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Girls at Arvada West of all shapes, sizes, and colors are at risk of being dress-coded for what could be considered inappropriate.

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Coach Pyatt looks to use his past football experience to lead A-West football to a state championship.
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Throughout his career, Porter has fulfilled roles as being teacher, coach, Athletics and Activities Director, and Assistant Principal. As he begins his twenty-eighth year in education, Porter is ready for his next adventure at A-West.
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Senior Johanna Baucum reflects on her time in high school and shares her plans for the future.
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Senior Johanna Baucum has found herself: her journey in tennis, student teaching, Link Crew

Chloe Rios, Editor • May 18, 2024

The last four years have been a whirlwind for Arvada West High School senior Johanna Baucum. Through...

Community Resource Liaison Joann Barkhuff has a deep and long history with the ocean and marine life.
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Making her own splash, Community Resource Liaison Joann Barkhuff's work in marine conservation and ecotourism

May 17, 2024

Michael Villanueva in one of his favorite places - the beach. (Photo provided by Michael Villanueva)

From League of Legends to Colorado Rapids soccer: the sports (and everything else) that define Michael Villanueva

May 6, 2024

Spanish is the fourth-most spoken language in the world - but in some ways it continues to be undervalued at Arvada West

Should Spanish be a required class? Teachers and students share their thoughts.

March 8, 2024

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Locks, lights lockdown drills

Aly Nichols, Reporter • April 22, 2024

In the state of Colorado there have already been 2 school shootings in 2023, and even though it’s almost...

Junior Saylor Swanson and other inductees takes an oath, at the original NHS induction for the 2023-2024 school year.

National Honors Society to induct a second round of members

March 29, 2024

A crowd of students emerges slowly from a hallway in Arvada West (Photo taken by Madeus Frandina)

Research shows that passing periods aren't long enough

March 9, 2024

One hospitalized in local Arvada fire

March 7, 2024

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Struggles, success of opening a business

Aly Nichols, Reporter • April 23, 2024

Opening a business can be a struggle, but many people have wanted to open one at some point in their lives. Whether it be a lemonade stand or some other creative idea, wanting...

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The over-sexualization of youth - why people should be concerned

April 22, 2024

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New technology has allowed students easy access for building their own supercomputer.

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PC Buyer's Guide: 2023 Edition

Joey DiGiovanni, Reporter • April 24, 2023

Today, we will be looking at 3 price tiers for what kind of PC is best to use for gaming, design, work, or just getting you from point A to point B. The only points of concern...

The Arvada community filed in line to see Cocaine Bear, showing at Harkins Theatre.
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Cocaine Bear - fact or fiction? (Spoiler Warning)

March 29, 2023

Librarian Josie Zoll and Junior Juniper Davis admire Arvada Wests furry friend Bloosh. Photo by Chloe Rios

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February 28, 2023

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Senior Johanna Baucum has found herself: her journey in tennis, student teaching, Link Crew

Chloe Rios, Editor • May 18, 2024

The last four years have been a whirlwind for Arvada West High School senior Johanna Baucum. Through it all, she sits and reflects on her high school experience before graduating....

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