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THE FEATHERDUSTER
STUDENT NEWS SITE OF WESTLAKE HIGH SCHOOL

THE FEATHERDUSTER
STUDENT NEWS SITE OF WESTLAKE HIGH SCHOOL

THE FEATHERDUSTER
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Members making a banner during the Made with Love club meeting.
Made with Love Crafts Joy for Kids in Local Hospitals
Iris Wishnow, Reporter • December 15, 2025
Freshman forward GERALYNN BYERS-VEAL puts up a shot during a game between Westlake and San Antonio Johnson at Al Bennett Court on Nov. 24. The Chaparrals remained undefeated with a final score of 58-30.
From Net to Nylon
Annabelle Strain, Social Media Editor • December 12, 2025
Roddenberry’s newly designed white board by the end of the week.
“67” Named Word of the Year
Kaavya Nanda • December 4, 2025
News
Roddenberry’s newly designed white board by the end of the week.
“67” Named Word of the Year
Kaavya Nanda • December 4, 2025

The number “67” has become more than just a number: it's this year’s word of the year. However, its impact in schools depends on who you ask and what they teach.  Some teachers can’t get away...

Federal shutdown comes to an end
Federal shutdown comes to an end
Simon Burke, Feature Section Editor • December 2, 2025
The Board of Trustees discussed the proposals by administration to address the district's budget deficit at the board meeting last Tuesday. A survey was sent to parents and students in the district to receive community feedback that will be presented at the next board meeting Dec. 9.
Administration Introduces Four Budget-Saving Packages
Kristie Min, Editor-in-Chief • November 23, 2025
The proposed GUARD Act would restrict minors from using 'AI companions,' chatbots that simulate human-like responses and interactions. It is currently unclear if ChatGPT and other general chatbots would be affected by the GUARD Act.
The GUARD ACT: Banning AI Companions for Minors
Rajasi Agarwal, Managing Editor • November 23, 2025
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Sports
Senior forward Tamia King drives to the basket during the game against San Antonio Brennan on Dec. 12 at Al Bennet Court. (Joe Nogalski/Westlake Featherduster)
Girls Basketball Pulls Off Comeback to Defeat Bears in Top 25 Matchup
Joe Nogalski, Reporter • December 14, 2025
With mere seconds on the clock and the Chaps leading by three points, a Brennan player heaved up the potential game-tying
Freshman forward GERALYNN BYERS-VEAL puts up a shot during a game between Westlake and San Antonio Johnson at Al Bennett Court on Nov. 24. The Chaparrals remained undefeated with a final score of 58-30.
From Net to Nylon
Annabelle Strain, Social Media Editor • December 12, 2025
Senior forward Bo Ogden shoots a free throw against Rouse on Al Bennett Court Nov. 21. Ogden is one of two transfers starting for the Chaps.
Varsity Basketball Uses Balanced Attack to Trounce Rouse
Miles Strelitz • November 22, 2025
Senior Sebastian Henault receives a handoff against Vandegrift Nov. 14.
Safety Gear or Bobble Head?
William Propes • November 21, 2025
Senior guard Bo Ogden hangs on the rim during the Chaps 80-45 victory Tuesday night at Al Bennett Court. (Jake Strelitz/Westlake Featherduster)
Excellent Three Point Shooting Leads Chaps Over Jaguars 80-45
Andrew Stout, Sports Section Editor • November 20, 2025
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Flipbook
Flipbook
Flipbook
Feature
Actors celebrate their victory from the battle of man versus machine Dec. 5.
Westlake Improv Troupe: Where Quick Wit Meets Big Laughs
Emily Dopkins, Reporter • December 17, 2025
Senior Julie Jordan studies for her upcoming physics test in the library Dec. 15.
Chaps Prepare for Finals with Coping Techniques
Jenna Jordan, Reporter • December 16, 2025
Members making a banner during the Made with Love club meeting.
Made with Love Crafts Joy for Kids in Local Hospitals
Iris Wishnow, Reporter • December 15, 2025
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Reviews
Cabo Bob's located 5033 US-290 Dec. 3.
I Love Cabo Bob’s and Hate Chipotle
Gideon Hock • December 4, 2025
Album cover for The Life of a Showgirl. Image via Taylor Swift's Instagram. Album cover for The Life of a Showgirl. Image via Taylor Swift online
The Life of a Showgirl Dazzles, Hiding in Glitter
Kaavya Nanda, Editorial Editor • November 21, 2025
Cover image of “The Sword and the Soaring” by Navy Blue (Freedom Sounds)
Navy Blue’s The Sword and the Soaring: A fantasy hip-hop world
Lennon Riedie, News/Reviews Section Editor • November 21, 2025
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Columns
12% acceptance rate school Boston University that my sister attends.
When “Almost Perfect” Still Isn’t Enough
Kaavya Nanda, Editorial Section Editor • October 27, 2025
The author sitting on a Dell Children’s hospital bed.
Navigating Life with a Food Allergy
Lexey Martin, Reporter • October 14, 2025
Westlake Independent Film crew shoots a scene for a student short film.
Magnum Opus
Lennon Riedie, New/Reviews Section Editor • October 9, 2025
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