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The Occidentalist

The Occidentalist

The Occidentalist

Ava Hickman

Ava Hickman, Social Media Team

Ava Hickman is  a junior and in her first year of working for the Occidentalist newspaper. She joined the team to be able to make more connections with her peers. Ava is on the social media team, and hopes to be in charge of it one day. Outside of school, Ava is a varsity rower for the Tritons rowing team, she also enjoys being in nature and hanging out with her friends.

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Purdy to Principal

Purdy to Principal

Ava Hickman June 9, 2025

  In a highschool, an assistant principal is more than just an authority figure. They are someone trustworthy, someone who students can talk to, an adult who is there to help students when they’re...

A New Standard to be Set

A New Standard to be Set

Ava Hickman, Reporter May 21, 2025

  From captain of the varsity swim team to the 2025 representative of the STEM academic community, senior Kira Adams has made an incredible impression on West Senior High in her four years. Adams has...

Wrapped Up in New Changes

Wrapped Up in New Changes

Ava Hickman, Page Designer December 17, 2024

  The 2024 Spotify Wrapped has officially come out after much anticipation by fans and listeners. However, some changes have been made, and while some listeners are intrigued by the style, others are...

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