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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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[SLIDESHOW] Celebrating success: Honors Night in photos

[SLIDESHOW] Celebrating success: Honors Night in photos

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
May 19, 2025
WCCHS' chapter of National Honor Society poses outside the newly-named Door 22 for a yearbook photo just before the May 18 awards ceremony.

Honoring leadership, legacy, and service

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
May 18, 2025
As of recent years, many alleged influencers and or celebrities have been accused of engaging inappropriate behavior. Some being worse than others but the consequences haven’t been as dire as others, why?

[EDITORIAL] Celebrity exposure reveals hypocrisy

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
March 24, 2025
Some traditions are made to last - like peanut butter and jelly. Others, such as "vinegar Valentines" may not have staying power.

[Photo] Forgotten Valentine’s Day traditions: From love lotteries to vinegar Valentines

By Rocky Nicoski-Rios and Cris Correa
February 13, 2025
Band students at West Chicago Community High School thank Marissa Janiszewski for her dedication and expertise.

[Photo] Humans of WEGO: In tune with her passion

By Diana Mackintos, Reporter
February 7, 2025
At an earlier meet this season, the Wildcats took on the Elmwood Park Tigers at home in Bishop Gym.

Wildcats wrestlers shine at Marmion Cadet Classic

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
December 8, 2024
Eight Wildcat Chronicle reporters attended the National High School Journalism Convention in Philadelphia Nov. 7-10.

Reporters earn accolades in National Student Media Contest

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff, Reporter
November 11, 2024
The UEC championship meet on Oct. 26 proved the Wildcats' dominance in the pool: not only did they take first place, but they often found themselves racing each other.

West Chicago girls’ swim claims Upstate Eight title

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff, Reporter
October 28, 2024
Delegates at the Democratic National Convention hold up signs for "USA" as day one ramps up.

[EDITORIAL] Unprofessional and untrustworthy: The troubling conduct of Trump and Harris

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
October 10, 2024
Freshman Claire Simon swims fly during the prelims; she would go on to take second place at the Wildcat Championships in the 100-yard backstroke.

New coach, new chapter: Wildcat Championships make a splash at WCCHS amid Natatorium dedication

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
September 29, 2024
A plaque sits outside the Dan Johnson Natatorium and explains his impact on the program, and the wider world of swimming.

WCCHS honors legendary swim coach with pool dedication

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
September 28, 2024
Coaches are the driving force behind West Chicago Community High School's teams, and while they provide feedback to athletes, the opportunity to do the same is not always a given.

[EDITORIAL] Student athletes should be given opportunity to provide feedback on coaches

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff, Wildcat Chronicle Staff
September 26, 2024
Fireman with the award-winning Wildcat Chronicle team in April 2024, at the JEA National High School Journalism Convention in Kansas City. (Photo courtesy of Leslie Fireman)

West Chicago Community High School’s Leslie Fireman honored as JEA Rising Star

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
September 1, 2024
Teenagers are notorious for their poor eating habits and picky ways.

[EDITORIAL] Teenage picky eaters face hard choices in “picking” foods

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff, Wildcat Chronicle Staff
May 14, 2024
No more packets: the SAT switched to a digital format in 2024.

[EDITORIAL] Digitalizing the SAT was necessary

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
April 18, 2024
Powderpuff players face off during the annual Homecoming game - but why must flag football be relegated to once a year?

[EDITORIAL] Flag football should be on the roster, but is it really the best choice for women’s sports?

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
March 7, 2024
The Class of 2023 bid farewell to West Chicago Community High School in May. (Photo illustration created by Wildcat Chronicle Staff with royalty-free image from Leon Wu via Unsplash)

Class of 2024: next steps

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
February 13, 2024
The coquette aesthetic is all over social media, but there is a darker side to this trend. (Photo illustration created by Wildcat Chronicle Staff using an image by Moose via Pexels)

[EDITORIAL] The coquette trend infantilizes women

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
January 22, 2024
The FAFSA is the government-sponsored application for student aid, however, it has suffered some setbacks for the 2024-2025 launch.

[EDITORIAL] FAFSA’s launch leaves much to be desired out of a system that the government seems to care less about each passing day

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
January 7, 2024
It can be hard to get out of bed after a two-day weekend; although the alarm clock could ring later than usual on a Monday, some people do not have the luxury of sleeping in.

[EDITORIAL] WEGO should implement 4-school day week

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
December 13, 2023
The Rangers should take the World Series win, but if these playoffs have told fans anything, it is to expect the unexpected.

[Photo] Preview to never-before-seen World Series matchup

By Drew Zeman, Senior Reporter
October 27, 2023
Do people actually age out of trick-or-treating? (Photo illustration created using image courtesy of Polina Tankilevitch via Pexels)

[EDITORIAL] “Trick or treat, smell my feet, give me something sweet to eat”

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
October 31, 2023
Boys' soccer team players hold up the plaque they received from IHSA following their win over St. Charles. The team celebrated their victory at the home football game on Oct. 20.

Wildcats bring home regional championship

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
October 21, 2023
The Wildcat Chronicle Staff takes a stance on the act of book banning following Banned Books Week 2023, and Illinois' decision to stop censoring books.

[EDITORIAL] Banning books is First Amendment violation

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
October 20, 2023
Oct. 8-14: Sophomore Julia Koput is the youngest player on the Varsity tennis team, but that has not stopped her from achieving a 17-3 record this season. Most recently, she placed second in her flight in the UEC conference tournament last weekend, and helped the team place second overall in conference. As Coach Baker said, "With all but three of our players graduating this year WEGO tennis is lucky to have one of the rising stars in the UEC returning to help lead our team next year." (Photo illustration created by Wildcat Chronicle Staff using images taken by reporter Chris Pena and Lifetouch)

[Photo] ATHLETE OF THE WEEK 2023-24

September 17, 2023
The divisional series comes on the heels of last week's surprising wild card round.

[Photo] After shocking wild card round, divisional round begins

By Drew Zeman, Senior Reporter
October 7, 2023
Seniors Fatima Villafuerte, Elan Agha, Vanessa Duran, and Adrian Munoz show off their 2023 tassels. (Photo courtesy of Lifetouch)

Photo Gallery: Commencement 2023

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
May 18, 2023
Students work through scenarios during ALICE training in March 2023.

[EDITORIAL] Den is better off as a time for students to hibernate

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
May 18, 2023
Award recipients hold up "seal" cookies, specially made for the event by Cookies by OO's. (Photo courtesy of Brittney Walker)

Students recognized for biliteracy

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
May 6, 2023
Junior Dhanveer Gill displays his fifth place medal for editorial writing.

Dhanveer Gill awarded fifth place at IHSA state journalism competition

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
April 21, 2023
Dhanveer Gill receives first at journalism sectionals; moves to IHSA state competition next week

Dhanveer Gill receives first at journalism sectionals; moves to IHSA state competition next week

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
April 10, 2023
Opinions Editor Dhanveer Gill and reporters Michael Birdsell and Charlotte Boorsma won the blue ribbon for their editorial “Excessive Social Media Use: Dangerous for Teenagers”. Not pictured: News Editor Savannah Epperson.

Wildcat Chronicle awarded at Northern Illinois Scholastic Press Association conference

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
March 24, 2023
The Class of 2023 bid farewell to West Chicago Community High School in May. (Photo illustration created by Wildcat Chronicle Staff with royalty-free image from Leon Wu via Unsplash)

Class of 2023: next steps

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
March 22, 2023
Junior Brady Johnson looks to the state competition as he finishes out his third year on the swim team.

[Photo] Athlete Spotlight: Brady Johnson wants to make splash in record books at IHSA State

By Carlos Allen, Senior Reporter
February 16, 2023
WCCHS' Illinois State Scholars pose for a photo near Entrance B on Dec. 13.

WEGO Illinois State Scholars recognized for academic potential

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
December 27, 2022
Holiday movies are a staple around Christmas-time.

[Photo] Top 5 Christmas movies

By Vanessa Garcia and Fatima Villafuerte
December 13, 2022
The popular Netflix series on Jeffrey Dahmer's crimes is at the center of the Wildcat Chronicle's editorial.

[EDITORIAL] Jeffrey Dahmer is undeserving of current popularity

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
November 20, 2022

[Video] Vlog: JEA National Journalism Convention 2022

November 16, 2022
Social media use is a concern, as teenagers spend far too much time online.

[EDITORIAL] Excessive social media use: dangerous for teenagers

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
November 1, 2022
[EDITORIAL] Eliminating the swimming unit would be a splash

[EDITORIAL] Eliminating the swimming unit would be a splash

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
October 26, 2022
Numerous students at WEGO were awarded for their effort and performance in math this past year.

WEGO students awarded in mathematics

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
June 4, 2022
The 2022 WCCHS track and field seniors finished out their season in May.

Varsity track teams reach the end of their run

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
May 24, 2022
Sophomore Joselyn Figueroa is a multi-sport athlete and top student.

Athlete Spotlight: Joselyn Figueroa thankful for support from teammates, coaches

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
May 21, 2022
The Upstate Eight Conference Varsity softball champions: the West Chicago Wildcats.

Softball team wins conference championship, looks to upcoming Regionals

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
May 20, 2022
One of the bass caught by the team during the May 13 tournament at Bangs Lake.

Returning team is fishing for success

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
May 20, 2022
Class of 2022: Senior Quotes

Class of 2022: Senior Quotes

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
May 18, 2022
Freshman Sentia Irakoze, a talented singer, recently added acting to her list of credentials. (Photo illustration created by Wildcat Chronicle Staff using image from Sentia Irakoze)

Performer Spotlight: Sentia Irakoze is singing her way into the spotlight and sophomore year

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
May 16, 2022
Second semester journalism students celebrate the Chronicle's achievements on May 10.

Chronicle takes home high honors at NISPA’s annual conference

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
May 12, 2022
[EDITORIAL] Seniors needed to enjoy their youth and have more special opportunities

[EDITORIAL] Seniors needed to enjoy their youth and have more special opportunities

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
May 11, 2022
Junior Phoenix Passini is a talented musician who is preparing for the launch of their first EP.

Performer Spotlight: Phoenix Axel readies for launch of first EP

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
May 9, 2022
The Chronicle staff weighs in on the recycling - or lack thereof - at WCCHS.

[EDITORIAL] Recycling necessary at WCCHS, even if costly

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
May 7, 2022
Senior Carina Correa delivers her Ignite speech on "Why We Should Have Enjoyed Our Childhood When We Had the Chance".

Seniors deliver Ignite speeches as culminating project

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
May 6, 2022
Senior Bo Parker is a two-year member of the boys' volleyball team.

Athlete Spotlight: Bo Parker believes volleyball really can be fun and games

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
April 26, 2022
Freshman Michaela Miller is one of WEGO's most talented musicians.

Performer Spotlight: Michaela Miller is the musician to watch

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
April 25, 2022
An untitled work by freshman Angelina Garcia, entered in the mixed media category. (Photo courtesy of Megan Dulkinys)

WEGO artists take home awards at Upstate Eight Conference show

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
March 21, 2022
Jared being featured on an “Athlete Spotlight” article. How convenient!

[Photo] Athlete Spotlight: Jared Diaz does not run for fun?

By D’Marcus Marin and Chuck Baumgartner
March 1, 2022

[EDITORIAL] The pandemic is not over just because you say it is over

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
March 1, 2022

[Video] [EDITORIAL] Serve sweets to satisfy students

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
January 31, 2022
Mikail Herrera, Elizabeth Ryan, Jazmin Wilkins, and Vincent Lamantia have been selected to participate in the All-State production of Cabaret.

Four students selected for All-State production of Cabaret

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff, Reporter
December 4, 2021
Chronicle reporter Tim Sigidin washes his hands in one of the restrooms on campus.

[EDITORIAL] Security guards not needed in the restroom

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff
November 29, 2021
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