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Senior Mariangel Noriega requests a SmartPass by typing in her ID number.

Bathroom passes become electronic

Madds Whisenant, News Editor April 24, 2024

It is time to say goodbye to the classic pen-and-paper signout method. Electronic bathroom passes, known as SmartPass, are being implemented in many classrooms to monitor students entering and exiting...

(left) Reese Gardner sings "Once Upon A December" while Ryann Perry dances in background; (right) Addison Nix sings "Everything To Win: Reprise"

Once Upon a Musical: “Anastasia”

Madds Whisenant, News Editor March 18, 2024

The Drama Department is waltzing its way to presenting Anastasia, the first Broadway production done at West. While several period pieces have already been performed, this show features a pivotal time...

Carlos Lopez (right)) and Pierson Shaw (left) enjoy the 2022 military ball with Superintendent Tricia McManus (middle)

JROTC students march to the dance floor

Madds Whisenant, News Editor April 20, 2023

JROTC students are excited to get out of the classroom setting and make their way to a formal, but fun night of music and dancing at the Military Ball tomorrow night. This annual event celebrates the...

Hawaii Blows its Top: The Mauna Loa eruption

Hawaii Blows its Top: The Mauna Loa eruption

Madds Whisenant, News Editor December 8, 2022

The citizens of Hawaii watched on Nov. 27 as Mauna Loa, the world’s largest active volcano violently erupted causing burning hot lava to pour down and ash to pollute the air. Mauna Loa erupted in Hawai’i...

Members of Junior Team 1 pose for a picture during practice.

Touchdown to Homecoming: Powderpuff is back

Madds Whisenant, News Editor October 11, 2022

Ready for the first kickoff after Covid, the Powderpuff game will be back on the football field Oct. 11. Powderpuff is an all-girls flag football competition, coached by members of the football team from...

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