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Smiling for the camera, Ms. Mindy Sepeti and her husband Mr. Kenny Sepeti prepare for a news segment about Mindy's Bakeshop. Exposure like this is a significant way Ms. Sepeti expands her small business.

Mindy’s Bakeshop Spreads Kindness Through Sweet Treats

Katie Ring, Reporter December 13, 2024

An online bakery that takes custom orders, Mindy’s Bakeshop is founded and owned by Ms. Mindy Sepeti. Attempting to express her love for kindness, Ms. Sepeti has taken what she believes to be one of...

As Sambit Kanjilal '25 walks through how to code a solution to a practice problem, members follow along. The club members prepared for the upcoming USA Computing Olympiad contest in December. "People are going to have to develop their thinking a lot, and it's going to be hard for them because some of these people have no experience," Computer Science Club President Arjun Bhardwaj '25 said. "We'll be teaching a lot more on how they can develop their skills."

Computer Science Club Networks With Community

Vishnu Muthuraman, Heritage Staff December 13, 2024

A hub for passionate minds in programming, software development, and hardware, the Computer Science Club has been taking key steps towards achieving a tangible community outreach in order to fulfill their...

Holding a hex key, Adwik Rath ’28 from Team Boomerang adjusts a part on his robot. Boomerang’s robot underwent lots of stress during matches, meaning Rath spent lots of time repairing it between matches so it could make it through the day.

Robotics FTC Teams Find Balance at Third FIRST in Texas GEMS League Meet

Avi Rajesh, Heritage Student Life Editor December 11, 2024

The stands shake with the rumbles of the crowd as teams cheer, eagerly watching their robots fight for dominance. On Saturday, Dec. 7, the Westwood Robotics For Inspiration and Recognition in Science...

Focused on her creation, Sanjana Iyer '25 frosts her gingerbread house to hold her door. The stability of the house was a key criteria in the judging as were other components like creativeness and visual appeal.

German Christmas Party Spreads Holiday Cheer

Lena Boas, Extras Editor December 10, 2024

As students pore over their gingerbread houses and meticulously arrange icing and gumdrops on their houses, Stille Nacht and O Tannenbaum play softly in the background to set the tone for the upcoming...

Excited, Millie Sardan Toro '28 fills her plate with chips at the beginning of the winter social as freshmen Lina Saad and Ana Schiemer watch. Going to the social as a friend group, the trio later made their gingerbread house together.

Outreach Club Cultivates Community at Christmas Social

Vedanti Patil, Reporter December 10, 2024

Hosting their annual Winter Social and classic gingerbread house-making contest, Outreach Club came together to celebrate the upcoming holiday season on Friday, Dec. 6 in Club Sponsor Mr. Drake Clapp’s...

Each holding part of their gingerbread house, Juniors Anushka Gupta, Emma Rincon, and Atiriya Banerjee work to construct a gingerbread house worthy of winning the competition.

Winter Wonderland: IBSO Hosts Winter Social

Mayla Montgomery, A&E Editor December 9, 2024

Christmas music blared in the cafeteria after school, accompanied by the aroma of warm hot chocolate and toasty marshmallows. Spread out across tables were International Baccalaureate (IB) students,...

Requiring a complete blackout to be fixed, a fallen pole caused by the heavy rain led to an early dismissal on Wednesday, Dec. 4. Benefitting inconvenienced students and faculty alike, the day off in the middle of the week allowed for a break from the academic pressure of the week.

Lights Out: Fallen Pole Sparks Early Dismissal

Sophia Cortes, Dreamcatcher Assistant Editor December 9, 2024

Just after the first bell rang to start the day on Wednesday, Dec. 4, a spontaneous turn of events changed the course of the seemingly normal rainy school day. A fallen pole that would require a campus-wide...

Heavily concentrated, NAHS member Chloe Nanda '27 places a butterfly stencil on the child's face and begins to paint in the lines. With many designs and colors available, NAHS's face painting booth grew in popularity as the evening went on and countless children lined up.

Spreading Holiday Magic by Brushstroke

Sophia Cortes, Dreamcatcher Assistant Editor December 9, 2024

Setting the stage of the holiday season by experiencing some festive cheer in the characteristic  cold of December, Canyon Creek Elementary School welcomed families to gather for their annual outdoor...

A new series of renovations will commence for The Domain in late 2024 and early 2025, bringing numerous additional luxury brands and greenspaces to the complex. These changes have incited broader discussions surrounding Austin's growth trajectory towards smart city planning and modernized suburban development.

Massive Wave of Domain Renovations Prompts Discussion on Austin’s Rapid Growth

Nikhil Gupta, Reporter December 6, 2024

Characterized by its vibrant nightlife, unmistakable charm, and a myriad of modern businesses that sprawl across blocks, The Domain serves as a place that allows people of all age groups and backgrounds...

As the newest addition to Westwood's administration, Assistant Principal Mr. Michael Wuensch looks to creating a safe space for all types of students. Enjoying Westwood's unique student diversity, he believes in promoting unity through diversity.

Mr. Michael Wuensch Takes on Role as Assistant Principal

Sabareesh Dinakaran, Reporter December 6, 2024

Aiming to garner growth through helping students work through their academic and social struggles, Mr. Michael Wuensch has taken on the role of a new assistant principal on campus after returning to the...

Newly-reelected Place 1 Trustee Mr. Chuy Zárate hopes to promote unity throughout the community by celebrating cultural and societal differences. Aiming to foster a communal culture of appreciation and respect, Mr. Zárate is eager to make an impact on the district.

Place 1 Trustee Mr. Chuy Zárate Hopes to Bring Best Out of Community

Charlie Hui, Reporter November 29, 2024

In a political climate where all eyes are on the federal and statewide races, local elections that dictate the lifeblood of communities may often be overlooked. As a child of hardworking teachers in the...

Newly-elected Place 7 Trustee Dr. Wei is eager to utilize his in-depth background in data science to remove what he believes are unneeded politics from practical decision making. Dr. Wei plans on incorporating key data science tools to ensure the best policies are produced.

Place 7 Trustee Dr. Michael Wei Plans to Streamline Decision-Making Procedure

Gabriel Oliveira, Reporter November 29, 2024

In a political landscape strife with distrust and contempt, many Americans desire a politician that not only accurately represents their views but someone who does so politely and impartially. This is...

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