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The student news site of Westwood High School.

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Ellen Chuo

Ellen Chuo, Photo Editor

Class of 2024

This is my second year working on Student Press, and I’m so excited to be part of the team. When I’m not at school, I enjoy playing guitar, hanging out with friends, and sleeping. I love to bake, especially when I should be doing homework or studying for a test. I also love hiking, camping, and taking pictures of nature.

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Seniors Ishan Sharma and Ayush Tripathi hold the golden Tournament of Champions trophy after defeating Montgomery Bell Academy students and winning finals on a 2-1 decision. Sharma and Tripathi competed at the University of Kentucky for three days with a total of 11 rounds and only one loss. “It means everything to win the TOC and it's a testament to the sacrifices and the time we have put in for the past four years,” Tripathi said.

Speech and Debate Makes History at Tournament of Champions

Tianwen Gao and Ellen Chuo
April 28, 2024
A topic of immense interest and controversy, the banning of diversity, equity, and inclusivity (DEI) programs has attracted much attention, especially at the University of Texas at Austin. Numerous students have argued that DEI programs not only foster diversity, but also promote a creative learning environment.

Controversy Continues: Texas DEI Bans

Ellen Chuo, Photo Editor
April 17, 2024
Showing their personalities, Mr. Warrior contestants strike a pose at the end of their group dance. The Mr. Warrior group dance was choreographed by members of StuCo and performed by the competitors to show the friendly nature of the competition.

GALLERY: 24th Annual Mr. Warrior Dazzles

Ellen Chuo, Photo Editor
March 5, 2024
Jack Cox ‘26 makes direct eye contact with an open teammate as he passes the ball. Throughout the game the varsity boys displayed a clear sense of trust in each other as their plays became more intricate.

Varsity Soccer Breaks Losing Streak With Tie to Vandegrift

February 13, 2024
The Varsity Boys Basketball team celebrates senior night on Friday, Jan. 26. The Warriors ended the night with a win over Cedar Ridge 57-48.

Varsity Basketball Shines Out on Senior Night in Win Over Cedar Ridge

January 31, 2024
With a center stage spotlight, Natalie Berkaw '25, Avery Parks '24, and Sabrina Kim '25 make their entrance atop a pink lunch table. The three played the characters of "the Plastics" - Gretchen, Regina, and Karen, who Cady befriends in the play's central storyline.

Get in Loser: Mean Girls Musical Delivers Pink-Powered Prowess

January 28, 2024
Pulling up for a shot, Suleyman Shah '24 fires a three pointer toward the basket. Shah, one of the teams' best outside shooters has been consistent from behind the arc all season, and has provided the Warriors with a steady hand from deep.

GALLERY: Varsity Basketball Secures Victory Over Rival McNeil Mavericks

Ellen Chuo, Photo Editor
January 10, 2024
Holding hands, the choirs join together on stage and sing. Breaking traditions from previous concerts, all of the choirs remained on stage together throughout the concert. "I really enjoyed singing with the entire program because it felt nice to feel supported while singing," Anika Salsberry '25 said.

Choir Hits Right Note at Winter Concert

Ellen Chuo, Photo Editor
December 18, 2023

Santa in Service: Tim Buckley on his Holiday Legacy (VIDEO)

Ellen Chuo, Photo Editor
December 15, 2023
Indy McBrearty '25 goes up for a layup during the first half of the game. McBrearty is a started as a guard for the warriors varsity for the first team this year.

Varsity Basketball Loses Opener to Johnson 61-55

Sawyer Grimaldi, Sports Editor
November 12, 2023
Looking to the right, Annika Anumalla '25 dances on the field alongside the SunDancers.

Hard at Work for Homecoming

Aarya Kale, News Editor
October 15, 2023
Bellator, the tenor base choir, stands tall as they sing on stage. Choir Director Andre Clark strums along on a guitar adding a uniqueness to the song. Students from Chamber performed alongside the new members of the choir program.

Choir Sets Tone for Season at Annual Fall Concert

Tara Kurkal, Tiktok Account Manager
September 30, 2023
Posing with their SunDancer partners, teachers beam after performing a hip-hop routine. Each SunDancer asked one of their past or current teachers to dance with them during the pep rally, choreographing many partner moves in the routine to create a fun and uplifting performance.

Teachers Take the Stage at Second Pep Rally

September 20, 2023
The Warriors celebrate a good play in the fourth quarter of the game. The student section was packed with fans cheering the Warriors through the first round of playoffs.

Varsity Boys Basketball Edged Out by Chaparrals During Final Seconds of Playoff Game

February 22, 2023
Grant Means ‘23 jumps for a point, making it past Vista Ridge's defense.

Varsity Boys Basketball Loses Grip Against Dragons 57-40

Ellen Chuo, Photo Editor
January 30, 2023
With Stony Point defense quickly surround him, Gabe Parr '23 make the decision to attempt a shot.

Varsity Boys Basketball Comes up Short Against Manor

January 24, 2023
Henry Chuo '23 reaches for a layup, moving past Stony Point defense. Chuo attempted this layup in the last play of the game.

Varsity Boys Basketball Finishes District Strong Against Vandegrift

February 20, 2023
Cayden Branch ‘23 attempts a three-point shot after getting passed to by Henry Chuo ‘23. Fighting against Vista Ridge, Branch had ten points, the second most point for the Warriors.

Varsity Boys Basketball Reels in Win Against Rangers 43-35

Ellen Chuo and Indy McBrearty
January 11, 2023
Thomas Burke ‘25 goes up for a layup with Round Rock defense chasing close behind. The Warriors were able to make a fast break and get the ball to Burke to make the layup.

Varsity Boys Basketball Suffers Loss Against Round Rock 

Ellen Chuo, Photo Editor
January 9, 2023
Thomas Burke ‘25 goes up for a layup with Round Rock defense chasing close behind. The Warriors were able to make a fast break and get the ball to Burke to make the layup.

Varsity Basketball Dominates in Two Straight Games

February 10, 2023
Pushing past Round Rock's defense, Gabe Parr ‘23 drives toward the paint. Parr had three assists throughout the game.

Warrior Basketball Fails To Overcome Stony Point

February 10, 2023
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