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The School Newspaper of West High School

West Signals

The School Newspaper of West High School

West Signals

Audiences enjoyed an array of performances during Multicultural Day: French Club’s fashion show; dance routines from Filipino Culture Club and Black Culture Club; and a folktale reenactment from Taiwanese Chinese American Association. A passionate student body shed light on their culture, making for a very entertaining and informative show. Member and performer for Filipino Culture Club’s hip hop and traditional folk dance routines, Christine Huston (11) explained, “it’s great to show recognition to our culture club, and I think every culture does a great job on putting on amazing performances.”
Diving Into Cultures Around the World With Multicultural Day
Ilma Patel, Staff Writer • February 28, 2023

   Throughout Feb. 17, the Performing Arts Center (PAC) lights dimmed and the audience was engulfed with vibrant stage lights, signifying the beginning...

West High’s Robotics Team puts in their all to compete with others all over the state. Every member utilized their different skills in designing, building, programming, and business to succeed. Through Robotics, their members have gained so many connections outside of the club, bonds, and teamwork skills.
It’s Robot-Building Season
Sean Toomey, Staff Writer • February 26, 2023
West Highs new banners brighten campus and promote the Warrior Way
New Year, New West
Anthony Parker, Staff Writer • February 23, 2023
As the second semester begins, students take advantage of the comforts of the new Warrior Loft as a quiet space to study. The Loft was originally created as a way to better utilize the library space. Now refurbished, the Warrior Loft provides an opening environment for students to both work and relax.
The New Warrior Loft
Ilma Patel, Staff Writer • February 23, 2023
Girls Soccer Takes Home Senior Night Victories
Girls' Soccer Takes Home Senior Night Victories
March 3, 2023

With an exciting chill in the air, the West High Girls’ Soccer team faced El Segundo on Jan. 31 — a matchup awaited since last year’s exciting final. The team’s seniors filed out onto the field...

Boys’ Soccer Takes Home Senior Night Victories
Boys’ Soccer Takes Home Senior Night Victories
Kate Phan, Entertainment Editor • March 3, 2023
It is officially softball season and our Warriors are ready for a strong season ahead of them! On Feb. 15, they took their first steps onto the field for the home-opener against Downey High School. This team has practiced all year round to show South Bay what they’ve been working for this spring. Varsity player, Kayla Vargas (11) expresses her focus for this upcoming season, “I feel like this season is going to be great because we are building a good chemistry as a team, I can’t wait to see what the season is about.”
Looking Toward a Promising Season: Softball's Home-Opener
Bella Levinson, Staff Writer & Photographer • March 1, 2023
Varsity Water Polo player and California Scholarship Federation (CSF) tech coordinator Mia Yuguchi (12) is enjoying her final months as a West High student.
Mia Yuguchi on Lessons Learned
Jacob Usary, Staff Writer • March 3, 2023

   With the end of another school year approaching faster than we realize, and a fresh group of wide-eyed...

Student couple Jason Huffstutter (12) and Claire Perry (12) have been together for nearly two years. Photo courtesy of Jason Huffstutter.
Spotlight: Student Sweethearts at West
Natalie Ou, Staff Writer • March 2, 2023
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With over 12 million copies sold, Hogwarts Legacy is one of the top selling video games on the P.C. distributing platform Steam. With the open-world fantasy costing $59.99, there has been renewed debate as to how much of the sales goes toward J. K. Rowling. Emerging as a prominent social reactionary within recent years, Rowling has faced sweeping condemnation for her views widely deemed as transphobic. The release begs two questions: how might Rowlings presence have impacted the game, and what might this say about its consumers?
No, Buying Hogwarts Legacy Doesn’t (Necessarily) Make You a Bigot
Philip Lam, Staff Writer • March 3, 2023

   Ever since its Feb. 10 release, the open-world fantasy video game Hogwarts Legacy has sold over...

According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), every packaged food is required to have nutritional information published on the package. Kelly Brown (10) stated that wrestlers take great importance of nutritional labels: “We choose what we eat based on our calorie intake.”
Are Calorie Labels Lying to You?
Anthony Parker, Staff Writer • February 8, 2023
Though he’s no stranger to controversy, Andrew Tate’s latest rise to fame in 2022 raises relevant concern to the development and views of young men and individuals under his influence. Enticed by his exploding charisma, self-help advice, and astonishing views on male supremacy, this self-made multi-millionaire, former kickboxing world champion, and media personality was able to rake in millions of fans, online supporters, and dollars.
Who Andrew Tate Really Is
Sean Toomey, Staff Writer • January 12, 2023
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“Legally Blonde the Musical” opens on March 23 and showcases a cast of nearly 60 students.  Photo courtesy of Mrs. Orabuena.
Prep for Success: Behind the Scenes of West High’s Legally Blonde Musical
Natalie Ou, Staff Writer • February 26, 2023
Co-Artistic Director Misa Cohen (12) gets lifted by fellow members of Advanced Dance during the “Teamwork Makes the Dream Work” Dance Department show. West High and Dance Department alumna Zoe Kono expressed how “every piece had such different themes and costumes — I could never predict what was going to come next.”
“Teamwork Makes the Dream Work” at West High Dance Department’s Winter Showcase
Philip Lam, Staff Writer • February 26, 2023
The band Noir walks onto stage as the last performance of the night. The crowd roared as the three juniors started to play.  “I wasn’t expecting so much support on our first night,” stated drummer Elijah Cattouse (11).
2023 Talent Show Rocks West High!
Anthony Parker, Staff Writer • February 17, 2023
Filipino Culture Club practices Tinikling, a traditional dance, to prepare for a highly anticipated performance at Multicultural Day.  Every year, cultural clubs present traditional dances, clothing, and songs to showcase the diverse community that makes up West High.  These performances require an abundance of preparation time, dedication, and effort, all to present a perfected show for students and staff.
Multicultural Day Preparations
Bella Levinson, Staff Writer & Photographer • January 18, 2023