The sun is gleaming, the birds are chirping, and it seems as though everyone is happy. For many students, it’s their favorite time of the year: summer! That means tons of vacations, free time, and most importantly, not having to worry about school. This summer, in particular, is monumental due to the fact that it’ll be more normal than the last.    The summer of 2020 was filled with constant news surrounding election campaigns, COVID-19 updates, and protests. For the most part, many...

   Last week, the 58th volume of West High’s annual Yearbook was passed out for all students to read. 300 pages were filled with eye-catching designs and unique pieces of writing that showcased the spirit and pride of West. And yet the question is, what went on behind the scenes to create the Yearbook? The Story Behind It All    Even with the many limitations and restrictions that COVID-19 brought to this year, the Yearbook publication Capitaneus wanted to use these drawbacks to highlight...

   The arrival of a single letter in the mail can be enough to spell uncertainty and anxiety. For women called back for a second mammogram, fears about the threat of breast cancer can be overwhelming: written into the lines of a summary report is the possibility of a dramatically life-altering disease. Touched by the experiences of loved ones affected by cancer, Girl Scout Aaliyah Martinez (10) centered her Gold Award project around caring for women called back for an additional mammogram.    Mammograms...

   Pho, Vietnamese coffee, and straw hats. That may be what you think of when you hear of Vietnamese culture. But Vietnamese Student Alliance (VSA) is showing that there is more to their culture than what meets the eye.    Started in early February of last year, VSA was created in order to educate and generate a friendly and safe environment for members to learn more about the culture of Vietnam. But because of the COVID-19 pandemic, virtual meetings have posed a problem for this club.     Vanessa...

   On May 22nd, the campus came to life, adorned with vibrant lights, scattered playing cards, and familiar animated characters— a scene that seemed straight out of Wonderland. After a year without prom, formal events have made a grand return.     But the event didn’t come without its obstacles, one of the most glaring being the location. With almost 500 seniors alone, finding a place to hold all attending students was quite the effort. When LA was in the orange tier, it allowed a maximum...