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Katie Hendler

Katie Hendler, Human Resources Director

Class of 2022

Hi! I’m Katie! This year, I am the director of the Human Resources department. I love to bake for my friends. I also love writing and photography, and I’m super excited to take on a leadership role for my last year on press!

All content by Katie Hendler

Beyond the Horizon Podcast: Performative Activism’s Stage Presence Grows Stronger and More Dangerous

Amoli Agarwal, Camille Marshall, Eshaan Chopra, Catharine Li, and Katie Hendler
May 7, 2022
Sonny Wang announced his commitment to Harvard University over Instagram. Photo courtesy of @_wang_sonny.

Junior Dives into Future Plans With Harvard Swimming Commitment

Katie Hendler and Amy Simon
April 19, 2022
Alumni, directors, and current SunDancers squeeze together for a group photo to commemorate the first ever gathering of past and present teams. The attendees celebrated the past directors over brunch before Escapade.

SunDancers Host Alumni Brunch to Honor Directors

Katie Hendler, Human Resources Director
April 13, 2022
SunDancer social board President Jessica Hao '22 gets lifted during Escapade. The team was sorted into split groups to perform in either a slow routine or fast routine.

Westwood Dance Dazzles Audiences At Escapade Spring Show

April 4, 2022

Beyond the Horizon Podcast: Does Cancel Culture Promote a Toxic Society?

Amoli Agarwal, Camille Marshall, Eshaan Chopra, Catharine Li, Katie Hendler, and Zoejane Ostebo
March 25, 2022
Striking a pose, the SunDancers finish their award-winning jazz routine to 'Something's Gotta Hold on Me.' This routine is a fan and dancer favorite. "I really like performing the jazz dance because I can really show my personality in it," Zoe Bellomio '24 said.

SunDancers Claim Victory at Vista Ridge Dance Competition

Katie Hendler, Human Resources Director
March 4, 2022
Gun violence is continuing to rise in this country. Students are often victims of shootings, yet the government will not take action to prevent this. Graphic by Katie Hendler.

We Must Regulate Gun Laws for our Country’s Safety

Katie Hendler, Human Resources Director
January 27, 2022
An Anderson student captured antisemitic graffiti that was painted on the school's tennis shed. There were also racist and homophobic hate messages on parking lot spaces. Graffiti was quickly painted over after being discovered.

Antisemitic Messages Graffitied On Anderson High School

Katie Hendler, Human Resources Director
November 2, 2021

Hallowood: A Very Scary Westwood Halloween (VIDEO)

Eshaan Chopra, Zoejane Ostebo, and Katie Hendler
October 31, 2021
The Texas House passed HB 25, banning transgender students from participating on sports based on their gender. Trans students will be forced to be on the teams corresponding with their sex on their birth certificate. Graphic by Chloe Boyd.

Banning Transgender Athletes From Playing is Hateful and Ignorant

Katie Hendler, Human Resources Director
October 25, 2021
Westwood alumni Amelia Sadler attends a June rally, protesting Abbot's abortion laws. She missed her own graduation to attend the protest, where she captured photos of many powerful signs.

The Supreme Court Abortion Ruling Dismisses Womens’ Reproductive Rights

Katie Hendler, Human Resources Director
September 14, 2021
Concern rises for many people as the Delta variant infection rate rises. To avoid this, schools should enforce a mask mandate. Photo courtesy of @Bany_MM.

Dismissing Mask Mandates For Schools Disregards Students’ Health

Katie Hendler, Human Resources Director
August 14, 2021
SunDancers get ready to kick while they perform their halftime routine. They are the varsity dance team, and their show being scheduled on a Jewish holiday has caused some controversy.

School Events Should Not be Scheduled on Religious Holidays

Katie Hendler, Human Resources Director
February 4, 2021
The large fly lands directly on Pence's head. The vice president is oblivious to the unexpected visitor.

Pence’s Head Becomes Fly Hotspot

Katie Hendler, Human Resources Director
October 15, 2020
Laney Popps '21 dances to the band performing "Runaway Baby". The SunDancers have been working on this stand routine since the very beginning of the school year, and are very excited to show off their skills.

SunDancers Form Sunny Studs Spirit Group

Katie Hendler, Human Resources Director
October 8, 2020
SunDancers gather on zoom for the first day of line camp, before school starts, to discuss the year. At line camp, the dancers practice some of their routines as well as team bonding exercises.

SunDancers Dance on Despite Pandemic

Katie Hendler, Human Resources Director
September 1, 2020
Sophomores Teddie Hall, Gus Wendland, Viswaved Uppala, and Camille Marshall reenact Act III, Scene IV of Macbeth. In this scene, after hiring a thief to brutally bash in Banquo's head, Wendland is celebrating with a blissful banquet.

Mrs. Park’s English Class Performs Macbeth

Sweni Karedia and Katie Hendler
November 8, 2019
How much of a VSCO girl are you?

How much of a VSCO girl are you?

Sweni Karedia and Katie Hendler
September 9, 2019
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