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Spotify Wrapped is a highly anticipated event at the end of 2024. As a fun end to the year, Westwood students all share their Wrapped on social media. Westwood Wrapped combines the data of students' Wrapped and finds listening trends.

Westwood Wrapped

Vedanti Patil, Reporter December 16, 2024

As per tradition, hallways buzzed in anticipation of the release of the 2024 Spotify Wrapped. On Wednesday, Dec. 4, the wait was finally over. Students’ Spotify Wrapped flooded Instagram stories and...

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...

Taking social media by storm, Season Two of 'Arcane' depicts the dangerous side of mental health. The new season of 'Arcane' succeeds where many other films fail in their depiction of complex characters and morally gray protagonists. As the last season of the popular show, Season Two of 'Arcane' left a legacy in the film industry.

‘Arcane’ Season Two Captures Dark Side of Mental Health

Vedanti Patil, Reporter December 10, 2024

 *This review contains spoilers*  In a tear jerking turn of events, the boy who saves everyone is left with no one. After leaving behind the alternate timeline where he could be happy, Ekko returns...

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...

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...

Despite decades of improvement, women's sports are still marginalized and underrecognized. Westwood women's sports suffer from a lack of funding in comparison to their male counterparts. Football is repeatedly prioritized above other sports, no matter their competitive performance.

The Under Recognition of Westwood Women’s Sports

Vedanti Patil, Reporter December 3, 2024

For decades, women’s sports have been marginalized and underfunded across a variety of sports. From pay gaps in comparison to their male counterparts to a chronic lack of investment, women’s sports...

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...

After the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in 2022, reproductive rights have been in jeopardy. But after the re-election of Donald Trump it's time to face the reality of what abortions bans actually do.

The Hard Truth of Abortion Bans

Charly Obermiller, Reporter November 25, 2024

So you wanna talk about abortion? Fine, let’s talk about it. When it comes to abortion rights, the fact that a predominantly male-driven government is dictating what a woman can do with her body is very...

Stepping forward, Vince Pham '25 throws the frisbee to a teammate. IB students were coached in the sport by Dr. Joshua Plocher.

IB Comes Together at Grateful Gathering

Mayla Montgomery, A&E Editor November 25, 2024

As the undeniable air of excitement flowed through the school in anticipation of Thanksgiving Break, hundreds of International Baccalaureate (IB) and Pre-IB students flocked to the cafeteria to come...

Standing beside the Cheshire Cat, Alice (portrayed by Prishaa Vishwakarma '27) asks for advice on how to navigate Wonderland. The Cheshire Cat was represented by a three-part puppet, designed by technician Dominik Brown '26. "I wanted it to be scary, because in most media he has that creepy smile, and I wanted that but kind of like an angler fish," Brown said.

Down the Rabbit Hole: Children’s Theater Performs ‘Alice in Wonderland’

Mayla Montgomery, A&E Editor November 22, 2024

Bringing a childhood favorite to life, sophomores in Children’s Theater transported hundreds of elementary schoolers through the looking glass, into a mad world of whimsy and wonder in their production...

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...

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