West Aurora High School homecoming celebration
Cara McLear, left, and Emerson Laufenberg are queen and king at the Mr. and Miss West Aurora High School homecoming celebration at September 24.
West Aurora goes golden for pediatric cancer awareness
West Aurora High School’s football game vs. South Elgin was golden Friday, Sept. 19. Celebrating Pediatric Cancer Month, students, staff, and others donned gold-colored T-shirts to support Cal’s Angels. The St. Charles-based nonprofit foundation is dedicated to granting wishes, raising pediatric cancer awareness and funding research. Gold is the color
High School Football: West Aurora vs. South Elgin
West Aurora High School’s Bryce Riley (8) runs behind blocker James Roundy (32) against South Elgin Friday, Sept. 19.
High School football: West Aurora vs. Glenbard East
West Aurora High School’s Bryce Riley (8) runs upfield against Glenbard East defenders Friday, Sept. 5.
High school football: West Aurora vs. Hinsdale Central
West Aurora High School’s Bryce Younie (6) tackles a Hinsdale Central ball carrier Friday, Aug. 29.
Two students achieve perfect ACT scores at West Aurora H.S.
West Aurora High School is proud to announce that two members of the Class of 2026, Emerson Laufenberg and Joshua Hoecker, have each achieved a perfect composite score of 36 on the ACT (American College Test), a standardized exam used for college admissions. A perfect ACT score is a distinction
West Aurora High School wins ‘Big Butts’ linemen’s challenge
West Aurora High’s football linemen won the school’s 2025 “Battle of the Big Butts” competition at West July 10. Showcasing nearly 400 athletes in 79 teams from 25 suburban schools, the 26th annual event took place in and around Ormond Stadium. Mike Runge, event coordinator and West assistant football coach,
Battle of the Big Butts, lineman challenge July 10
West Aurora High School’s football program has announced its 25th annual “Battle of the Big Butts” competition for area high school linemen at 3 p.m. Thursday, July 10 at West Aurora High School Football Stadium, 1244 Plum Street, Aurora. Mike Runge, West Aurora assistant football coach and Big Butts coordinator,
City of Aurora donates hybrid vehicle to West Aurora HS
The City of Aurora’s Fleet Maintenance Division is excited to announce the donation of a retired hybrid fleet vehicle to West Aurora High School’s Automotive and Technical Center. The Center, which offers automotive technology classes that specialize in various areas of study, including brakes and computer control, will utilize the
Little Mermaid play, West Aurora
West Aurora High School’s fine arts department will stage “The Little Mermaid” at 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, April 24-26 and a “Tea under the Sea” luncheon with cast members Sunday, April 27. Performances will take place in the school auditorium at 1201 W. New York Street in Aurora. “Little
27th East Aurora vs. West Aurora alumni game
East Aurora High School alumnus, Tom Okapal, right, is fouled by a West Aurora alum Friday, April 11 at East Aurora.
East vs. West alumni basketball game April 11
The 27th annual East Aurora vs. West Aurora alumni basketball game will be Friday, April 11, at 6 p.m. at East Aurora High School, 500 Tomcat Lane in Aurora. Proceeds will benefit the Marie Wilkinson Child Development Center in Aurora. The public is invited. Admission is $10 for adults, $8
West Aurora Distinguished Alumni Hall of Honor inductees
The A+ Foundation for West Aurora Schools will honor the Distinguished Alumni Hall of Honor recipients on April 25 and 26. This year’s inductees, Dr. Paul Eccher (Class of 1981) and Col. Richard Taylor (Class of 1996), will be formally recognized during the celebration. The recipients are scheduled to spend
West Aurora High School 17th annual Fine Arts Festival
West Aurora High School returned its 17th annual Fine Arts Festival Saturday, March 1. Featuring student graphic and performing artists, the festival included concerts from ensembles from elementary and middle schools and West High. Demonstrations included students crafting creations from clay and others making original paintings as visitors watched. Event
High School basketball: West Aurora vs. Glenbard South
West Aurora High School’s Serenity Evans (14) drives to the hoop guarded by Glenbard South’s Kaitlin Erickson (5) Tuesday, Feb. 11.
High School basketball: East Aurora vs. West Aurora
West Aurora High School’s Jaden Thomas (23) drives against East Aurora’s Davion Jackson (23), Chris Alavrado (12) and Fulse Truth (20) Friday.
West Aurora High School 2025 Athletic Hall of Fame inductees
West Aurora High School 2025 Athletic Hall of Fame inductees pose for a reception Saturday, Feb. 1.
High School basketball: West Aurora vs. Downers Grove South
West Aurora High School’s Terrence Smith (5) is in a battle with Downers Grove South’s Adam Flowers (3) Saturday.
High School Basketball: West Aurora vs. Elgin
West Aurora High School’s Jaden Edwards (3) shoots over Elgin’s Adrian Jackson (33) Tuesday, Jan. 8.
West Aurora announces Hall of Fame Class of 2025
West Aurora High School is proud to announce the newest members of its Athletic Hall of Fame. These exceptional individuals have made significant contributions to the school’s athletic legacy. The 2025 inductees are: Shannon (Brooks) Rutherford; Lauren (Henry) Cahill; Don Landgraf; Austin Real; and Josh Zinzer. These remarkable alumni will