The student news site of Arvada West High School

The Westwind
The student news site of Arvada West High School

The Westwind
The student news site of Arvada West High School

The Westwind
Alex Larson

Alex Larson, Editor-In-Chief

Alex Larson is a senior at A-West this year. She enjoys running, singing, writing and playing piano. Her favorite type of story to write is an op-ed, because it is allows her to express her opinion on specific topics. She is excited to bring stories to life as the year progresses.

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It is time to introduce ourselves as human, rather than limiting ourselves and others through labels and stereotypes. zphoto courtesy of Jon Tyson on unsplash.com.

We need to stop labeling ourselves and others

Alex Larson
June 2, 2022
This piece titled "Brunch" by Annabel Lee won first place in the mixed media category at the annual Jeffco art exhibit displayed at the Arvada Center. Photos courtesy of Lee.

Annabel Lee takes first place at annual art exhibit

Alex Larson
April 27, 2022
In a time where poor behavior has been seen from several students at A-West, principal Geree Santarelli pleads,“I think that we need to get back to kindness and empathy." She hopes that the school can unify and learn to respect one another again.

Principal Santarelli concerned for our future

Alex Larson
March 2, 2022
From theft to disrespect, Walgreens has had enough of A-West students in their store.

A-West students banned from Walgreens

Alex Larson
February 23, 2022
Grace Wallace concludes, “Withholding forgiveness is like drinking poison and hoping the other person feels it.”

Teenagers need to be forgiving

Alex Larson
January 24, 2022
A-West Girls Varsity Basketball wins their game against Golden High School, and they meant buisness.

Girls Varsity Basketball starts season with a win

Alex Larson
November 30, 2021
Kenzie May's outgoing personality shines through as she roller skates.

Kenzie May blows internet away

Alex Larson
November 25, 2021
Noah Younger and Jonathan Bashford win homecoming royalty for the class of 2022. Photo by Brady Roland.

No homecoming queen

Alex Larson, Editor-In-Chief
October 21, 2021
Val Johnson, Kalissa Martinez, Grace Cochran pose to defend their squad against bikers in a spirit day surf and turf war.

[Photo] Homecoming Week Highlights

September 28, 2021
Students struggle to balance school, work and extracurricular activities. Should teachers and coaches be more flexible with their schedules? Photo courtesy of Luis Villasmil on Unsplash.

Mind over money: Should teachers be flexible with working students?

Alex Larson, Op-Ed Editor
May 16, 2021
Senior Madison Taylor begins her journey to becoming a pilot, with hopes of receiving her private license by June.

Soaring to new heights: A-West Senior Madison Taylor takes on flight school

Alex Larson, Op-Ed Editor
April 24, 2021
Coloradan kids may never get to experience the joy of a Snow day because of the pandemic. Photo from Brendan Beale on Unsplash.

Snow days no more: Classic Coloradan childhoods erased, thanks Jeffco

Alex Larson, Op-Ed Editor
March 24, 2021
On March 11, 2020 the WHO declared Covid-19 a global pandemic. Now the world has a chance to review. Image courtesy of Edwin Hooper on Unsplash.

Covid-19 pandemic: A year in the life

Alex Larson, Op-Ed Editor
March 14, 2021
In a survey of 151 Arvada students and parents, 67% say they use TikTok daily. Image from Nik on Unsplash.com.

Oh TikTok, what will we do with you?

Alex Larson, Op-Ed Editor
February 27, 2021
Religious discussion is fleeting, and public school is only making matters worse. Photo courtesy of Aaron Burden on Unsplash.

Religion is often a social taboo, let’s change that

Alex Larson, Op-Ed Editor
February 15, 2021
Stacey Klaw

[Photo] A-West Wish Week spirit days

February 13, 2021
A-West Senior Holly Ackermann receives COVID-19 vaccine for her residents on January 19.

A-West student Holly Ackermann receives COVID-19 vaccine

Alex Larson, Op-Ed Editor
January 29, 2021
Newspaper headline regarding events of January 6 image courtesy of @little_plant on unsplash.com.

Trump’s actions leave him on the wrong side of history

Alex Larson, Op-Ed Editor
January 15, 2021
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