Model Congress Gallery 2019
Sidney Jackson and Grace Berigan
March 12, 2019
Filed under Multimedia, News, Showcase, Slideshows
Seniors Launch Western’s 15th Annual Model Congress
March 12, 2019
Being a senior at WAHS comes with many new opportunities and responsibilities as compared to previous grades. One of the largest, if not largest, is Western’s annual Model Congress event, which is 15 years old today. Seniors, through their U.S. Government classes, are sent to organize a simulation...
Students and Admin Present Parking Possibilities
William Peritz, News Editor
February 7, 2019
Filed under News, Showcase, Student Life
Parking has been a source of frustration and mild inconvenience for several juniors and seniors that are allowed to drive their cars to school. It can be a challenge to secure a parking pass for yourself, due to the relatively low number of spots available. Once a spot is obtained, it can also be difficult...
County Council Seeks to Improve Schools
Kathryn Steenburgh, Copy Editor
January 31, 2019
Filed under News
Once a month, the eight students on the County Student Advisory Council- two freshmen, two sophomores, one junior, and three seniors- leave during their first period of the day. They spend a few hours talking about school issues and plans with their peers from Monticello and Albemarle and return to Western...
Evelyn Garey Awarded for Acting and Activism
Abigail Connelly, Copy Editor
December 18, 2018
Senior Evelyn Garey’s theatrical performance earned her the Best Actor award for the VHSL performance of “Tuna Fish Eulogy”. She performed with the Western Drama group at Monticello High School in late October, later putting on a public performance at Western on November 9th. Garey is fami...
Staff Celebrates No-Shave November
Sidney Jackson, Managing Editor
December 18, 2018
No-shave November, sometimes known as 'Movember', is a month-long event in which men surrender their razors and let their hair flow freely. Though many guys see this event as a friendly competition with buddies to see who can grow the longest or bushiest beards, the real reason behind No-shave N...
“The Hate U Give” Forum Sparks Discussion
Rachel Schweitzer, Staff Writer
December 6, 2018
"The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas has sparked discussions and forums centered around the topic of racial discrimination in America. Students at Western planned to meet in the library to further build on this subject, run by faculty members Ms. Laux and Ms. Archey, as well as Mr. Hughes’ Big Idea Club....
The Government Takes On Juul
Jessica Klees, Editor-in-Chief
November 1, 2018
The federal government began investigations into the use of electronic cigarettes and vapes last year. Recently, however, some more severe measures have been enacted. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is increasing regulations for vape production, especially for young people. In a statement released...
Evolution Of The Juul
Frances Noll and Jack Reichert
November 1, 2018
The nicotine craze isn’t new to the world of high school, but what is different now is the small rectangular “Juul.” The Juul has started a giant, unstoppable trend across high schools and universities in America. Vapes became relevant in our community around 2 or 3 years ago. Before then, none...
New Tri-Lab Stirs Discussion
Eva Massarelli, Feature Editor
November 1, 2018
The modern tri-lab was built over the summer to offer a collaborative lab experience to students at Western Albemarle High School. The purpose of the lab is to get a variety of classes to work together outside the confinements of a traditional class setting. The open space allows for guest speakers and...
Fresh Faces All Around: Assistant Principal Teresa Tyler Joins WAHS Community
Brookelyn Shantler, News Editor
October 25, 2018
Filed under News, Student Life
What is something you’ve been meaning to try but just haven’t gotten around to? It could be any of the new restaurants actually in town. One of my former students opened up a restaurant downtown and I have been meaning to go to that. It’s called Renewal Restaurant and it was opened up by a f...
Fresh Faces All Around: Assistant Principal Will Schaffer Joins WAHS Community
Brookelyn Shantler, News Editor
October 25, 2018
Filed under News, Student Life
What could you give a 40-minute presentation on with absolutely no preparation? The first thing that comes to mind is something military related. It would have to be on how to use a gas mask the right way, and clear it, and then all the things you can do once it’s on because a lot of the times ...
March 12, 2019
Seniors Launch Western’s 15th Annual Model Congress
March 12, 2019
Students and Admin Present Parking Possibilities
February 7, 2019
Sutton Young: NCAA Tournament Predictions and Analysis
March 21, 2019
Girl’s Basketball Wins Back-to-Back Jefferson District Title
February 14, 2019
