Wildcat Chronicle

09/09/2025

The Wildcat Booster Club awarded $14,750 in mini-grants this year to support WCCHS sports, clubs, and activities. From new equipment for flag football to team-building for ROAR, these funds are helping our students grow both in and out of the classroom.

Read the full story here: https://wildcatchronicle.org/31701/news/booster-club-distributes-14750-in-grants-to-support-wcchs-activities/

Story by Audrey Rostwosky, Kimberly Rangel, Milly Mora-Zarco, Jason Merino, and Julianna Reid
Photos by Jonathan Saucedo and Damian Lopez

El Wildcat Booster Club otorgó $14,750 en mini-subvenciones este año para apoyar a los deportes, clubes y actividades de WCCHS. Desde nuevo equipo para flag football hasta actividades de formación de equipos para ROAR, estos fondos están ayudando a nuestros estudiantes a crecer dentro y fuera del aula.

Lea el artículo completo aquí (en inglés): https://wildcatchronicle.org/31701/news/booster-club-distributes-14750-in-grants-to-support-wcchs-activities/

Historia por Audrey Rostwosky, Kimberly Rangel, Milly Mora-Zarco, Jason Merino y Julianna Reid
Fotografías por Jonathan Saucedo y Damian Lopez

09/09/2025

*** UPDATE AS OF 7:10PM ***

The roadway has been cleared and all lanes of traffic are now open.

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West Chicago Police Officers are on scene of a traffic accident on Route 59 at Grandlake Boulevard. BOTH northbound Route 59 lanes are closed and will be until the vehicles are cleared from the scene.

Please keep this in mind during your evening travels.

09/08/2025

Perfect timing considering our most recent news article!

As political momentum for keeping classrooms phone-free grows, researchers have noted that scientific evidence for the benefits is thin. But a new study changes that econ.st/4p8WJhF

Photo: Getty Images

09/08/2025

WEGO’s first home football game of the season was one to remember! From touchdowns and halftime performances to the cheer, dance, and student section, our community showed up with incredible spirit. Relive the night through our full photo gallery: https://wildcatchronicle.org/31558/sports/steel-does-not-beat-cat-in-a-game-of-friday-night-lights/

¡El primer partido de fútbol americano en casa de WEGO fue inolvidable! Desde los touchdowns y las presentaciones del medio tiempo hasta porristas, baile y la sección de estudiantes, nuestra comunidad mostró un espíritu increíble. Reviva la noche en nuestra galería complete de fotos: https://wildcatchronicle.org/31558/sports/steel-does-not-beat-cat-in-a-game-of-friday-night-lights/

09/07/2025

District 94 rolled out its new “bell-to-bell, no cell” phone policy at West Chicago Community High School at the start of the semester. Students and staff share mixed reactions — some say it helps reduce distractions, while others raise concerns about safety, stress, and flexibility in study hall.

Read the full story here: https://wildcatchronicle.org/31545/news/students-staff-react-to-new-cell-phone-policy/

El Distrito 94 implementó su nueva política de “sin celular de campana a campana” en la escuela secundaria de West Chicago. Estudiantes y personal comparten reacciones mixtas: algunos dicen que ayuda a reducir distracciones, mientras que otros expresan preocupaciones sobre seguridad, estrés y flexibilidad en las horas de studio.

Lea el artículo complete (en inglés) aquí: https://wildcatchronicle.org/31545/news/students-staff-react-to-new-cell-phone-policy/

09/06/2025

DuPage County Animal Services is offering a free vaccine and microchip clinic! Monday, September 8, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Cat/Dog Rabies Vaccine (For pets over 4 months old)
Cat/Dog Distemper Vaccine
Cat/Dog/Rabbit Microchip and registration
2 animals per household
Line Opens at 5:00pm
Must show proof of DuPage County Residency
Rabies Tag/Registration is not included, $18 for altered or

09/06/2025

West Chicago flag football defeated Glenbard South 30–6, and our Reporter of the Week captured all the action.

📸 View the full slideshow here: https://wildcatchronicle.org/31525/sports/slideshow-west-chicago-tops-glenbard-south-in-30-6-road-win/ -photo

El equipo de flag football de West Chicago derrotó a Glenbard South 30–6, y nuestros fotógrafos capturaron toda la acción.

📸 Mira la galería completa aquí: https://wildcatchronicle.org/31525/sports/slideshow-west-chicago-tops-glenbard-south-in-30-6-road-win/ -photo

09/05/2025

WEGO realizó su primer Día de Seguridad este otoño, combinando simulacros de incendio, tornado y encierro, al mismo tiempo que implementó nuevas medidas de seguridad como puertas de aulas cerradas con llave y mapas de evacuación actualizados.

Conozca más sobre cómo estos cambios están dando forma a la seguridad en West Chicago High: https://wildcatchronicle.org/31501/news/la-seguridad-toma-protagonismo-con-nuevos-simulacros-y-politicas-en-wcchs/

09/05/2025

WEGO launched its first-ever Safety Day this fall, combining fire, tornado, and lockdown drills while rolling out new safety measures like locked classroom doors and updated evacuation maps.

Learn more about how these changes are shaping safety at West Chicago High: https://wildcatchronicle.org/31492/news/safety-takes-center-stage-with-new-drills-policies-at-wcchs/

09/04/2025

West Chicago Community High School has opened the new STEP Center, a space designed for young adults ages 18–22 who receive transition services after high school. In the center, students practice life skills such as cooking, laundry, budgeting, and personal care — all aimed at preparing them for greater independence.

Read more: https://wildcatchronicle.org/31469/news/step-center-helps-graduates-build-life-skills-for-independence/

La escuela secundaria comunitaria de West Chicago ha inaugurado el nuevo STEP Center, un espacio diseñado para jóvenes de 18 a 22 años que reciben servicios de transición después de graduarse de la escuela. En el centro, los estudiantes practican habilidades de la vida diaria como cocinar, lavar la ropa, administrar un presupuesto y el cuidado personal, todo con el objetivo de prepararlos para una mayor independencia.

La historia completa está disponible en inglés aquí: https://wildcatchronicle.org/31469/news/step-center-helps-graduates-build-life-skills-for-independence/