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Nivrithi Kuttuva

Nivrithi Kuttuva, Dreamcatcher Poetry & Prose Editor

Hi, I’m Nivrithi, one of the Dreamcatcher Poetry & Prose editors. I have always had a passion for writing and in my free time, I love to spend time with my family, go on hikes, play with my dog, practice photography, bake, and do arts and crafts. I’m looking forward to this year!

 

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Yearbook Distribution to be Held This Week

Yearbook Distribution to be Held This Week

Nivrithi Kuttuva, Dreamcatcher Poetry & Prose Editor
May 9, 2021
Senior Cap and Gown Pickup Day Approaches

Senior Cap and Gown Pickup Day Approaches

Nivrithi Kuttuva, Dreamcatcher Poetry & Prose Editor
April 30, 2021
How Much Do You Know About Earth Day?

How Much Do You Know About Earth Day?

Nivrithi Kuttuva, Dreamcatcher Poetry & Prose Editor
April 22, 2021
Artformeals is an online shop that sells artwork made by volunteers to raise money for World Central Kitchen, an organization that provides emergency food relief to communities around the world that are impacted by disaster. Photo courtesy of Artformeals.

Students Sell Artwork to Raise Money for World Central Kitchen

Nivrithi Kuttuva, Dreamcatcher Poetry & Prose Editor
February 11, 2021
How Much Do You Know About Penguins?

How Much Do You Know About Penguins?

Nivrithi Kuttuva, Dreamcatcher Poetry & Prose Editor
January 20, 2021
Fun Friday Flex Returns to Weekly Schedule

Fun Friday Flex Returns to Weekly Schedule

Nivrithi Kuttuva, Dreamcatcher Poetry & Prose Editor
January 14, 2021
Ms. Emily Smith Joins Dance Department

Ms. Emily Smith Joins Dance Department

Nivrithi Kuttuva, Dreamcatcher Poetry & Prose Editor
December 3, 2020
Crossword: Thanksgiving Trivia

Crossword: Thanksgiving Trivia

Nivrithi Kuttuva, Dreamcatcher Poetry & Prose Editor
November 26, 2020
National Honor Society Application Deadline Approaches

National Honor Society Application Deadline Approaches

Nivrithi Kuttuva, Dreamcatcher Poetry & Prose Editor
October 7, 2020
WASHINGTON, DC - AUGUST 30: Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, celebrating her 20th anniversary on the bench, is photographed in the West conference room at the U.S. Supreme Court in Washington, D.C., on Friday, August 30, 2013. (Photo by Nikki Kahn/The Washington Post via Getty Images)

Crossword: How Much Do You Know About Ruth Bader Ginsburg?

Nivrithi Kuttuva, Dreamcatcher Poetry & Prose Editor
September 24, 2020
Mental illness, despite its prevalence in the United States, doesn't have nearly as much awareness as it should. Especially during this pandemic, it is easy to neglect your mental health. Luckily, organizations such as Sophrosyne Mental Health and Plannr Counseling are here to help people learn about mental health and get help with coping.

Mental Health Needs More Awareness

Srilekha Cherukuvada and Nivrithi Kuttuva
May 28, 2020
Students read the NFHS pledge from their certificates. This prepares them for the honor and responsibility that comes with being a member.

National French Honor Society Inducts New Members

February 28, 2020
Westlake High School's jazz band, "Down To Funk," entertained the crowd with their rendition of popular songs. They began performing live in 2019 but have been playing with other funk groups for a couple of years.

Students Attend “Re:build” TEDxYouth Event

Nivrithi Kuttuva, Dreamcatcher Poetry & Prose Editor
February 17, 2020
Students who placed at the TMEA Area auditions pose for a picture. Gabriel Paredes '23, Anouka Saha '21, and Ashley Howell '21 are in the front with Ananya Anand '20, and Laney McFadden '20 behind them. Photo Courtesy of Mr. Andre Clark.

Choir Students Compete at TMEA Area Auditions

Nivrithi Kuttuva, Dreamcatcher Poetry & Prose Editor
January 17, 2020
The Princess Switch is an enchanting, warm-spirited tale that blends new experiences with self discovery. Graphic by Nivrithi Kuttuva

Christmas Classics: ‘The Princess Switch’

Nivrithi Kuttuva, Dreamcatcher Poetry & Prose Editor
December 29, 2019
Jasmine Sureka '23 poses with one of the dogs on the patio.

Students Play with Puppies on the Patio to Destress

Nivrithi Kuttuva, Dreamcatcher Poetry & Prose Editor
December 18, 2019
Which childhood Disney show are you?

Which childhood Disney show are you?

Nivrithi Kuttuva and Shawkin Kabir
December 3, 2019
Members of choir hold up their poster, which they have painted blue to match the theme of the rest of the hallway. That hallway was filled with blue streamers, wave-like posters, and other water representing decorations.

Student Organizations Decorate Hallways for Homecoming

Nivrithi Kuttuva, Dreamcatcher Poetry & Prose Editor
October 26, 2019
Students go through the breakfast line after their morning rehearsal. Parent volunteers brought many food items such as fresh fruits, breakfast tacos, and drinks for the dancers to eat.

Warrior Pride and SunDancers Bond at Homecoming Breakfast

October 25, 2019
Students eager to donate blood climb into the crowded bus where they await their turn.

UNICEF Hosts Annual Blood Drive

October 22, 2019
Walking around the room, UT students demonstrate how to use tourniquets. Participants were given training tourniquets to try out on fellow students.

Students Participate in ‘Stop the Bleed’ Event

Nivrithi Kuttuva, Dreamcatcher Poetry & Prose Editor
October 8, 2019
Michelle Davis '20 encourages survivors at the finish line. Before the race, Davis decorated her face with pink paint and stickers to match the pink theme. "I feel like Race for the Cure is a really good symbol for not only breast cancer but feminism and empowerment," Davis said.

Students Support Race for the Cure Runners

Nivrithi Kuttuva, Dreamcatcher Poetry & Prose Editor
October 4, 2019
The almond croissant at 85 Degrees had a unique flaky taste.

Explore Bakeries Around Austin

Nivrithi Kuttuva, Srilekha Cherukuvada, and Ishika Samant
September 26, 2019
Bailey Armosky ‘20 and Sarah Armosky ‘20 knead the ingredients with their hands to make oobleck. Sarah has been a member of Science Club since last year. “I joined [Science Club] because Kate [the president] said that we would get to do some fun experiments and learn things.”

Science Club Experiments with Oobleck

September 22, 2019
Westwood to Host Splash and Dash Fundraiser

Westwood to Host Splash and Dash Fundraiser

Nivrithi Kuttuva, Dreamcatcher Poetry & Prose Editor
September 10, 2019
NASA satellites showing smoke from the Amazon Rainforest fires drew international attention to the issue.

Amazon Rainforest Fires Severely Escalate Climate Change

Nivrithi Kuttuva, Dreamcatcher Poetry & Prose Editor
September 8, 2019
Catie Duff ‘22 spikes the ball. Despite Duff’s efforts, Vista Ridge scored a point on the play.

JV White Volleyball Falls Short Against Cedar Ridge 2-1

Nivrithi Kuttuva, Dreamcatcher Poetry & Prose Editor
September 7, 2019
Sara Sayyar ‘20, Brandon Qin ‘20, April Gao ‘20, Hart Black ‘21, and Aria Hegde ‘22 greet the incoming freshmen as they walk in.

Class of 2023 Attends Fish Bowl

August 12, 2019
Students eat snacks provided after the presentation.

DECA Students Host Financial Literacy Presentation

Dia Jain and Nivrithi Kuttuva
April 17, 2019
The venue at Riverbend Center is large and spacious, with elegant lighting for the stage.

Students Volunteer at Indian Classical Music Circle of Austin

Srilekha Cherukuvada and Nivrithi Kuttuva
March 12, 2019
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