With a new environment, changes are bound to occur, and now, Alexa Cruz springs toward her passion for writing and journaling. As a freshman in high school, she made the life-changing decision to join the Wildcat Chronicle, which immediately piqued her interest. Although Alexa is not currently involved in extracurricular activities, she hopes to try out for the badminton team soon. On weekends, she enjoys spending time with her dog, Zeus, and binge-watching Netflix shows. Alexa’s ultimate goal is to pursue a career in neonatal nursing, which will require both specific degrees and hands-on experience.

Ronyiah Newcombe is a sophomore at WEGO and a two-year member of the Wildcat Chronicle. She is excited to improve her writing skills and learn new ways to tell stories, but in fairness, Ronyiah is already an award-winning journalist. In her free time, Ronyiah enjoys watching movies and listening to music. Her favorite films are “ATL” and “Annie” (starring Quvenzhané Wallis), and her go-to artists include Tupac, Jhené Aiko, and Brent Faiyaz. While she loves ’90s soulful music, she also has a passion for volleyball, playing right side for West Chicago’s volleyball program. On weekends, Ronyiah spends time with her family, often attending her little brother’s feeder basketball games, where her dad coaches. Looking ahead, she hopes to become a more confident writer and develop her social skills. Ronyiah is also passionate about real estate and interior design, fields she hopes to pursue in the future.