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The student news site of Westwood High School.

Westwood Horizon

The student news site of Westwood High School.

Westwood Horizon

Humans of the West

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...

Blending her bilingual skills and journalistic abilities to share the stories of American culture, Lena Boas ‘25 crafted a video package documenting American life for German audiences. “[A German TV station] wanted me to do this video diary so that I could show my personal life and what it's like going to school here [US].”

Through Two Lenses

Sophia Cortes, Dreamcatcher Assistant Editor November 15, 2024

Serving as a unique inspiration due to her cultural background fused with her honed journalistic skills, Lena Boas ‘25, a student reporter, caught the eye of the German TV station, Zweites Deutsches...

Aiden Wen '26 serves as the DECA president of one of the largest chapters in the state. Throughout his term, he's had to navigate many changes regarding chapter operations due to budget cuts.

Beyond the Blazer

Shivani Kondubhatla, Horizon Editor-in-Chief November 7, 2024

"I don't think about being a junior — I just think about my duty as President."  Leading the largest organization on campus with over 550 members, Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA) President...

With a heart for teaching AP Environmental Science and a commitment to inspiring future educators, Ms. Mihealsick was honored for her service by being awarded the Texas Teacher of the Year position.

Awarded for Excellence

Sophia Cortes, Dreamcatcher Assistant Editor November 4, 2024

Shocked faces, loud cheers, and happy tears filled the atmosphere at the luncheon where the Texas Teacher of the Year competition's results were announced. After writing countless essays, giving multiple...

Aiming to foster engaging communities at Westwood, Ms. Lowery also strives to promote finding unity in the diversity of the student body.

Unity In Diversity

Sabareesh Dinakaran, Reporter October 17, 2024

Hoping to bring an unconventional standard of excellence to Westwood, Ms. Sarah Lowery has taken on the role of the new associate principal, and is eager to explore campus dynamics for the rest of this...

Courtside Conversations: Shrishti Mahajan ’25

Shivani Kondubhatla, Horizon Editor-in-Chief October 14, 2024

Music by Ahjay Stelino (Mixkit)

Courtside Conversations: Kayla Padilla ’25

Sarah Jung, Heritage Portraits Editor October 14, 2024

Courtside Conversations: Isabella D’Alessandro ’25

Lilybeth Dooley, Assistant Managing Editor October 14, 2024

Music by Ahjay Stelino (Mixkit)

Courtside Conversations: Chloe Oakley ’25

Jordan Kubicek, Heritage Staff October 14, 2024

Music by Ahjay Stelino (Mixkit)

Courtside Conversations: Dawoon Jung ’25

Sarah Jung, Heritage Portraits Editor October 9, 2024

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