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The student news site of Arvada West High School

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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

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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? • 1020 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” • 661 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 • 456 Views

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Christopher’s interests range from student council to tennis and basketball. (Photo courtesy of Colin Christopher)

Colin Christopher: Athlete, student, friend, leader • 409 Views

Features
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.
Madeus Frandina, Editor • March 8, 2024

Research in an article published by Forbes in 2021 shows that 13% of the population of the United States...

Solving conflict with restorative justice
Solving conflict with restorative justice
March 4, 2024
Senior Rhiannon Danborn has had a vast involvement in the A-West and local community. Photo Courtesy of Danborn
Senior Rhiannon Danborn's three A's : activist, artist, athlete
March 4, 2024
More than a name change: Outreach Week replaces Wish Week
March 1, 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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Girls wrestling starts with roar
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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
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Girls wrestling starts with roar
Girls wrestling starts with roar
Cate Kennedy, Reporter • January 31, 2024

This year Arvada West, who previously has had a very successful boys wrestling program, has decided to add a girls program as well. This will give more opportunities to female...

New students, new take on high school sports
New students, new take on high school sports
January 12, 2024
The juniors varsity girls flag football team scrimmages during practice.
The triumphs, challenges, future of Arvada West girls flag football
September 5, 2023
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
April 29, 2023
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Zane Stehwein is a Freshman and this is his first year on the journalism staff. He loves Football, and likes to fish. He's excited to be on the staff for his first year and is looking forward to being...

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Elly Alcantar
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Ellyianna Alcantar is a freshman at Arvada West and this is their first year on staff. She enjoys listening to music, car rides, reading, writing and hanging out with his cousins. She's introverted and...

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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...

Locks, lights lockdown drills
Locks, lights lockdown drills
April 22, 2024
Photo used with permission granted by Kate T. Parker.
The over-sexualization of youth - why people should be concerned
April 22, 2024
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
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