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The Zephyr

The Student News Site of West Forsyth High School

The Zephyr

The Student News Site of West Forsyth High School

The Zephyr

West Forsyth School Teacher Protest
Students and Staff Fight Back: Protests against the staff layoffs
Paige Wray, Staff writer • September 16, 2025
The school district of Winston-Salem Forsyth County is in a $46 million deficit. To lessen the debt for future years, they have planned to lay off about 350 staff and administration,
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Traffic outside of West Forsyth High School
Traffic Stall Out: Lack of Traffic Control
Ayanna Moorman, Staff writer • September 12, 2025
At West Forsyth High School, the morning rush no longer comes with steady traffic guidance from  management. What was once a carefully managed system has now become a source
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Turning Up the Volume: Tri Music Honor Society
Tucker Harper, News Editor • September 12, 2025
This year marks the first in many that West Forsyth has its new Tri-Music
West Forsyth's Club Fair
West Forsyth Clubs Showcase
Hannah Hodock, Staff Writer • September 5, 2025
Ever wanted to be a part of a community with your interests? Club fair is the place for you. At this
District Budget Cuts Logo
So What Now?: District-wide budget cuts
Tucker Harper, News Editor • August 26, 2025
As of July 31st, 2025, Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools’ (WSFCS) budget deficit is over 45 million
New Teacher- Maria Colamarino
Fresh Faces: New teachers join the village
Lillian Wood, Staff writer • September 16, 2025

As a new school year begins, many new teacher members do too. The start of a new school year can be a nerve-wracking time for teachers. Whether it’s their very first time teaching, or their first experience...

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Sophia St. Clair
Artist Featurette: Sophia St. Clair
Mary Dong, Staff writer • September 16, 2025

As the new school year approaches and we feel the chill of autumn, football season is not far behind. But while everyone is watching the players, another group steals the show: the marching band. A member...

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Mr. Memory
Staff Member of the Month: Duncan Memory
Kya Allaire, Staff Writer • September 8, 2025

Known for his witty personality and light-hearted environment he cultivates in the classroom, English...

Plane on its way to Europe.
Prepare for Takeoff: Tips for school trips
Lillian Wood, Features Writer • May 9, 2025

As summer approaches, many trips have come up for students to enjoy countries outside of the U.S. But...

Ethan Barghout
Athlete of the Month: Ethan Barghout
Eugene Hollins, Staff Writer • September 8, 2025

The West Forsyth Soccer team is looking to make a big push for the state championship while being led by senior Captain Ethan Barghout. With the Titans ranked 6th in the North Carolina 8A rankings and...

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Titans Break the Streak: West Forsyth field hockey gets their first win in two seasons
Titans Break the Streak: West Forsyth field hockey gets their first win in two seasons
Kenley Travis, Staff writer • September 4, 2025

The Titans field hockey team won their first game in two years against Mount Tabor on Monday. With the team gaining a new head and assistant coach, entering the new season. The team had struggled in years...

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Horton up to bat. 
Picture credit: Sportsbyraylen
A Swing and a Hit: Softball’s successful season
May 15, 2025

From being back-to-back to back, conference champions, and having an overall record of 26 - 2 so far,...

Back-to-Back Champs: Girls lacrosse team dominated
Back-to-Back Champs: Girls lacrosse team dominated
May 15, 2025

Another season, another trophy for the girls lacrosse team, as they remain the Conference champs for...

Conrad vs. Jeremiah
The Summer I turned to team Conrad: Fan favor shifts in the new season of TSITP
Lila Najmulski, Staff writer • September 12, 2025

There has been an age-long debate over who is the better boyfriend on television, like Vampire Diaries and Twilight. That debate continues with the new television series, The Summer I Turned Pretty. This show involves a love triangle...

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