Opinion: Why the physical fitness test is ineffective
At Westhill High school, freshmen and sophomores have to do crunches, push-ups and an intensive mile according to age and gender. However, failing or passing…
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Our Town review: A slice of 1930s life
Our Town is a three act play set in 1938 and written by American playwright Thornton Wilder. It was recently performed by Westhill students. Set in the small…
Brief: Marching band fundraises through pie sales
On Saturday, November 21, Westhill’s Marching Band delivered 77 pies around the school community to fundraise for their growing team. “We sold pies for about…
Quiz: Which superlative should you win?
Game preview: Westhill vs. Stamford High
On Thursday, November 26 at 10am, Westhill will take on Stamford High in a rivalry varsity football matchup. The Vikings enter the game with a…
PowerSchool: Access and information
PowerSchool Parent Portal gives parents and students the opportunity to access their child’s grades and attendance whenever. It helps students become more engaged with their…
Powder puff game photos
Photos courtesy of Ryan Murace // Girls from grades 9-12 participated in the Powder Puff game after school. On November 20, students came out to…
Opinion: Why powder puff isn’t offensive
It’s around that time again! Powder puff is closer than you think. Who wouldn’t love watching girls play an intense, competitive, and most importantly, humorous form of…
Interact collects donations for Thanksgiving food drive
With November coming to a rapid close, Westhill’s annual Thanksgiving food drive has begun. Interact and JROTC have teamed up this year to make the…
Free art books available in school library
Though it is open to everyone, the art students and teachers in particular are enjoying the free shelf of books in the media center. This…