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
HOT OFF THE PRESS
How Much do you Know About Ice Cream?
Serena Liu • July 23, 2024
Scandal, Seduction, Splendid Unmasking: Diving Into 'Bridgerton' Season Three
Hana Le • July 13, 2024
UEFA 2024 Euro Cup Trivia
Lena Boas, Extras Editor • July 10, 2024
Wildfire Watch: Austin Braces for Extreme Heat and Wildfire Risks
Nghi Le • July 7, 2024
Book Talk: 'The Reappearance of Rachel Price'
Rayghen Peak • July 5, 2024
FRONT PAGE
Romantic leads Penelope Featherington (Nicola Coughlan) and Colin Bridgerton (Luke Newton) steal glances at a social event.
Scandal, Seduction, Splendid Unmasking: Diving Into 'Bridgerton' Season Three
Hana Le • July 13, 2024

Dearest Gentle Reader, the town is abuzz with whispers of scandal, romance, and excitement. Lady Whistledown’s quill has been idle, but not for long, as she chronicles the latest season of our beloved...

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CAMPUS
Westwood students experienced the impacts of class cuts resulting from Round Rock ISD (RRISD)s budget deficit. The recently approved general fund budget could have played a role in returning some of the cut classes. We all hope that [the general fund budget] will bring additional funding and cost savings, potentially help with course and extracurricular operations, and provide deserving teachers with an increase in salary as well as provide better education opportunities for students, Marlene Luo 25 said.
Students Face High-Risk Issues Due to RRISD Budget Deficit
Prima Changwatchai, Assistant Editor • July 22, 2024
Smiling for his first photo in the yearbook, Mr. Kristan gets ready for his first year at Westwood. Mr Kristan served to be an influential and talented educator for more than 51 years.
Mr. Michael Kristan Retires After 52 Years in Westwood Community
Sydney Fuller, Reporter • May 26, 2024
SPORTS
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
The Reappearance of Rachel Price, the latest novel from acclaimed mystery author Holly Jackson, was released this past April. While enjoyable for fans of the mystery genre, the book ultimately falls short of Jacksons other works, such as the internet-famous A Good Girls Guide to Murder series.
Book Talk: 'The Reappearance of Rachel Price'
Rayghen Peak • July 5, 2024
In its follow up to hit animated film Inside Out, Pixars sequel follows teenager Riley as she encounters new emotions and experiences. The films message about the complex and conflicting emotions we feel as we grow up quickly captivated the hearts of those in the audience and made the movie a must-watch for all.
‘Inside Out 2’: Once More, With Feeling
Addy Temple • June 26, 2024
Thanking his co-workers, Head Band Director Thomas Turpin expresses his gratitude to the Warrior Band. 2024 would mark his 15th and final year teaching at Westwood before he departs. “Working with this community has been one of the greatest honors of my life. The students and staff are world-class, and they have pushed me to be a better teacher and version of myself every day,” Mr. Turpin said. “I have grown as a person, musician, and academic, and I am so grateful that Ive been able to call Westwood my musical home for 15 years.”
The Final Cutoff: Band Director Thomas Turpin Takes New Step in Career
Sabareesh Dinakaran and Jacob Chow • June 3, 2024
COVERAGE REQUESTS
COMMUNITY & WORLD
As the sun continues to bear down relentlessly upon the Texas landscape, many residents find it difficult to venture out of their homes. Paired with scattered rains and record-breaking heat, the state is undergoing extreme cases of humidity and faces the threat of wildfires.
Wildfire Watch: Austin Braces for Extreme Heat and Wildfire Risks
Nghi Le • July 7, 2024
Tesla Lawsuit Regarding Autopilot Feature Sparks Controversy
Jacob Chow, Heritage Staff • May 25, 2024
“The Best Job You Can Have as a High-Schooler”: Students Lifeguard at El Salido Pool
Mallory Milner, Reporter • May 7, 2024
Lena Boas '25 Brings Geography and World Cultures to Local Classrooms
Prima Changwatchai, Assistant Editor • April 27, 2024
Controversy Continues: Texas DEI Bans
Ellen Chuo, Photo Editor • April 17, 2024
Texas House Bill 598 Sentences Abusive Pet Owners to Five-Year Ban
Valerie Zhang, Reporter • April 11, 2024
OPINIONS
A Pride flag and a Texas State flag fly outside the Austin City Council building. Highlighted by the death of teenager Nex Benedict, legislation targeting the LGBTQA+ community has increased rapidly in recent years. But laws like these negatively impact the mental health of LGBTQA+ youth and need to be stopped.
Rise in Anti-LGBTQA+ Legislation Negatively Impacts Youth
Yonnie Yang • July 2, 2024
Trump's Conviction Exposes Republican Hypocrisy
Alessandra Ashford, Opinions Editor • June 29, 2024
Diet Culture Encourages Unhealthy Weight Loss and Drug Use
Vedanti Patil • June 25, 2024
School Security Measures Should Be More Restrictive
Sarah Jung, Heritage Portraits Editor • May 27, 2024
Tennessee Allowing Armed Teachers Will Inevitably Fail
Aarya Kale, News Editor • May 24, 2024
Flex Is Necessary For Student Life
Katie Ring, Reporter • May 9, 2024
EXTRAS
In honor of National Ice Cream Day, take this quiz to test your ice cream knowledge!
Test your Euro Cup knowledge this summer by taking this test!
What Kind of Summer Food Should you Eat?
With the new season of Bridgerton out, read on to see how you can live your live your life of royalty in Austin!
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