February Playlist: Bedroom pop
Bedroom pop is an up-and-coming genre which highlights the use of non-traditional studios to make music (such as bedrooms). This music grabs lots of influence…
2020
Basketball season in full swing
As the winter season proceeds at Westhill, there is only one thing on our athletes’ minds, and that is basketball season. Both the boys’ and…
The downfall of cable television
Cable television is dying. According to mediakix.com, America’s largest cable TV providers of the United States cable industry lost around 410,000 subscribers during the first…
Slay of the Month: JT Minnick (’21)
The Westword: What do you think is most influential to your style? Jonathan Thomas Minnick: Oh God, probably social media… and like, school, lowkey, on…
Block scheduling already failing students
In the past, The Westword Online has refrained from posting editorials online. However, next year’s schedule has been frequently discussed among the Westhill population as…
The need for parental leave during pregnancy
As our world continues to progress, many people, especially women, have been fighting for equal gender rights in terms of reproductive care. Many citizens believe…
Movie review: Little Women
The newly released movie Little Women is a spectacular film adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s book, starring some of the most beloved actors and actresses….
Antisemitic acts on the rise in the US
The end of 2019 has left the Jewish people afraid, upset, and concerned about the upcoming year. Acts of terrorism have caused Jews from all…
The vocational school advantage
Vocational school is a type of educational institution where students receive specialized training for a specific trade or occupation. The training received from these institutions…
Need help choosing a college major? Here’s what you need to know
We have all had the thought: What am I going to do with my life? The answer begins with choosing a college major. There are…