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The Tosa Compass is the only dedicated Wauwatosa newspaper. We are a joint program between Wauwatosa East and West high schools, and are 100% student run. The Tosa Compass provides quality coverage about a variety of topics, providing a youth perspective unavailable from other news outlets.

Sports

WIAA State Track: Tosa West Sprinters Share the Hype Songs That Keep Them Focused
Janeya Body
Track meets can last for 5 hours, but an individual athlete may compete for only a few minutes. One of the challenges facing athletes is staying energized and focused on their...
The Last Ascent: A Farewell Climb for the Seniors Who Led the Way
Lia Fuerst
Before chalk dust filled the air, the Tosa Fireflies climbing team gathered in a quiet circle, exchanging hugs and memories after a heartfelt four years. For the senior climbers,...
Tosa West Sprinters Push Past Physical and Mental Limits in High School Track Season
Janeya Body
Being a Tosa West sprinter not only requires intense bursts of muscle and physical energy, but also requires mental strength and focus. “My mind goes blank, I get my...
Feature Athlete: Keira Fax
MaryEllen Millenbach
How do you manage two sports at a time? What is your schedule like? It has been time consuming, but super rewarding to balance two sports at once. I usually spend after...
Brewers Season Brings Excitement to Tosa West Fans
Brandon Wuerzberger, Keira Grusnick
Students and teachers share their love for the atmosphere, food, and rising stars as the Milwaukee Brewers kicks off their 2025 season. The Milwaukee Brewers season started...