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Westwood Horizon
The student news site of Westwood High School.

Westwood Horizon
The student news site of Westwood High School.

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Hadley Norris

Hadley Norris, Graphics Editor

Class of 2024

I look forward to designing graphics this year, you can always find me in the caption :)

All content by Hadley Norris
California lawmakers are to ban the sale of all new model gasoline-fueled cars by 2035, a major step to reduce carbon emissions and fight against climate change.

California’s Ban on Gas-Fueled Cars: A Roadmap for Future Actions Against Climate Change

September 10, 2022
Gerald Helcel 26 spent a Gru-eling eight hours in costume. Theres a one-in-a-minion chance of seeing this again.

Howdy Week: Warriors Wear Their Wackiest Attire

September 8, 2022
The aspect of Jane Austens work that has moved readers for generations is the spirit of her characters and how profoundly they experience emotions. While other Austen adaptations have captured this essence, Persuasion (2022) fails to encompass the complexity of the original story. Graphic by Hadley Norris.

A Dubiously Received 'Persuasion'

August 18, 2022
In all of the questions that loom regarding the state of school safety, there are a variety of perspectives that illuminate a necessity to reject familiarity in paving a path to change.

On the Precipice of Change

June 20, 2022
There exists a magnificent synecdoche between poetry and journalism, two writing forms that seem to deeply contrast. In exploration of these powerful forms, I understand their conjunction and how they vitally garner strength from one another. Graphic by Hadley Norris

Poetry and Journalism: The Unlikely Pairing Serving as Advocacy's Greatest Triumph

May 10, 2022
The second part of Attack on Titan first premiered on Sunday, Jan. 10. Graphic by Hadley Norris.

'Attack on Titan': The Final Season Colossally Exceeds Fans' Expectations

April 27, 2022
Season two of Bridgerton provides South Asian Representation in a respectful manner.

South Asian Representation In Netflix’s Bridgerton Depicts A Positive Trend in Television Media

April 25, 2022
Comic: Everything You Missed At the 2022 Oscars

Comic: Everything You Missed At the 2022 Oscars

April 4, 2022
Social media has had a multifaceted impact on Westwood students today. From increasing the importance of body image to facilitating community interactions, social media has redefined normalcy in every way.

Reckoning With Authenticity: Social Media as a Platform for Student Multidimensionality

April 2, 2022
The parking lots were used to host the student walkout. Photo courtesy of Hadley Norris.

School-Wide Walkout Highlights Student Voicing Concerns

March 30, 2022
Rising concern about firearms policies continue following an unfortunate shooting at this years South by South West festival. Photo courtesy of Hadley Norris.

Gun Issues Violently Resurface Following Festival Shooting

March 29, 2022
Popular teenage drama Euphoria glamorizes many issues teens face today. Photo courtesy of Hadley Norris.

A Less Euphoric Perspective On Euphoria 

March 2, 2022
The controversial SAT exam has promised substantial changes. Photo courtesy of Hadley Norris.

New Changes to the SAT are a Step in the Right Direction

February 23, 2022
With a rapid increase in COVID-19 cases due to the Omicron variant, COVID-19 testing availability is inadequate at a time when testing is essential. Graphic courtesy of Hadley Norris.

COVID-19 Testing Availability is Inadequate

January 24, 2022
America needs to address its gun safety issues. Graphic created by Hadley Norris 24.

Kyle Rittenhouse and Ahmaud Arbery: Why Relating These Two Cases Misses The Point

January 14, 2022
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

January 7, 2022
The newest members of the SunDancers pose for a picture following the ribbon pinning ceremony. Students were welcomed by their teammates, beginning the getting-to-know-you process.

SunDancers Celebrate Newest Members

December 15, 2021
On Nov. 12, Taylor Swift released her highly anticipated version of Red. An expressive vignette of heartbreak, Red (Taylors Version) intensifies the magic of the acclaimed album. Graphic by Hadley Norris.

All Too Unwell: 'Red (Taylor's Version)' Resurfaces Decade-Old Emotions

November 23, 2021
The popular TikTok trend, coined Devious Lick, encourages students to steal, vandalize, and destroy school property. While the challenge has been an obstacle in many other schools, the viral trend is not as much of a problem at Westwood.

Westwood Students Rise Above A Devious Challenge

November 15, 2021
Bathroom passes are outdated, unnecessary, and unsanitary. Photo courtesy of Hadley Norris.

Bathroom Passes Are Unnecessary and Unsanitary

November 4, 2021
The Sundancers use the parking lot for practices in the morning. Students have needed a better solution to this problem for a while. Photo courtesy of Hadley Norris.

Westwood Parking Needs to be Easier and More Accessible

October 4, 2021
Trinity Castro 25 waves her flag for Color Guard. The new studio makes it easier for the dancers to perform with correct spacing.

Dance Department Looks Forward to New Warrior Studios

September 21, 2021
In this Christopher Nolan retrospective, I will be giving an in-depth analysis of each of Christopher Nolan’s eleven films, starting with Following. Following is an amazing thriller that kick-started much of Nolan’s style. Art by Hadley Norris.

Christopher Nolan Retrospective Series: Part One, 'Following'

September 15, 2021
Texas Senate Bill 8 was passed on Wednesday, Sept. 1. This past week, the Horizon surveyed Westwood students about their opinions regarding the bill.

“Frick yeah, man”: Westwood students respond to Senate Bill 8

September 15, 2021
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