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The Student News Site of West Covina High School

WCHS Insight

The Student News Site of West Covina High School

WCHS Insight

A walkway with glowing lights set up near the Student Services Office. It was directed towards the showcase as people entered the school’s campus and served as a photo opportunity for attendees.
Rain or shine, West Co hosted 1609
Arianna Alvarado, Staff Writer • March 17, 2025
Group photos of the club’s annual Karaoke Night, which began in 2008.  Pictures of members and UNICEF’s past decorations and posters are hung up in advisor and math teacher Elizabeth Chu’s classroom.
UNICEF to host a Minion-themed karaoke night to “Sing to the Moon”
Angelina Shepherd, Staff Writer • March 13, 2025
Keyi Chen’s school identification photo taken his freshmen year.
Remembering Keyi Chen
February 27, 2025
Senior Haley Isip style features experimentation by playing with pieces of different textures, colors, and styles. “I find it fun playing around with pieces of clothing that aren't usually worn,” Isip said.
Fashionista Haley Isip: Layers and a pop of color
Angelina Shepherd, Staff Writer • March 27, 2025
Emergence, the closing act, gets a standing ovation following their performance.
West Co-Chella was a rockin’ rodeo
Maddux Marquez, Staff Writer • March 24, 2025
Juniors and seniors purchase prom tickets on Friday, Mar. 21 at ASB.  Underclassmen are allowed to go to prom with the invitation of a junior or senior, which has caused debates on why this should or should not be allowed. “... [Homecoming] is hosted at the school and it is cheaper compared to prom where it is hosted in a different venue which is obviously more expensive and overall a more sophisticated dance,” junior Joseph Castillo said.
Underclassmen should not go to prom
Marianna Ayala, Copy Editor • April 1, 2025
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Vasquez’s involvement on campus has helped her make friends, maintain high grades, and build relationships with teachers and staff. She has consistently attended games and practices throughout her high school career. 
“I’ve always been to every practice. I’ve never missed a game until senior year. I’ve missed one for water polo. I try my hardest,” Vasquez said.
Westco’s CIF Southern Section Student-Athletes of the Year
Grace Torres, Staff Writer • March 28, 2025
Julie Cimarusti wins at her final match at the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) Masters. by a pin,when a wrestler holds the opponent’s shoulders to the mat for a set period of time which ultimately ends the match. “I try to just be in my own world when I wrestle. I don’t try to think about who’s expecting what from me,” Cimarusti said.
Sophomore Julianne Cimarusti wrestled her way to success
Isabel Benitez, Sports Team Manager • March 19, 2025
Junior Anthony Cristofaro holds a tub of santacruz electrolytes on Monday. “I got a whole lot better mentally and physically,” Cristofaro said.
Fitness influencers positively change teen lifestyles
Maddux Marquez, Staff Writer • February 28, 2025
El estudiante de ultimo año Jacob Nguyen ha sido jugador de béisbol en el equipo universitario desde su primer año. A lo largo de los numerosos juegos, prácticas y recuerdos que ha creado como miembro del equipo de béisbol, también ha aprendido mucho sobre responsabilidad que ha ayudado en su vida como estudiante. "Así que honestamente me ha enseñado a mantenerme al tanto de mi educación, mis deportes y a mantener un equilibrio entre las cosas", dijo Nguyen.
Planes posteriores a la escuela secundaria de los atletas de último año
Giovanna Garcia, Staff Writer • May 1, 2024
Una venta por cierre de toda la tienda 99 Cents hizo que los lugareños corrieran a la tienda y compraran todo lo que pudieran.
El cierre de las tiendas 99 Cents Only obliga a la gente a comprar en otros lugares
Enrique Santos, Staff Writer • April 30, 2024
Alex García, estudiante de último año, comienza una tarea para la clase de español. La tarea debe entregarse en clase tan pronto como ella entre. “Últimamente he tenido dificultades para mantenerme al día con el trabajo, pero creo que he mejorado mucho desde el comienzo del semestre,” dijo García.
Como afecta la senioritis a los estudiantes y cómo pueden ayudar los profesores
Justin Cabrera, Staff Writer • February 29, 2024