Ariana Alcantar – Wildcat Chronicle

Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief

This is Ariana’s third year on the paper. She is a senior and an ambassador for the school. She is also president of the dance team “Alegria,” a member of the WeGo Global executive board, a ROAR mentor, and part of the Foreign Language Honor Society. She also enjoys spending time with her family, volunteering at her church and throughout the community.

All content by Ariana Alcantar

[Photo] After many contributions to the school, superintendent says goodbye

By Leslie Najera-Rivas, Editor in Chief
May 23, 2019

LifeSmarts team place 3rd at national competition

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
May 1, 2019

Time capsule saves memories to be opened in 2050

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
April 30, 2019

Spare change to help climate change refugees

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
April 30, 2019

Students celebrate Rainbow Week hunting Easter eggs

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
April 21, 2019

[Photo] French exchange students enjoy last minutes in Chicago

By Isabela Casimiro, Perspectives Editor
April 17, 2019

Athletic director calls timeout, retires after 11 years

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
April 16, 2019

‘All aboard’ for prom

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
April 3, 2019

Activities so you can enjoy spring break from home

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
March 21, 2019

WeGo Boutique offers free prom outfits

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
March 11, 2019

Baseball informational meeting

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
February 19, 2019

AP exam registration now open

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
February 19, 2019

Senior carries on family tradition in military

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
February 11, 2019

Tradition helps fight against starving children

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
February 7, 2019

School announces late start for Wednesday

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
February 5, 2019

Local last minute Valentine’s Day gifts

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
February 4, 2019

‘Little changes’ to stick to New Year’s resolutions

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
January 30, 2019

Senior moves on from classrooms to battlefields

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
January 22, 2019

[Photo] A sweet treat from the coffee shop during finals week

By Leslie Najera-Rivas, Editor in Chief
December 13, 2018

Tips to survive finals week

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
December 11, 2018

Dance production to break hearts at annual showcase

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
December 5, 2018

Athletes earn Athlete of the Fall Season award

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
November 29, 2018

Annual turkey suit fundraiser is on

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
November 19, 2018

JEA/NSPA Chicago 2018

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
November 12, 2018

‘Spooky Fest’ recap

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
November 8, 2018

[Photo] Local artists to present ‘Family Renwick Grand Finale’ art show at Gallery 200

By Leslie Najera-Rivas, Editor in Chief
November 6, 2018

[Photo] Halloween festivities around the corner

October 26, 2018

CBS reporter gives journalism students tips

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
October 26, 2018

Senior athlete enjoys running lifestyle

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
October 19, 2018

CBS highlights government classes for national story

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
October 18, 2018

Women’s Leadership Club celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with a treat sale

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
October 9, 2018

Hard work pays off as Chronicle achieves a silver rating from CSPA

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
October 8, 2018

Golfers head to sectionals Monday

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
October 5, 2018

[Photo] WeGo Global focuses on 7 Elements to help the world

By Leslie Najera-Rivas, Editor in Chief
October 3, 2018

[Photo] Democrats sweep ballot in mock election

By Isabela Casimiro, Perspectives Editor
September 25, 2018

New website helps students with college and career planning

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
September 19, 2018

‘Around the world’ recap

By Ariana Alcantar and Johana Fernandez
September 17, 2018

GSA plans homecoming week bake sale to bring club awareness

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
September 10, 2018

New football coach leads the way by having fun

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
August 30, 2018

School unites German students with West Chicago Sister Cities Club

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
August 29, 2018

The clock is set for WeGo Drama to perform in under 24 hours

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
May 18, 2018

Reporter earns blue ribbon award for covering potential strike

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
May 16, 2018

[Video] A thank you message to teachers from seniors

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
May 15, 2018

[Video] Teachers’ advice to seniors

By Leslie Najera-Rivas, Editor in Chief
May 14, 2018

Spring musical Rodgers and Hammerstein’s ‘Cinderella’ will empower women

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
May 3, 2018

Students and staff evacuated after a threat called into the school

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
May 2, 2018

Teachers will work at McDonald’s to make school greener

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
April 23, 2018

Prom brings back the Golden Era

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
April 16, 2018

Benefit competition unites clubs at Feed My Starving Children

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
April 2, 2018

[Photo] Never Again events brings successful results

By Mayeli Vivaldo, Editor in Chief
March 22, 2018

[Photo] WeGo Boutique opens Saturday for those looking for prom dress deals

By Mayeli Vivaldo, Editor in Chief
March 16, 2018

WeGo Drama offers 2 in 1 show to prepare for the Illinois High School Association competition

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
March 9, 2018

Kid’s TV shows themed entry wins cupcakes war

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
February 28, 2018

A year without a birthday

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
February 28, 2018

LRC offers blind date with books

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
February 26, 2018

Longtime union worker participates in Teachers’ Association march

By Isabela Casimiro, Perspectives Editor
February 15, 2018

The West Chicago Teachers’ Association members march to the district office Thursday to support their bargaining team at negotiations

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
February 15, 2018

Who do you love the most?

By Ariana Alcantar, Isabela Casimiro, and Leslie Najera-Rivas
February 13, 2018

Special education students’ business supports teachers with “Wego’s Worth It Milkshakes”

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
February 1, 2018

8th grade Open House

By Ariana Alcantar, Isabela Casimiro, and Leslie Najera-Rivas
January 24, 2018

Turnabout switches proposal roles

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
January 22, 2018

[Photo] Grade-ins help Teachers’ Association members express themselves

By Mayeli Vivaldo, Editor in Chief
December 20, 2017

For the first time WeGo Drama’s musical is chosen to perform at the Illinois High School Theatre Festival

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
December 19, 2017

Holidays in different cultures

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
December 19, 2017

The Holidays

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
December 18, 2017

[Photo] Preparing for finals is key to reducing stress

By Mayeli Vivaldo, Editor in Chief
December 11, 2017

Letter to my grandparents: thank you, but please forgive me

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
November 21, 2017

WHAT ARE YOU THANKFUL FOR?

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
November 20, 2017

Weekly Ink: Tattoos of the school

By Mayeli Vivaldo, Ariana Alcantar, and Grace Schumann
November 15, 2017

Senior athletes sign intent to play volleyball in college

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
November 9, 2017

Former Chronicle photographer published nationally

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
November 6, 2017

Tailgate themed contestant wins chili contest

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
October 23, 2017

Volley for the cure

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
October 11, 2017

Murder mystery dinner performance fights AIDS

By Ariana Alcantar, Editor in Chief
October 6, 2017

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