Hope Lives at Washington

By: Genesis King

Washington High social worker Aarion Rideaux poses happily in front of her meaningful “Hope” sign that sits directly above her desk on February 6th, 2020 at Washington High school.  Rideaux wants to help every student that enters her office. “This is a safe place where hope lives”. Aarion said.

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Helping Hand

By: Casey Yang

Pashia Vang poses in the JROTC hallway at Washington High School on January 31st, 2020. As one of the best cadets in Washington High School, she helps other cadets to reach their goal. “I’ll continue to help others and myself.” said Pashia. 

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To Be The Change, You Gotta ‘Lovett’ 1st

By: Andrew Goering

Ms. Lovett talks about the Black Student Union at Washington High School on February 3, 2020. She wants to address the black student representation issues, as well as educate others about black culture through cultural events including other cultural groups. “Black Student Union hopes to bring joy to Washington High School. We hope to change the narrative of black students at Washington High School”. Ms. Lovett said.

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Bowling Right Up My Alley

By: Kevin Chairez - Ramirez 

Senior Wildcat bowler Mekhi Brening poses with his plaque at the Lawrence Free State High School Tournament on January 10th, 2020. Mekhi won the tournament with a score of 676, taking home the trophy for Washington High School’s bowling team. “The mentality that I need to get in before heading into regionals is what I have to expect when I go into state.” Mekhi said.

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🏅Washington’s First Exceeding Unit🏅

Washington’s First Exceeding Unit  

By: Pashia Vang

Cadet Col. Angel Bailey smiles proudly in the Washington High School’s JROTC flightline on February 4th, 2020. The Cadet Wing Commander hopes to continue to succeed after the program. She worked hard, along with the leadership team, with the goal to show the Air Force that Washington’s AFJROTC unit was a good one in the inspection, which comes every 3 years, held on January 27, 2020. “I definitely knew we were going to be an Exceeds Standards [one of the highest JROTC inspection ratings]. We have a lot of good cadets in our program.” Bailey said.

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A New Member for a Great Team

By: Christain Graves

Washington High School newest Cross Country member Kamari Williamson as he is going to do his practices to prepare for his upcoming races on September 16, 2019. Kamari is on our JV cross country team. ’’The key is breathing correctly when running, that will help you the most in my opinion’’ Kamari said.

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Back at it Again With the Wildcats

By: Gerardo Angel

The Washington Wildcats prepare to play a match vs Schlage at the Washington stadium on September 17th at 6:00pm. This is a league game so its better for them to win league games so they can win league once again. “I think that they are going to do good if they work more on the defense because the offense is already good” said Peter a member of the Wildcat soccer team.

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She's Fierce

By: Olivia Gipson

Wash House volleyball player Sydney Simmons lunges to spike the ball on September 13th. As of last year Sydney became more active in school sports and has been motivated to stay active. “Sports is a good way to put yourself out there and meet new people, I’m glad I was given the opportunity to play” Sydney said.

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Once a Wildcat, Always a Wildcat

By: Anel Alvarez

Cassandra Beltran a senior at Washington HS is excited about graduation being around the corner, graduation will take place at Memorial Hall on May 19th, 2020 at 7p.m. She plans on attending K-state right after high and going in to Criminology as a CSI. “ I’m excited to see what my future holds for me but most importantly I’m excited to make my parents proud and live a good life.” said Beltran.

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JROTC: A Pathway to Future Benefits

By: Diyana Tial

Class of 2019 student Elizabeth Zing, poses confidently in the ROTC room at
Washington High School. Many memories have been made here for Elizabeth. “Being
in JROTC was the best decision I made in high school. I was given the opportunity to
exemplify leadership skills by obtaining the honor of being the wing commander for
the 2018-2019 JROTC year of Washington High School.” Elizabeth said.

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Cats Gone Wild!!!

By: Tiy’Nia Chaplin

Photo By Ms. Sisco

Washington High School football team being interviewed by 41 Action News on Monday september 9th, 2019 as Wildcat players Tywan Muturi and Thomas Anderson receive the Hyvee Player of the Week award. The players were noticed after they put on a show in their first game against Atchison. “Every single position is important from the coach to the team, to the managers. It takes a team to win.” Said Coach Smith the head coach of the Wildcats pictured  on the far right front row.

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GOOOO WILDCATS!!

By: Adijah Darden

Photo By Ms. Sisco

Washhouse Cheerleaders cheering on the Wildcat football team on September 6th, during the first home conference game of the season at Washington High school. The cheerleaders screamed and chanted our team, boosting their encouragement. “When we’re together we communicate with each other and have each other’s backs. I love my cheer team..” said senior Keiana Yarbrough, pictured standing in the first row, second from the left.

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I’m The Man

By: Romaire Curry

Wyandotte Daily

Washington senior Tywan Muturi holds up the belt he received for defensive player of the game on September 6th, 2019 at Washington High School. Tywan is now leading the state of Kansas in interceptions so far this season in only his second year of high school football. “This season is going to be one to remember” Tywan said.

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You Just Got Served

By: Analiese Villanueva

Washington volleyball player Charlize O’Dell prepares to spike the ball at
Washington High School on September 5th, 2019. Charlize is on both the
freshman and Junior Varsity team. “Don’t get mad at your mistakes, do your best
and use your knee pads!” , Charlize said. 

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Wildcats are Forever

By: Camron Smith

KSU Advisor Chris Hullaby poses proudly in the College & Career Center at Washington High School on September 16th, 2019.  Mr. Hullaby graduated from Washington High School just six years ago and is elated to help students who walk the same halls as he once did. “My main purpose is to help kids from Wyandotte County go to a four year college.” Mr. Hullaby said.

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