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Westside Wired
The Student-Run News Site of Westside High School in Omaha, Nebraska. Keeping you WIRED in to all things Westside.

Westside Wired
The Student-Run News Site of Westside High School in Omaha, Nebraska. Keeping you WIRED in to all things Westside.

Westside Wired
Alex Ingvoldstad

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief

Hey! My name is Alex. I’m a currently a senior and I’m the Editor in Chief of Westside Wired. This is my fourth year on staff! I’m involved in cheer at school and I play the saxophone.

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New scanning devices in the IMCs are a recent addition to Westside’s new safety policies.

Opinion: Safety Scanning or Big Brother?

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
April 26, 2024
As students progress in their foreign language learning, should the history of that language become an integral part of the curriculum?

Opinion: Should Foreign Language Classes Teach History?

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
January 28, 2024
Finals may leave students feeling overwhelmed: here’s how to study.

Advice: How to Study for Finals

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
December 20, 2023
Fun facts in morning announcements include groups of students

Dostal Spreads Inclusion Through Morning Announcements

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
December 18, 2023
Last year’s contestants compete at male beauty pageant

Mr. WHS Tradition to be Replaced with Dodgeball Tournament

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
November 21, 2023
Senior Yve Erickson works on project for AP 2-D

AP Art Students Put in Work to Meet Deadlines

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
November 20, 2023
Photo credit: Countryside Cones and the Bookworm Instagram

Students Work at Local Small Businesses to Help Community

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
November 6, 2023
SNHS creates projects on the school, community, and international level

Spanish National Honors Society develops new projects

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
October 31, 2023
Freshmen Reflect on First Quarter Without Off-Campus Pass

Freshmen Reflect on First Quarter Without Off-Campus Pass

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
October 2, 2023
Student-Run Social Media Pages

Student-Run Social Media Pages

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
September 18, 2023
Opinion: Should Students be Assigned Homework Over Breaks?

Opinion: Should Students be Assigned Homework Over Breaks?

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
March 31, 2023
Spotify’s newest feature is an artificial intelligence-powered DJ

Spotify AI DJ Makes its Debut

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
March 15, 2023
Physical education is often prioritized over the arts in schools, but should it be?

Opinion: Do Nebraska Schools Prioritize Physical Education More Than the Arts?

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
March 15, 2023
After a successful first year, Westside esports plans to add new games to their program.

Esports Team Looks Forward to Future Success

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
February 15, 2023
Westside Wired’s Top 10 Commercials of Super Bowl LVII

Westside Wired’s Top 10 Commercials of Super Bowl LVII

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
February 15, 2023
Mac Demarco’s sixth studio album, “Five Easy Hot Dogs” released on Jan. 20

Album Review: “Five Easy Hot Dogs” by Mac Demarco

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
January 31, 2023
Apollo poses for a photo with members of Red Shield.

Behind the mask: Students make new Apollo mascot come to life

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
January 20, 2023
Westside’s Combo Jazz Band is available to be booked for events in the Omaha area.

Westside Jazz Combo Band Performs Across Omaha

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
December 13, 2022
Everything You Need to Know About Fantasy Football “Punishments”

Everything You Need to Know About Fantasy Football “Punishments”

Alex Ingvoldstad and Marylee Vogt
November 29, 2022
Student Council and Dance Marathon teamed together to deliver this year’s Trunk or Treat.

Dance Marathon Hosts New Fundraising Event at Annual Trunk or Treat

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
November 4, 2022
Old Man Jenkins released their debut album, “Jalopy”, on Sept. 30.

Album Review: Jalopy by Old Man Jenkins

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
October 26, 2022
Indie artist Alex G released his newest album “God Save the Animals” on September 23.

Album Review: God Save the Animals by Alex G

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
October 5, 2022
WHS girls wrestling team makes impressive fundraising efforts

WHS girls wrestling team makes impressive fundraising efforts

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
September 26, 2022
Students in Warrior Theatre get the opportunity to build sets for school performances.

Warrior Theater Constructs Set for Fall Play “Clue”

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
September 13, 2022
WHS dance team begins fundraising for the year

WHS dance team begins fundraising for the year

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
September 6, 2022
8th grader Ethan Brooks will participate in the National Geography Bee this summer.

WMS Student Qualifies for Geography Bee Nationals

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
April 29, 2022
WMS Therapy Dog Creates Positive Environment

WMS Therapy Dog Creates Positive Environment

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
March 24, 2022
Science Olympiad Team Has Success at Regionals

Science Olympiad Team Has Success at Regionals

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
March 15, 2022
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[Photo] Westside Boys Lacrosse Clinic

Bekah Peters, Wired Staff Writer
February 15, 2022
Education Fair Presents New Opportunities

Education Fair Presents New Opportunities

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
February 1, 2022
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[Photo] 16 Students Earn Their CNA Certification

Bekah Peters, Wired Staff Writer
February 1, 2022
Some teams don’t receive sports lockers in the locker room.

Why Don’t Some Sports Receive Lockers?

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
January 27, 2022
Member of the Unified Bowling team at districts celebrate their second place finish.

Unified Bowling Places Second in District Finals

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
December 12, 2021
New classes will help students determine their interests, and provide guidance when selecting a possible career.

Westside High School Adds New Classes to Next Year’s Curriculum

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
November 29, 2021
The Westside Unified Basketball team allows all participants to practice and play basketball, and helps bring people of different backgrounds together.

Unified Basketball Team Begins Season

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
November 15, 2021
Swanson Elementary recently received the Blue Ribbon Award from the U.S. Department of Education.

Swanson Elementary Receives Blue Ribbon Award

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
October 6, 2021
Annual homeroom volleyball tournament allows students to bond and take a break from the school day.

Westside Holds Annual Homeroom Volleyball Tournament

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
October 1, 2021
Westside clubs hosted Club Fair Day to gain new members, and students were able to find activities that interested them at this event.

Club Fair Day Excites Students and Helps Clubs Gain Members

Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Editor in Chief
September 16, 2021
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