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Christina Lappas

Christina Lappas, Editor in Chief

When she’s not studying or doing homework, Christina loves to hang-out with friends and sleep. She is excited to be the editor-in-chief as a senior and looks forward to a successful year.

All content by Christina Lappas
5 Must-Have Apps

5 Must-Have Apps

By Christina Lappas, Editor-in-Chief
May 6, 2019
Kentucky Derby Not a Hit in High School

Kentucky Derby Not a Hit in High School

By Christina Lappas, Editor-in-Chief
May 3, 2019
Springing into Spring with Fashion

Springing into Spring with Fashion

By Christina Lappas, Editor-in-Chief
Apr 25, 2019

The Journey to Tan

By Christina Lappas, Editor-in-Chief
Apr 18, 2019
West Students React to College Cheating Scandal

West Students React to College Cheating Scandal

By Christina Lappas, Editor-in-Chief
Mar 14, 2019
Are You a Sucker for "Sucker?"

Are You a Sucker for “Sucker?”

By Christina Lappas, Editor-in-Chief
Mar 6, 2019
Christina's Steps to Confidence: She's Humble

Christina’s Steps to Confidence: She’s Humble

By Christina Lappas, Editor-in-Chief
Feb 5, 2019
Senioritis is Already an Epidemic

Senioritis is Already an Epidemic

By Christina Lappas, Editor-in-Chief
Jan 28, 2019
Stay in Shape for Winter Break

Stay in Shape for Winter Break

By Christina Lappas, Editor-In-Chief
Dec 13, 2018
Whimsical Winter Fashion

Whimsical Winter Fashion

By Christina Lappas, Editor-In-Chief
Dec 7, 2018
Maintaining a Positive Attitude Midway Through the School-year

Maintaining a Positive Attitude Midway Through the School-year

By Christina Lappas, Editor-In-Chief
Nov 13, 2018
Alpacas watching the student visitors.

[Video] Alpaca Antics for ELL Students

By Sidney Hines, Features Editor
Oct 1, 2018
How to Get Spooky

How to Get Spooky

By Christina Lappas, Editor-In-Chief
Sep 28, 2018
Weichel mid-game during his time at West.

Where Are You Now: Josh Weichel

By Christina Lappas, Editor-In-Chief
Aug 30, 2018
How to Maintain a Positive Attitude Throughout the School Year

How to Maintain a Positive Attitude Throughout the School Year

By Christina Lappas, Editor-in-Chief
Aug 20, 2018
Makeup brushes that are great for setting your face.

Getting Ready for Prom 2018

By Christina Lappas, Managing Editor
May 9, 2018
Niles West staff donating blood to the blood drive on Friday, Nov. 10.

Blood Drive to be Held Tuesday

By Christina Lappas, Managing Editor
Apr 16, 2018
West Athletes commit to athletic careers beyond high school.

West Students Commit on April’s National Signing Day

By Christina Lappas and Mike McKay
Apr 13, 2018
Mr. Kucera posing outside of his office in the lit center.

[Photo] Amazing Administration: Michael Kucera

By Sam Galanopoulos, Staff Writer
Apr 11, 2018
The Jonas Brothers posing for a picture in the 2000's.

The Artists of Our Lifetime

By Christina Lappas, Managing Editor
Apr 5, 2018
Tis the season for peeps! Get your full serving of marshmallow in the shape of a bunny or a chick this spring.

Peep these Peep Recipes

By Christina Lappas, Managing Editor
Mar 23, 2018
Feed My Starving Children volunteer packages food into bags.

Civics Students Feed Over 25,000 Children

By Christina Lappas and Ella Ilg
Mar 22, 2018
The junior class shows off their spirit for the winter pep assembly last year by wearing neon.

Spring Spirit Week Announced

By Christina Lappas, Managing Editor
Mar 9, 2018

International Week: Chinese Club

By Abigail Davis, Staff Writer
Feb 2, 2018
Managing editor Christina Lappas displaying herself as her own laptop screensaver.

Christina’s Steps to Confidence

By Christina Lappas, Managing Editor
Feb 1, 2018
Five No-Makeup Makeup Looks

Five No-Makeup Makeup Looks

By Christina Lappas, Managing Editor
Jan 30, 2018
Tamar Boghossian: A Friend in Disguise

Tamar Boghossian: A Friend in Disguise

By Christina Lappas, Managing Editor
Jan 11, 2018

2018 Prom Reveal

By Christina Lappas, Managing Editor
Dec 19, 2017
2 Minutes with a Band Kid: Ella Rosseau

[Video] 2 Minutes with a Band Kid: Ella Rosseau

By Ella Ilg, Staff Writer
Dec 15, 2017
2017-18 Boys Wrestling Season Preview

2017-18 Boys Wrestling Season Preview

By Christina Lappas, Managing Editor
Nov 28, 2017
PDA: Please Don't, Already?

PDA: Please Don’t, Already?

By Christina Lappas, Managing Editor
Oct 26, 2017
Fall Fashion: The New Season's Outfit Essentials

Fall Fashion: The New Season’s Outfit Essentials

By Christina Lappas, Managing Editor
Oct 4, 2017
Leader of the Pack Voting Hack

Leader of the Pack Voting Hack

By Christina Lappas, Managing Editor
Sep 27, 2017
Head Football Coach Jesse Pierce runs a practice.

The Start of Something New

By Christina Lappas, Managing Editor
Sep 15, 2017
Where Are You Now: Evan Hines

Where Are You Now: Evan Hines

By Christina Lappas, Managing Editor
Aug 23, 2017
Niles West Bass Fishing Team Qualifies for State

Niles West Bass Fishing Team Qualifies for State

By Christina Lappas
May 10, 2017
West Students and Staff React to Controversy Over Thirteen Reasons Why

West Students and Staff React to Controversy Over Thirteen Reasons Why

By Christina Lappas
May 1, 2017
Contest: Retweet to Win Shawn Mendes Tickets

Contest: Retweet to Win Shawn Mendes Tickets

By Christina Lappas
Apr 30, 2017
West Student Athletes Commit

West Student Athletes Commit

By Christina Lappas
Apr 18, 2017
2017 Spring Preview: Boys Baseball

2017 Spring Preview: Boys Baseball

By Christina Lappas
Mar 16, 2017
Meet Me in a Minute: Kenan Ozer

Meet Me in a Minute: Kenan Ozer

By Christina Lappas
Mar 2, 2017
Winter X-Games: Underrated Sports

Winter X-Games: Underrated Sports

By Christina Lappas
Jan 25, 2017
Girls Varsity Basketball: The Trophy Returns

Girls Varsity Basketball: The Trophy Returns

By Christina Lappas
Jan 9, 2017
West vs Evanston Preview 2016

West vs Evanston Preview 2016

By Christina Lappas
Dec 9, 2016
2016 Winter Preview: Bowling

2016 Winter Preview: Bowling

By Christina Lappas
Dec 6, 2016
2016 Winter Preview: Boys Varsity Basketball

2016 Winter Preview: Boys Varsity Basketball

By Christina Lappas
Nov 18, 2016
2016 Winter Preview: Girls Varsity Basketball

2016 Winter Preview: Girls Varsity Basketball

By Christina Lappas
Nov 17, 2016
Meet Me in a Minute: Phillip Abonce

Meet Me in a Minute: Phillip Abonce

By Christina Lappas
Oct 24, 2016
Vikings Win Makes Wolves Playoff Berth 'That Much Harder'

Vikings Win Makes Wolves Playoff Berth ‘That Much Harder’

By Christina Lappas
Oct 10, 2016
Meet Me in a Minute: Angel Thomas

Meet Me in a Minute: Angel Thomas

By Christina Lappas
Sep 28, 2016
Meet Me in a Minute: Josh Weichel

Meet Me in a Minute: Josh Weichel

By Christina Lappas
Sep 20, 2016
Boys Varsity Soccer: Niles West vs Niles North Preview

Boys Varsity Soccer: Niles West vs Niles North Preview

By Christina Lappas
Sep 19, 2016
Meet Me in a Minute: Chris Adams

Meet Me in a Minute: Chris Adams

By Christina Lappas
Aug 31, 2016
2016 Girls' Golf Preview

2016 Girls’ Golf Preview

By Christina Lappas
Aug 18, 2016
Freshman Friday: John Trinh

Freshman Friday: John Trinh

By Christina Lappas
May 20, 2016
Meet Me in a Minute: Leah Nano

Meet Me in a Minute: Leah Nano

By Christina Lappas
May 12, 2016
Daniel Radeljic: Pursuing Soccer

Daniel Radeljic: Pursuing Soccer

By Christina Lappas
May 4, 2016
Principal's Recognition Award: Mariam Aamir

Principal’s Recognition Award: Mariam Aamir

By Christina Lappas
Apr 25, 2016
Peace Love Chic: Heat on Your Hair

Peace Love Chic: Heat on Your Hair

By Christina Lappas
Apr 22, 2016
Freshman Friday: Jack Shimabukuro

Freshman Friday: Jack Shimabukuro

By Christina Lappas
Apr 22, 2016
Freshman Friday: Hayden Kipp

Freshman Friday: Hayden Kipp

By Christina Lappas
Apr 15, 2016
Peace Love Chic: Simple Makeup Look

Peace Love Chic: Simple Makeup Look

By Christina Lappas
Mar 23, 2016
Freshman Friday: Roland Teivans

Freshman Friday: Roland Teivans

By Christina Lappas
Mar 18, 2016
Tribe Called West to Compete at Louder Than a Bomb

Tribe Called West to Compete at Louder Than a Bomb

By Christina Lappas
Mar 18, 2016
Meet Me in a Minute: Julia Matuszek

Meet Me in a Minute: Julia Matuszek

By Christina Lappas
Mar 10, 2016
Peace Love Chic: Beauty Blender

Peace Love Chic: Beauty Blender

By Christina Lappas
Mar 8, 2016
Peace Love Chic: Best Drugstore Mascara

Peace Love Chic: Best Drugstore Mascara

By Christina Lappas
Mar 1, 2016
Meet Me in a Minute: Alexandra Vraja

Meet Me in a Minute: Alexandra Vraja

By Christina Lappas
Feb 29, 2016
Peace Love Chic: The "Perfect" Selfie

Peace Love Chic: The “Perfect” Selfie

By Christina Lappas
Feb 23, 2016
Meet Me in a Minute: Chloe Babcock

Meet Me in a Minute: Chloe Babcock

By Christina Lappas
Feb 22, 2016
Tricia Pabst: The Basketball Legacy

Tricia Pabst: The Basketball Legacy

By Christina Lappas
Feb 12, 2016

Principal’s Recognition Award: Mariam Al Anaswah

By Christina Lappas
Feb 12, 2016
Peace Love Chic: A Beauty Blog

Peace Love Chic: A Beauty Blog

By Christina Lappas
Jan 28, 2016
Varsity Girls Basketball Update

Varsity Girls Basketball Update

By Christina Lappas
Jan 27, 2016
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