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Westwood Horizon

The student news site of Westwood High School.

Westwood Horizon

The student news site of Westwood High School.

Westwood Horizon

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Sara Bareilles new album Amidst the Chaos showcases her talent and range in different music types and topics.

Sara Bareilles’ ‘Amidst the Chaos’ Displays Musical Duality

Anouka Saha, Opinions Editor April 10, 2019

Folk and pop artist Sara Bareilles, known for writing hits such as Love Song, released her new album, Amidst the Chaos, on April 5. The album covers a large range of topics with empowering tunes which...

Cordell Foulk 19 poses with his french horn.

Students Advance in Band Solo Contest

Srilekha Cherukuvada, Dreamcatcher Editor in Chief April 4, 2019

The band hall bustled with excitement as students prepared for the annual band solo contest on Saturday, March 30. After the preliminary round, three students from each instrument section moved on to the...

The outside of the shop features a sign of I-CE-NY and its slogan, Lick me, Im yours.

I-CE-NY Brings New Experience to Austin

Srilekha Cherukuvada, Dreamcatcher Editor in Chief April 2, 2019

Loud voices echoed alongside the busy food court of Lakeline Mall as a long line of customers emerged out of one particular store, all waiting to purchase some delicious rolled ice cream. I-CE-NY,...

Iphigenia, played by Lucy Wang 21, has her dead body carried on stage while seniors Minsoo Han and Isabel Cameron react.

Theater Students Perform Modern Greek Tragedy for UIL

Rustin Mehrabani-Farsi, Extras Editor March 25, 2019

Throughout March, Westwood Theater performed their UIL competition show Iphigenia 2.0., written by Charles Mee. The story follows Euripides’ original Greek tragedy about love and sacrifice, but told...

Mister Miracle gleefully appears before his audience.

‘Mister Miracle’ Comic Brings Breath of Fresh Air

Chayce Wellings, Videographer March 13, 2019

To many people, DC superheroes extend to Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, and the rest of the Justice League only. While they are important and crucial to the DC universe, there is one hero that has just...

The venue at Riverbend Center is large and spacious, with elegant lighting for the stage.

Students Volunteer at Indian Classical Music Circle of Austin

Srilekha Cherukuvada and Nivrithi Kuttuva March 12, 2019

Students volunteered at the Indian Classical Music Circle of Austin (ICMCA), a non-profit organization supporting music lovers in Austin highlighting Indian dance and music, on Saturday, March 9. The...

Marvels newest entry into the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), Captain Marvel, continues Marvels succeeding track record and is another solid entry into the superhero genre.

‘Captain Marvel’ Continues Marvel’s Movie Success

Hayden Swanson, Managing Editor March 12, 2019

A vast amount of controversy has recently surrounded Marvel Studios’ latest movie Captain Marvel, with an onslaught of mass boycotts and false negative reviews due to accidentally distasteful comments...

Michelle Obama discusses her new book Becoming.

Michelle Obama Promotes New Memoir ‘Becoming’

Keana Saberi, Editor in Chief March 11, 2019

The air pulsed with anticipation and the crowd cheered as the lights began to dim. A slideshow illuminated the screen in the front of the stadium and, as music surrounded the audience, photos appeared...

Happy Death Day 2 U creates a new thriller with dark humor and a different type of horror from the first installment.

‘Happy Death Day 2 U’ Succeeds as a Sequel

Sara Momin, Assistant Community & World News Editor March 7, 2019

With the last installment recently turning a year and a half old, Happy Death Day 2 U brings dark humor to the fast-paced thrills of horror. As main character Tree has to yet again navigate the sci-fi...

The Philharmonic Orchestra stands up for the audience to applause after performing their pieces.

Orchestra Students Perform at Pre-UIL

Ruhee Nemawarkar, Heritage Editor in Chief March 3, 2019

Orchestra and band students had a concert at the Round Rock ISD Performing Arts Center (PAC) on Tuesday, Feb. 16, to prepare for full orchestra UIL. The three orchestra and band levels began learning...

Chamber Choir sings their second piece to prepare for UIL.

Choir Holds Pre-UIL Concert to Showcase Music

Bailey Armosky, Heritage Assistant Editor March 2, 2019

Prior to their UIL competition, head director Mr. Andre Clark held a Pre-UIL Concert for the Varsity Women and Chamber Choirs on Tuesday, Feb. 26 at Hope Presbyterian Church. The two groups showcased...

One of two entrances to the restaurant.

Angel Donuts and Treats Serves Delectable Delights

Mary Miller, Executive Editor March 2, 2019

Since opening its doors in 2012, Angel Donuts and Treats has been dedicated to serving delicious donuts, cake balls, coffee, and more at their location in “the Trails at 620” shopping center. The...

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