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The Paw Print

News for Wildcats, by Wildcats.

The Paw Print

News for Wildcats, by Wildcats.

The Paw Print

Leah Smolen

Leah Smolen, Co-Editor in Chief

Leah Smolen is a Co-Editor-in-Chief and a senior  here at Normal Community West High School. Throughout her time at West, Leah was the Student Director for the past fall play, “Radium Girls” and worked as Backstage Manager for “Too much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind.” Leah was also the Student Life Reporter for West’s Yearbook during the 2021-2022 school year. Outside of school, Leah enjoys reading novels, writing her own short stories, listening to music, spending time with her siblings, and volunteering on the Student Advisory Board at the Youth Prevention Resource Center. Leah is very excited about her first year working on The Paw Print and looks forward to seeing what adventures it holds. 

All content by Leah Smolen
In his free time, Vrajesh Patel (12) teaches Dr. Bierbaum about cricket in preparation for the ICC Mens T20 World Cup.

Cricket to take over Normal West

Leah Smolen, Editor-in-Chief
May 14, 2024
Ever wonder why there are so many young girls shopping for makeup in places like Sephora and Ulta? You can blame social media and influencers for inspiring these trends.

The issue with Sephora and young girls

Leah Smolen, Editor-in-Chief
February 16, 2024
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