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Early voting at Prairie View A&M University in Prairie View.

Texas Saw the Nation’s Sixth-Highest Voter Turnout Increase but Still Lagged Behind Most Other States

Elbert Wang December 10, 2018

Four years after Texas ranked near the bottom in voter turnout in the country, the state saw a double-digit percentage point increase in that figure for the 2018 midterms. But that wasn’t good enough...

Former World History teacher Mickey White sings a country song.

Souper Bowl Fundraiser Brings in Funds for Junior Class Prom

Sarah Wang, Heritage Photo Editor December 7, 2018

  Organized by the junior class officers, Souper Bowl served as a fundraiser for the junior class prom. Parents, students, and staff alike gathered in the cafeteria on Thursday, Dec. 6 for...

Horizon Named CSPA Crown Finalist

‘Horizon’ Named CSPA Crown Finalist

Emily Lu, Editor-in-Chief December 6, 2018

The Horizon was recently selected as a Digital Crown Finalist by the Columbia Scholastic Press Association (CSPA). A total of eighteen digital high school publications received the award for their work...

Debaters pose in a group picture. Photo courtesy of WHS Speech and Debate.

Debaters Compete at San Marcos

Bernice Chen, Opinions Editor December 4, 2018

Novice Extemporaneous Speaking 6th Place: Bryce Keeler Semi-Finalists: Nathan Fang Rishi Rajiv Seyoung Ree Domestic Extemporaneous Speaking 2nd Place: Max Wolf 5th Place: Pranav Srinivasan Semi-Finalists: Rishob...

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...

George H.W. Bush Dies at Age 94

George H.W. Bush Dies at Age 94

Kamille Galloway, Opinions Editor December 4, 2018

George Herbert Walker Bush, former US President and the father of the 43rd president George W. Bush, has died at age 94, making him the longest-lived US President in American history. Born in Milton,...

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...

Beto ORourke speaks to his supporters after losing to Ted Cruz in the 2018 midterm elections, in El Paso on Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018.

Beto O’Rourke No Longer Ruling Out 2020 Presidential Run

Julián Aguilar and Patrick Svitek November 28, 2018

EL PASO – Beto O'Rourke, coming off a closer-than-expected race against U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, is no longer ruling out a 2020 presidential run. During his Senate campaign, the El Paso congressman declared he...

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...

Jeff Sessions Removed From Office

Jeff Sessions Removed From Office

Sara Momin, Assistant Community & World News Editor November 16, 2018

Jeff Sessions, Attorney General of the United States, stunned the populace with his resignation from his post only a day after the midterms. To fill his position, President Trump appointed Matt Whitaker...

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