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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

Lexy Hairston

Lexy Hairston, Photography Editor

Lexy Hairston, a senior, has attended West Forsyth for two years since her transfer from Virginia. She has written for the Zephyr for two years now and is the Photography Editor and Social Media rep. Along with writing for the newspaper she is on the West Forsyth varsity cheer team. In her free time she enjoys spending time with family and hanging out with friends. She hopes to attend the Boston University to double major in Communications and PT.

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Lee Krebs play a Nintendo game on their Nintendo 2DS. Anyone who isn't male is usually discriminated against within the gaming community.

[Photo] Sexism in gaming isn’t an epic win

Lee Krebs, Opinion Writer December 19, 2019

Lee Krebs play a Nintendo game on their Nintendo 2DS. Anyone who isn't male is usually discriminated against within the gaming community.

Katherine Dykeman's classroom has been carefully decorated to raise school spirit. Other classrooms should decorate to raise student spirits.

[Photo] Refurbishing School: Make school a brighter place

Parker Ramey, Opinion Writer December 13, 2019

Katherine Dykeman's classroom has been carefully decorated to raise school spirit. Other classrooms should decorate to raise student spirits.

Recycling bins are available across West's campus. Find out what you can recycle to help save our environment!

[Photo] Reduce, Reuse, Recycle: What you need to know

Averie King, Features Editor December 11, 2019

Recycling bins are available across West's campus. Find out what you can recycle to help save our environment!

Hutchison's self-portrait hangs in the front office of West.

[Photo] Beyond the Easel: Brynn Hutchison is more than just an artist

Lillian Reid, Features Writer November 14, 2019

Hutchison's self-portrait hangs in the front office of West.

A student seeks guidance from counselor David Small. There are numerous resources at the disposal of students at West Forsyth.

[Photo] We need to talk about therapy

Mia Scott, Opinion Writer November 14, 2019

A student seeks guidance from counselor David Small. There are numerous resources at the disposal of students at West Forsyth.

Cringe culture has become rampant in society, but it can be very harmful.

[Photo] Cringe Culture: Bullying has been rebranded

Lee Krebs, Opinion Writer November 14, 2019

Cringe culture has become rampant in society, but it can be very harmful.

Normal students are turned all-star cheerleaders at night

Lexy Hairston, Photography Editor November 1, 2019

Most heroes wear capes, but these girls wear bows. Sophomores Ally Hodges and Mckenna Singer are known for many things, but one in particular is their all-star cheerleading fame on Cheer Extreme’s level...

Football player celebrates a successful game.

Photo Gallery: Football team takes on East Forsyth

Lexy Hairston and Ben Radspinner October 22, 2019

With the football team making headway into their conference season with a big win over defending state champions East Forsyth the Titans earned a ranking of third in the state and 98th in the country....

Megan Peters: Female kicker eager to make her mark

Megan Peters: Female kicker eager to make her mark

Lexy Hairston, Photography Editor October 10, 2019

Defying all stereotypes and expectations, junior Megan Peters is making school history by being the first girl to play on the varsity football team.  “I was excited for her. She works extremely...

Stephen Langford teaches one of his English IV classes in the afternoon. West as welcomed a handful of new teachers this school year.

[Photo] They May Be New, but They Like Disney too: West welcomes new teachers

Leanna Bernish, News Editor September 27, 2019

Stephen Langford teaches one of his English IV classes in the afternoon. West as welcomed a handful of new teachers this school year.

Duncan Memory teaches a lesson to one of his English classes. Students are excited for a variety of classes this school year.

[Photo] Students Say What: What class are you most excited about?

Keri Rhodes, News Writer September 24, 2019

Duncan Memory teaches a lesson to one of his English classes. Students are excited for a variety of classes this school year.

The trademarks of a VSCO girl. Don't worry, we know almost no freshman is completely like this.

[Photo] Dear Class of 2023: We know you’re not all eboys and VSCO girls

Lillian Reid, Features Writer September 23, 2019

The trademarks of a VSCO girl. Don't worry, we know almost no freshman is completely like this.

Students show off what they wear while walking to lunch. What kind of impression did your first day outfit give off?

[Photo] The First Impression: Students need to dress up

Jenna Jordan, Opinion Writer September 16, 2019

Students show off what they wear while walking to lunch. What kind of impression did your first day outfit give off?

Richmond Griner

[Photo] Athlete of the Month: Richmond Griner

Jackson Stanley, Sports Editor September 12, 2019

Richmond Griner

Parker Ramey (left) and Clara LaRue (right) attempt to make their TikTok go viral. Tiktok has become a worldwide phenomen, but what really made it tick?

[Photo] Time is not running out for TikTok

Tyson Edwards, Co-Editor in Chief September 12, 2019

Parker Ramey (left) and Clara LaRue (right) attempt to make their TikTok go viral. Tiktok has become a worldwide phenomen, but what really made it tick?

Common "activism" posts as seen on Instagram. These kinds of posts do not inspire change.

[Photo] More than Just a Post: Take activism further

Mia Scott, Opinion Writer September 10, 2019

Common "activism" posts as seen on Instagram. These kinds of posts do not inspire change.

Freshmen in Dr. Sherman's class learn about English. While freshman year can seem scary, it's important to make the most of it.

[Photo] Zephyr’s Declassified: A comprehensive guide to surviving high school

Averie King, Features Writer September 6, 2019

Freshmen in Dr. Sherman's class learn about English. While freshman year can seem scary, it's important to make the most of it.

For the first day of school students dress both relaxed and nice. Everyone showed a little bit of their personality on that fateful day.

[Photo] Catching Looks on the First Day

Clara LaRue, Features Writer September 4, 2019

For the first day of school students dress both relaxed and nice. Everyone showed a little bit of their personality on that fateful day.

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