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The student athletes sit down in front of their Westwood jerseys. National Signing Day is on Wednesday, February 2, every year.

Student Athletes Participate in National Signing Day

Arushi Sharma, Horizon Photo Editor February 11, 2022

On Wed. Feb. 2, student athletes that signed to various colleges and universities to become future collegiate athletes joined in the Field House for National Signing day with family, friends, coaches,...

Stealing the ball Zach Engels 22’ blows past Round Rock players and dunks. This was during the second quarter when Round Rock started to close in on the Warriors lead.

Varsity Boys Basketball Conquers the Dragons 69-60, Inching Closer to District Championship

Indiana McBrearty, Journalism 1 February 1, 2022

Westwood varsity boys basketball (8-1) knocked off the Round Rock Dragons (7-2) at Round Rock High, on Jan. 28, 69-60. The entire game was tight, until the Warriors prevailed in the final few minutes....

In a dip, Diego Rodriguez 22 is escorted by Bria Rowe 22. This was during the modeling portion of the competition, where the contestants were able to show off their custom Mens Wearhouse suits.

Well-Dressed Warriors Amaze Audience During Annual Pageant

Hannah Ashtari, Managing Editor January 27, 2022

The crowd was filled with the sound of elated cheers, gasps of surprise, and the thunder of applause in equal measure during the 21st annual Mr. Warrior Pageant on Thursday, Jan 20 in the Westwood...

After the lockdown last week, the topic of school shootings and gun violence is again being discussed. Students have shared their opinions on the school’s safety.

School Shootings and Gun Regulation Concerns Raised Again After Lockdown, Students Speak Out

Amelie Puga, Reporter January 24, 2022

As another school shooting terrorized an American high school in late 2021, the conversations around gun violence and stricter gun policies are once again being brought up. The Oxford High School shooting...

Ren Koppel Torres recites his poems centered around heritage and identity for the audience. The Library Foundation and the National Youth Poet Laureate program hosted the inaugural Austin Youth Poet Laureate program with a reading and ceremony highlighting the five finalists and the laureate. Photo courtesy of Katherine Lamb.

Poems, Progress, and Passion Projects: Ren Koppel Torres Explores Identity and Advocacy Through Writing

Keana Saberi, Editor in Chief January 20, 2022

Austin’s creative scene is characterized by capturing authentic voices and artists, depicting a landscape dotted with luminary creatives. Despite this formed and fully enriched art scene, poetry is still...

Going, Going, and Gone: Westwood Theater Stuns With Four Performances of Classic Musical ‘Anything Goes’

Hannah Ashtari, Managing Editor January 18, 2022

The jazzy and dynamic melodies of the orchestra transported me to the deck of the S.S American while watching Westwood Theater’s Friday, Jan. 14 performance of Anything Goes. Hilarious and energetic,...

Dr. Hafedh Azaiez was hired in June 2021 with a 5-2 vote. In January, the RRISD school board heeded a recommendation from the Texas Education Agency (TEA)  to place Azaiez on paid administrative leave. Photo courtesy of Donna School District.

RRISD Needs to Prioritize Health Safety Over Personal Drama

Hannah Ashtari, Managing Editor January 14, 2022

As school resumed in January, the emotion that marked students’ post-winter break return was uncertainty. As news of schools across the country beginning to go virtual spread alongside the COVID-19 Omicron...

High school students all across the country showed high levels of academic dishonesty during the first year of the pandemic. While many Westwood students participated in this, some did choose this opportunity to stick to their morals.

How Westwood Academic Dishonesty Has Evolved Through COVID

Kumud Arora, Reporter January 7, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic caused large-scale lockdowns and closures of institutions integral to everyday life, including schools all over the country amidst growing health concerns. Students were asked to...

The Mr. Mott Song (VIDEO)

Oliver Barnfield, Video Editor December 20, 2021

A tribute song for the 11th grade Physics teacher. Editing, Production, Music, Vocals, Guitar, Bass, Keyboard, Drums - Oliver Barnfield Additional Lyrics and Help - Sean Walsh Special Thanks...

Seniors say goodbye at their last Winter Concert with an emotional linking of arms. As they sang their final piece, they spun out of their formation at the end, officially ending choirs winter season.

Audience is Left With Chills After Choir’s Annual Winter Concert

Eshaan Chopra, Marketing Chief December 15, 2021

Each and every snowflake is unique, but in a flurry, they create a beautiful winter wonderland, just as the choir community did in their annual Winter Concert. On Friday, Dec. 10, Westwood Choir hosted...

Friday Flex: Local Musician Sophia Johnson Shares Her Journey Through the Music Industry, Inspiring Students

Hannah McDonough, Horizon Assistant Editor December 2, 2021

IB Social Studies teacher Mr. Tim Bray hosted a Flex Q&A session with local bluegrass and western swing musician Sophia Johnson on Friday, Nov. 19. Detailing her unique background, Johnson talked about...

Playing in thumb position, Noah Kim 23 extends his bow to project sound outwards. The cellos and low strings were prominently featured in Romeo and Juliet, with a descending theme across the concert hall that moved the story along.

Students Shine at Region 26 Orchestra Concert, an Evening Illuminating Musical Achievement

Catharine Li, Horizon Editor-in-Chief November 23, 2021

High school musicians from schools across North and East Austin were alike in an anticipatory grace, sitting poised as they diligently revised difficult excerpts from their selections just minutes...

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