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Reagan and Oliver survey the school entrances.
Ranking the Westwood Entrances
Josh and Sid discuss their Week 2 NFL picks. Image courtesy of Flickr.
Week 2 Picks – NFLheads Podcast
Friendcast discuss streaming services and devolve into madness.
Ranking the Streaming Services
Reagan, Zach and Oliver rank the 10 most popular franchises of all time.
Friendcast Episode 5: Ranking the Top-Grossing Franchises
Friendcast Episode 4: Worst and Best Movie Theater Moments
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Westwood Horizon
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Ms. Melissa Rangel has signed on as a new biology and chemistry teacher. She is excited to teach at a larger school with a different student body. Photo Courtesy of Melissa Rangel
New Biology and Chemistry Teacher Melissa Rangel Joins Westwood Faculty
By Amelia Spielman, Yearbooker • September 12, 2021
Mr. Bradley Walker is the new assistant principal for last names A-Co. He aims to motivate and inspire all of the students he works with. Photo Courtesy of Bradley Walker
Mr. Bradley Walker Signs On as New Assistant Principal
By Eshaan Chopra and Kumud Arora • September 11, 2021
For Sophomores Article
Sophomores Return to School After Year of Virtual Learning
By Chloe Boyd, Reporter • September 11, 2021
Students wait for the buses underneath the new canopy.
Students Respond to New Bus Canopy
By Oliver Barnfield, Video Editor • September 3, 2021
Community & World
On Aug. 31, President Joe Biden withdrew US troops from Afghanistan. The country is currently under Taliban control, leading to many civilians fleeing the country. Photo courtesy of The Borgen Project.
President Joe Biden Withdraws Troops From Afghanistan
By Mallory Milner, Reporter • September 13, 2021
Picture of hurricane ida devastation
Hurricane Ida Leaves Louisianans Powerless
By Selena Molinari, Yearbooker • September 13, 2021
Athletes with prosthetics compete in the 100M dash at the 2020 Paralympics. Photo courtesy of the Japan Times
The Tokyo 2020 Summer Paralympics Continues Long-Standing Tradition
By Zoejane Ostebo, Extras Editor • September 9, 2021
The chemical benzene has been detected in several sunscreen products. Due to the hazardous nature of benzene, many have expressed concerned about the safety of such products. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia
Hazardous Chemicals Found in Popular Sunscreen Brands
By Savannah Estabrook, Yearbooker • September 7, 2021
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Cellists paint a cello and background onto their poster. The cello poster featured Charle the inflatable alien, and was one of the most liked posters.
Orchestra Hosts Annual Section Poster Social
By Riya Patil, Reporter • September 18, 2021
Susan Hamilton 23, Hannah Bresser 24, and Sofia Baruah 23 stand facing the Warriors home side. The SunDancers were performing alongside the Warrior band during halftime to get the crowd hyped up.
Connected Through Sisterhood: SunDancers Build Community From the Inside Out
By Kumud Arora , Reporter • September 18, 2021
This years MET Gala was huge in public discussion. Lupita Nyongo, Billie Eilish, and Barbie Ferreira all attended the ball and looked stunning doing so. Photo courtesy of Tom Lorenzo, Popsugar Magazine, and Seventeen Magazine.
The Looks of the 2021 MET Gala That Met Our Expectations
By Eshaan Chopra, Marketing Director • September 16, 2021
Opinions
Paying People to Get Vaccinated Dismisses the Importance of COVID
Paying People to Get Vaccinated Dismisses the Importance of COVID-19
By Chloe Boyd, Reporter • September 17, 2021
Toxic culture associated with women caused causes the social complex of female hierarchy. Photo courtesy of TheDigitalArtist.
The Subjective Social Complex of the Female Hierarchy Needs to be Amended
By Milena Jandreski, Reporter • September 15, 2021
Westwood alumni Amelia Sadler attends a June rally, protesting Abbots abortion laws. She missed her own graduation to attend the protest, where she captured photos of many powerful signs.
The Supreme Court Abortion Ruling Dismisses Womens' Reproductive Rights
By Katie Hendler, Human Resources Director • September 14, 2021
Sports
Number eight, Erin Fagan 22, squats ready beside teammate Lola Fernandez 23, awaiting a serve. The two wore focused looks.
Varsity Volleyball Sweeps Stony Point During Future Warriors Night
By Mallory Milner, Reporter • September 17, 2021
NFL Week 2 Power Rankings
NFL Week 2 Power Rankings
By Josh Shippen, Reporter • September 17, 2021
NFL Week 2 Quarterback Index
NFL Week 2 Quarterback Index
By Josh Shippen, Reporter • September 15, 2021
Extras
Reagan and Oliver survey the school entrances.
Josh and Sid discuss their Week 2 NFL picks. Image courtesy of Flickr.
Friendcast discuss streaming services and devolve into madness.
How Well Do You Know NFL?
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