Back Issues
Below are the front pages of the 28 back issues of the school newspaper. If you are interested in finding a specific back issue, please continue further down the page. There will be a list.
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#28: May 23, 2016
#27: May 16, 2016
#26: May 9, 2016
#25: May 2, 2016
#24: April 25, 2016
#23: April 18, 2016
#22: April 11, 2016
#21: March 28, 2016
#20: March 21, 2016
#19: March 14, 2016
#18: March 7, 2016
#17: February 29, 2016
#16: February 22, 2016
#15: February 16, 2016
#14: February 8, 2016
#13: February 1, 2016
#12: January 25, 2016
#11: January 19, 2016
#10: December 14, 2015
#9: December 7, 2015
#8: December 1, 2015
#6: November 2, 2015
#5: October 19, 2015
#4: October 5, 2015
#2: August 31, 2015
#1: August 24, 2015
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Issue #28
- Ms. Bates Wins 2016 Fulton County Principal of the Year
- Nearly 400 Seniors Graduate at Dome
- Westlake Golfers Tee Off at Historic Pebblebeach
- Georgia Student Wins $10K for Reciting Poetry
- Atlanta Conversations: Artist and Poet Ralph "Ren" Dillard
- Atlanta Conversations: Dramaturg Pamela-Faith Jackson
- Atlanta Conversations: Playwright Gabrielle Fulton
- Girls Who Rule the World Makes Big Impact
- Big Impact Linebacker Commits to UGA
- Spring Game Brings Visions of the Future
- For Top Scholar-Athlete, Character Pays
- Westlake Golfer Wins Second in State as Junior
- Alum Shines in Two Sports at Texas A&M
May 23, 2016
Issue #27
- Girls Track and Field Team Finishes Second in State; Boys Team Ready to Compete
- Martial Artist Has Front Row Seat at 2016 Olympics
- Lions Celebrate Becoming Newest International Baccalaureate School
- Artists Turn Sketches Into Sculptures with 3D Pen
- Fine Arts Department Ends Year with Show Stopper
- End of the Year Art Displayed in Fine Arts Lobby
- Westlake Welcomes New Head Football Coach
- Girls Tennis Team Goes 3 Rounds Deep at State
- Track Star Invited to Nike Elite Sprint Camp
May 16, 2016
Issue #26
- Seniors Prepare for Finals, Graduation
- Final Exam Schedule Published, Exemptions Explained
- Westlake Pride Yearbook Arrives, Gains Publication
- Teacher Has Worldwide Exhibitions, Local Passions
- Commendable Students Enlist, Serve Their Country
- Media Center Gets Modern Makeover with Sleek, Tech Savvy New Spaces
- SPLOST Update from Fulton County Schools
- Swimmer Named Most Positive in South Atlanta
- SkillsUSA Walks Away Diabetes with Charity 5K
May 9, 2016
Issue #25
- Big Increase in College and Career Readiness
- PTSA Reading to Give Seniors $200
- Watch Girls Track Team Go for Fourth Straight Win
- PTSA Teacher Appreciation Week Made Possible by Local Businesses
- Big Discounts Around Town
- In Semester of Loss, Great Music Lives On
- Poetry Out Loud Finals Only One Click Away
- National Guard, MaxPreps Honors Boys Basketball Champions
- Soccer Teams Give Seniors Sentimental Sendoff
May 2, 2016
Issue #24
- Homecoming Queen Grabs National Spotlight
- College Recruiting Seminar Will Help Athletes
- PTSA Election Nears
- GA Tech to Start Digital Audio Summer Camp
- Teacher Debuts New Music Video, Album
- Disney Dreamers Featured on Steve Harvey
- Student Earns Eagle Scout and Much More
- Bodies Exhibit Teaches Anatomy Creatively
- NBA Legend Dikembe Mutombo Discusses World Events with French Students
- Hall of Famer Poses with Future of the Game
- Athletic Trainers from WNBA Talk Shop
- Playoff Bound Baseball Team by the Numbers
- First Step Region, Second Step State, Third Step World for Track Stars
April 25, 2016
Issue #23
- Westlake, All We Do Is Win
- Did You Miss The Diabetes Walk?
- Election for PTSA Nears
- Teachers and Administrators Join Talent Show
- Cybersecurity Opportunity
- New Teacher Opportunities
- Westlake Publishes EOC Testing Schedule
- Show Your Pride with Westlake Car Magnet
- Discount Designer Agendas on Sale Now
- Summer Experience for Future Lawyers
- Taking SAT Achievement to the Next Level
- Communities in Schools Wins Two State Titles
- Science Club Plans Activities for Earth Week
- Allana Hudson Wins Big at State Science Fair
- Dogwood Festival Artists Make TV News
- Najae Butler Wins Region Title; Aims for State
- Swimmer Named South Atlanta Positive Athlete of the Year
April 18, 2016
Issue #22
- Taking Achievement to the Next Level in Fulton County Schools
- Football Player Needs Your Votes for Cover Page
- Please Donate Bottled Water; Help Flint, Michigan
- New Committee Takes on Cheating and Plagiarism
- Looking Good for Prom Has Never Been So Easy
- Young Designer Wants to Create Your New Look
- Prom Expectations for Juniors and Seniors
- Prepare for Prom; Check This Ultimate Prom Guide
- Businesses Gain Entry To Westlake's Prom Expo
- School Literary Magazine Available for Order
April 11, 2016
Issue #21
- Regional Science Fair Winners Advance to State
- Intellectual Duo Earns Governor's Honors
- Budding Expert on Social Media Ethics Gains Victory
- Westlake Has Strong Showing at Tech Competition
- Student One Step Closer to Becoming an Engineer
- Water on Mars; What It Means for Young Scientists
- EMS Students Learn Hands On With Ambulance
- JROTC Rifle Team Set Their Sights on Success
- Football Player Needs Your Votes for Cover Page
March 28, 2016
Issue #20
- 21st Century Leadership Award Announced
- Disney Welcomes Westlake Dreamers
- New Fulton Holiday Declared for our Basketball Champs
- Football Player Needs Your Votes for Cover Page
- Please Donate Bottled Water; Help Flint, Michigan
- New Committee Takes on Cheating and Plagiarism
- Student Balances Academics with Modelling Career
- Dramatic Finish to 4th Annual French Spelling Bee
- Westlake Thanks Coach Love for Leadership
- Track Team Takes Winnings Ways to Florida
March 21, 2016
Issue #19
- Art Students Celebrate Huge Week of Success
- Musical Prodigy Does It Again; This Time at Grammys
- Ms. Bates Recognized as SLC Principal of the Year
- SkillsUSA Beautifies Entrance for Competition
- Football Player Needs Your Votes for Cover Page
- Visual Artists Selected for Piedmont Park Exhibition
- Local Exhibition Features Seven Westlake Artists
- Sister School Announces Spring Performances
March 14, 2016
Issue #18
- State Champions! Boys Basketball Wins 68-58 In Dramatic Fashion
- Please Donate Bottled Water; Help Flint, Michigan
- New Committee Takes On Cheating and Plagiarism
- JROTC Cadets Visit Warner Robbins Air Force Base
- Student Balances Academics With Modeling Career
- Sponsors Named for 4th Annual French Spelling Bee
- Men of Morehouse Glee Club Welcomes Chorus
- Symphonic Band Gains All Superior Ratings
- Sister School Announces Spring Performances
- Chorus Student Three-Peats All-State Selection
- Student Breaks Down The Bachelor on The Bert Show
March 7, 2016
Issue #17
- Get Turnt, Westlake! Boys Basketball Makes It to State Finals
- Heels in Motion Supports Women Across Georgia
- B.E.E. Club Builds New Hive to Keep Tradition Strong
- Students Pack Local Theatre for Race Movie
- World Languages Rated Distinguished, Superior
- Pokemon Video Game Turns Twenty Years Old
- Young Designer Wants to Create Your New Look
- Athletes Become Mentors for Elementary School
- JROTC Sweeps Area Drill Meet to Qualify for State
- What A Season! Girls Basketball Falls Just Short of Finals
February 29, 2016
Issue #16
- Student Wows Crowd at Poetry Out Loud
- Student Headed to Korea for World Poetry Competition
- Spoken Word Event Scheduled for This Week
- Media Center Unveils Cellphone Charger Station
- Basketball Teams Ready for Next Challenge
- Congratulations, Top 25
- Teacher and Professional of the Year Announced
- Looking Good for Prom Has Never Been So Easy
- Sister School Announces Spring Performances
- Future Entertainment Stars Weigh-In On Oscar Dilemma
February 22, 2016
Issue #15
- Basketball Playoffs Begin; So Does State Title Buzz
- Three Stellar Staff Nominated for Professional of the Year
- Media Center Unveils Cellphone Charger Station
- Future Entertainment Stars Weigh-In On Oscar Controversy
- Westlake Unleashes Robot and Mobile Apps
- Sister School Announces Spring Performances
February 16, 2016
Issue #14
- Colleges Court Athletes on National Signing Day
- Westlake Alum Goes All the Way to Super Bowl
- Winter Sports Go to Playoffs, Chamionships
- Media Center Unveils Cellphone Charger Station
- Students Enter Doritos Commercial Competition
- SkillsUSA Competitors Medals in Region Competition
- Lilly Pulitzer Donates Agenda
- Teachers Earn Superlatives
- Georgia Tech to Start Digital Audio Summer Camp
- Senior Superlatives Announced
- Teacher of the Year Candidates Narrowed Down to Three
February 8, 2016
Issue #13
- Student Musician Plays His Way Into Elite College
- Two Seniors Earn Prestigious Posse Scholarship
- Debate Team Bulldogs Opponents at UGA Campus
- State Milestones Results
February 1, 2016
Issue #12
- Westlake Dismisses Early to Beat Winter Weather
- Students Score Spot at Hillary Clinton Fundraiser
- Georgia Tech Decides Early on Six Westlake Seniors
- Trio of Intellectuals Reach State Finals for GHP
- Highly Motivated Freshmen Ace All Fall Classes
January 25, 2016
Issue #11
- SkillsUSA Brings Holiday Cheer
- Coach Wilson Named Track Coach of the Year; New Athletic Director
- Senora Queen-James Releases New Gospel Album
January 19, 2016
Issue #10
- Students Lace Up Their Skates For Fundraise
- Spanish Teacher Releases New Gospel Album
- Dreamgirls Does Dresses, Dances, and Divas Right
- Students Help Spread Joy This Holiday Season
- Final Exam Schedule Includes Half Days
- Winners Announced in Science Fair
December 14, 2015
Issue #9
- The Stage Is Set for Dreamgirls
- Dance Program Sells Out Westlake Auditorium
- Westlake Students Lace Up Their Skates
- Football Team Sweeps All-Region Recognitions
December 7, 2015
Issue #8
- Band Marches to Another Victory at Georgia Dome
- School Thanks Senior Football Players
- Students Win Calendar Competition with Art
- Students Drop In On V-103 to Share School Spirit
- Westlake Cheerleaders Go To State Competition
- Swim Team Hits The Pool With Strong Performance
- Football Completes Phase III of Return to Glory
- Retracing the Steps of Adventurous Lions
December 1, 2015
Issue #7
- "Can Do" Spirit Wins County Competition
- Westlake Shuts Down Lakeside in 1st Round
- JROTC Honors Soldiers During Veterans Day
- Dates Set for Dream Girls Dreamgirls Musical Comes to Westlake
- Football Team Builds on Historic Regular Season
- Civic Duty of Voting Made Easier for Students
- New Teacher Spotlight #1; WHS Veteran Returns as Media Center Specialist
- Westlake Abroad #1: Students Visit Peru
- Science Spotlight #1: Students Partner with Professors at Georgia Tech to Create Projects
- Orchestra Earns Spot in KSU Invitational
- Westlake Requests Waivers for School Improvement
- Graduation Rates Rise by 20%; Catch District Average
- Fashion Club Capture School's Style in Ambitious Fall Photo Shoot
- State Milestones Results
November 16, 2015
Issue #6
- Westlake Football Delivers on the Title "Game of the Week"
- School Readies Spotlight for Dreamgirls
- Mighty Marching Lions Roar Louder
- HOSA Keeps the School Up to Code
- Starbucks, Krispy Kreme, and PTSA Celebrate Teachers
- Student Made Video Takes Third Place in Statewide Competition for SkillsUSA
November 2, 2015
Issue #5
- Pumped Up Homecoming Tradition Marches Through Westlake
- Students "Flip Out" Over Spirit Week
- Congratulations GHP Nominees
October 19, 2015
Issue #4
- SAT Prep Class Leads Student to Become South Fulton's First National Merit Scholar
- PSAT Tests will be held October 14th
- Debate Team Travels to North Carolina
- Congratulations GHP Nominees
- Broadcasting Class Deploys Drone
- Fine Arts Department Produces 'Gospel Explosion'
- New Crop of Students Become Leo the Lions
- Students Design Alternative to GPS at Georgia Tech
October 5, 2015
Issue #3
- WHS Tennis Player Earns Long Weekend in NYC
- Vanderbilt Recruits; More Universities to Visit Soon
- Mr. Johnson Becomes New College Adviser
- PTSA Urges Students and Teachers to Get Involved
- School Spirit Week Approaches; Students Excited
- Memories from Peru #2: The Scenery
- Cross Country Places First
- Volleyball Team Nets Big Win
- Football Continues Streaks - Scoring and Scoreless
- Raiders Build Teamwork Through Rope Course
September 8, 2015
Issue #2
- Football Team Wins Big
- Essay Leads to NYC Weekend
- Westlake Softball Beats Osborne 17 to 5
- Football Players Train Hard Over Summer
- Orchestra Parent Meeting Approaches
- Ms. Bolden Joins Westlake Science Department
- WHS Produces Science Projects at Georgia Tech
- Students Plan How to Record Bike Traffic
August 31, 2015
Issue #1
- Welcome Back Lions
- Ms. Bates Celebrates Newest Lion in the Pride
- Ms. Miller Joins Westlake as Interim Principal
- Chick-Fil-A Leadership Academy Inspires Westlake
- WHS Veteran Returns as Media Center Specialist
- Auditions for Dream Girls Approaches
- Orchestra Wins Spot in KSU Invitational
- Two WHS Golfers Earn Spots at Pebble Beach
- Volleyball Upperclassmen Share Their Memories
- Softball Player Describes a Day on the Diamond
- Volunteers Beautify School's Entrance
- Students Visit Peru for Service Learning Project
- Westlake Hosts Lupus Event
- Living with Lupus