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Second semester marks return to traditional final exam policy

By Jose Lopez, Reporter • March 8, 2022

The school changes its final exam policy for second semester in an effort to return to traditional assessments.

Preschool program returns after being modified

By Icza Huizar and Chuck Baumgartner • March 1, 2022

WEGO Preschool is back and better then ever. Read about the changes made due to the pandemic.

Changes to the COVID guidelines at WEGO prompt confusion, discussion

By Sophia Johnson, Julissa Munoz, and Sydney Radke • February 21, 2022

COVID-19 guideline changes find their way to West Chicago Community High School after judge rules against mask mandate, stirring up conversations about masking, vaccinations, and other policies.

WEGO remains masked as other schools drop policy in light of legal battle

By Karidja Monjolo, Managing Editor • February 10, 2022

As some schools drop their mask mandates in light of a Sangamon judge's ruling last week, WEGO remains masked.

Reaching for the stars: Robert Washington, Jr. named National Recognition Program Scholar

By Sophia Johnson, Reporter • February 7, 2022

Robert Washington, Jr. was recently recognized as a College Board Recognition Program Scholar.

Eighty-two students recognized for commitment to school, community, and classroom

By D'Marcus Marin and Chuck Baumgartner • February 3, 2022

Breakfast of Champions is a high honor, at this breakfast staff members recognize students for having a successful 1st semester.

Children have a word with Santa at National Honor Society event

By Carlos Espinoza and Kaylee Ahuatzi • December 14, 2021

On December 11, children from West Chicago and the surrounding communities were able to meet Santa Claus in the Commons of West Chicago Community High School at the Pancakes with Santa hosted by...

Four students selected for All-State production of Cabaret

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff, Reporter • December 4, 2021

West Chicago Community High School seniors Mikail Herrera, Vincent Lamantia, Elizabeth Ryan, and Jazmin Wilkins were selected - among hundreds of applicants - to participate in the All-State production...

Blended learning offers juniors choice next year

By Corey Brothers, Reporter • November 29, 2021

English teachers Mary Fremeau and Mark Begovich, along with Career and Tech Education teacher Nancy Blume, are looking forward to teaching and integrating students into the all-new blended learning approach...

Meetings held to discuss coming together as a school community

By Gloria Gonzalez, Reporter • November 22, 2021

Students and faculty at West Chicago Community High School are collaborating to figure out ways in which they can make the school an enjoyable place for everyone. Dr. Will Dwyer, principal of WEGO, spent...

Student Council brings back WeGo Spooky event for community

By Ryan Pencek, Reporter • November 16, 2021

On October 27, West Chicago Community High School’s Student Council, with the help of several other clubs and organizations, hosted a Halloween event for the local community called WeGo Spooky. The...

American Government simulation back in session at WEGO

By Anthony Barrera, Reporter • November 15, 2021

On November 15, American Government students at West Chicago Community High School partook in a simulated governmental committee hearing, and on December 6, they will start a mock House of Representatives...

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