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Wauwatosa East and West Student News

The Tosa Compass

5 Reasons Why You Should Read the Federalist Papers

5 Reasons Why You Should Read the Federalist Papers

Mateusz Zielonka, Writer March 7, 2024

I was sitting in an American Public Policy class,watching a documentary about the Constitution. It featured Peter Sagal driving on a motorcycle with a copy of the Constitution. I thought back to the footage...

Locks of Love – Gallery

Cooper Whale and Eve Lazarski February 16, 2024

Wauwatosa West held their annual Locks of Love assembly on Wednesday, February 14th, Valentine's day. Locks of Love is a nonprofit that turns donated hair into wigs for children with hair loss. "The...

OPINION - The Israel-Gaza War and Viewing People As Monoliths

OPINION – The Israel-Gaza War and Viewing People As Monoliths

Aidan Barney, Editor January 25, 2024

Over the past 3 months you’ve likely heard of the chaos that has been engulfing Israel and the Palestinian territory of Gaza, with rockets being levied by both the Israeli government as when as Hamas...

Wauwatosa West Chess Club Builds Community & Passion

Wauwatosa West Chess Club Builds Community & Passion

Avianah Zarnowski December 21, 2023

“One thing that really sets our club apart is that the people in our club are very motivated to learn on our own. We all have the same passion [for chess],” says club president Harrison Liang. “So...

Bluey Review: A must watch for viewers of all ages.

Bluey Review: A “must watch” for viewers of all ages.

Ricky Shay, Writer December 19, 2023

Just another show with a blue dog?   While Bluey may seem like just another kids show, it has an amazing take on modern comedy and other popular topics in pop culture. Bluey is a charming series...

West Boys Basketball Gallery

West Boy’s Basketball Gallery

Cooper Whale, Photographer December 19, 2023

1989 Taylors Version Review

1989 Taylor’s Version Review

Lucy Koch, reporter December 15, 2023

Taylor Swift’s breakthrough into the music world in 2014 was marked by the release of 1989, the ultimate pop music album of my generation. The 13 track album -19 in the deluxe version- contained songs...

Gallery - West Girls Basketball 12/2

Gallery – West Girls’ Basketball 12/2

Cooper Whale December 5, 2023
WEST GIRLS’ VARSITY BASKETBALL FALLS TO SUSSEX HAMILTON - On Friday night, December 1st, the Wauwatosa West Girls’ Varsity team lost to Sussex Hamilton, 54-43. Despite the loss, players were feeling good about the season: “We are feeling really good and eager to see where the season takes us. The team is really connected and with the talent and leadership we have it is easy to stay optimistic about the rest of the season!” Says junior Grace Kleier.
West Attendance Initiative Day Held November 20th

West Attendance Initiative Day Held November 20th

Devin Long, Emmersen Weber, and Evelyn Davis November 20, 2023

The first ever "incentive day" will be held following 7th hour on Tuesday, November 20th. The 55 minute long period is a reward for students who have fewer than 9 tardies, 3 unexcused absences, and no...

Student Pit Orchestra Supports Frozen Production

Student Pit Orchestra Supports Frozen Production

Devin Long, Emmersen Weber, and Evelyn Davis November 16, 2023

The Wauwatosa West pit orchestra performs with all of the original music for Disney’s Frozen Broadway Musical, which is currently ongoing. The musical opened on November 10th. The Tosa West Theater is...

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