TEDxYouth@Austin Registration Opens

Emily Chang, Executive Editor| January 17, 2017

Technology. Entertainment. Design. These are the ideals and foundations for TED, a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing informative talks to the world. On Saturday, Feb. 11, TEDxYouth@Austin brings TED talks to the youth of Austin. TEDxYouth@Austin Common Threads 2017 will feature speakers and performers with unique experiences, from living on Mars and winning in Hollywood to ending homelessness and changing the world with virtual reality. The event will take place at the Westlake High School PAC from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. The event is free and only requires participants to register beforehand here. Register now to secure a spot in the audience at the 2017 TEDxYouth@Austin event.

What Halloween Pumpkin are you?

As one of the most complicated stunts they perform, the Cheerleading team stacks on top of one another forming a pyramid with a Westwood ‘W’. “The pyramid was challenging because we had to put a lot of faith in each other to be able to throw Audri Moreno ‘27 high enough so she wouldn't hit Mia Zell ‘28 while flying over,” Cheerleader Jenna Hallidy ‘25 said. Although this new advanced routine heavily challenged the cheerleaders, they persevered to make the Pep Rally a success.

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Showcase

Blending her bilingual skills and journalistic abilities to share the stories of American culture, Lena Boas ‘25 crafted a video package documenting American life for German audiences. “[A German TV station] wanted me to do this video diary so that I could show my personal life and what it's like going to school here [US].”

Through Two Lenses

Aiden Wen '26 serves as the DECA president of one of the largest chapters in the state. Throughout his term, he's had to navigate many changes regarding chapter operations due to budget cuts.

Beyond the Blazer

A prominent festival in Indian culture, Diwali holds a special importance in the hearts of people across the world. But for children living in the United States, the celebrations hold a deeper value; many students note that Diwali is a time for them to express their bicultural backgrounds.

Living in the Melting Pot

With the 2024 Presidential Election right around the corner many Americans are preparing to vote or already have. However, while the race is incredibly tight the two candidates have strongly differing platforms.

Evaluating The 2024 Presidential Nominees

$With the upcoming district election fast-approaching, students express feeling concerned and disoriented regarding their minimal role in the democratic process. Many of these individuals point out that the Round Rock Independent School District (RRISD) election in particular holds the potential to affect them the most, however only a fraction of them are allowed to vote and actively take part in it.$

Students Comment On Role In Democratic Process

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