The Student News Site of Niles West High School

Niles West News
The Student News Site of Niles West High School

Niles West News
The Student News Site of Niles West High School

Niles West News
Lexi Lee

Lexi Lee, News Editor

This is Lexi’s first year writing for NWN. When she’s not doing school work or writing stories, she can be found swimming/playing water polo, hanging with friends, or hammocking.

All content by Lexi Lee
A Voice for the Students: Lijo Andrews

A Voice for the Students: Lijo Andrews

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Apr 23, 2019

Mix and Mingle at Glenview’s Juice Bar “Mingle”

By Lexi Lee, Divitya Vakil, and Julia Matuszek
Apr 22, 2019
Police responded on Nov. 20, 2019 to a 911 call falsely reporting an active shooter.

Fatal Skokie Shooting Two Miles From West

By Lexi Lee and Sarah Waters
Apr 16, 2019
Senior girls showing their corsages at prom 2018

Prom Non-West Guest Forms Due

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Apr 1, 2019
Niles West HOSA members celebrate their successes last year.

Niles West HOSA Members Qualify for Nationals at State Tournament

By Lexi Lee
Mar 28, 2019
Rick Singer, Niles West Class of 1978

Face of College Admissions Scandal Is a Niles West Alum

By Lexi Lee and Violet Gilbert
Mar 14, 2019
Student taking a Final Exam.

D219 Changes the Final Exam Schedule

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Mar 5, 2019
Why Arent We Enough Anymore?

Why Aren’t We Enough Anymore?

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Mar 1, 2019
Candidates for District 219 Board of Education had the opportunity to participate in a forum to discuss their reasons for wanting to be elected to the board.

Niles West & Niles North PAC Holds School Board Candidate Forum

By Wyatt Zwik and Lexi Lee
Feb 22, 2019
Senior Dario Susnjara practicing his passion.

Dario Susnjara: Marching to His Own Beat

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Feb 21, 2019
Submit Spring Spirit Week Ideas

Submit Spring Spirit Week Ideas

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Feb 7, 2019
Making up the Cold Days and Snow Day

Making up the Cold Days and Snow Day

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Feb 7, 2019
AP Exam Registration Has Begun

AP Exam Registration Has Begun

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Jan 31, 2019
Principal Dr. Jason Ness speaks about leadership during NHS induction.

Breaking News: Principal Ness to Step Down Next Year

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Jan 25, 2019
Niles West News, the stories start here.

Curriculum and Activities Night a Success

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Jan 24, 2019
Make The Last Year Count: Senior Course Recommendations

Make The Last Year Count: Senior Course Recommendations

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Jan 16, 2019

Boys Swimming Vs. Niles North 1/11

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Jan 14, 2019
Sophomore Evan Trejo after his race.

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Senior Vasili Callas looking at his times.

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Swimmers swimming freestyle.

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Sophomore Will Thannert talking to his coach after his race.

[Photo] Boys Swim Team Bleaching Their Way to Conference

Feb 1, 2019
Coach Macejak talking to one of his swimmers.

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Senior Jack Shimabukuro timing the 500 freestyle.

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Junior Brandon Fong swimming freestyle.

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Swimmers taking their marks.

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Teammates cheering on a relay.

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Swimmers showing sportsmanship after the meet.

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Coach Vanderjeugdt in the middle of the swim meet.

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Nadia

[Photo] Why are Finals the Final Days of Senior Year?

May 15, 2019
Alma

[Photo] Why Don't I Vape? My Grandfather's Cancer.

Sep 24, 2019
Alli Lipsit

[Photo] Jussie Smollett Sets The Minority Movement Back

Feb 22, 2019
marija kraljevic

[Photo] Why Cheerleading is a Sport, Not An "Activity"

Feb 4, 2019
violet gilbert

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jojo beiza

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stephana ocneanu

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andrea espino

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Students from 2018 lined up on stage waiting to receive their awards.

Ivy Lynn Chaplik Humanitarian Award Nominations Due Friday

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Jan 8, 2019
Freshman Courses and College Rundown

Freshman Courses and College Rundown

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Jan 7, 2019
Ti(p)s the Season for College Applications

‘Ti(p)s the Season for College Applications

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Dec 17, 2018
The junior class shows off their spirit for the winter pep assembly last year by wearing neon.

Winter Spirit Week Days Are Announced

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Dec 3, 2018
Shimabukuro being visited by his swim teammates in the hospital.

Jack Shimabukuro’s Crash-Tastic Recovery

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Dec 3, 2018
Mohammad Larya serving DECAlicious.

DECAlicious Goes Eco-Friendly

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Nov 30, 2018
Senior Panoramic to be Taken December 6

Senior Panoramic to be Taken December 6

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Nov 28, 2018
Runners begin the DM 5k wearing their Curts Cafe T-shirts.

Dance Marathon Raises over $2100 for Curt’s Cafe

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Nov 12, 2018
Three Employees Escorted Out of Niles West

Three Employees Escorted Out of Niles West

By Divitya Vakil and Lexi Lee
Nov 9, 2018
Breaking News: Email Scam Shocks Students

Breaking News: Email Scam Shocks Students

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Nov 7, 2018
Graduation Cap and Gown Ordering Begins Monday

Graduation Cap and Gown Ordering Begins Monday

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Nov 2, 2018
Volunteer Fair to be Held Thursday

Volunteer Fair to be Held Thursday

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Oct 29, 2018
The Basics on Types of Colleges

The Basics on Types of Colleges

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Oct 25, 2018
Students standing outside due to the fire alarm interrupting class.

Breaking News: Fire Alarm Interrupts 4th Period

By Wyatt Zwik and Lexi Lee
Oct 24, 2018
Sharon Eiseman and Karen Dimond give a presentation on careers in law.

Niles North/West Career Exploring Program

By Lexi Lee and Pavle Vuksanovic
Oct 24, 2018
Police responded on Nov. 20, 2019 to a 911 call falsely reporting an active shooter.

Breaking News: Shooting on Oakton and Kolmar

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Oct 17, 2018
Senior Application Drop-in Day

Senior Application Drop-in Day

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Oct 9, 2018
Andrew Borte at last years annual fall assembly to celebrate homecoming.

Homecoming Ticket Sales to Start This Friday

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Oct 3, 2018
West Lockdown: One Year Later

West Lockdown: One Year Later

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Oct 2, 2018
Justice for Alum Pravin Varughese Postponed

Justice for Alum Pravin Varughese Postponed

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Sep 24, 2018
Senior Michelle Gonzalez swims the 400 free relay

Girls Swimming and Diving vs. GBS

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Sep 24, 2018
West Non-Guest Homecoming Forms Due Friday

West Non-Guest Homecoming Forms Due Friday

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Sep 24, 2018
The sign outside of the Reading Resource Room tells students what the room is used for.

Reading Resource Room Only for Reading

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Sep 17, 2018
Andrew Borte at last years annual fall assembly to celebrate homecoming.

Homecoming Royalty Nominations End this Friday

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Sep 11, 2018
Posters promoting the variety of clubs in the hallways.

[Photo] Activities Fair to Be Held This Friday

Aug 29, 2018
How I Relate to To All the Boys Ive Loved Before

How I Relate to ‘To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before’

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Aug 28, 2018
Rigby talks to all students candidly on why the school needed to update their security protocols.

West Holds Security Discussion for All Students

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Aug 24, 2018
You Know You Go to Niles West if You’ve Been to These 10 Places

You Know You Go to Niles West if You’ve Been to These 10 Places

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Aug 22, 2018
The new intercom system is currently going through a programming issue.

West Adjusts to New Intercom System

By Lexi Lee, News Editor
Aug 16, 2018
Alyssa

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Yearbook Distribution Begins Wednesday

Yearbook Distribution Begins Wednesday

By Lexi Lee, Staff Contributor
May 15, 2018
Breaking News: West Continues Their Fight For Gun Control

Breaking News: West Continues Their Fight For Gun Control

By Lexi Lee, Staff Contributor
Apr 21, 2018
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