Every year, West High’s National Honors Society (NHS) has organized a blood drive in partnership with UCLA Health, with members scrambling to get students to sign up and take the opportunity to be part of a charitable cause. Indeed, a statistic...

   Standardized testing: roadblocks in the lives of various students. Tests such as the SAT and ACT determine their skills in mathematics and literary techniques. As students prepare for these tests, it’s easy to be overwhelmed, struggling to comprehend...

   Since President Trump’s recent reelection, American citizens have been bombarded by bold new policies. From mass deportations, attempts to end birthright citizenship, and tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China, economic and social welfare...

So, it’s another one of those leadership things?”    The prospect of applying to Kizuna Leadership in Action during the fall semester of my junior year wasn’t a thrilling one. Between academic coursework and my desire for restful weekends,...

   This past fall, representatives of West High traveled to Korea to immerse themselves in Korean culture. From visiting cultural sites to learning about the language and enjoying traditional food, the attending students shared an unforgettable experience...

   Picture this: it’s a relatively relaxing Sunday afternoon, but you start feeling a little bored. So, being the chronically online person you are, you decide to open your favorite social media app TikTok. You smile slightly at the joys your doom...

  Doubtlessly, 2025 blazed in with a rough start— nature proved its catastrophic power through the mighty roars of wildfires,  rendering thousands of homes into heaps of kindling. From the Eaton in Altadena to the Pacific Palisades, more than 100,000...

   The pavilion buzzed with excitement as students packed the space, forming a vibrant sea of green, blue, purple, and red class spirit sections. Each grade cheered loudly, their voices uniting to support their peers throughout class competitions....

   From a math teacher to a counselor and assistant principal, Mr. Stuckey has done it all. Fortunately, his wide range of experiences led to his position as West High’s new assistant principal.    As assistant principal, Mr. Stuckey’s leadership...

   Nervous about upcoming AP exams? Well, look no further than West High’s very own AP Cram Sessions! Hosted by the National Honor Society (NHS), these study sessions provide all of the necessary help for upcoming test-takers to score well on their...

If you’re looking for a new local restaurant to try, you’re in luck. Recently opened in the Village Del Amo, Marugame Udon is a Japanese cuisine restaurant that serves udon bowls, tempura, rice bowls, and an assortment of beverages. It was the first...

   Several hours of running on adrenaline and high strung nerves. Sweaty palms and bitten nails. A clock ticking down that draws your eye no matter how hard you try to look away. Depending on personal opinion, an AP test is either your worst nightmare...