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Keeping Alden Connected!

WACS News.

Keeping Alden Connected!

WACS News.

Keeping Alden Connected!

WACS News.

2024-2025 Staff

Gwen Krieb
Publisher

Gwen Krieb

Gwen Krieb is a senior at Alden High School whose dedication to her community and her passions shines through in everything she does. Whether she's leading student organizations, playing varsity soccer, or contributing to school news, Gwenâ...

Emma Everett
Executive Producer

Emma Everett

Emma Everett is a senior at Alden High School who brings energy, leadership, and creativity to everything she does. As a varsity cheerleading captain, Emma's passion for school spirit is evident both on the field and in the classroom. Whe...

General Assignment Reporter

Brookelyn Coia

Meet Brookelyn Coia, a 14-year-old sophomore at Alden High School known for her outgoing personality and infectious energy. With four siblings—including Joey and Lexi Coia, who are familiar faces at the school—and two supportive parents...

Ceilia Olejniczak
General Assignment Reporter

Ceilia Olejniczak

Celia Olejniczak stands out as an energetic student involved in activities that bring her joy and foster creativity. With active participation in the art club, school plays and musicals, as well as holding the role of vice president...

Brayden Khork
General Assignment Reporter

Brayden Khork

Brayden Khork is a one-of-a-kind personality with a mix of quirky passions and thoughtful perspectives. Whether he's marveling at Muscovy ducks in Florida or diving deep into mythology, Brayden finds joy in life's little oddities. He’s th...

Jon Koch
Sports Reporter

Jon Koch

Jonathan "Jon" Koch is a dedicated athlete and new member of WACS who brings his passion for sports and a laid-back personality to the halls of Alden High School. As a two-sport athlete, Jon plays a pivotal role on the football team, protec...

Addison Bolles
Sports Reporter

Addison Bolles

Addison Bolles, better known as Addy, is a sophomore at Alden High School who has been making a name for herself both in and out of the classroom. She has a strong athletic background, having been a member of varsity cheer for two years, va...

Emma Casillo
Sports Reporter

Emma Casillo

Emma Casillo, a sophomore at Alden High School, is making her mark both in the classroom and on the field. As a talented athlete, she excels in soccer, basketball, and track, bringing her best to each sport she plays. "Out of all three spor...

Kaitlyn Watson
Sports Reporter

Kaitlyn Watson

Kaitlyn Watson, an accomplished student-athlete at Alden High School, stands out not only for her skills in sports but also for her dedication and drive. As a key player on the basketball, softball, and volleyball teams, she brings passion ...

Lily Pendrak
Outreach Coordinator

Lily Pendrak

Lily Pendrak is a junior at Alden High School who thrives in her role as co-host on WACS Daily. With a passion for connecting with her peers and sharing important school news, Lily plays a key part in fostering school spirit and involveme...

Morgan Enser
Co-Class Producer (2,4)

Morgan Enser

Morgan Enser is a 16-year-old junior at Alden High School who brings her passion for performing arts and leadership to everything she does. Whether she's on stage in the school play or musical, or actively participating in clubs, Morgan’s...

Keaton Zaleski
Class Producer (1,3)

Keaton Zaleski

Keaton Zaleski is a junior at Alden High School who brings a lively energy to everything he does, from theater productions to his role as a host on WACS Daily. Known for his love of acting and his engaging personality, Keaton thrives in cre...

Lilly Bromstead
News Editor

Lilly Bromstead

Lilly Bromstead is a senior at Alden High School who balances a busy schedule as both an athlete and an integral part of the WACS team. As the news editor for WACS and the WACS Daily script writer, Lilly oversees the general assignment re...

Campbell Jones
Co-Class Producer (2,4)

Campbell Jones

Campbell Jones shines as a dedicated and well-rounded student at Alden High School, balancing her passion for performing arts, athletics, and club involvement. From her roles in theater productions to her participa...

Claire Estrada
Assistant Engagement Editor/Social Media

Claire Estrada

Meet Claire Estrada, a sophomore at Alden High School who is not only active but also a dependable and kind presence in the school community. She’s involved in numerous activities, including the play, musical, Donate Life, Friends of Rach...

Entertainment Reporter

Christian Bishop

Christian Bishop is a 15-year-old sophomore at Alden High School who’s always bursting with energy and ready to bring a smile to everyone’s face. Known for his cheerful personality and sense of humor, Christian loves to make others laug...

Corinne Bishop
Editor-in-Chief

Corinne Bishop

Corinne Bishop, known to many as Chach, is a senior at Alden High School who embodies dedication and leadership. Now in her second year with WACS, she has taken on the role of editor-in-chief, guiding the team with creativity and precision....

Olivia Hyna
Engagement Editor

Olivia Hyna

Olivia Hyna, a junior at Alden High School, has a clear goal for her future: becoming a high school English teacher. Her love for English drives her to excel in her favorite class as she prepares for a career dedicated to inspiring others. ...

Abigail White
Assistant Editor/Web

Abigail White

Abby White, a 16-year-old junior at Alden High School, is a dedicated student, athlete, and leader who juggles a variety of responsibilities with grace. With two siblings she loves spending time with, Abby's life is filled with family, spor...

WACS Daily Technical Producer

Claire Whiteford

Claire Whiteford is a 16-year-old junior at Alden High School, where she balances academics and sports. As a member of the varsity soccer team, she plays as a midfielder and sometimes as a striker. Claire also participates in hockey and tra...

Graphics Producer

Brody Peresan

Brody Peresan, a dedicated athlete at Alden High School, is known for his love of sports, especially baseball and football. Growing up, Brody found his passion for baseball at a young age, and it’s been his favorite sport ever...

Jessica Okoniewski
Entertainment Reporter

Jessica Okoniewski

Jess Okoniewski, a dedicated student-athlete at Alden High School, is known for her hard work and enthusiasm on and off the field. As a member of the soccer team and a participant in track and field, Jess brings energy and determination to ...

Isabella Crego
Assistant Engagement Editor/Social Media

Isabella Crego

Bella Crego, a sophomore at Alden High School, has a story of embracing change and finding joy in new experiences. Originally from Clarence, she moved to Alden in the eighth grade and now lives with her mom, stepdad, and little brother Oliv...

Tyler Lucas
Sports Media Director

Tyler Lucas

Tyler Lucas, a 16-year-old junior at Alden High School, is known for his athletic skills and dedication to sports. Whether it’s football, basketball, or baseball, he brings his all to every game. When he’s not busy playing, he’s oft...

Mikey Johnson
Entertainment Reporter

Mikey Johnson

Alden High School is home to many bright and talented students, and among them is Michael "Mikey" Johnson, whose presence shines both on and off the football field. Known primarily for his impressive skills as a football p...

Madalynn Murdoch
Graphics Producer

Madalynn Murdoch

Maddie Murdoch, a sophomore at Alden High School, is not just an excellent student and a beloved friend among her peers; she embodies kindness, creativity, and an adventurous spirit that sets her apart. Growing up in Depew, M...