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Meet Me in a Minute: Teddy Khnanisho
Imagine walking through an unfamiliar hallway seeing tons of new faces every direction you look. Imagine peering down at your schedule frantically looking for your biology classroom; frantically...
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Chess Team Makes the Right Moves at State
Niles West’s chess team placed 60th out of 146 teams at the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) state chess tournament in the Peoria Civic Center on Friday, Feb. 12 and Saturday, Feb. 13. As a...
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On the Flip Side: Captain Ahab and the Great White Prom Dress
I thought I was going to have to change my name to Captain Ahab. Deadly were the waters in which my journey began: a David’s Bridal that overflowed with panicked teenagers and their over-invested moms....
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Marvin Maldonado: Heart Over Height
Growing up, senior Marvin Maldonado was always one who turned heads. Whether it was his coaches, teammates, or opponents, he was recognized; however, not always positively. Being the smallest of the...
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Christos Tountas: Chasing The Dream
Growing up with two brothers who played for the Greek National baseball team and made it all the way to the pro draft has put senior Christos Tountas in a position with high expectations. Learning to...
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Episode 16: Swimmer Cam Lee goes off to State
This week, Kaylee Robinson sat down with senior Cam Lee to discuss his success and dedication to the swim team. This will be Cam Lee’s third time quantifying for the state swim meet.
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How Journalism Changed Me — For the Better
I spent four 80-degree summer days inside a freezing air conditioned classroom being challenged to become better. To become a better journalist. To dig deeper into a story told through video and find...
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Student Government to Host Cookies and Cocoa Event
The Niles West student government will be hosting a “Cookies and Cocoa” event in the Student Commons Tuesday, March 1, 2016 at 7:30. This event is to help involve the student body and get ideas for...
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Meet Me in a Minute: Alexandra Vraja
Twirling around and belting out all around the stage, sophomore Alexandra Vraja has come to realize dancing and singing are things she loves. She started both at a young age because her mom decided to...
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PARCC Testing to Take Place
PARCC testing will be held this year on March 15 and March 17. All students enrolled in Algebra I will test on Mach 15, and testing for ELA will be held on March 17. This year, Niles West is making the...
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You’re Never Too Young to Fall in Love
I’m 17, and I’m falling in love. I used to think that high school relationships were a joke. “How does someone ‘fall in love’ at such a young age?” Thinking about it made me laugh. “They don’t,” I...
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The 88th Annual Academy Awards: Leo (finally) Wins!
Jennifer Lawrence did not trip, the Minions presented an award, and Leonardo DiCaprio finally won after six nominations; this year’s Oscars were something out of “The Twilight Zone“. Amidst the...
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Three Reasons to Listen to Hamilton the Musical
Chances are, you’ve probably already heard about this. “Hamilton the Musical” is all the rage as of late, stirring conversation in the humanities department and playing in the cars of the most unlikely...
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West Remembers Amanda Vlamakis
When you ask friends and former teachers what they remember about senior Amanda Vlamakis, they talk about her genuine smile, drive to challenge herself, outgoing personality, and overall enthusiasm....
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Orchesis Presents “Amplified”
Orchesis dance company will be hosting their annual recital, “Amplified” in the Robert L. Johnson auditorium March 3, 2016 at 10 a.m. and 7:30 p.m., and March 4 and 5 at 6:30 p.m. Tickets will be sold...
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Super Tuesday Results
Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton confirmed their positions as front-runners for their party’s nomination with sweeping victories on Super Tuesday, March 1. Super Tuesday is the day when 13 states...
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Art Show to be Held at the Skokie Public Library
Niles West and Niles North High School students have come together to present an art show honoring the art work of many of their own. Each school has submitted 50 framed pieces along with 20-30 ceramic...
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Laura Younan: There’s No Running From Crohn’s Disease
Up until early in senior Laura Younan’s sophomore year at Niles West High School, she was living the typical life of a high school girl. She had a great friend group, fell in love with a sport, and got...
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2016 Boys Water Polo Preview
After having a very competitive season last year, the boys varsity Water Polo is an aggressive team with a schedule you’ll want to circle on your calendar. Head coach John Przekota said, “Last year...
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Freshman Friday: Gina Kostovetsky
There are two types of people in this world: those who enjoy math and those who don’t. Freshman Gina Kostovetsky is one who enjoys math. In fact, while most freshman are taking regular or advanced...
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