Social media platform TikTok captivates teens
In recent months, people from the age of thirteen and up have been spending hours scrolling through the app TikTok. If you are unaware of…
2019
Diversity suffers as Democratic field narrows
On Tuesday, December 3, Democratic United States Senator Kamala Harris of California informed the public that she would be dropping out of the presidential race….
Teachers protest block scheduling at BOE meeting
On Tuesday, November 26, the Board of Education (BOE), teachers, students, and parents all met to discuss the future block scheduling and its implications. Teacher,…
Artist of the Month: Anissa Askew (’20)
The Westword: How would you describe your art style? Anissa Askew: My art style is definitely undefined. I like so many different styles varying from…
The results of election day 2019
On November 5, 2019, millions of Americans headed to the polls to vote for their local government officials. This year in Stamford, elections were held…
Less is still more: Decline in eligible donations in fall Red Cross blood drive
The biannual Westhill Blood Drive was held on October 31 in partnership with The American Red Cross. Blood-spattered fonts advertising the drive were hung up…
Westhill students blend traditions with Thanksgiving favorites
With the days getting colder and shorter, the holidays are coming right around the corner. Thanksgiving is a traditional American holiday that many people with…
Ariana Grande concert review: I wanted it, I got it
For the cost of the ticket, there were high expectations for Ariana Grande’s concert. The show, set at Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale, New York, was…
Colleges should adopt test-optional policies
As the college application season proceeds, many students are required to submit SAT or ACT scores to the schools they wish to apply to as…
Column: Franki and Maddie Try to Change the World
For our first piece, we wanted to focus on recent climate legislation action and protests. Students across the globe skipped school on Friday, September 20…