The West Gazette is back! Check out the first issue of the school year for our students’ takes on getting involved, cell phones in schools, Block Blast, fashion, trick-or-treating, fall holidays, and more. Print editions will be available in the library by Friday. #GetInvolved
🎓📢🟠 Class of 2025 Seniors
Which staff members will be reading names at your graduation ceremony? Don’t forget to vote by November 8—check the graphic for the QR code. #LeadTheWay
The energy is building as our Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble rehearse for tonight’s concert! Join us at 6:30 pm in the Performing Arts Center for an incredible night filled with performances from multiple bands. You won’t want to miss it! #LeadTheWay
Physical Science students did an incredible job in their recent sound wave lab! Using a water column and metal tuning forks, they explored the relationship between high and low frequencies firsthand. Their hard work and curiosity were on full display, and their teachers couldn’t be prouder! #LeadTheWay
At our latest Science Club meeting, students unleashed their creativity by designing and building a pumpkin annihilator! 🎃
Are you looking to put your innovation skills in action? Reach out to Mrs. Chrisman about joining Science Club. Students are already started to discuss preparations for the SWSC Science Competition that is scheduled for January 16 at Sandburg High School. #GetInvolved
Be sure to follow @lwwathletics for updates on tryout information for the winter season! #GetInvolved
Competitive Cheer, Competitive Dance and Boys Bowling begin today. Be sure to register on Snap Manage and have a physical uploaded to Skyward before participation, no exceptions. Visit our website for more information: https://lwwathletics.com/
Our LIFE and Pathways students had an incredible day at St. Francis University earlier this month, playing basketball with the men’s and women’s teams! Huge thanks to Beautiful Lives Project for making it possible! #LeadTheWay
Time to clear out your closet for a good cause! The LWW Theatre Company is still accepting donations of gently used clothes, purses, shoes, books, and household items until November 18. Declutter and make a difference—drop off your items to the Student Activities Office and help support our students!#GetInvolved
🏈 IHSA Class 7A Football Playoffs
⏰ Lincoln-Way West will play at Pekin in the first round of the playoffs this Friday, November 1st. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:00 pm.
⬛️ There is a BSN Team Shop to purchase this year’s playoff gear. Use the link below and place your order before midnight on Monday, October 28 when the shop closes.
➡️ https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/LWW9345
🟠 Follow @lwwathletics for updates from the Athletic Department. Can’t wait to see The Westside in Pekin for Friday Night Lights to support the Warriors! #LeadTheWay
The girls cross country team finished 5th at IHSA Regionals, hosted by Lockport High School. By doing so, the team qualified for the IHSA Sectional meet next weekend in Normal. The squad has now made it to this weekend of competition every year since the West opened in 2009. The team improved on last year's finish, led by Chloe Miller in 21st place. Kylie Ludwig, Celest Reiling, and Sophia Mikolajczak all ran personal best times and placed in the top 35 to pace the team.
#GoWarriors
If you see Dr. Robbins today, wish him Happy Principal Appreciation Day! We thank him for his guidance and support. We're fortunate to have such a great Principal who truly cares and inspires our students and staff.
#LeadTheWay
🎥 A big night ahead! Our new LWTV club will bring live coverage to our last home football game of the regular season! 🏈
https://www.youtube.com/live/Am2B_SKyRY8?si=imrdHi6aS5tuLo-j
This is just the beginning of exciting opportunities for students to dive into media production and live broadcasting. Tune in and support the Warriors, on and off the field! #GetInvolved
Ready to step into the fairytale? Join us for an informational meeting about our spring musical, Cinderella. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the magic! #GetInvolved
Warriors wear orange on Fridays.
#LeadTheWay
Mathletes were back in action last night at BBCHS for another SWSC competition! Our calculator team consisting of Jolene Baker, Will Simone, Rachel Steinberg, Braydon McNulty, Sophia Gerges, and Jacob Whealan shined at the competition earning a perfect score! Great effort and teamwork all around from our Mathletes! #GetInvolved
Today, our Honors Biology classes took learning outdoors! Students modeled the photosynthetic process with chalk, exploring how plants convert sunlight into food energy. As they study factors affecting photosynthetic rates and observe the stunning fall colors, they connect the dots between photosynthesis and plant adaptations for winter. Check out their hard work and creativity in action. #LeadTheWay
“We did it together.” - Rose O’Connell
That’s a wrap on the Theatre Company’s productions of Rosie the Riveter! Grateful for the incredible team that worked together on this unforgettable production. #LeadTheWay
Tonight, students from various choirs will take the stage to showcase their hard work and passion for music. Join us at 6:30 pm in the Performing Arts Center for our choir concert! #LeadTheWay
Our Girls Tennis team have punched their ticket to #IHSAState. Good luck to our Sectional Singles Champion Emily Tigchelar and Doubles team Jess Dakin and Grace Cremieux the next couple of days. Congratulations making history winning Sectionals and good luck at State!
We captured photos of hundreds of students at our club and activity photos today after school - can’t wait to see them in the yearbook! #GetInvolved #MakeItHappen #LeadTheWay
