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GALLERY: Middle Schoolers Welcomed to Campus at 8th Grade Day

Bella Yi and Sydney Fuller
November 27, 2023

  • Learning the school symbol, a group of 8th graders practice the “sko wood” slogan. During the pep rally, 8th graders were introduced to Westwood spirit attributes.

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  • Performing a hip-hop routine, SunDancers Ella Popps ’25 and Parker Peeples ’25 energize their audience. Performances from the SunDancers and Cheer team welcomed 8th graders to the school.

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  • Leading the way, Talia Philip ’25 guides a group of 8th graders through the cafeteria. Groups of 8th graders were led by a member of PALS, Academy Ambassadors, or JROTC.

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  • Introducing incoming Warriors to high school pep rallies, Coach Dalrymple energizes the crowd. Dalrymple led friendly competitions and activities during the pep rally.

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About the Contributors
Bella Yi
Bella Yi, Heritage Campus Life Editor
Class of 2026 Howdy!! I’m excited to be on student press this year and can’t wait to create for the Horizon and Heritage. In my free time, you can find me playing video games, playing piano, baking, painting, and cracking bad jokes.
Sydney Fuller
Sydney Fuller, Reporter
Class of 2026 Hey! This is my first year working for student press and I’m so excited to see what this new year brings. I am very interested on hearing about other people’s opinions and I’m also interested in social issues. Outside of school, you can find me reading, dancing, watching scary movies, and drinking my 5th iced coffee of the day.