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The Student News Site of West Covina High School

WCHS Insight
The Student News Site of West Covina High School

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Senior Jaylah Trejo brings her mini fan and carries it around campus. Many other students were seen walking during passing periods with their fans as a way to stay cool.
High temperatures cause concerns across campus
Isabel Benitez and Angelina Shepherd • September 9, 2024
The top of the dress code cart, on Aug. 26, which contains a box full of school-approved shirts labeled by size for students to choose from. The shirts are recycled merchandise from previous school events.
New year, firmer dress code consequences
Sophea Rios, Assistant Editor • August 28, 2024
Wellness Center “Quieter Corner” is decorated with inspirational quotes and comfortable couches. The program also offers activities such as coloring and anxiety pop its to reassess during stressful times.
May Mental Health Become a Priority
May 30, 2024
Senior Aztlan Melendez stands outside keeping watch and on guard. Since senior assassin takes place off campus, anybody taking part is prone to being encountered by their opponents outside. "Me and a few of my friends that are on the same team sit there for hours on call and texting saying what our strategy was like, 'If this person is out then these people gotta stay inside," said Acosta.
Seniors splash into senior assassin
May 17, 2024
A mourner kneels at the memorial site for the victims of the Oxford school shooting, one of the deadliest in recent years. Measures are being taken to prevent similar events in the future.
Failed prevention: The systemic failures that lend to school shootings
May 2, 2024
Features
Photo credits: Beeken.net
David Beeken retires, leaving a legacy of teaching
Isabel Benitez and Marianna Ayala • June 7, 2024
Joshua Gonzalez playing at his most successful event at the Pico Rivera Sports Arena on January 6, although feeling anxious and overwhelmed with the big crowd Gonzalez pushed through in the moment and concentrated on playing the bass. “I was feeling very nervous honestly, like it was so unreal,” said Gonzalez.
Joshua Gonzalez's passion for music
May 30, 2024
Conversations beyond the cap and gown: Makenzie Perez
Conversations beyond the cap and gown: Makenzie Perez
May 24, 2024
Making a summer bucket list and coming up with new ideas and ways you're going to spend the summer together is a fun activity to do with friends. Here is a summer bucket list with some fun activities located near West Covina to spend the summer.
A bucket list to start the summer
May 22, 2024
Arts & Entertainment
Certified Loverboy vs. Mr. Morale: Breaking down the Drake and Kendrick discourse
Certified Loverboy vs. Mr. Morale: Breaking down the Drake and Kendrick discourse
Adam Otero, Staff Writer • May 24, 2024
Farrah (Kim de Pez) introduces herself while the party is traveling through the woods. Farrah began attacking Agnus after she revealed that they were attempting to slay the dragon, Tiamat.
The dedication behind “She Kills Monsters”
May 22, 2024
The movie Godzilla X Kong, the newest addition to the series, was released on Mar. 29 and shows the characters exploring more into the hollow earth that was only briefly mentioned in its predecessor "Godzilla vs. Kong”.
‘Godzilla X Kong’ is a must see
April 30, 2024
SAG-AFTRA members and supporters protesting on July 18, 2023 in New York City. The labor controversy involved both writers and actors protesting againsts studios for better pay and working conditions. Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse was the biggest project affected by the strike yet.
The continued delay of “Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse”
April 24, 2024
Opinion
Ian Munns works behind the scenes to capture an interview at the iHollywood Film Festival last September at TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood.
Pressures against creative majors
Ashley Braunstein, Staff Writer • May 20, 2024
Jayden Jefferson is awarded January employee of the month for his hard work at Sprouts grocery store. Despite the job's challenges, Jefferson remained a hard worker,was responsible, and managed his money well, and was acknowledged by his supervisors. “I think it's smart to have a job at any age, if you can manage it, it depends on how you spend your money and what you like to do,” said Jefferson.
The benefits of having a job as a student
May 15, 2024
From left to right: Josh Milon, Emily Milon, Alexander Milon, Maddie Milon, and Kaylei Milon in Arequipa, Peru during winter break on Dec. 24, 2023. “it would've been nice if Christmas break was three weeks because we would've had a little bit of down time between school and the trip,” said Milon
Would longer breaks be beneficial for students and teachers?
May 8, 2024
Andrea Salazar accidently opens her email on Apr. 20 to view her admission acceptance letter from University of California, San Diego.
The tolls of academic exertion for college applications
May 1, 2024
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Senior Jaylah Trejo brings her mini fan and carries it around campus. Many other students were seen walking during passing periods with their fans as a way to stay cool.

High temperatures cause concerns across campus

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The top of the dress code cart, on Aug. 26, which contains a box full of school-approved shirts labeled by size for students to choose from. The shirts are recycled merchandise from previous school events.

New year, firmer dress code consequences

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The importance of comfort characters

The importance of comfort characters

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SAG-AFTRA members and supporters protesting on July 18, 2023 in New York City. The labor controversy involved both writers and actors protesting againsts studios for better pay and working conditions. Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse was the biggest project affected by the strike yet.

The continued delay of “Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse”

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David Beeken retires, leaving a legacy of teaching

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Sports
The flag football team listens to a pep talk from Head Coach Rebecca Hernandez before their game against San Dimas. Following this was a chant that precedes every Bulldog sporting event,“Bulldogs on me, Bulldogs on three, one, two, three, Bulldogs!”
A first for flag football, a look into the new team’s progression
Kassandra Aguirre, Editor in Chief • August 19, 2024
One of the many gameplay differences that makes girls flag football more distinct from traditional football is the lack of the use of field goals. Due to the high emphasis on passing and running plays, field goals are removed from flag football. CIF rule book rules that a team may only score touchdowns, points after touchdowns, and safeties.
Girls flag football will become an upcoming fall sport
Justin Cabrera, Staff Writer • April 23, 2024
Uruguayan striker, Luiz Suarez, reunited with his former Barcelona teammates. Lionel Messi at the far left with a drink in his hand, Luis Suarez next to him, then Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba. Suarez ended 2023 winning as best player and best striker for his season at Brasileirao after 17 league goals with Gremio. Photo by Jaime Uribarri
The rise of soccer in America
Alezandro Argueta and Justin Cabrera • March 15, 2024
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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