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The student news site of Westwood High School.

Westwood Horizon
The student news site of Westwood High School.

Westwood Horizon
NEWS
Robotics FTC Teams Find Balance at Third FIRST in Texas GEMS League Meet
Avi Rajesh, Heritage Student Life Editor • December 11, 2024
German Christmas Party Spreads Holiday Cheer
Lena Boas, Extras Editor • December 10, 2024
Outreach Club Cultivates Community at Christmas Social
Vedanti Patil, Reporter • December 10, 2024
Winter Wonderland: IBSO Hosts Winter Social
Mayla Montgomery, A&E Editor • December 9, 2024
Lights Out: Fallen Pole Sparks Early Dismissal
Sophia Cortes, Dreamcatcher Assistant Editor • December 9, 2024
Spreading Holiday Magic by Brushstroke
Sophia Cortes, Dreamcatcher Assistant Editor • December 9, 2024
Massive Wave of Domain Renovations Prompts Discussion on Austin’s Rapid Growth
Nikhil Gupta, Reporter • December 6, 2024
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.
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].”
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.
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.
Aiming to foster engaging communities at Westwood, Ms. Lowery also strives to promote finding unity in the diversity of the student body.