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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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Leah Zahm 20 clutches the ball while making her way around the defense.

NHS Hosts First Powderpuff Game

Sarah Wang, Heritage Photo Editor December 4, 2018

National Honor Society (NHS) hosted the inaugural Powderpuff game on Friday, Nov. 30 at the Warrior Bowl. The event consisted of not only the girls’ flag football game, but also performances from...

Students focus on finishing up their stories.

Library Hosts NaNoWriMo Event

Srilekha Cherukuvada, Dreamcatcher Editor in Chief December 1, 2018

After a month of writing, students celebrated at the NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) party in the Great Hall on Friday, Nov. 30. Students that signed up contributed as much as they could throughout...

IB students take notes and listen.

Armenian Visitors Discuss Educational Reform with IB Students

Anouka Saha, Opinions Editor December 1, 2018

On Nov. 29, International Baccalaureate (IB) students gathered in the Great Room to attend a panel about education in other countries. Delegates in the panel were advocates for educational reform...

Academy Ambassadors Participate In Eighth Grade Day

Academy Ambassadors Participate In Eighth Grade Day

Sara Momin, Assistant Community & World News Editor November 19, 2018

Introducing Westwood’s multitude of electives to over 700 eighth-grade students, the Academy Ambassadors finished their biggest event of the year, Eighth Grade Day, with success. Students from multiple...

Attendees eagerly serve themselves after the talent showcase.

IB Students Gather for Thanksgiving Celebration

Keya Sampat, Campus News Editor November 18, 2018

On Friday, Nov. 16, the IB Student Organization (IBSO) hosted a gathering where IB students and their families could come and have an enjoyable evening before Thanksgiving Break. Not only did this...

Invitations were sent through email to all students.

Librarians Host ‘Alice in Wonderland’ Movie Night

Srilekha Cherukuvada, Dreamcatcher Editor in Chief November 16, 2018

Librarians organized a movie tea party in the Great Room on Wednesday, Nov. 14. Students came in after school to enjoy a cup of tea and a few light snacks while watching Alice in Wonderland. “I’m...

Students Win 2019 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards

Students Win 2019 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards

Amy Vo, Campus Editor November 15, 2018

Six Westwood students were recently recognized by the 2019 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards. Pooja Enagala '19, Jenny Zhang '19, and Haley Betron '20, as winners, received Certificates of Achievement,...

Participants walk together bearing their Warrior Walk banner proudly. After beginning their journey at Meals on Wheels, they have 5.9 miles left to complete their service event.

Warrior Walk Bridges Westwood Organizations

Sathvik Allala, Marketing Director November 15, 2018

To bring change in the community, Westwood Student Council directed a group effort dubbed Warrior Walk. As part of this event, Westwood organizations donated and volunteered for big charities of the...

Business partners talk amongst themselves while they wait for a student.

Academy Ambassadors Organize Resume Workshop

Keya Sampat, Campus News Editor November 15, 2018

Westwood hosted an event for professionals to come and help students with their resumes on Tuesday, Nov. 14 in the library. This gave students the opportunity to refine their resumes and get help with...

A father fixes his sons cord as he grabs his certificate.

National Honor Society Inducts New Members

Nuha Momin, Index Manager November 13, 2018

The annual induction for National Honor Society (NHS) was held in the cafetorium on Saturday, Nov. 10 to welcome the society's newest members. As students walked into the school, NHS officers sat...

No homework over Thanksgiving break for all students!

School Issues No Homework Policy for Thanksgiving Break

Srilekha Cherukuvada and Ishika Samant November 13, 2018

In an email sent out on Monday, Principal Mario Acosta announced that teachers will not be allowed to give out any homework for the Thanksgiving and winter breaks so that students can study and relax during...

Debaters travel to Dallas to compete in the Hockaday tournament. Photo courtesy of WHS Speech and Debate.

Debaters Attend Hockaday and Cedar Ridge Tournaments

Bernice Chen, Opinions Editor November 13, 2018

Hockaday School Varsity Public Forum (PF) Debate Semi-Finalists: Pranav Kulkarni - Raymond Sun Octo-Finalists: Chinmay Pingale - Nathan Iyer Cedar Ridge High School Novice Extemporaneous Speaking 2nd...

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