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The dunes of Venezuela were one of senior Gabi Marin's favorite places to visit during the summer months. (Photo courtesy of Gabriela Marin)

Humans of WEGO: A journey of dreams and challenges

By Sam Suarez, Reporter

November 19, 2024

Jennifer Culbertson visits with WEGO graduates (class of 2024) at Aurora University in the fall. (Photo courtesy of Jennifer Culbertson)

Humans of WEGO: A mentor avidly committed to inspiring students

By Ivon Garcia, Reporter

November 10, 2024

Senior Jesse Fuentes works in horticulture class to craft a bouquet during the spring semester of 2024.

Humans of WEGO: Talented florist blooms with self-made business

By Anjali Rai, Brayden Alderton, Dominic Wasserstrom, and Mariah Varnado

October 25, 2024

Ben Jurgonski contemplates his next movie while spending time at home with his dog. (Photo courtesy of Ben Jurgonski)

Humans of WEGO: From geography enthusiast to special education advocate

By Omar Sarmiento, Reporter

October 17, 2024

Junior Ava Bloniarz with her dog Bandit, whose name has connections to the band My Chemical Romance. (Photo courtesy of Ava Bloniarz)

Humans of WEGO: From haunted house to the WEGO stage

By Jesse Sanchez, Reporter

October 9, 2024

Chad Coleman is now a veteran teacher in the special education department, but before coming to WCCHS, he had a very different career path in mind. (Photo courtesy of Chad Coleman)

Humans of WEGO: From landscape architect to educator

By Qssam Alwan and Jonathan Saucedo

September 30, 2024

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

Junior Alina Baranska emigrated from Ukraine in the third grade; her family sought a better life and more opportunities in America. (Photo courtesy of Alina Baranska)

Humans of WEGO: Quiet girl with a loud story

By Aly Dusing, Editor-in-Training

September 12, 2024

Gracie Thibault has been modeling since she was a young child; now, the high school junior has her sights set on modeling abroad. (Photo courtesy of Gracie Thibault)

Humans of WEGO: model behavior

By Melanie Ballines, Reporter

September 4, 2024

Junior Carter Naranjo was moved up to the Varsity team as a sophomore, and his known for his great hand/eye coordination. (Photo courtesy of Mang Pi)

Humans of WEGO: Game changer

By Vincent Muci, Reporter

August 29, 2024

Davis Dore woke up early to enjoy the Senior Sunrise with his classmates on May 8.

Humans of WEGO: British teen takes on fencing and flight in high school

By Kristian Perez, Reporter

May 22, 2024

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

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

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

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

Senior Adeline Draper is now one of West Chicago Community High School's most celebrated athletes - an interesting feat, as she is homeschooled for all but physical education class. (Photo courtesy of Adeline Draper)

Humans of WEGO: Hurdling out of home

By Giselle Suarez, Reporter

May 17, 2024

Senior Rafa Herrera Mota celebrates Senior Night with West Chicago's baseball team and his family on May 14. / Rafa Herrera Mota, estudiante de último año, celebra la Noche de último año con el equipo de béisbol de West Chicago y su familia el 14 de mayo.

Humans of WEGO: Breaking barriers

By Drew Zeman, Senior Reporter

May 14, 2024

Senior Kylie Bosco takes in South Street in New York City, where she lived for numerous years before transferring to West Chicago Community High School. (Photo courtesy of Kylie Bosco)

Finding the ‘right stage’ at WEGO

By Mariah Varnado, Senior Reporter

May 14, 2024

Mike and Krystian Roldan walk onto the court together during the boys' basketball Senior Night game.

Humans of WEGO: In touch with his roots

By Alexa Morales, Features Editor

May 11, 2024

Leo prepares for his senior ignite speech about Kanye West.

Humans of WEGO: surviving and thriving

By Isaac Perez, Reporter

April 30, 2024

Brady Johnson is a state champion several times over, and now, the senior can claim that he is the only student to have official school days declared in his namesake.

Humans of WEGO: From the suburbs to D1

By Affaan Aleem, Reporter

April 18, 2024

Tara Deleon walks the room during her creative writing class, offering help as needed.

Humans of WEGO: The creativity in creative writing

By Tyler Buikema, Reporter

April 10, 2024

Senior Sophia Spinelli is a leader in Pep Club and National Honor Society, and a flyer on the cheer squad. (Photo courtesy of Sophia Spinelli)

Humans Of WEGO: Sophia Spinelli, a leader with her own “spin”

By Fernando Calvillo-Morales, Multimedia Content Creator

April 1, 2024

SPED teacher and swim coach Josh May joined the WEGO staff just a few years ago, and has already left an imprint: he is known for his fun attitude in the classroom and on the pool deck. (Photo illustration created by Wildcat Chronicle staff using an image courtesy of Josh May)

Humans of WEGO: Made to mentor

By Devin Larimer, Reporter

March 29, 2024

Senior Chris Vargas was named a Dell Scholarship recipient in March 2024, a first for a student from West Chicago Community High School. (Photo courtesy of Jennifer Culbertson)

Humans of WEGO: A leader of the future

By Josue Varela, Reporter

March 27, 2024

Friends Leonardo Carrillo and Erik Hernandez pose for a picture together

Humans of WEGO: Two freshmen entrepreneurs building their business, cut-by-cut

By Dania Cureno, Reporter

March 22, 2024

Senior Kyler Campbell practices on the tenor saxophone before the orchestra concert in December 2023. (Photo courtesy of Kyler Campbell)

Humans of WEGO: From kazoo to college auditions, Kyler Campbell’s crescendo of musical pursuits

By Adam Mackovic, Reporter

March 11, 2024

English turned AVID teacher Rich Kost is due to retire at the end of this year: he leaves behind a legacy that will be hard to fill. (Photo illustration created by Wildcat Chronicle Staff using an image provided by Rich Kost)

Humans of WEGO: The lifelong coach

By Fernando Calvillo-Morales, Multimedia Content Creator

March 6, 2024

Junior Judah McLean comes from a long line of athletes; here, he prepares for a cross country race in the fall. (Photo courtesy of Judah McLean)

Humans of WEGO: running through high school

By Lizbeth Padilla, Reporter

February 25, 2024

Senior Chris Montoya smiles while cutting a customer's hair.

Humans of WEGO: a cut above

By Chris Pena, Reporter

February 17, 2024

ESL teacher Mark Poulterer and WEGO alum Jared Winquist have traveled together in search of adventure. (Photo courtesy of Mark Poulterer)

Humans of WEGO: Mark Poulterer, the storyteller

By Brandon M. Heath and Sasha Baumgartner

February 1, 2024

Senior Owen Payton demonstrates his school spirit, posing with the wildcat during lunch. (Photo courtesy of Owen Payton)

Humans of WEGO: Owen Payton’s heart of gold

By Eric Deguzman, Reporter

January 19, 2024

Sophomore Thang Thang is well-known around WEGO for his humor. (Photo courtesy of Thang Thang).

Humans of WEGO: The funny, friendly musician, Thang Thang

By Brianna Romero, Reporter

January 11, 2024

Senior Oliver Kubik looks at his motorcycle while on a drive. (Photo courtesy of Oliver Kubik)

Humans of WEGO: Getting back on the road

By Eshan Amir, Senior Reporter

January 3, 2024

Sophomore Haylee Majer is awaiting her return to the field this coming spring, after an injury kept her sidelined for most of 2023. (Photo courtesy of Haylee Majer)

Humans of WEGO: Playing in the “Majer” league

By Sami Moesch, Senior Reporter

December 29, 2023

Ruiz poses with her fellow Student Resource Center teachers several years ago. She is now celebration her fifteenth year at WCCHS. (Photo courtesy of Blanca Ruiz)

Humans of WEGO: Finding one’s purpose

By Daniela Perez, Reporter

December 15, 2023

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