About Us

The Watchdog is Westfield High School’s student-led newspaper that covers student opinions, community and news activities, and student written short-stories.

Vision Statement

The Watchdog aspires to create a platform where students feel comfortable expressing themselves, and their hobbies, through writing.

Mission Statement

The Watchdog accomplishes its vision by publishing student written articles, poetry, and short-stories.

Features

LIAM PAYNE’S TRAGIC PASSING

Valentino Rodriguez-Fuentes, Staff Writer

December 6, 2024

With how blindsiding and devastating the death of Liam Payne was, it's easy to become engulfed in the flurry of misinformation. From false theories to convoluted timelines,...

TEACHER OF THE ISSUE: JENNA SWEITZER

October 22, 2024

Teachers are the backbone of our society and make the biggest impact on our lives. We all have stories of bad teachers who trashed our confidence that...

PASSING OF THE TORCH

Adam Azmi, Staff Writer

June 3, 2024

. This is the final issue of this year, and this year was something. From things like grades and friends to big things like learning how to drive and earning...