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West Fest set for May 1
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The last day of school!

SCHOOL'S OUT FOR SUMMER!

News

West Fest is set for May 1! Along with a slew of other activities, Mr. Hoder and Mr. Akyuz will be hosting an Open Mic and Karaoke session during this years West Fest. Contact either teacher for more information!

West Fest set for May 1

Eden Husarik, Contributing Writer • April 24, 2024

Since the doors of Normal West High school opened in 1995, “West Fest” has been an ongoing tradition. For 29 years, the celebration has been a wonderful, jovial event...

After receiving the Youth to Washington award, Maxwell Nord (12) and Isabelle Phillips (11) stand together with their certificates. The two will travel together, along with several other NCWHS students, to Washington D.C. over the summer of 2024.

Two West students to visit D.C. after a surprise award was presented

Leah Smolen, Editor-in-Chief • April 24, 2024

Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors will all take the PSAT/SAT tomorrow, Wednesday April 10 during an all-school testing day.

PSAT/SAT 'testing day' set for Wednesday

Leah Smolen and Joshua Stearns • April 9, 2024

As all of the pieces come together for the 2024 Prom and After Prom celebrations, be sure to get your tickets ordered. See the links and additional information within the article.

Normal West Prom set for April 20 at Brown Ballroom

Tatum Gaines, Contributing Writer • April 1, 2024

Mrs. Amanda Long is a beloved science teacher here at Normal West. Students rave about the friendly environment she creates year in and year out!

Feature

Enthusiasm and a positive and welcoming environment are keys to beloved Biology teacher

Jossie Rood, Contributing Writer • May 8, 2024

Mr. and Mrs. Hafermann, two West employees, have been together since high school. Today, they share an office space and both work in unique roles here at Normal West.

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Summer of 96: the high school sweethearts who rule Normal West

Lorelai Hoban, Contributing Writer • May 7, 2024

Mrs. Nicki Mackinson is an English teacher here at Normal West. In addition to teaching a variety of courses, she also has two daughters and is married to fellow Wildcat teacher, Mr. John Mackinson.

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Mackinson's love for school leads her back to the classroom

Eden Husarik, Student • May 6, 2024

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With the first pick of the 2024 NFL draft, the Chicago Bears selected Caleb Williams, of USC. The Bears have had a historic off-season with a draft to match while not only getting Williams at number one but also getting the coveted Rome Odunze.

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