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The Westwind
The student news site of Arvada West High School

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“Powderpuffs” used to apply makeup. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons

“Powderpuff” football tells a tale of sexism and inequality: does it have to? • 1091 Views

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Coach Pyatt looks to use his past football experience to lead A-West football to a state championship. Photo by Etta Dyer, courtesy of Canva

Ex-NFL star turns to coaching at Arvada West High School • 765 Views

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Edited photo of Lana Del Rey standing in front of a car on fire while smiling, quickly became the photo associated with the Lana Cult. Photo courtesy of Tori Foss.

The Lana Del Rey Cult on TikTok is so much more than a “random trend” • 688 Views

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Girls at Arvada West of all shapes, sizes, and colors are at risk of being dress-coded for what could be considered inappropriate.

Public school dress codes: An old yet necessary conversation • 465 Views

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Throughout his career, Porter has fulfilled roles as being teacher, coach, Athletics and Activities Director, and Assistant Principal. As he begins his twenty-eighth year in education, Porter is ready for his next adventure at A-West. Photo courtesy of Porter

New Principal Micah Porter filled with nothing but excitement, hopes, aspirations for the future of A-West • 322 Views

Features
Community Resource Liaison Joann Barkhuff has a deep and long history with the ocean and marine life. Photo courtesy of Barkhuff
Making her own splash, Community Resource Liaison Joann Barkhuff's work in marine conservation and ecotourism
Chloe Rios, Editor • May 17, 2024

  In fifth grade, Arvada West High School Community Resource Liaison Joann Barkhuff, took a trip...

Michael Villanueva in one of his favorite places - the beach. (Photo provided by Michael Villanueva)
From League of Legends to Colorado Rapids soccer: the sports (and everything else) that define Michael Villanueva
May 6, 2024
Spanish is the fourth-most spoken language in the world - but in some ways it continues to be undervalued at Arvada West
Should Spanish be a required class? Teachers and students share their thoughts.
March 8, 2024
Solving conflict with restorative justice
Solving conflict with restorative justice
March 4, 2024
News
Locks, lights lockdown drills
Locks, lights lockdown drills
Aly Nichols, Reporter • April 22, 2024

In the state of Colorado there have already been 2 school shootings in 2023, and even though it’s almost...

Junior Saylor Swanson and other inductees takes an oath, at the original NHS induction for the 2023-2024 school year.
National Honors Society to induct a second round of members
March 29, 2024
A crowd of students emerges slowly from a hallway in Arvada West (Photo taken by Madeus Frandina)
Research shows that passing periods aren't long enough
March 9, 2024
One hospitalized in local Arvada fire
March 7, 2024
Opinions
Struggles, success of opening a business
Struggles, success of opening a business
Aly Nichols, Reporter • April 23, 2024

Opening a business can be a struggle, but many people have wanted to open one at some point in their lives. Whether it be a lemonade stand or some other creative idea, wanting...

Photo used with permission granted by Kate T. Parker.
The over-sexualization of youth - why people should be concerned
April 22, 2024
Entertainment
New technology has allowed students easy access for building their own supercomputer. Photo Courtesy of Unsplash
PC Buyer's Guide: 2023 Edition
Joey DiGiovanni, Reporter • April 24, 2023

Today, we will be looking at 3 price tiers for what kind of PC is best to use for gaming, design, work, or just getting you from point A to point B. The only points of concern...

The Arvada community filed in line to see Cocaine Bear, showing at Harkins Theatre. Photo by Ali Hickman
Cocaine Bear - fact or fiction? (Spoiler Warning)
March 29, 2023
Librarian Josie Zoll and Junior Juniper Davis admire Arvada Wests furry friend Bloosh. Photo by Chloe Rios
Inside scoop: A-West's resident pooches, Bloosh and Bailey, contribute to Wish Week
February 28, 2023
Photo by Jovan Vasiljević on Unsplash
Review: Taylor Swift "Midnights" album worth a listen
December 14, 2022
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Boys volleyball has been in the shadows for a long time, but Arvada West High School is working to bring it into the light - possibly with a state championship. (Photo taken by Madeus Frandina)
Girls wrestling starts with roar
New students, new take on high school sports
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Boys volleyball has been in the shadows for a long time, but Arvada West High School is working to bring it into the light - possibly with a state championship. (Photo taken by Madeus Frandina)
Boys volleyball and what it means to the players
Madeus Frandina, Feature Editor • May 6, 2024

According to a survey conducted by The National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS), “There were 24 states with 2,472 schools that had a boys volleyball...

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Girls wrestling starts with roar
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New students, new take on high school sports
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The juniors varsity girls flag football team scrimmages during practice.
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Lexi Maes
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Alexis "Lexi" Maes is a freshman and this is her first year on staff. she loves sports, writing, and drawing and is looking forward to writing stories about things she is passionate about.

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Chloe Rios is a junior this year, and it is her second year on staff. In her free time, she loves to paint, listen to a lot of Taylor Swift, and spend time with her friends. She is a part of A-West's Theatre...

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Community Resource Liaison Joann Barkhuff has a deep and long history with the ocean and marine life. Photo courtesy of Barkhuff
Making her own splash, Community Resource Liaison Joann Barkhuff's work in marine conservation and ecotourism
Chloe Rios, Editor • May 17, 2024

  In fifth grade, Arvada West High School Community Resource Liaison Joann Barkhuff, took a trip to San Diego with a program called Seacamp, to go on a week-long whale-watching...

Michael Villanueva in one of his favorite places - the beach. (Photo provided by Michael Villanueva)
From League of Legends to Colorado Rapids soccer: the sports (and everything else) that define Michael Villanueva
May 6, 2024
Boys volleyball has been in the shadows for a long time, but Arvada West High School is working to bring it into the light - possibly with a state championship. (Photo taken by Madeus Frandina)
Boys volleyball and what it means to the players
May 6, 2024
Struggles, success of opening a business
Struggles, success of opening a business
April 23, 2024
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