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

The Roar

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

The Roar

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

The Roar

2023-2024 Staff

Ella Dorfman
Editor in Chief

Ella Dorfman

Hi, I’m Ella! This is my third year on staff. I am so excited to carry on the torch this year and to continue to grow as a journalist. My favorite stories to cover are news and features.

Ashvika Maddikonda
Managing Editor

Ashvika Maddikonda

Hi! My name is Ashvika. This is my second year on staff, and I am the magazine’s managing editor. Aside from writing, I like to run and hike.

Ashley Grant
Social Media Editor

Ashley Grant

My name is Ashley Grant, and this is third year being a writer on the Roar staff. I am a part of West Shore's varsity cheer team and am really excited to be on staff.

Aaron Murphy
Sports Editor

Aaron Murphy

Hi. My name is Aaron Murphy. I'm a senior, and this is my second year on the "Roar". I’ve been on the soccer team for five years, and I'm also on varsity track and cross country. I love history and politics, and I strive to...

Sofia Palermo
Entertainment Editor

Sofia Palermo

Hi! My name is Sofia, and this is my second year on staff. I'm also a part of West Shore's theater program, and I can't wait to see what this year brings!  

Noah Techoueyres
Opinions Editor

Noah Techoueyres

I’m Noah Techoueyres, a staff writer on the "Roar." I love the newspaper because I love writing interesting stories

Izzy Rootsey
Business Manager

Izzy Rootsey

Hi, I'm Izzy Rootsey. This is my second year on the "Roar" staff, and I'm excited to be the business manager for this year!

Caroline Scott
Copy Editor

Caroline Scott

I’m a senior, and this is my third year on the "Roar" staff. I spend my afternoons rowing for United Sculling Alliance. When I’m not in school or at crew, I can usually be found reading or looking at pictures of fall leaves.

Carter Newlin
Staff Photographer

Carter Newlin

Hey! I'm a junior and this is my first year on the "Roar" staff. I love photography, especially on film. I also play soccer for West Shore, and I'm a huge Jacksonville Jaguars fan. Duuuval and go Cats!

Jodie Wiens
Website Editor

Jodie Wiens

Hi, I’m Jodie! I’m a junior, and this is my first year on the "Roar" staff. I do Irish dance in my free time, and I’m so excited to be managing westshoreroar.com this year.

Catalina Pelli
Staff Writer

Catalina Pelli

Hello! I'm Cat, and this is my first year as a writer on the Roar staff. Besides journalism, I love creative writing and am also a member of West Shore's theater tech crew. I hope to bring light to students, individuals, and groups...

Evy Nigh
Staff Writer

Evy Nigh

Hi! I’m Evy Nigh, this is my second year on the Roar staff and I am a junior. I am currently a dance teacher, competitive dancer, and Spider-man’s #1 fan. ;)...

Drew Newlin
Staff Writer

Drew Newlin

Hi! I’m Drew Newlin. I’m a sophomore and this is my first year as a Roar staff member. I’m really big into sports, whether it’s playing basketball, watching soccer, or attending a Jaguars game at EverBank stadium.

Mariam Hassan
Staff Writer

Mariam Hassan

I'm a junior, and this is my first year on staff. During my spare time, I enjoy hanging out with friends, enjoying beautiful sunsets, and working inside a 20-foot ice cream cone. I'm looking forward to writing and sharing ...

Elena Konicki
Staff Writer

Elena Konicki

I’m a first-year sophomore on the "Roar". With all the stress stemming from the school year, writing takes my mind off of the myriad assignments I have due. The "Roar" is a wonderful outlet for me to spread news, opinions, and i...

Rhea Sinha
Staff Writer

Rhea Sinha

I'm a sophomore and a first-year writer on the staff. I love talking to people with fresh perspectives and hope to share their stories with my writing. I have played on the varsity tennis team for the past three years, and I'm...

Sophia Fetouh
Staff Writer

Sophia Fetouh

Hi! I’m Sophia and I’m a sophomore. This is my first year on the "Roar" staff, which I am very excited for. I enjoy music, poetry, and traveling.

Addyson Leathers
Staff Writer

Addyson Leathers

I’m a junior, and this is my first year on the “Roar” staff. My favorite hobby is drawing, and I love to listen to music. My favorite genres are alt-rock and 2000’s pop punk, and my favorite bands are Taking Back Sunday,...

Trey Hatter
Staff Writer

Trey Hatter

My name is Trey Hatter. This is my first year in the "Roar" staff. I love music and phone games. My zodiac sign is Virgo.

Jack Grimison
Staff Writer

Jack Grimison

Hi! I’m Jack Grimison. I’m a sophomore and this is my first year on the "Roar" staff. I love to run, play soccer, surf, and anything else that gets me moving. I also really enjoy writing, reading, and listening to music. I...

Claire King
Staff Writer

Claire King

Hello! My name is Claire King and I like to draw, garden, dance, sing, sew, and write. I am so excited to be on the "Roar" this year. I started journalism last year and fell in love with it. I hope my passion for learning, love...

Chloe Marrs
Staff Writer

Chloe Marrs

My name is Chloe Marrs, and I've always loved writing. I also cheer at West Shore, and this is my 4th season.

Aiden Dabbs
Staff Writer

Aiden Dabbs

I'm Aiden, and I'm a junior. I like skating and music, and I enjoy working on the journalism team at West Shore.