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The Student News Site of West Forsyth High School

The Zephyr

Parker Ramey

Parker Ramey, Co-Editor-in-Chief

Parker Ramey has been writing for the Zephyr since her sophomore year as an opinion and features writer. She is now co-editor-in-chief for the 2021-2022 Zephyr staff. When she’s not busy with the staff you can find her, blasting One Direction, eating cookie skillets with her friends, or hanging out with her neighbor’s cat.

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Elite Electives: The best classes at West

Elite Electives: The best classes at West

Parker Ramey, Co-Editor-in-Chief June 5, 2022

Everyone has to take core classes, yet electives are when you actually get to pick what your days look like. Of course everyone gets the book with all the electives listed, but as a freshman it can feel...

Ever wonder the best way to give and receive love? This article dives into the different love languages.

A breakdown of love languages

Parker Ramey, Co-Editor-in-Chief April 28, 2022

Everyone gives and receives love in their own individual way. To help you understand this, these love languages have been divided into five different categories by author Gary Chapman. For any relationship,...

Wordle is a game for everyone. It helps you work on your spelling and get your brain working every day.

Wacky for Wordle: The game that has the world under its “spell”

Parker Ramey, Co-Editor-in-Chief March 16, 2022

The New York Times Game, Wordle, has been occupying everyone’s mornings. If you haven't heard of it, you must live under a rock. Wordle is like a crossword puzzle that can only be played once a day....

Candy Grams are being sold in the cafeteria during all lunches. The table is easy to find with a large sign on front.

Be Sweet this Season: Student Government Association sells holiday Candy Grams

Parker Ramey, Co-Editor-in-Chief December 9, 2021

The Winter season can be a lonely time, yet a candy cane with a message attached could brighten someone's day. This is exactly what the Student Government Association intended when they decided to bring...

Zephyr Jams: Fall Edition

Zephyr Jams: Fall Edition

Parker Ramey, Co-Editor-in-Chief November 9, 2021

A new season is upon us which means it's a perfect time to spice up your playlist. With the cold weather rolling in, take the opportunity to enjoy it, snuggle up in a blanket, relax and we will handle...

TikTok is a well known app that most are known to be obsessed with. Trends run the app, and these are the most recent ones.

[Photo] Little Lads and Mischievous Grabs: TikTok’s current crazes

Ella-Brooke Morgan, Features Writer October 8, 2021

TikTok is a well known app that most are known to be obsessed with. Trends run the app, and these are the most recent ones.

The West student section is for Titans only, remember your place on the bleachers!

You Don’t Go Here: The student section is for Titans only

Parker Ramey, Co-Editor-in-Chief October 7, 2021

If you've ever been to a football game and sat in the student section you’ve probably heard the “you don’t go here” chant. This chant is directed at people in the student section who are not students;...

Student Counselor Allison Barnes giving advice to a troubled student.

How to support someone with a mental illness

Parker Ramey, Co-Editor-in-Chief September 23, 2021

You never know what's going on in someone's life, nor the severity of their struggles. Your friend who is seen as the happy or outgoing person could very well be the someone who's fighting the worst unseen...

As time goes on, things change, fashion is no exception. Although it seems some trends are making a come back.

Out with the new in with the old: Retro fashion trends coming back in style

Parker Ramey, Features Writer May 11, 2021

What some call old, others call chic. As time goes on, more and more fashion trends rise from the dead. Some very welcomed, others not -- *cough* low-rise pants. So, remember, before you throw out your...

One bad apple spoils the bunch: Don’t group all Christians together

Parker Ramey, Guest Opinion Writer April 7, 2021

In most instances, one person can ruin things for everyone, and the reputation of religion is no exception. Christianity is sometimes portrayed intolerant and discriminative in the media, especially when...

Boogie down to love town

Parker Ramey, Features Writer February 12, 2021

Depending on your relationship status, Valentine’s Day can be one of the worst days or one of the best days of the year. Music is something that can make the day end in tears or love. To help you out...

Reel New Movies: Movies coming out in 2021

Parker Ramey, Features Writer December 16, 2020

With most theaters having opened back up, new movies are finally hitting the big screens. Some are completely new and have never been seen before, along with some movies postponed due to COVID-19. There’s...

Pumpkins are a great way to decorate for fall, here are some ways to spice them up.

Carving Out Some Fun: Ways to decorate your pumpkin

Parker Ramey, Features Writer October 14, 2020

Decorating pumpkins is one of the most looked-forward-to traditions of the fall. The downside of this is trying to figure out how to make your pumpkin look the best compared to everyone else's. Different...

Zoom is new to everyone and so are the outfits that come with it. The ideas for new looks are endless.

Looking Presentable on Zoom: Lazy edition

Parker Ramey, Features Writer September 20, 2020

With school being virtual this quarter, everyone has an abundance of Zoom meetings. No matter how many times you tell yourself you “don’t care what you look like,” there is still a part of you that...

Quarantine may have limited the events that you can attend and the things to do. However one social distancing activity available is watching a movie of your choice at the The Drive-In Theater at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds.

[Photo] 10 Ways to cure your boredom in quarantine

Connor Prisk, Features Writer September 20, 2020

Quarantine may have limited the events that you can attend and the things to do. However one social distancing activity available is watching a movie of your choice at the The Drive-In Theater at the Winston-Salem...

Don’t be selfish: The ridiculous stocking up during COVID-19

Parker Ramey, Opinion Writer April 7, 2020

COVID-19: a pandemic that has made many people act like we’re in an apocalypse. Toilet paper, milk and bread have all sold out in stores, with some people buying the normal amount, others buying an overload....

Success Without a Degree: Going to college isn’t for everyone

Parker Ramey, Opinion Writer March 9, 2020

One of the biggest pressures in life is going to college and becoming successful. In high school it is drilled into everyone's head by parents, guidance counselors and teachers that if you don't go to...

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

Refurbishing School: Make school a brighter place

Parker Ramey, Opinion Writer December 13, 2019

When thinking of a classroom, what comes to mind? White walls, brown desks and a board with due dates? We spend roughly seven hours a day in classrooms, yet most of the time our surroundings unappealing...

Old Disney vs New Disney: Disney has gone down hill

Parker Ramey, Opinion Writer November 14, 2019

Miley and Lily, the ones who taught us what it means to be best friends; Zack and Cody, the beloved siblings that made us all want to live on a cruise ship, and Teddy, the original vlogger, have all been...

Sporting events can be fun for everyone. However, when freshmen don't cheer it kills the vibe for all.

Freshman school spirit should be stronger

Parker Ramey, Opinion Writer September 10, 2019

One of the best parts about coming back to school is football games, but the lack of freshman school spirit really kills the vibe.  While standing in the student section during the first football game,...

We've all been there, it's the first day of school and the silence in the classroom is simply unbearable!

Five Ways to Break the Awkward Silence

Parker Ramey, Writer August 26, 2019

You walk into a class, look around and see no one you know. We have all been in this situation, so I made this list to help you find something to talk about with the random person sitting next to you. 1....

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