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The student news site of West Chicago Community High School

Wildcat Chronicle

The student news site of West Chicago Community High School

Wildcat Chronicle

Starting pitcher Tyler Heath looking for the sign from the Catcher

West Chicago completes comeback to sweep Streamwood

By Carlos Allen, Senior Reporter April 17, 2024

The West Chicago Wildcats Varsity baseball team was back in action on April 17 after Monday's thrilling extra-innings win. In the first game of the series, the Wildcats fought through a lot of adversity,...

Senior Morelia Mendoza delivered a fan-favorite Ignite! speech on Leaves, complete with survey data.

Igniting the English classroom

By Sasha Baumgartner, Editor-in-Chief April 17, 2024

For the purpose of igniting one another, Enriched World Literature students presented timed speeches - their final exams - on April 17. Ignite! is a brand, similar to that of a TED Talk. In an Ignite!...

The White House, home to the President of the United States. (Courtesy of CC0 via rawpixel)

[OPINION] Politicians getting too old

By Eshan Amir, Senior Reporter April 17, 2024

Senior Reporter Eshan Amir is a one-year member of the Wildcat Chronicle who occasionally writes opinion pieces. The views expressed in this piece are his own. This November, tens of millions of Americans...

Brady Johnson received a Certificate of Recognition for his outstanding swimming legacy at WCCHS.

Brady Johnson days declared during April 16 Board of Education meeting, among other news

By Dhanveer Gill, Managing Editor April 16, 2024

The Board of Education held its monthly meeting in the Community Room on the evening of Apr. 16 at 7:00 p.m., where numerous awards were presented to students following an incredibly successful month at...

Sleeping Beauty. Belle. Tiana. Merida. There are 13 characters in the Disney Princess lineup, but some may have more merits than others. (Photo illustration created by Wildcat Chronicle Staff using images by harryHermoine and serginion via Pixabay)

Top 5 Disney princesses that reign supreme

By Alyssa Apostoli, Reporter April 16, 2024

In 1937, Walt Disney released “Snow White”, the first-ever Disney “Princess Movie”. Now in 2024, there are officially 13 other princesses competing for popularity. People are divided about their...

Starting pitcher Brandon R. Heath delivering a pitch in the bottom of the third inning

Wildcats win in dramatic style in a match up against Streamwood.

By Carlos Allen, Senior Reporter April 15, 2024

On Wednesday, April 15, the West Chicago Wildcats take on the Streamwood Sabers, who are leading the Upstate Eight with a 4-0 conference record. The Wildcats are coming off a series win against Glenbard...

Jolly rancher lollipops come in four different flavors: green apple, watermelon, cherry and pink lemonade.

The not so jolly Jolly Rancher lollipops

By Osmar Vilchiz, Marcos Marcos-Minor, and Giselle Suarez April 15, 2024

On a chilly day in late October a hand dumps a fist full of candy into a pumpkin bowl - one sticks out with its bright red and flashing orange striped packaging. The  Jolly Rancher lollipop was...

The Varsity girls soccer team huddles during a time out, strategizing their next move.

Wildcats come up short against Batavia

By Ryan Zalak, Sports Editor April 14, 2024

The Batavia Bulldogs narrowly escaped the Wildcats soccer team 2-1 on Saturday, April 13. Kickoff took place at 2:08 p.m. on Memorial Field; the Batavia Bulldogs started with the ball. Although...

The pink petunias are flourishing in the greenhouse as spring arrives.

Horticulture springs into the new season

By Nancy Sanchez, Multimedia Content Creator April 14, 2024

Vegetables, flowers, succulents and more are thriving in the greenhouse thanks to the Horticulture classes green thumbs throughout the semester. The Horticulture class is taught by science teacher Corrie...

The Wildcat baseball team waiting for the field to dry up to start the game

Wildcats tie series; to be continued

By Carlos Allen, Senior Reporter April 13, 2024

The Wildcats got set to play the second game of their two-game series against Glenbard South High School on Friday, April 12. In Wednesday's first game of the series, the Wildcats shut the Raiders out...

Plain black coffee? Not when there are so many refreshing and interesting drinks to choose from at Dunkin Donuts. (Photo illustration created by Wildcat Chronicle Staff using royalty-free image by Ab kazaam via Pexels.com)

Top 5 Dunkin drinks

By Daniela Perez, Reporter April 13, 2024

You walk into the irresistible aroma of freshly brewed coffee, its rich and bold scent filling the air. Coffee has the power to awaken your senses and start your day with a bust of energy. So grab your...

Jamahal Hill being named UFC Champion at UFC 283 in Rio De Janeiro (Royalty Free Photo courtesy of delmiro@gmail.com via depositphotos)

UFC 300: Las Vegas predictions

By Sebastian Alarcon, Multimedia Content Creator April 12, 2024

It's been over eight years since UFC 200 was held back in July of 2016, but now the UFC holds a new milestone with the upcoming UFC 300 coming April 13 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. With 12 active...

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