The student news site of Westwood High School.

Westwood Horizon

The student news site of Westwood High School.

Westwood Horizon

The student news site of Westwood High School.

Westwood Horizon

A & E

The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974) continues to horrify audiences after 40 years.

Halloween Horror Month: ‘The Texas Chainsaw Massacre’

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor October 1, 2018

Arguably one of the most uncomfortable and disturbing horror films ever made, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre hit theaters in 1974 and claimed the spot of one of the scariest horror films of its time. Due...

Fans take their seats before the concert begins.

Fall Out Boy Exceeds Expectations With ‘Mania’ Tour

Catherine Wiesehuegel, Reporter September 29, 2018

Fall Out Boy brought their hit show, Mania, to Austin. From their explosive energy to their stunning pyrotechnics, Fall Out Boy brought their best to the Frank Erwin Center, wowing both long-time fans...

Alongside other seniors, Cordell Foulk 19 sings The Lord Bless You and Keep You at the end of the concert.

Fall Concert Displays Growth in Choir Program

Bailey Armosky, Heritage Assistant Editor September 26, 2018

Now one group larger, head director Mr. Andre Clark and assistant director Ms. Jennifer Alexander were excited to show the growth and talent of the choir program at the Fall Concert on Tuesday, Sept....

While waving her flags, Anne Hua 19 smiles at the crowd.

First Annual Band March-A-Thon Inspires Fundraising

Sloka Chandrasekaran, Social Media Coordinator September 26, 2018

The Westwood Warrior Marching Band put on one of their biggest productions so far with the March-A-Thon on Saturday, Sept. 22. Students rehearsed for hours so they could give their best performance...

[WARRIOR WEEKLY] S2 EP.1 - Freshman Dos and Donts

[WARRIOR WEEKLY] S2 EP.1 – Freshman Do’s and Don’ts

Chayce Wellings and Dillan Mehta September 24, 2018

A useful guide for freshmen to get "accustomed" to school life.

Bang Targets Audience with Tough Topics

‘Bang’ Targets Audience with Tough Topics

Catherine Wiesehuegel, Reporter September 20, 2018

Bang by Barry Lyga is a topical book that not only tackles the woes of being a teen, but also discusses gun violence in a context that is both heartwarming and heartbreaking. The story starts with a...

Retired Head Band Director Mr. Jack Green conducts the Alma Mater.

Band Members Return for Alumni Performance

Sloka Chandrasekaran, Social Media Coordinator September 19, 2018

For years, the directors have searched for different ways to inspire alumni to return and support the band. After months of thoughtful planning and preparing, retired band director Mr. Jack Green returned...

Laney McFadden 20 grins  at a friend. 
Photo courtesy of Rachel Rusch

Choir Camp Passes Down New Traditions

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor September 12, 2018

Traditions have become a staple in Westwood Choir since Mr. Andre Clark joined the staff as the choir director last year. Building traditions and relationships is vital to the choir community, and...

Sierra Burgess is a Loser Loses Big Time for Fans

‘Sierra Burgess is a Loser’ Loses Big Time for Fans

Nuha Momin, Index Manager September 12, 2018

After the release of the most trending movie on Netflix, To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before, fans couldn’t wait to see Noah Centineo act again as Jamey in Sierra Burgess is a Loser, which was released...

Searching Spins a Thrilling Social Media Mystery

‘Searching’ Spins a Thrilling Social Media Mystery

CJ Groom, Reporter September 12, 2018

Searching, the social media-themed thriller of the year, is the jarring tale of a parent’s worst nightmare: the vanishing of their child. A fusion of Unfriended and Hardcore, Searching is a film about...

Hoziers EP Nina Cried Power Creates Unique Sound

Hozier’s EP ‘Nina Cried Power’ Creates Unique Sound

Anouka Saha, Opinions Editor September 10, 2018

After four long years, Hozier finally released his new EP, Nina Cried Power, on Thursday, Sept. 6. He gained popularity in 2014 for his debut album, Hozier, and won multiple awards for it. Not too soon...

Troye Sivan Encapsulates Soulful Music in New Album Bloom

Troye Sivan Encapsulates Soulful Music in New Album ‘Bloom’

CJ Groom, Reporter September 6, 2018

Troye Sivan’s new album Bloom, released Aug. 31, deserves critical praise due to his uncanny talent of communicating so many different messages through his diverse choice of songs while keeping his signature...

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