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Step by Step: SunDancers Kick Off New Season at Line Camp

Ayman Halai and Preeya Panwalker
August 28, 2025
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Standing on her podium, Cynthia Liu '26 conducts the band at a rehearsal during marching season. As a drum major for her junior and senior years, Cynthia learned a lot about being a leader and impacting the band for the better.
Perspective From the Podium
Kate Hammonds '27 haunts the crowd with a beautiful solo to end Chambers rendition of I'm Gonna Be (500 miles) by the Proclaimers. The performances also included solos within each song.
Westwood Choirs Bring Us On A 'Roadtrip' At Playlist Spring Show
On Tuesday, April 14, and Wednesday April 15, all orchestras participated at the University Interscholastic League (UIL), scoring first division ratings across all sections. This is the second time in school history that this has happened.
Orchestra Showcases Excellence At UIL Evaluation
Coming Full Circle: Head Band Director Brittany Dacy earns a spot on Yamaha’s “40 Under 40” Music Educators list
Coming Full Circle: Head Band Director Brittany Dacy earns a spot on Yamaha’s “40 Under 40” Music Educators list
Performing a leap mid-air, Elliott Richards '26 leads a group dance sequence on stage. Richards brought 15 years of competitive dance experience to the stage, having practiced his technical skills since he was a child.
Dance Department Reaches New Heights at Annual Escapade Performance
Released on Friday, March 13, 'Slanted' shines a light on internalized racism in teenage Asian diaspora through the satirical body horror genre. The film follows Chinese American teenager Joan Huang in her journey before, during, and after receiving ethnic modification surgery in order to be more white, securing social status and her ultimate dream: prom queen. Though 'Slanted' falls flat in its plain messaging, the film ultimately unearths wounds caused by racism that America attempted to bury in the 2010s.
Assimilated or Alienated? Amy Wang’s ‘Slanted’ Shines Light on Internalized Racism in Asian Diaspora
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Gazing into the audience, Wes Autry ’26 as Mr. DePinna poses like the Discus Thrower as Mayla Montgomery ’26 as Penny Sycamore paints him. Mr. DePinna was especially absurd, requiring intense amounts of committment from Autry and resulting in an All-Star Cast honor at competiton. “I never expected anything like that,” Autry said. “[This is] the first year I’ve ever gone to UIL, and winning an award from it is gratifying. It’s something I never thought I would achieve, and so achieving that makes me feel like everything I’ve done here wasn’t pointless.”
Having a Blast: Theatre Presents ‘You Can’t Take It With You’ at UIL One-Act Play Competition
After months of preparation, all choirs set out to compete at the University Interscholastic League (UIL) Concert & Sight Reading Evaluation on Monday, March 9 through Tuesday, March 10. It was an undeniable success that brought many trophies and plaques home to the choir room.
Choirs Excel at Long-Awaited UIL Evaluation
Focused, Diane Kim '28 looks up to follow the conductor at the UIL Preview Concert on Feb. 27. This concert gave the full orchestras an opportunity to perform before the actual UIL evaluation.
Full Orchestras Shine at UIL Evaluation
On Saturday March 7, top choirs Innova and Chamber rocked the Madrigal Festival competition and both received superior ratings. A couple days before the University Interscholastic League (UIL) competition, Innova and Chamber take on Central Texas choirs for TMEA clinic advice and gold trophies.
Choir Receives Superior Rating at Houston Madrigal Festival
Focusing on their technique, seniors Evelyn Liu and Haruna Kubo perform at the TMEA Send-Off Concert at the PAC. This concert served as a final preparation before the Full Orchestra's appearance at the state convention.
Hitting a High Note: Full Orchestra Performs at TMEA Convention
Loud and proud, Ana Jovanovic '27 sings out during the Chamber performance at the MADS Fest Preparatory Concert. Singers worked each part and every block of choir in order to properly master the music for the concert.
Prepping for Perfection, Innova and Chamber Choirs Host Interdistrict Contest Preparatory Concert
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South Asian Student Association Promotes Cultural Heritage at Pani Puri Eating Competition
South Asian Student Association Promotes Cultural Heritage at Pani Puri Eating Competition
Food Festivities: Parent Volunteers Host Diwali Lunch Buffet for Faculty
Food Festivities: Parent Volunteers Host Diwali Lunch Buffet for Faculty
Varsity Volleyball Whips Manor Mustangs 3-0
Varsity Volleyball Whips Manor Mustangs 3-0
Receiving the necklaces, finalist Maya Kotichintala '28 takes all of Grace Xiang '26's beads upon the completion of the game of "Rock Paper Scissors". As the winner of one of the rounds , Kotichintala advanced to the next round but ultimately did not make the final round.
Students Battle for "Rock Paper Scissors" Champion to Promote Academic Integrity Week
Clubs Convene to Decorate Hallways for Homecoming
Clubs Convene to Decorate Hallways for Homecoming
Deep Dive: Freshmen Pool Together at Fishbowl
Deep Dive: Freshmen Pool Together at Fishbowl
About the Contributors
Ayman Halai
Ayman Halai, Marketing Director
Class of 2027 I joined press because I love writing and sharing different narratives and perspectives. Outside the newsroom, I enjoy reading, playing lacrosse, and binge-watching TV shows. Reach out on insta! @aymanhalai
Preeya Panwalker
Preeya Panwalker, Sports Editor
Class of 2028 Hi, I’m Preeya! If I’m not binging Modern Family, I’m out on the road chasing miles—and yes, I proudly hold the title of being a chocolate ice cream connoisseur.
Arhaan Jafri
Arhaan Jafri, Multimedia Editor
Hey everyone! I’m thrilled to be starting my first year in Student Press. My passion for graphic design, photography, and editing the photos I take led me to join, and I’m excited to bring those skills into my work here. Robotics is another big passion of mine, both in and out of school. In my free time, I enjoy listening to music and playing table tennis. That’s a bit about me—I’m looking forward to an amazing year!
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