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

NEWS

Due to an increase in COVID-19 cases, some schools and hospitals across the United States have implemented mask mandates. However, according to a recent survey, most Westwood students do not support the return of mask mandates for a variety of reasons. We have grown and been able to thrive in this school without the masks, Stella Shaw 24 said. They are inconvenient and unhelpful. Just be more careful. Literally anything is better than masks.

Students Consider Possible Reinstated Mask Mandates

Valeria Tijerina, Reporter October 16, 2023

With school starting again, COVID-19 cases are on the rise. School districts have begun to require mask mandates again in efforts to prevent infections. This has raised many concerns about going back into...

Courtside Conversations: Benjamin Yu ’24

Shreya Selvaraju, Horizon Editor-In-Chief October 14, 2023

Courtside Conversations: Alex Lee ’24

Amelia Spielman, Heritage Editor-In-Chief October 14, 2023

Courtside Conversations: Amelia Spielman ’24

Shreya Selvaraju, Horizon Editor-In-Chief October 14, 2023

The ring of fire eclipse caused the sun to appear black in the middle with a bright glowing ring around it. Many Austin residents observed the eclipse from right outside their homes.

Ring of Fire Solar Eclipse Ignites Interest

Charly Obermiller, Dreamcatcher Staff October 14, 2023

A rare “ring of fire” solar eclipse took place on Oct. 14 for the first time since June of 2020, an astronomical event visible from all over the world. “The eclipse was very interesting to look...

Walking in the parade, the softball team toss candy to spectators. Garnering a first-place win, the team impressed audiences with their Toy Story themed float.

Students Bring Cheer to Community at Annual Homecoming Parade

Valerie Zhang and Shivani Kondubhatla October 12, 2023

On Wednesday, Oct. 11, student organizations and families filled the streets at the Homecoming Parade to show off the ornate floats they designed.    By 6:00 p.m., last-minute touch-ups were...

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