West Side Story is the school newspaper for Iowa City West High School.
Iowa City, IA
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Every day, people experience countless different emotions, but many don’t realize how much of an effect these feelings can have on their bodies. The first episode of ‘Inside Our Emotions’ includes a dive on how we find happy emotions.
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Through food, clothing, classes and community, Open Heartland works to create a place where immigrants and refugee families can find support and belonging in Iowa City.
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Show choirs from Liberty, City and West High previewed their programs at West’s Arganbright Auditorium Oct. 26. Click the link to read more.
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Millions of Americans have been affected by wildfires over the past decade, suffering from pollution. Change must be enacted now. Click the link to read more.
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As GLP-1 medications gain cosmetic popularity, questions about their effectiveness and risks shape the conversation around metabolic health. Click the link to read more.
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INSIGHT is a new program focused on bridging the water crisis to public health for Iowans. Read more about this and watch a video interview with water scientist Dr. David Cwiertny here: wsspaper.com/117304/feature/…
Audrey Small ’28 and Izzie McDonald ’28 were both recruited to universities on a full ride scholarship this summer. Click the link to read more!
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College Board added a new AP class, AP Business with Personal Finance, to expand their Career Kickstart AP courses. Click this link to read more!
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Read this profile about the new Choir Director at West High, Emma Gostonczik. She previously student taught under the direction of Dr. David Haas in 2020 and West is happy to have her back here; only this time she's directing. wsspaper.com/117480/feature/…
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Trojan Epic was named a 2026 Yearbook of the Year, while West Side Story earned All-Iowa News Team of the Year honors at the Iowa High School Press Association’s state journalism conference Oct. 22.
How developments in the 21st century have changed Film Culture forever. Click link to read more!
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As part of the ICCSD’s debt management measures, West High is reducing staff numbers through attrition, leading to rising class sizes in some departments.
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Nestled on the corner of Linn and Market Streets, Bread Worthy is a hidden gem connecting the downtown community through flavor. Click the link to learn more!
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After moving from São Paulo, Brazil to Iowa as an exchange student, Lara Beltrami ’27 is finding new ways to pursue her passions for musical theater and modeling while embracing the new experiences and culture at West High. Click the link to learn more!
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Created just two years ago, IOWinds is a fast-growing and successful nonprofit determined to help young musicians in Iowa. Click the link to read more.
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The Coralville Community Food Pantry helps support around 500 families weekly with healthy, nutritious food. The small staff of seven wouldn’t be able to make this possible without the help of volunteers. Click the link to read more.
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Known as the queen of country, a fashion icon and a legend in pop culture, singer-songwriter Dolly Parton has had a huge influence on the public eye. But Parton wanted to be remembered for something other than just her stardom. Click the link to read more.
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The Coralville Public Library teen summer reading program is an event for teens, run by teens, with new activities every week over June and July. Starting over 30 years ago, it took time for the program to grow to the size it is today. Read more: wsspaper.com/116740/feature/…
This season, West High's speech and debate program seeks to bring in new members in the midst of recent struggles with funding and membership.
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Returning for its 15th year, Iowa City celebrated its annual Latino festival Sept. 19. From food to performances, the community celebrated Latin American culture.
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