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The Student news source for West Shore Junior/Senior High School

The Roar
The Student news source for West Shore Junior/Senior High School

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Assistant Principal Mrs. Halbuer (left) passes the torch to her successor Ms. Perry (right) as a new era dawns at West Shore. I want to be a part of the enriching experiences that are a staple of the West Shore culture, said Perry

Full circle

Mariam Hassan, Roar Staff Writer
May 23, 2024
Under the direction of math teacher Debra Jerdon, members of First Priority provided funds for a foxtail palm planted outside the commons area in memory of Anisha Somasamudramath, who wouldve graduated with the class of 2024. The palm was planted by former art teacher Matt Henderson.

Palm tree planted as memorial to former student

Ella Dorfman, Editor in Chief
May 21, 2024
Journalism teacher Mark Schledorn edits a design from a students story from the latest issue of the Roar. Hes firm with a lot of stuff, but he does it in a way that maintains engagement and students self-worth, Principal Rick Fleming said.

Schle’s ride

Sofia Palermo, Entertainment Editor
May 19, 2024
Physical Education teacher Nicole Anagnostis instructs her fifth-period students how to play Kan Jam, a flying disc game, on April 25.

Heading West

Aaron Murphy, Sports Editor
May 18, 2024
Principal Rick Fleming

A final message from Principal Rick Fleming

May 16, 2024
During Power Hour in the commons area, a voter registration table was set up to help students register to vote. U.S. Government teacher Austin Glezen encouraged participation, stating, The only time we do not have a voice is when we choose not to share it. The on-campus drive was part of the Brevard County Supervisor of Elections Your Vote is Your Voice campaign aimed at boosting youth voter turnout.

Voter drive targets youth

Mariam Hassan
April 29, 2024
Principal Rick Fleming introduces Rockledge High School’s current principal Burt Clark to the West Shore faculty Thursday after school.

Passing the torch

Aaron Murphy, Sports Editor
April 21, 2024
The Melbourne Fire Department recognized coach and custodian Derrick Hamilton on April 16 with the Lifesaving Citizen Award during lunch. I would just react for anyone, Hamilton said. My love for children -- thats what it comes down to. [I am] where I am supposed to be.

Custodian turned hero

Ella Dorfman, Editor in Chief
April 10, 2024
Illustration by Addyson Leathers

Missing middle class

Ella Dorfman, Editor in Chief
March 11, 2024
Senior Kian Nezamoddini-Kachouie hangs his University of Colorado Boulder acceptance flag up in the media center Jan. 24. “I felt mildly relieved that I could get a ticket out of Florida right now,” Nezamoddini-Kachouie said.

College contention

Caroline Scott, Copy Editor
March 9, 2024
Advertising their streetwear brand, entreprenuer Jonah Vignier and his friend, Reiko Hemrick, film skating videos wearing Casa Noche merchandise. Weve done quite a few pop-up events, Greenidge said. Weve done a lot with Space Swap, which was our main collaborators and mentors. Weve done some skatepark events, too.

Thrift flip

Elena Konicki, Staff Writer
March 6, 2024
Adventurer Erik Weihenmayer presents to Brevard County ninth graders at FIT on Jan. 30.

Breaking barriers

Ashvika Maddikonda
March 4, 2024
Principal Rick Fleming formally informs Superintendent Mark Rendell of his intent to retire at the end of the school during the Feb. 6 school board meeting in Viera. “I’m getting quite nostalgic about the many years that we’ve spent together working with kids,” Fleming said. “But I know it’s time to retire.”

The search begins

Rhea Sinha, Staff Writer
March 3, 2024
Sophomore Grace Murphy gets rid of any excess chalk. When I look at the high bar, I always tell myself that I got this. Murphy said.

Just routine

Drew Newlin and Jack Grimison
February 29, 2024
Music teacher Kristen Ross instructs students at an afterschool chorus rehearsal on Feb.22.

Staying in tune

Ashvika Maddikonda
February 21, 2024
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