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Activity Director Marc Wolfe looks on as the spring pep assembly gets underway on May 1, 2025. "This has been a great school. I've worked with a ton of great people, interacted with and taught a lot of great students," Wolfe said.

Another beloved staff member at WEGO changes paths

By Ja’Nyah Villa, Editor-in-Training May 20, 2025

Students in the halls of West Chicago Community High School are on their toes, whispering rumors—many of which have recently proven true. With Principal Will Dwyer announcing his resignation in March...

WCCHS' chapter of National Honor Society poses outside the newly-named Door 22 for a yearbook photo just before the May 18 awards ceremony.

Honoring leadership, legacy, and service

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff May 18, 2025

The 2025 National Honor Society Awards and Senior Send-Off Ceremony at West Chicago Community High School recognized student achievement and leadership through a night of reflection, service awards, and...

Classroom tools like phone pocket charts may become more common as Illinois considers a statewide policy on in-class phone use.

Phoning trouble? Illinois bill could restrict phones in classrooms

By Jacqueline Rivas Vivaldo, Reporter May 17, 2025

Scrolling during lectures. Sneaking texts under desks. Watching TikToks between questions. Phones have become a major distraction in Illinois classrooms - and Governor JB Pritzker wants that to change. In...

The World Languages bathrooms will receive a facelift this summer, bringing them in line with other newly renovated restrooms.

Summer renovations coming to West Chicago Community High School

By Alina Procopio, Reporter May 16, 2025

West Chicago Community High School will undergo several updates and facility improvements this summer. The changes, discussed at a recent school board meeting, continue work that began last year. This...

A deer tick, captured on May 6, 2025, is roughly the size of a pinhead—only 1 to 2 millimeters in diameter. Despite their small size, ticks can cause significant harm.

Warmer weather brings rising tick risk

By Josh Ptak, Reporter May 11, 2025

Local West Chicago residents are experiencing the yearly spring tick outbreak. During springtime and throughout the warmer months, ticks are very common in the DuPage County area. These tiny insects are...

Outgoing principal Dr. Will Dwyer shakes hands with newly appointed principal Dr. Limaris Pueyo at West Chicago Community High School following the announcement of her appointment on May 6, 2025.

Pueyo named next principal of West Chicago Community High School

By Ruby Guerrero, Editor-in-Training May 6, 2025

Dr. Limaris Pueyo was officially named the next principal of West Chicago Community High School during a special school board meeting held May 6, 2025, in the school's Community Room. The meeting also...

Community members filled the room at West Chicago Community High School during the May 5, 2025, City Council meeting, which became increasingly tense as the evening progressed.

Swearing-in ceremony followed by tense first meeting, failed adjournments

By Ruby Guerrero, Editor-in-Training May 6, 2025

Newly elected officials were sworn in during a ceremony at West Chicago Community High School on May 5. Attendees included returning members of the City Council, newly elected aldermen, and newly elected...

Seniors Itzel Barrera, Yadira Vasquez, Christina Bahena, Andrea Garcia, and Fatima Ramirez attend Prom at the Museum of Science and Industry in May 2024. (Photo courtesy of Lifetouch)

Music, lights, and high expectations: Prom 2025 heads to Navy Pier

By Andrew Cortez, Reporter May 1, 2025

The atmosphere is expected to be electric, with music pulsating through the air and vibrant lights illuminating the dance floor. Students will move in sync with the rhythm, immersed in the excitement of...

Freshman Ronyiah Newcombe reads an article about President Donald Trump’s third-term comments during journalism class in April 2025.

Trump suggests third term: WEGO students share concerns

By Lesly Correa, Reporter April 30, 2025

President Donald Trump told  NBC News in March 2025 that he is considering seeking a third term in 2028, even though the Constitution currently limits presidents to two terms. The 22nd Amendment, ratified...

A novelty "Stinky Farts" spray, similar to those responsible for the recent disruptions at West Chicago Community High School. (Image created using ChatGPT AI)

Mystery fart spray disrupts West Chicago Community High School hallways

By Andrea Garcia, Reporter April 28, 2025

Editor’s Note: As outlined in the Wildcat Chronicle’s editorial policy, the identities of confidential sources are protected unless disclosure is required by law. The Chronicle identified and interviewed...

Senior Alex Hoffman glances at his phone while behind the wheel - a common distraction that police warn can lead to serious consequences.

West Chicago police take aim at distracted driving this April

By Josh Ptak, Reporter April 26, 2025

A growing number of traffic incidents involving teenage drivers has brought renewed attention to the dangers of distracted driving. With smartphones, in-car technology, and social media competing for young...

Starting April 8, DuPage County residents may text 911 in case of an emergency.

Text-to-911 now available in DuPage County

By Robert Lee, Reporter April 24, 2025

Residents in DuPage County can now text 911 during emergencies thanks to a new service launched on April 8. This initiative aims to assist individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, have speech disabilities,...

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