Witt and Whitten Retire after Combined Seventy-One Years
Madeleine Andrews and Talley Johnston
June 1, 2017 • 167 views
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Chuck Witt After 33 years of teaching at the high school that he attended, math teacher and track coach Chuck Witt has decided to retire. He is known for his jokes and sarcastic humor that are heard throughout his classroom. Nothing gets by him, and if you ever misbehave in his class, you are typical...
Concussions in ACPS
Tim Desimone, Editor-in-Chief
May 11, 2017 • 335 views
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For student athletes, the constant shadow of injury is a cautious reminder of the dangers of their sport. A broken bone or pulled muscle could be the end of a season, or at a minimum a painful process of recovery. For most, a pulled muscle is ideal in comparison to the other dangers on the field....
Is Light Rail an Option for Charlottesville?
August Lamb, Photo Editor
May 6, 2017 • 132 views
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With a steadily growing metropolitan population, now estimated at over 150,000 permanent residents, Charlottesville and Albemarle County have considered implementing a light rail system in our region within the past decade, attempting to make one of the nation’s most desirable regions into one of the most progressive. Although talks have lost steam in recent years, light rail would provide an environmentally friendly way to ease traffic around the city.
Read more »A(P)ril Showers May Bring a 5
Madeleine Andrews, Managing Web Editor
May 4, 2017 • 107 views
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There comes a time when the joy of Spring Break has faded away, and students are left with the daunting fact that Advanced Placement exams are charging towards them. All year students have taken their AP classes and faced the stress, knowing that by the end of May the class would slow down. But when...
Make Way for Digital Imaging Ducklings
Olivia Gallmeyer, Managing News Editor
March 23, 2017 • 118 views
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“It’s so soft!” “This is the most beautiful thing.” “I’m kind of scared, it’s a lot of responsibility!” These remarks and many more oohs, aahs, and excited high-pitched squeals were heard Tuesday afternoon as the WAHS Digital Imaging and Photography classes met four special guests. Courtney...
Model Congress 2017
Olivia Gallmeyer and Staff Reports
March 9, 2017 • 176 views
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The senior government classes' annual Model Congress event took place on March 9, 2017, as seniors dressed to the nines, come to debate their bills in a simulation of the legislative officials in Washington. From committees to floor sessions, the Western Hemisphere has you covered with all-day updates. Committee Ses...
MoCo Committee Meetings: The Photos
August Lamb, Photo Editor
March 9, 2017 • 151 views
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As Model Congress 2017 rolls around again, The Western Hemisphere provides continuous coverage of its happenings. Here are the photos from this morning.
Read more »Wacappellas Hit New Highs
Madeleine Andrews, Managing Web Editor
March 7, 2017 • 110 views
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Every so often, you may find yourself whistling, humming, and tapping to a song that you just can’t get out of your head. When the new a capella group at Western was created, students of all grades came together and shared their abilities to sing without instruments. The Wacappellas officially began...
Get to Know the New Choir Teacher
Brookelyn Shantler, Staff Writer
March 7, 2017 • 118 views
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Amber Blakovich was born and raised in New Jersey. She has an adorable 3-year-old beagle named Copper. “He’s my little dude,” said Ms. Blakovich. She has been singing ever since she can remember. Her parents had her audition for a children’s choir when she was in 3rd grade and she stayed with...
WAHS Got Talent
Grace Berigan, Staff Writer
March 6, 2017 • 75 views
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Contestant Erin Nelson was flooded with excitement as she began her duet with Rebekah Carroll, and commented on her experience in the arts and past talent shows. “I tried out (for the talent show) all through middle school. I didn’t have time to audition last year, even though I really wanted...
Once Upon a Musical
Rosie Dougherty-Herrmann, Staff Writer
March 2, 2017 • 98 views
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Students are working hard on putting together the spring musical, “Once Upon a Mattress.” The musical is a retelling of “The Princess and the Pea.” To prepare for the show, students work on directing, costume making, working on lights and sound, building the set, singing, dancing, acting, making r...
The Summer Job Search
Eva Massarelli, Staff Writer
March 2, 2017 • 95 views
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Looking for a summer job? Hopefully this helps you find out how to get a job that suits you. How to get a summer job: Connections can help you get a job, so ask some family friends to look out for jobs you could do. If you find a place you would like to work at go in and talk to a person ab...
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Witt and Whitten Retire after Combined Seventy-One Years
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Is Light Rail an Option for Charlottesville?
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