Seasonal depression: a term often described as a change in mood triggered by a change in seasons. For most, the cold fall and winter months usher in a bout of seasonal depression that lingers until...
Ethan War
West Ranch senior Ethan War has always found solace in video games. His passion for playing has led him to decide to major in computer science at UCSD. War hopes that one day he will...
In an age where movements for change are gaining popularity across the nation, many West Ranch clubs aim to make a difference on a smaller scale through local community efforts and campaigns. Initiatives...
West Ranch fosters an environment of personal growth and development, allowing students to become go-getters, trailblazers and changemakers. One way students embody the Wildcat motto of “rigor,...
With Thanksgiving approaching, many Wildcat families are preparing to gather on the big day, inviting family and friends and thinking about what food to make. Many families have their own traditions,...
West Ranch fosters an environment that allows students to grow personally and academically by providing a variety of classes to explore. Aside from The Paw Print, West Ranch has a few other specialty...
On April 30, colorful lights of blue and purple gleamed onto anticipating students’ faces, who dreamed of their exhilarating night ahead. A red carpet lined the path as couples and friends strolled...
Teachers on the West Ranch campus are known for their dedication to their students and hard work, whether classes are remote or in-person. However, their passion for education isn't the only thing...
First Day of School: Aug. 10
On Tuesday, Aug. 10, students had their first day of in-person school after two years online. New schedules were delivered and anxiety-ridden students tried their...
With a swift backward dive, West Ranch junior Jonathan Gim kicks off his specialty event, the 100 meter backstroke. To get ahead of his opponents and beat his personal record, Gim focuses on making...
After over a year of Zoom calls, Google Meets, and staring at computer screens for over four hours a day, the William S. Hart Union High School District has finally reopened its doors to long-missed...
I’ve had friends tell me how great high school is. How I will learn more than I’ve ever known. How the friends I make will be lifelong. How I’ll grow to be the best I can be. And most importantly,...
