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Senior (now WEGO graduate) Phoenix Passini, aka Phoenix Axel, plays guitar. (Photo courtesy of Phoenix Passini)

From Hannah Montana to Phoenix Axel

By Nancy Sanchez, Senior Reporter

May 19, 2023

Zeman creates one of his favorite dishes in his kitchen at home. (Photo courtesy of Joe Zeman)

Making history class fun day by day: Joseph Zeman

By Sebastian Sanchez and Sasha Baumgartner

May 5, 2023

Physical Education teacher Mary Kate Dieter takes in some of the tourist sites over summer break. (Photo courtesy of Mary Kate Dieter)

The caring woman with two first names and no middle name

By Sasha Baumgartner , Editor-in-Chief

February 28, 2023

Coach Dan Johnson, surrounded by members of the swim team, circa the mid-1990s. (Photo courtesy of Len Penkala)

Humans of WEGO: remembering Deej’s legacy

By Leslie Fireman, Chronicle Advisor

February 25, 2023

Lucia walks from her class on the third floor at West Chicago Community High School.

Behind every student at WEGO, there is a story:

By Sasha Baumgartner, Editor-in-Chief

January 27, 2023

The Wolfe family outside of Fenway Park in Boston. Marc Wolfe is an avid baseball fan. (Photo courtesy of Marc Wolfe)

Marc Wolfe: surviving and thriving as Activity Director at WEGO

By Carlos Allen, Senior Reporter

January 19, 2023

West Chicago Community High School teachers Lauren Stewart (left) and Brittany Nelson (right) with their children.

WEGO’s newest Division Head seeks to serve as a support for others

May 28, 2022

Teacher Alexandra Wojciechowski (far left) posing for a group photo with the 2012 WCCHS orchestra.

Understanding the life of WEGO’s inspiring orchestra teacher

By Asa Kuharich, Reporter

May 28, 2022

Junior Milan Christian, an avid traveler, sits on the edge of the Grand Canyon.

Milan Christian: a journey through faith and cancer

By Karidja Monjolo, Managing Editor

May 28, 2022

Michelle Slezak pictured with her husband Nick, baby Cameron, and dog, Kaya.

FACS teacher touches students’ hearts and souls when she steps into the classroom

By D'Marcus Marin , Reporter

May 26, 2022

Senior Jared Diaz with his cross country teammates in the fall.

Jared Diaz: a pretty interesting guy

By Alex Carranza, Reporter

May 25, 2022

World Languages teacher Arabia Patino celebrates her graduation from North Central College.

Teacher finds a home at WEGO, but loves to travel the world

By Cristina Soto, Reporter

May 25, 2022

Junior Jack Riconosciuto sitting with his younger brother, Nick, and his father.

Jack Riconosciuto brightens the mood with passion and care

By Daniel Kuriakose , Reporter

May 25, 2022

Ferreiro’s mom, dad, and brother at her college graduation. (Photo courtesy of Brianne Ferriero)

Teaching is a science Ferreiro never hypothesized as a child, but she could not be happier

By Sydney Radke , Reporter

May 23, 2022

Abdishi snowboards in Wisconsin, an activity she typically does about 4 times a year.

Brittany Abdishi: a coach with many future adventures

By Julissa Munoz, Reporter

May 19, 2022

Wonderful wrestler and overall athlete: Larsen Gallian

Wonderful wrestler and overall athlete: Larsen Gallian

By Alyssa Amabile , Reporter

May 16, 2022

Students never fail to smile with teacher Angela Mullins

By Roberto Mendoza, Reporter

May 14, 2022

Senior Kyle Upham, center, with his siblings at a Las Vegas Golden Knights game.

Kyle Upham and the American Standard

By Zach Smith, Reporter

May 11, 2022

Licari with her fiancé in Door County (on the day of their engagement).

Outdoor enthusiast inspires a love of science in her students

By Jennifer Carvajal-Romero, Reporter

May 6, 2022

WEGO teacher Nick Kempski, playing guitar on his porch.

AVID’s Nick Kempski is more than a teacher

By Karina Lemus, Reporter

May 5, 2022

Junior Anna Lesny with her mom, Kristina, enjoying brunch during a vacation in Colorado.

Hard-working with a little bit of shopping: Anna Lesny

By Icza Huizar and Sasha Baumgartner

April 29, 2022

Renwick with her husband and two sons at the Chicago bean.

Following the dreams, 4500 miles from Switzerland

By Ida Soeholm Bertram , Reporter

April 27, 2022

Emily with her beloved dog Bonbon.

Culinary genius and Marvel fanatic: Emily Garcia

By Alondra Romero , Reporter

April 22, 2022

Junior Bella Wiehle pictured with her best friend, junior Ema Tomasevic.

Art is not a thing it is a way: Bella Wiehle

By Sasha Baumgartner , Editor-in-Chief

April 20, 2022

WCCHS social worker Jeff Anderson with his parents on graduation day.

5, 6, 7, 8: social worker by day, dancer by night

By Brittany Saenz, Reporter

March 17, 2022

Kalani has lived in numerous countries throughout the years, ranging from Iran to Austria.

The aspirations of future medical lawyer Aileen Kalani

By Kaylee Ahuatzi, Reporter

February 2, 2022

Humans of Wego: William Antonio at school with a good friend.

Enthusiastic musician: William Antonio

By Ryan Pencek, Reporter

January 24, 2022

The Wing brothers get dubs in soccer and in life

By Tim Sigidin, Reporter

December 21, 2021

Brigid Clark joins other teachers at WEGO for a photo in the hallway.

Brigid Clark: not-so new kid on the block

By Carlos Espinoza, Reporter

December 21, 2021

Anime admirer speaks of his favorite pastimes

By Anthony Barrera, Reporter

December 14, 2021

From t-ball to D1 softball: Brianna Pechman commits to NIU

By Emily Heath, Reporter

November 22, 2021

Bryan Robles: a guitarist in the making

By Jose Sanchez, Reporter

November 11, 2021

From inspired to inspiring: WEGO teacher shares his passion with students

By Sasha Baumgartner, Editor-in-Chief

November 8, 2021

Looking Camp right in the eye

By Gloria Gonzalez, Reporter

November 1, 2021

Adrian Porcayo is a familiar fixture at WEGO, and a popular coach.

Coach is never tardy when it comes to motivating students

By Chuck Baumgartner, Editor

October 25, 2021

WEGO alumna inspires students

By Philip Calabrese, Reporter

October 25, 2021

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