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New Coach Reflects on First Season Leading PC West Girls Basketball

New Coach Reflects on First Season Leading PC West Girls Basketball

February 17, 2025

As the 2024-25 basketball season nears its end, the Putnam City West Girls Basketball team looks back on a year of growth, challenges, and determination under new head coach Kennedi Simien. Stepping into...

What if TikTok Never Came Back?

What if TikTok Never Came Back?

Darwin Reyes, Staff Writer February 17, 2025

On January 18, around 10 p.m., TikTok’s servers were shut down across the U.S., leaving millions without access to the popular app. However, the ban lasted only 12 to 14 hours before TikTok was restored. During...

Censorship in the Classroom

Censorship in the Classroom

Adrianna Lee, Staff Writer February 17, 2025

As we navigate the complex issue of censorship, it's evident that book bans pose a significant threat to our freedom of thought and intellectual exploration by limiting the accessibility to certain books....

Past Patriots, Present Wisdom

Past Patriots, Present Wisdom

January 27, 2025

The halls of Putnam City West echo with the stories of countless Patriots whose journeys began here. In Past Patriot Perspectives, we reconnect with distinguished alumni who have turned their high school...

Image of 9/11 Attacks taken from the US National Archives

TC Classic: Terror Attacks Impact Patriots

Dusty Gabus, 2001-02 Staff Writer January 7, 2025
A look back at Patriot reactions to the 9/11 attacks
From Hassle to Habit: Rethinking School IDs

From Hassle to Habit: Rethinking School IDs

Darwin Reyes, Staff Writer January 2, 2025

The National Crime Prevention Council states, “Identification cards for students, faculty, staff, and visitors increase the visibility of individuals who do not belong in the school building and make...

This article from the March 4th, 1993 Towne Cryer talks about the frequence of/attitudes about fighting. The writer's assessment rings true now, over 30 years later.

Fights unnecessary form of Entertainment

Bertha Isaula Quintero, Heather Bussard (Editorial Editor, 1993) January 1, 2025

                    This article from the March 4th, 1993 Towne Cryer talks about the frequency                 of/attitudes about fighting. The writer's assessment rings true now,...

Redemption on the field

Redemption on the field

Adrianna Lee, Staff Writer December 18, 2024

Putnam City West's football team struggled through a difficult season marked by defeats, leaving them feeling hopeless. However, homecoming day reignited their spirit, inspiring both players and fans to...

PCW Offers Roots and Wings

PCW Offers Roots and Wings

December 16, 2024
The halls of Putnam City West echo with the stories of countless Patriots whose journeys began here. In Past Patriot Perspectives, we reconnect with distinguished alumni who have turned their high school experiences into remarkable careers and meaningful lives. Each month, we’ll share their insights, achievements, and reflections on how PC West helped lay the foundation for their success. Let their stories inspire you to envision your own path beyond these walls.
Double-Tap or Tap Out?

Double-Tap or Tap Out?

Bertha Isaula Quintero December 13, 2024

                   Social media has become the biggest entertainment for teenagers the main question regarding social media, is what are the effects it has on teenagers? Social media has become...

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