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The School Newspaper of West High School

West Signals

The School Newspaper of West High School

West Signals

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, Entertainment & News Editor February 17, 2023

   On February 10, after many days of practicing, West High students walked into the bright spotlights to showcase their talents. West High’s annual talent show is an example of pure dedication to creativity, from the students who perform to the students...

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The greater Los Angeles area, including the South Bay, is ripe with perfect spots catering to the likings of any date-goers.

West High Date Nigh(t)

Sarah Han, News Editor February 13, 2023

   February: the month of love. Whether you love it or hate it, February comes with the expectations of chocolates, flowers, and, of course, a well-planned date. To help you out, here are a few suggestions from fellow West High students: Chado Tea...

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She shoots, she scores! Determined to make her free throw, Madeline Heinemann (11) hoped to rack up points on the scoreboard for her team. West Girls’ Basketball battled St. Paul High School in the First Round of CIF after placing first in Pioneer league.

Girls’ Basketball Takes on St. Paul

Bella Levinson, Visuals Editor February 11, 2023

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West High Girls’ Soccer celebrates as a team after winning the game in a penalty shootout. After a scoreless game, West and Cypress headed into penalties, where West came out on top. Starting center midfielder and center back, Kathryn Harris (11) stated, “It was a great team effort to get this victory, and everyone did their part in penalties from our goalie to the kickers.”

Girls’ Soccer: Kicking Their Way Into CIF Round Two

Christopher Huston, Staff Photographer February 10, 2023

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While the recent Pineapple Express storms have detrimental effects outside of the South Bay, the aggressive atmospheric river still proves to be a nuisance for the drivers of West High. Foggy mirrors and wet clothes have become a part of the start to every morning. Faith Iwanaka (12) has had to “leave a little earlier than usual and drive carefully” on the way to school because, “the recent storms have definitely made the roads around [her] neighborhood more slick.”

Severe Storm Hits West High!

Anthony Parker, Entertainment & News Editor January 19, 2023

Throughout the beginning of January, the South Bay has experienced a hefty amount of rain that has caused inconveniences to residents. However, these slight disturbances have been catastrophic for many –– specifically in the Santa Cruz and San Francisco...

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On her last trip to New York, Nene Nakagomi (12) visits her dream school: Pace University. She completed the required “live audition” portion of her application — dancing in front of a panel of judges. She’s still waiting on her results. Photo Courtesy of Nene Nakagomi.

College Admissions and Life After West

Sean Toomey, Staff Writer December 9, 2022

   There are 109 days of school left for West High's senior class.    12 years ago, that number was closer to 2,125. The class of 2023 would’ve been in kindergarten, counting up to their 100th day of school — if they could even count that...

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The World Cup Controversies Are Nothing New in the Realm of Sports

Philip Lam, Editor-in-Chief December 5, 2022

   It was the spring of 1971. Representatives from the United States National Table Tennis Team accepted the invitation to square off in a series of matches against China, an eight-day spectacle that engrossed the American public and ushered in a periodic...

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On Friday, Sept. 23, Drum Major Riyana Roy (12) and Assistant Drum Major Yumiko Kasai (11) led the West High Entertainment Unit in a home football game against Redondo Union High School.

Major Responsibilities in West High’s Band

Jacob Usary, Staff Writer November 18, 2022

   West High’s band offers students the opportunity to experience being leaders in their own class. This opportunity comes in the form of the positions of Drum Major and Assistant Drum Major.     Drum Majors conduct the band, set tempos, and...

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Cheerleading captain Eva Reyes (12) grins as she lifts her Superior award for the United Spirit Association competition. Despite the hardships that come with her leadership role, Reyes still finds passion and joy in cheerleading, even with the challenges that come with it: “I love it as a whole and everything that comes with it, even the conditioning — I don’t mind it because it’s doing what I love,” she explained. 
Photo courtesy of Eva Reyes (12).

Leading Solo: Cheering on Eva Reyes

Natalie Ou, Sports Editor November 18, 2022

   Senior year is a coveted time that many students across West High eagerly look forward to. From grabbing the best seats at class competitions to extravagant prom dances, senior year is a breath of fresh air for many.     However, senior year...

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Throughout her time at West, ASB President Allison Tsai (12) has learned how to help others as well as how to set goals for herself: “I’ve learned so much about being there for those around me. West is a community of what I think are really close people, and it’s been so welcoming. I think it has taught me to step out of my shell and has given me ways to improve myself.” Art/Photo courtesy of Allison Tsai.

Allison Tsai on Hard Work and Giving Back

Natalie Ou, Sports Editor November 18, 2022

   For hundreds of seniors across campus at West, their last year of high school is filled with both bittersweet memories and nostalgic emotions. It’s a time for both laughing at embarrassing moments as a freshman and fondly looking back on achievements....

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Lauren Ng (12) and Frank Wong (12) share the life-long memory of becoming West’s new Homecoming champions. The stadium roared with excitement as Wong and Ng’s  names were announced.

West’s Homecoming King and Queen Have Been Elected!

Anthony Parker, Entertainment & News Editor October 7, 2022

 The night sky glimmered as students in fancy dresses and suits walked onto the stage that had been assembled on the 50-yard line. Alongside the rest of the Homecoming court, Lauren Ng (12) and Frank Wong (12) stood staring at the bustling crowd, awaiting...

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