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Wildcat Chronicle

The student news site of West Chicago Community High School

Wildcat Chronicle

The student news site of West Chicago Community High School

Wildcat Chronicle

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WeGo Global sold Blow Pops to raise money for the victims of the California wildfires, ultimately sending $450 to Direct Relief.
Blow Pop fundraiser supports California wildfire relief
WeGo Global, a student-led club at West Chicago Community High School, sprang into action to support victims of the devastating Los Angeles wildfires by organizing a Blow Pop fundraiser.
By Alina Procopio and Jacqueline Rivas Vivaldo February 19, 2025
This year's FCCLA regional team traveled to College of DuPage in Wheaton for the competition in early February.
FCCLA shines at regionals, gears up for state
By Gabriella Castro, Senior Reporter • February 14, 2025
A potential snowstorm in the Chicagoland area gives students their long anticipated e-learning day on Feb. 12, 2025.
E-learning day announced for Feb. 12
By Ja'Nyah Villa, Editor-in-Training • February 11, 2025
The school nurse, Cathy Collins, indicated that norovirus is highly contagious, and a serious concern this winter.
Norovirus spreads easily during winter months
By Damian Lopez, Senior Reporter • February 11, 2025
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5 children contributing to the activity planned by student teachers during the Wildcat Preschool program at West Chicago Community High School which helps improve their learning and readiness.
Wildcat Preschool kicks off spring session, fostering early learning and hands-on teaching
Meeting new friends and engaging in joyful learning experiences are at the heart of Wildcat Preschool, where children develop essential skills through play and structured activities.
By Alexa Cruz, Reporter • February 20, 2025
WCCHS journalism adviser Leslie Fireman examines a locker in which the lock has been placed on backwards while looking for possible news topics with her students in January 2025.
Locked in or left behind: Is life really better with a combination?
While lockers have been a staple of high schools for decades, their relevance is now in question as many students opt to carry their belongings instead.
By Alex Hoffman and Jocelyn Ruiz February 19, 2025
Expressing appreciation for friends and loved ones is essential, but particularly around Valentine's Day.
Valentine’s Day: the importance of asking
Love is in the air. With Valentine’s Day around the corner, one important question arises among committed couples: isn’t being each other's Valentine implied?
By Ja'Nyah Villa, Editor-in-Training • February 14, 2025
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WTW WEGO?
wtw WEGO? Feb. 14, 2025
Senior captain Joseph Trigueros surveys the court while facing off against Wheaton during a home game at West Chicago Community High School in Dec. 2024. Trigueros, a three-year Varsity player, has been a key leader for the Wildcats this season.
Humans of WEGO: Driven by family, defined by basketball
By Tommy Murphy, Reporter • February 15, 2025
Junior Rowan Canabel-Ferris pours ingredients into the funnel at Feed My Starving Children as part of the EPIC event organized by Mark Poulterer. Canabel-Ferris attended with Creative Writing Club.
[SLIDESHOW] One EPIC event
February 12, 2025
The senior girls prepare for their last home match of the season on Jan. 29.
[PHOTO GALLERY] Final takedown: Wrestling Senior Night
By Miley Pegg, Content Specialist • February 3, 2025
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DELIGHTFULLY DELUSIONAL
CURRENT PLAYLIST
With the support of her bases, junior Julianna Reid balances on one leg during the Homecoming pep assembly in Oct. 2024.
[OPINION] Cheerleading: More than just cheers and pom-poms
By Mariah Varnado, Senior Reporter • February 17, 2025
Trader Joe's Chocolate Lava Cakes offer a volcanic ganache explosion
Trader Joe’s Chocolate Lava Cakes offer a volcanic ganache explosion
By Emily Barrera, Emyreth Barrera, and Finn Gallagher February 6, 2025
SZA is an internationally-recognized artist whose music resonates with people because it is soulful and soothing. (Photo illustration created by Wildcat Chronicle Staff using royalty-free images by Erin Cazes via Wikimedia Commons and Olena via Pixabay)
Top 5 SZA songs of all time
By Ana Hurtado, Editor-in-Training • February 18, 2025
UPCOMING SPORTS
WCCHS
Glenbard North Invite
Mar 7 /4:30 PM / BOYS' TRACK and FIELD - VARSITY
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Glenbard North Invite
Mar 7 /4:30 PM / BOYS' TRACK and FIELD - FROSH/SOPH
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Addison Trail
Mar 8 /8:30 AM / GIRLS' TRACK-AND-FIELD - VARSITY
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Addison Trail
Mar 8 /8:30 AM / GIRLS' TRACK-AND-FIELD - JV
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Downers Grove So. Mustang Relays
Mar 10 /6:30 PM / BOYS' TRACK and FIELD - VARSITY
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