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According to fellow English teacher Jamie Culen, Steve Aiello "always got involved with spirit week." (Photo courtesy of Steve Aiello)

Humans of WEGO: ‘Mystery’ man brings engagement to classroom

By Jayden Lang and Leslie Fireman May 22, 2024

Special thanks to Ja'Nyah Villa for her assistance with this article. There are few teachers at West Chicago Community High School shrouded in as much mystery as Steve Aiello. "Mr. Aiello is mysterious...

English teacher Alexandra Schwartz works with a student in her ninth period class during the 2023-24 school year.

Humans of WEGO: Pursuing her ‘wildest dreams’

By Yace Morejon, Reporter May 22, 2024

“Enchanted”. "Everything has Changed". "Willow”. All are among the favorites of Taylor Swift-obsessed teacher, Alexandra Schwarz. The English teacher quickly became recognized across WEGO for...

Junior Elina Velasco tears down the field during the annual powderpuff game earlier this year; Velasco is no stranger to competition, and is involved in three sports throughout the year.

Humans of WEGO: Born to compete

By Juliet Payton, Reporter May 22, 2024

E. One initial is all it takes to identify one of WEGO’s top offensive wingers. Her ability on the field is undeniable. Her coaches describe her as an “incredible asset to the team.”  Who...

There have been some notable trends in cell phone cases this year, including designs that veer toward a coquette aesthetic.

[PHOTO ESSAY] Trends that hit WCCHS’ hallways in 2023-24

By Juliet Payton, Reporter May 21, 2024

The EOS lip balm of 2014. The aluminum USA water bottle of 2015. And the glass nails of 2015. All trends have come and gone. Likewise, many trends have flown in and out during the 23-24 school year:...

The old Nickelodeon logo was on a cartoon foot, it has since been changed.

Downhearted documentary “Quiet on Set” shows sad allegations

By Mariah Varnado, Senior Reporter May 21, 2024

“Quiet on Set” is a new documentary speaking out on the grim side of kids’ TV; the production was released in mid-March of this year. You can stream it on Hulu, Prime, HBO Max and more. Dan...

CTE teachers Nancy Blume and Mia Worth attend Homecoming together in September 2023. (Photo courtesy of Nancy Blume)

Humans of WEGO: The mark of a great teacher

By Aidan Ostapa, Reporter May 21, 2024

From teaching her dolls to teaching actual students, Nancy Blume has left her mark in the world of education. Best known for helming the Consumer Ed classes, Blume has decided to step down and retire from...

Junior Robert Witek anticipates the next serve during the final home game of the season.

[PHOTO ESSAY] Ready…set…spike!

By Gabriella Castro, Senior Reporter May 20, 2024

As the school year ends, boys’ volleyball season followed with their final home game  - serving one last time. The cheers of hangry moms and tired dads echoed through the gym as size 10 shoes squeaked...

Sophomore Giselle Suarez practices her composition skills using a Nikon d5300.

[PHOTO ESSAY] The final 8: the last week (of the year) of journalism

By Jonathan Saucedo, Opinions Editor May 20, 2024

Journalism/JPro are two classes that - this year - mainly consisted of seniors due to it being an English elective for their 4-year English requirement, When the day of graduation comes, one might question...

The summer reading program kicks off in just two days; interested students should sign up using the form linked below.

Splashing into summer reading

By Julisa Munguia, Reporter May 20, 2024

West Chicago Community High School is hosting a summer reading program, starting May 22, for all students who decide to participate.  The summer reading program will go based on which students...

Cicadas are buzzing back

Cicadas are buzzing back

By Emily Ziajor, Multimedia Manager May 18, 2024

Emerging from the ground, once every 13 years and another every 17 years, is a cicada brood. A brood is essentially "A family of young animals produced at one hatching or birth". However, it's been at...

The Class of 2024 left a mark on West Chicago Community High School.

[MULTIMEDIA PACKAGE] Saying goodbye to the class of 2024

With more than 13 stories and two videos, no one can say that the Wildcat Chronicle has not done the Class of 2024 justice. From Senior Assassins to Senior Ditch Day, from prom to commencement, we have...

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