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Sammy the Squirrel and the…Football Fumble

Amrynn Gordon, Staff Photographer • October 18, 2024
Amrynn Gordon
Hey Everybody! Meet Sammy the Squirrel, our beloved Signals mascot come to life in his brand new comic strip. Sammy’s just begun his senior year here at West High and can’t wait to have more fun misadventures as the year continues. Be sure to check back regularly to see what he’s been up to.
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About the Contributor
Amrynn Gordon
Amrynn Gordon, Staff Photographer
Amrynn Gordon is a second year photographer for Signals. She’s in her junior year ready to capture all of the memories of this year in the storage of her camera. Capturing moments in words has always been difficult for her, so this year she decided to try something a bit new. Gordon is ready for the new school year and making new friends!