West Springfield High School Newspaper

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West Springfield High School Newspaper

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West Springfield High School Newspaper

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Alicia Keys’ seemingly casual decision to not wear makeup turned into a minor controversy. However, her choice has inspired many women to join the #no makeup movement.

Alicia Keys boldly ditches the makeup

Safia Abdulahi, Oracle Staff Writer
December 9, 2016
2016 marks the 50th year since the first airing of the iconic “Star Trek” franchise. WS students are excited for this release.

Star Trek’s 50th anniversary: a half-century of entertainment

Michael Perlak, Entertainment Editor
December 9, 2016
The celebrity breakup between Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie has left many fans of their romance devastated. At WS, students suggest that Angelina gets custody of their children; nevertheless, the split remains contentious and yet another example of society’s obsession with the lives of celebrities.

Brangelina is no more

Katelyn Bradford, Oracle Staff Writer
December 7, 2016
Many WS students like Billy Miller and others binge-watch their favorite shows on Netflix. Netflix has become extremely popular since its creation and is enjoyed by many.

Netflix and relax

Joseph Adase, Sports Editor
December 7, 2016
Rihanna is forging her own path in the fashion world with her new Japanese style of clothing, which has been anticipated and praised by many.

Rihanna stays fierce with Puma

Jessica Payton, Forum Editor
December 7, 2016
Kim, Kanye, and the rest of the Kardashian family is going through a turbulent time, as Kim is recovering from being savagely robbed at gunpoint during the 2016 Paris Fashion Week.

Keeping up with Kanye: Robbers in Paris

Roderick Wrice, Entertainment Editor
December 7, 2016

West Springfield Shopping Center: the busiest place near WS

Andrew Giddings
December 5, 2016
Junior Ashley Weare poses with one of her favorite Christmas movies. “Rudolph” is one of the many holiday movies that have cemented themselves as seasonal traditions in households across the country.

Seasonal movies among christmas traditions

Jamie Bishop, Oracle Online Editor
December 5, 2016
Senior Linus Griesshammer reads Macbeth during his fifth-period study hall. All rising ninth through twelth graders are required to read atleast one book for the English class that they will be taking in the fall. Some classes assign a specific book, while others provide students with a list of books to choose from. These books do not always become students favorites, but they ensure that students’ minds stay active.

Required summer reading

Andrew Giddings, Oracle Staff Writer
November 1, 2016
In Clint Eastwoods new movie, Tom Hanks portrays Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger. The movie is about an actual terrifying event that occurred on the Hudson river between New York and New Jersey.

Sully’s miraculous story

Michael Perlak, Oracle Staff Writer
October 24, 2016
Here Kanye is giving a speech at the VMA awards while also promoting his clothing line. He is wearing his limited edition combat boots with his “famous” t-shirt.

Keeping up with Kanye

Roderick Wrice, Entertainment Editor
October 24, 2016
Miss Arkansa Savvy Shields, is congratulated by Miss Maryland Hannah Brewer, center, and Miss Texas Caroline Carothers, after being named Miss America 2017, Sunday, Sept. 11, 2016, in Atlantic City, N.J. (ANSA/AP Photo/Noah K. Murray)

Miss America pageant returns

October 4, 2016
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