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Jessica Balmer shares a laugh with runner and friend Joselyn Figueroa, who graduated in 2024. (Photo courtesy of Jessica Balmer)

Humans of WEGO: Running down obstacles

By Gabriella Castro, Senior Reporter September 23, 2024

In a world dominated by technology and desensitized individuals, Jessica Balmer stands out as an honest, win-driven athlete. Jessica currently holds impressive records: 1600 meters - 5:41:59, 3200 meters...

The "Boo Crew" in the nurse's office celebrates Halloween in style. From left to right: Alex Zimmerman, Cathy Collins, and Banjolina Mendoza (Photo courtesy of Alex Zimmerman)

‘Nursing’ a return: WEGO welcomes back one of its own

By Dominic Wasserstrom, Reporter September 23, 2024

Alex Zimmermann returned to West Chicago Community High School as the new school nurse for her first full year this past August. Zimmermann, known as 'Nurse Alex' to the students, returned to West...

Karen Dorynek enjoys time with her family when not working at WEGO. (Photo courtesy of Karen Dorynek)

Special Ed aide Karen Dorynek champions disability awareness at WEGO

By Addison Jeffery, Reporter September 22, 2024

Karen Dorynek looks forward to continuing to raise disability awareness at WEGO after starting in September 2023. Dorynek, a West Chicago alum, initially began working in the Special Ed department because...

Celebrities have a wealth of disposable income, and are often inclined to spend it on flash vehicles. (Photo illustration created by Wildcat Chronicle Staff using image by Pixabay via Pexels)

Top 5 celebrity cars

By Logan Daniel, Reporter September 21, 2024

Bad Bunny has one. So do Tyler The Creator, Travis Scott, and even Logan Paul. These A-list celebrities are known for flaunting their success, but there's one thing they all love to show off more than...

News from West Chicago Community High School's superintendent. (Photo illustration created by Wildcat Chronicle Staff)

School safety concern shut down by local police, admin

By Ja'Nyah Villa, Editor-in-Training September 20, 2024

This morning, an email was released by West Chicago Community High School's new superintendent regarding an alleged threat via social media. In a joint decision, it has been determined by the West Chicago...

There are several new faces in PE this year, including Kari Rodgers, who joined WEGO at the start of the 2024-25 school year. (Photo courtesy of Brittney Walker)

New teacher Kari Rogers finds passion in dance

By Brayden Alderton, Reporter September 19, 2024

The PE department welcomed a new teacher, Kari Rogers, in early August: she is ready and looking forward to “strengthening” the department. Straight out of college, Rogers worked an administrative...

Marisa Hollister, a 2017 graduate of Northern Illinois University and former teacher at Indian Knoll Elementary who is now looking to make WEGO her home. (Photo courtesy of Brittney Walker)

Marisa Hollister embraces role in special education

By Finn Gallagher, Reporter September 19, 2024

West Chicago Community High School's newest teacher has found her passion in teaching special education.  Marisa Hollister is a 2017 Northern Illinois University graduate. Before she came to District...

Senior Miranda Bucio holds up her hands to send her love to Beabadoobee before the artist ends her show.

Beabadoobe ‘took a bite’ out of Chicago this September

By Dex Vazquez, Reporter September 19, 2024

Beabadoobee performed to a packed crowd at the Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom, Sept. 17. Beabadoobe started her North American tour on September 8 and will conclude on December 3. She and her two openers,...

The presentation, which received a solid thumbs up, included information about NCC's admissions process and majors.

Students visit North Central

By Adrian Sanchez, Reporter September 18, 2024

Approximately 120 West Chicago High Community School students from the AVID program took a field trip to North Central College in Naperville on Sept. 17 to learn about the campus and what it can offer...

Junior Julia Koput swiftly returns the tennis ball to the opponent's side of the court during the meet against Bartlett on Sept. 16.

Wildcats fall short in close match against Bartlett but show promise for season

By Ana Hurtado, Editor-in-Training September 17, 2024

The Wildcat girls’ tennis team narrowly lost to Bartlett High School on Friday, Sept. 16. The girls displayed a lot of talent and played with heart, they lost to Bartlett by one point. Despite...

Members of WCCHS' dance team wear leis on Beach Day earlier this football season. Beach Day is a popular theme, not just at West Chicago Community High School, but across the nation.

[OPINION] Stuck in the past

By Mariah Varnado, Senior Reporter September 17, 2024

Senior Reporter Mariah Varnado is a two-year member of the Wildcat Chronicle who frequently writes opinion pieces. The views expressed in this piece are her own. Neon. Beach Day. White Lies.  These...

Cristina Espino has a wealth of experience behind her, with skills in cosmetology and auto sciences. Now, she is bringing her skill to the classroom in the special education department at West Chicago Community High School. (Photo courtesy of Cristina Espino)

WEGO alumna Cristina Espino returns as special ed assistant and Alegria volunteer

By Alex Rocha, Reporter September 16, 2024

WEGO alumni Cristina Espino returns as both a club volunteer and special education teacher’s assistant for the 2024/2025 school year.  Espino is a recent (2022) graduate from West Chicago Community...

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