Exams and tests have been a source of stress for students as far as we can remember, and parents should know how to best help their children. According to Reachout, an online site dedicated to mental health says that some of the tell-tale signs of...

Exams can put a lot of stress on students. However, to combat this, teachers prepare students by any means. This may include making students complete more homework than usual, completing study guides, or even requiring them to do some practice tests.   Annabelle...

The Women In STEM club is a student-led club founded by sophomores Vaishnavi Ramu and Hana Stitt. Their advisor is Mrs. Hofferberth. It was started by the duo in their freshmen year around November. Though it wasn’t a big success last year, Vaishnavi...

As the accessibility of AI-powered chatbots rises, so does the amount of students who use it to cheat. The launch of ChatGPT and other artificial intelligence chatbots has become a growing concern for many schools and teachers, as students turn in AI-generated...

It’s Turkey Time! Celebrating on November 27th, Thanksgiving is almost near! Besides the magnificent food and feasts, Thanksgiving is a time for fun with family and friends. There are so many ways to express gratitude to loved ones.  Hope &...

Since early May, the Lakota West Marching Band has been meticulously crafting their 2024 show, “A Lakota Western” which is heavily inspired by classic Western films, music, and fun. With dancing, cowboy hats, and a whole lot of “yee-haws” to go...

People have a lot of different thoughts and opinions about the upcoming election, but as a community, we never think to ask: How do students view the candidates? The West Press went around Lakota West High School interviewing a large variety of students,...

The month of September is dedicated to Suicide Awareness. As the leading cause of death among teenagers, it is critical that students take the time to understand the gravity of suicide awareness including knowing the signs, what to do in this situation,...

As the Class of 2024 left Lakota West High School, it felt like something was missing from their departure. As though they “went out with a whimper,” the seniors departed without a trace of their presence: no mess, toilet paper, or bustling main street....

As the weather starts getting nice, it becomes hotter and more sunny, and everyone wants to be outside. Everyone gets happier and wants to get some Vitamin D. Getting outside is so important and helpful for your body; It will increase your mood, your...

As the end of the year approaches, many students look forward to prom, a long-standing tradition for upperclassmen (Juniors and Seniors) to celebrate their final years in high school through a night of dancing, dresses, and spending time with friends....

It’s that time of the year again when summer is getting closer and closer, especially for the seniors. The class of 2024 has some exciting upcoming events. The first event is the senior awards. The awards will take place on Wednesday, April 24, 2024,...