Mitchell Fox | June 7, 2021 Sometimes, when it comes to school clubs, we forget about the greater impact that they can have beyond raising school funds or boosting student life. We fail to remember that the fun events that we attend are being held not only for our own pleasure, but for a greater purpose. Of course, it does not help that during this crazy, lockdown-filled year, all events seem to lose their meaning. A rare chance to see our friends and fellow students? Yes. Bu

Sanesha Hajiyanee | May 28, 2021 "This year has been a crazy one, and it has been even more difficult for students to find different opportunities to help sculpt their futures. It’s hard to find help for all of these aspects of high school, but with the help of this information session, students were able to figure out some pieces of the puzzle when it comes to what is next." On Friday, May 7, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. the Student Activity Council held their final event for this whi

Sydney Norrie | May 14, 2021 In light of all of the tough times that we have all faced, The Woodstock decided it would be a nice change to write something uplifting, and hopefully, relatable for all of our readers. So we looked into what was going on in the homes of Woodlands students, since, after all, they have been spending a lot of time in them. Without a doubt, we are all spending a lot of time at home. Image courtesy of Ronik A. There is no doubt that the COVID-19 pand

Shayna Sharma | April 30, 2021 This is the second edition of a two-part series of interviews with the Woodlands' Student Activity Council's Grade Representatives. This edition comes with the grade 9 and 10 students. To take a look at our grade 11 and 12 interview, check out this link. The Student Activity Council plays a huge role at The Woodlands. However, COVID-19 and distance learning have greatly affected the way SAC has run this year. To gain an insight into this and som

Interview with Grade 11 and 12 Reps - Geffrey Chu & Julia Issa Sanesha Hajiyanee | April 10, 2021 This interview has been edited and cut down for clarity. The interview was conducted in advance to some current situations, such as the third wave of COVID-19. The Student Activity Council is a huge part of The Woodlands community; they play an important role in getting students involved in school life, and helping them to enjoy their high school years. The SAC is made up of a co

Aarian Bhakoo | April 15, 2021 Some answers have been edited or cut down for clarity. This new club at The Woodlands brings a unique mix of educating, raising awareness and holding events, all for the cause of homelessness and related social problems. They will continue to bring forth new events and new ideas, all with the goal to "pass it on, pass it on., pass it on...". My first touchpoint with the Hot Potato Initiative was an Instagram post that happened to cross my eyes o

We spoke to coaches, WAA executives and the Athletes of the Year themselves to get some insight to the incredible talent and sportsmanship that these athletes showed on and off the field. The strength of The Woodlands' athletics shown brightly. Sydney Norrie | April 9, 2020 Celebrating the accomplishments of students is such a special part of the high school experience. On February 23, though few events have taken place over the last year, The Woodlands was fortunate to get a

Spotlight on Black Community Members in Peel Naya Sharma | March 18, 2021 Every February, we celebrate Black History Month, a month dedicated to recognizing the achievements and contributions of the Black community. But one month of dedication is never enough to sufficiently recognize the influence of a culture or of such a large group of people over time. Hence, we at The Woodstock thought that we would provide you with a bit of insight into a few important Black figures fr

By Aarian Bhakoo | February 26, 2021 Editor Note: This interview took place prior to the changes which took place at the position of Prinicipal of the Woodlands. We have no details on that situation as of this time. Amidst the vast changes that have taken place at The Woodlands this year in the wake of COVID-19, a significant one has quietly occurred within the school’s staff and administration. This year, The Woodlands Secondary School had the pleasure of welcoming Mr. Art

Being a Teacher During a Global Pandemic: An insight into their challenges and their opinions on these unique times Sydney Norrie | February 5, 2021 This time in our lives is definitely one that none of us will ever forget. From masks to quarantines, D2L to Google Meets, we have all had to make drastic changes to how we live our daily lives. But students are not alone in this situation. Teachers have had to learn how to do their jobs in a whole new way. Whether you look at

Olivia Hendrikx | Feb 3, 2021 At The Woodlands, equality is highly valued and students fight every day to create change in their community. The Black Students Association is just one example of how our school raises awareness for important social issues. The Black Students Association (BSA) is a group of grade 7-12 students who are ambassadors of the Black community at The Woodlands. They share a passion and commitment to spread awareness of racism in the local and global com

Om Shanbhag December 11, 2020 The Woodlands Secondary School was imposing and intimidating when I first visited. The Grade 8 Open House was painfully scripted. Once I got bored, I checked the bag of flyers that we were given at the door and pulled out a copy of the Woodlands Woodstock. In those 10 pages, I saw life at the Woodlands. Pages full of information on Prefects, SAC, and International Bazaar flooded my vision. I saw students, teachers, and a Ram, all happily

By Olivia Hendrikx December 10, 2020 While the title “prefect” can sometimes seem authoritative and disciplinary - even threatening - it means something different at The Woodlands. It represents a leader; an ambassador; and most likely, a student looking for an opportunity to make a difference. And in the world we live in, that is something truly special. The Prefects are a student-led group at The Woodlands Secondary School that function as ambassadors for the st

Mitchell Fox November 23, 2020 Released December 8, 2020 It is a crazy time for all high school students, but this is accelerated for students in a new school. So if you are new to The Woodlands, this one is for you. The Woodlands Woodstock is the school newspaper at the Woodlands Secondary, and our job is to help build a strong community at the school by keeping the student body, staff and parents updated and connected. So we thought that a part of this

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, Woodlands debate led the way in a new technological age of extracurriculars. Brendan Lin @WoodsClubs | December 8, 2020 Unlike most pursuits popular among the academically inclined, debate requires neither physical implements nor stiff, formal attire. Indeed, the 2018 Woodlands In-House tournament was won by a team clothed solely in pyjamas. (One half of that team, Nyla Syed, is now co-president of the club.) These factors make debate almost un

Mitchell Fox November 5, 2020 Released December 7, 2020 **This is the first article of The Woodlands Woodstock Returns** On many occasions, I have been asked by parents and students the same perilous question: “What is Woodstock?”. While I would like to make a sarcastic quip about the music festival held in the summer of 1969, I tend to revert back to the same basic answer; “It’s the school newspaper!”. And that it is. We are a club dedicated to

Mitchell Fox December 2019 Note: This is the extended version of an article in the printed edition for Semester 1. At the Woodlands Secondary School, no one thing sticks out more than the rest. This applies for academics - from music and drama to math and science, every subject has brought accolades of some variety - and for extracurriculars - as clubs such as Robotics, DECA and Debate join sports teams in

Tamanaa Hotaki & The Woodstock Team January 2020 The Woodlands elementary sports teams this year have had loads of fun, and have also had some successes. We’ve had many sports teams like soccer, CO-ED flag football, and volleyball. The girls and boys volleyball teams had a riveting rivalry to beat each other, which from my personal experience helped motivate the girls team when they lost hope. Both teams trie

Tamanaa Hotaki January 2020 From creating spirit days to organizing dances, VOICE is all of the high school’s clubs put together as one. This Student Activity Council (SAC)-like club organizes spirit events, such as “we rule the school day”, in which the elementary students take charge of the cafeteria due to the absence of the high school students as a result of exams. They raise

By: Nidhi Vasani December 2019 Everyone loves a good underdog story. The story of the Varsity Girls Flag Football team is probably the best one you’ve heard in a while. We started the season in the first week of September. Our three captains jumped on the opportunity to recruit anyone and everyone - from new ninth graders to returning grade twelves - as soon as possible. After three sets of tr