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Debate Goes to Liberty North
Story by Sophie Piatczyc
Last weekend, LSW Debate went to a tournament at Liberty North High School. They competed against around 50 schools. The team debates over topics such as whether or not US Peacekeepers should be able to engage …
School Store Faces Regulations
Story by Sophie Black
This year, there have been many complaints regarding the school store and it’s new regulations on snacks and drinks. In past years, there has been an abundance of soda and sugary snacks and this year selections …
Otaku Club Decorates Shirts
Story by Alex Asbury
At West the Otaku club is a place to discuss and do activities related to anime, manga, and gaming. In past meetings there have been gaming tournaments, movies, discussion of anime conventions, and trivia games. At …
Students Educated on Financial Aid
Story by Lexie Salamone
On Jan. 15, a financial aid presentation was held in Bateman Hall. A representative from Avila University spoke to attendees with the help of West guidance counselors. Seniors and their parents were encouraged to come in …
Students Anonymously Spread Positivity
Story by Bailey Hamilton
With second semester on its way, teachers and students may be finding themselves in a post break slump and finding it difficult to get the ball rolling again. On Thursday, all around school teachers received hand …
Girls Lacrosse Begins Season
Story by Hailey Skinner
With winter sports in session and spring sports well on their way the lady Titan Lacrosse team has began preparing for the season. Every Wednesday from 8:00 to 10:00 pm at Lakeland church the lady laxers …
West's Girls Swim and Dive Preps for Peak
Story by Taylor Clewell
West’s Girls Swim and Dive teams continue to work hard as they reach the end of their season. The varsity swim team has endured a week of particularly difficult workouts, with practices in both the morning …
Bio 2 Students Dissect Dogfish Sharks
Story by Jesslyn Jakobe
Biology 2 students prepare to start their shark dissection. They must review both internal and external anatomy of a dogfish shark. The whole dissection will last over the course of four days. The shark is only …
Library Assistants Showcase New Display Cases
Story by Mohammed Rhaimeh
This past week, the library assistants, who work in the library for credit, created their own display cases. The cases are outside the library and they feature tips for the new year and book reviews. “I …