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Science teacher Jessica Wagner prepares a project for her students on Aug. 24, 2025.
New science teacher takes on three classes
Sophomore Isabelle Gaudry walks through the metal detector, monitored by School Resource Officer Valerie Butler, on Aug. 13. “I think [the students have] been adjusting really well," Butler said. "We've had no issues, no snafus. Everything's been running smoothly, and we've been getting kids to class on time.”
New fences, gates increase campus security
Students paint the space-themed “Class of 2025” mural on April 30.
Space Cat mural brings creativity to school hallway
The Space Coast Crew rows during a January practice.
Students join Brevard rowing club
New geometry teacher preps students for EOC
New geometry teacher preps students for EOC
(from left to right) Freshman Nikita Sinha, freshman Ava Paullin, senior Aubrey Reiter, junior Rhea Sinha, senior Katherine Arcadier and seventh grader Sophia Goranovic pose before competing against Benjamin High School for the regional competition on April 22.
Girls tennis advances to regionals
A sarcophagus made by junior Amy Billsbury stands in art teacher Jelena Robbins's room.
Art class paints on classroom walls
“Captain America: Brave New World” elicits mixed student reactions 
“Captain America: Brave New World” elicits mixed student reactions 
Sequel showdown
Sequel showdown
Art teacher Jelena Robbins back in the classroom after surgery
Putting on a Show: Spanish students create telenovelas as final project
Debate class practices congressional debate
Science teacher Jessica Wagner prepares a project for her students on Aug. 24, 2025.
New science teacher takes on three classes
Sophomore Isabelle Gaudry walks through the metal detector, monitored by School Resource Officer Valerie Butler, on Aug. 13. “I think [the students have] been adjusting really well," Butler said. "We've had no issues, no snafus. Everything's been running smoothly, and we've been getting kids to class on time.”
New fences, gates increase campus security
Students paint the space-themed “Class of 2025” mural on April 30.
Space Cat mural brings creativity to school hallway
The Space Coast Crew rows during a January practice.
Students join Brevard rowing club
New geometry teacher preps students for EOC
New geometry teacher preps students for EOC
Seniors Emily Eason (left) and Chloe Marrs pose on the beach as their graduation date approaches.
Seniors prepare to walk the graduation stage
(from left to right) Freshman Nikita Sinha, freshman Ava Paullin, senior Aubrey Reiter, junior Rhea Sinha, senior Katherine Arcadier and seventh grader Sophia Goranovic pose before competing against Benjamin High School for the regional competition on April 22.
Girls tennis advances to regionals
Boys' varsity soccer captain and senior Athan Zaiden walks across the field during a home game against Titusville High School on Dec. 10. West Shore won 5-0.
Game day jams: Hype or chill?
Senior Aubrey Reiter serves the ball during her match against Bayside on Feb. 4.
Girls tennis takes down Viera
Basketball going through a hoop
Three players from JV boys basketball move to varsity
(From left) Seniors Beau Couture, Yogi Patel, coach Corey Burton, Camden Garoust, and Christian Rebec will play their final basketball home game on Jan. 31.
Seniors bid farewell
Boys varsity basketball changes its game after losses
Boys varsity basketball changes its game after losses
DC Studios
“Superman” revives, unites in trying times
Marvel Studios
Fantastic Four steps toward success
Universal Studios
“How To Train Your Dragon” soars to new heights with live-action remake
MGM Studios
“Wednesday” season two somewhat maintains charm
Sony Animation Studios
“KPop Demon Hunters” breaks barriers, tops global charts
Out of the loop
Out of the loop
Meeting Tesla the therapy dog for the first time in Assistant Principal Sarah Perry’s office, science teacher Stefani Archibald greets her with a handshake and smile on Sept. 5.
Paws for effect
Senior Class President Blake Johnson rallies the seniors before the game on Oct. 17. “Today's senior spirit was off the charts, and the hard work that the girls put in showed in the amazing game they played," Johnson said. "I am so honored to be a part of this amazing and talented group of people. My message to the class is that seniors stay locked in and the juniors stay geeked."
Hoco happenings
The senior class celebrates after winning powder-puff on Oct. 17. “The seniors had some great spirit on the field both cheering and playing," senior Tristan McLaughlin said. "It was extremely fun producing an amazing dance and excellent chants. The victory was great and felt like a great redemption game for last year.”
Picture this | Seniors defeat juniors in powder-puff
A table with voting and registration materials was set up in the gym while Tim Bobanic, the Brevard County supervisor of elections, gave a presentation to juniors and seniors on Sept. 25.
Voting assembly makes first stop at West Shore
Senior Violet Castillo paints her parking spot on Sept. 7.
Picture this | Seniors paint their parking spots
Class of 2024 alumnus Spencer Wilson (right) acts onstage alongside sophomore Cathryn Cooper (bottom center), eighth grader Phineas Linza (top center) and junior Michael Dempsey (left) on July 20. “I played the character Golden Freddy, which was the exposition dump character of the first half of the show,” Wilson said. “But in the actual production in its entirety, I helped with getting the actors in order, I directed a little bit, and helped some of the new actors get into character. I also assisted with the choreography. I just did a bit of everything, helping out where I can.”
“Five Nights at Freddy’s: The Musical” unites theater community
The senior class celebrates after winning powder-puff on Oct. 17. “The seniors had some great spirit on the field both cheering and playing," senior Tristan McLaughlin said. "It was extremely fun producing an amazing dance and excellent chants. The victory was great and felt like a great redemption game for last year.”
Picture this | Seniors defeat juniors in powder-puff
Senior Violet Castillo paints her parking spot on Sept. 7.
Picture this | Seniors paint their parking spots
The senior class celebrates after winning powder-puff on Oct. 17. “The seniors had some great spirit on the field both cheering and playing," senior Tristan McLaughlin said. "It was extremely fun producing an amazing dance and excellent chants. The victory was great and felt like a great redemption game for last year.”
Picture this | A year in photos (2025-2026)
Seventh graders locate their next target during "Wildcats on the Prowl" on Aug. 15.
Picture this | Seventh graders complete traditional scavenger hunt
Senior Laith Zavala gives an air-guitar performance during the Spring Fling on March 13. Senior Laith Zavala strums an imaginary guitar during a competition. “Me, the lads, the gentlemen and the gentlewomen had amazing performances,” Zavala said. “For the first time, I like an event here and I hope they make it a tradition to inspire young cats to get wild and rock’n’roll.”
Picture this | A year in photos (2024-2025)
Juniors listen to senior class officer candidates' speeches in the gym on April 23.
Picture this | Senior class officer candidates give speeches
The flop of a showgirl
The flop of a showgirl
DC Studios
“Superman” revives, unites in trying times
Marvel Studios
Fantastic Four steps toward success
Universal Studios
“How To Train Your Dragon” soars to new heights with live-action remake
MGM Studios
“Wednesday” season two somewhat maintains charm
Sony Animation Studios
“KPop Demon Hunters” breaks barriers, tops global charts
Senior Laith Zavala gives an air-guitar performance during the Spring Fling on March 13. Senior Laith Zavala strums an imaginary guitar during a competition. “Me, the lads, the gentlemen and the gentlewomen had amazing performances,” Zavala said. “For the first time, I like an event here and I hope they make it a tradition to inspire young cats to get wild and rock’n’roll.”
Paradigm shift
Tug of war
Tug of war
Suffocated by security
Suffocated by security
Max Madl appears at his school board campaign booth through a virtual call due to a flight cancellation in August 2024.
Growing pains
Journalism's success derives from culture
Journalism’s success derives from culture
Illustration by Addyson Leathers
Mini media
The flop of a showgirl
The flop of a showgirl
DC Studios
“Superman” revives, unites in trying times
Marvel Studios
Fantastic Four steps toward success
Universal Studios
“How To Train Your Dragon” soars to new heights with live-action remake
MGM Studios
“Wednesday” season two somewhat maintains charm
Sony Animation Studios
“KPop Demon Hunters” breaks barriers, tops global charts
Ashur Wiedrich: teacher, actor, author, coach
Math teacher has unexpected hobby
Do new security measures make students feel safer?
Therapy dog makes presence on campus
Students required to wear ID badges
Remembering the Sept. 11 attacks
Reading under review
Tea time with Fleming
Fleming Chronicles: Graduation Curveball
Pioneering Pathways
Ella Dorfman: “Teacher Fear”
Fleming Chronicles: Hiring Frenzy
Ashur Wiedrich: teacher, actor, author, coach
Math teacher has unexpected hobby
Do new security measures make students feel safer?
Therapy dog makes presence on campus
Students required to wear ID badges
Remembering the Sept. 11 attacks
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Lauralai Gant

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Senior Class President Blake Johnson rallies the seniors before the game on Oct. 17. “Today's senior spirit was off the charts, and the hard work that the girls put in showed in the amazing game they played," Johnson said. "I am so honored to be a part of this amazing and talented group of people. My message to the class is that seniors stay locked in and the juniors stay geeked."

Hoco happenings

Lauralai Gant, Staff Writer
October 22, 2025
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