Student History Student History: Dances Learn about the history of some long-standing and former school dances like the Sadie Hawkins Dance, the Sparta Dance, and Prom. Student History: Extracurriculars Learn about some of the extracurricular activities that have been an important facet of student life at West Springfield since its earliest days. Student History: School Spirit Learn about some long-standing and former school spirit traditions such as Donkey Basketball, Mr. Spartan, and Springfield Stars. Student History: Technology Learn how changes in technology have changed the ways West Springfield students live and learn. WSHS 1970s - Fashion Groovy, hippie-inspired styles swept the 1970s proving that the decade was to be all about individuality. WSHS 1980s - Fashion The funky decade of the 1980s saw layered workout gear and fancy clothes, making for a decade filled with some interesting style. WSHS 1990s - Fashion From dark grunge flannels to bright and colorful hip hop styles, 1990s fashion styles were an outgrowth of the creative times. Student History: 2000's Fashion An array of styles shined through during the early 2000s, creating a decade that valued comfort over style. Return to School History