Articles By: Allison Ho

Similar Artists: Maroon 5, The Script, The Fray
Courtesy by: Interscope Records
Grade: A

OneRepublic attempts to go “Native”

The album “Native,” not only has the typical OneRepublic sound, but also a new indie vibe.

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Sonic Dash is a fast paced games that will definitely test the players skills. Wipe with a finger dodge, jump, and run to receive the highest distance.Rating: ACourtesy of SEGA

Sonic dashes for coins and distance in ‘Sonic Dash’

Sonic Dash is a fast paced games that will definitely test the players skills. Wipe with a finger dodge, jump, and run to receive the highest distance.

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Spotify makes it easier to discover new and exciting artists. With all of the features that it offers, Spotify enhances the music streaming experience.Rating: BCourtesy of Spotify

Spot new music with ‘Spotify’

Spotify makes it easier to discover new and exciting artists. With all of the features that it offers, Spotify enhances the music streaming experience.

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Sophomore Zowie Hart studies for the AP World History practice exam after school.Photo Credit: Allison Ho

AP World History teachers offer mock exam

AP World History students can take a mock exam on April 8 and April 15.

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The Cauliflower Cream Cheese soup is one of Pâtisserie Manon's new and delicious soups.Photo Credit: Allison Ho

‘Pâtisserie Manon’ amazing at first bite

Pâtisserie Manon is a small French bakery and bistro that offers a cultured experience.

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Sophomore Joseph Salvador and senior Alejandro Sanchez participate in "Dress vs Vest Day."Photo Credit: Allison Ho

Battle of the Sexes wrap-up

From February 25 through March 1, students showed their spirit and rooted for either the boys or the girls as part of the Battle of the Sexes competition.

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Cordy 2: Saving the planet again

Cordy 2 is the fun new sequel to Cordy. In this game, the robots once again, depend on Cordy to save the day.

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Photo Credit: Allison Ho

Preparations for technology conference underway

The students in the Website Design, Video Game Technology and Broadcast Journalism are teaming up for the “Girls in Tech” conference.

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Abigayle Andoy, sophomore, sketches out one of her ideas for her skirt design.Photo Credit: Allison Ho

Fashion design sophomores create spring apparel

Sophomores in Mrs. Sheilah Petrosky’s fashion design class will be designing and customizing wearable skirts.

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The Lumineers unique style and perspective on love should please all.Similar Artists: Mumford & Sons, Of Monsters & Men, Diana JonesRating: B+Courtesy of Dualtone

Folk-heavy sounds from ‘Lumineers’

The Lumineers unique style and perspective on love should please all.

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Photo Credit: Allison Ho

‘The Carmel Room’ a traditional steakhouse experience

The Carmel Room is an elegant, French inspired steakhouse that is located inside the Rampart Casino.

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Editor-in-Chief Allysa Sutton hangs up their most recent awards.Photo Credit: Allison Ho

Southwest Shadow earns recognition

SWCTA’s journalism staff were awarded the NSPA All-American Ranking, with Five Marks of Distinction, and have been recognized as a CSPA Gold Medalist.

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Jonathan Jackson, sophomore, is playing his bass guitar. This is the sixth instrument he has learned.Photo Credit: Allison Ho

Rocking the bass guitar world: Meet Jonathan Jackson

Sophomore Jonathan Jackson already knows how to play the trumpet, snare, piano, ukulele, and saxophone and now it’s time for his next instrument: the bass guitar.

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