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An Hour In ... Chemistry Honors

An Hour In … Chemistry Honors

Crystalyn Estabillo
October 25, 2021
Students participated in a series of mini-group labs to better their understanding of chemical and physical reactions.
Experience nostalgic vibes with ‘Dim’

Experience nostalgic vibes with ‘Dim’

Naila Yazdani
October 23, 2021
Dropping his first EP of the year, SYML produces a heartfelt, genuine piece for all to listen to.
 As the school year unfolds, counselors start to meet with students to discuss their future. Some students feel like they are behind in their college selection process and don’t know what the next steps should be. “I know I want to start studying engineering after highschool but I have no idea where. I have a list of colleges but It is stressful talking to your counselor when you havent decided on one yet,” junior Brett Edgeworth said.
 Photo Credit: Lily Gurdison

College Process: do it now, not later

Lily Gurdison
October 23, 2021
Students share their experiences with navigating college selection.
While vacationing in Florida, sophomore Madison Davis takes a ride with a western horse on the beach. With her experience, Davis has been able to connect with many horses in order to ride. “I was celebrating my birthday by going horseback riding during the middle of a hurricane, Davis said. The weather was aggressive considering the fact that I was super close to the beach.” Photo Credit: Madison Davis

Compassionate horseback rider: Meet Madison Davis

Ava Julian
October 23, 2021
Davis pursues her passion for horseback riding and practices everyday in order to become the best.
Where Are They Now: Tiffany Ceria

Where Are They Now: Tiffany Ceria

Crystalyn Estabillo
October 22, 2021
Take a look into the life of 2018 graduate, Tiffany Ceria.
Joe Manchin is the GOAT

Joe Manchin is the GOAT

Ahmed Ahmed
October 20, 2021
Taunt and mock him as much as you’d like. The 74-year old welcomes your hatred - and you need him.
Working on designing posters, freshmen Brianna Scherschel and Isela Michael sketch out their ideas in pencil. Student Council has been working in committees to prepare for Homecoming on October 22 and 23. “I am really excited that we get to have [a homecoming] just in general,” Scherschel said. “The past year and a half, two years, we haven’t had anything, and this is our first big dance back. I’m really excited for not just the dance but everything that comes with it, like all the sports and the posters and spirit week and that sort of fun stuff. Photo Credit: Juliana Borruso

Student Council prepares for first homecoming in two years

Juliana Borruso
October 19, 2021
Adjusting to new obstacles, Student Council is having three homecoming dances, with 249 people each.
QUIZ: Do you know what happened last week?

QUIZ: Do you know what happened last week?

Juliana Borruso
October 19, 2021
Catch up on last week's events that you might've missed.
2021 Best of (Teen) Las Vegas

2021 Best of (Teen) Las Vegas

Southwest Shadow
October 18, 2021
For the seventh year in a row, students are telling us their choices for the best of the best in Las Vegas.
Q&A: What scary movie are you going to watch this Halloween season?

Q&A: What scary movie are you going to watch this Halloween season?

Julia Jauregui
October 18, 2021
Students name scary movies for the Halloween season.
Where are they now: Hailee McNair

Where are they now: Hailee McNair

Hannah Paine
October 15, 2021
Take a look at 2020 graduate Hailee McNair's life.
For most of their school lives, female students have to deal with the constant struggle of periods. At such a young age, it is hard for students to correctly track their menstrual cycles and the lack of period products available causes issues. “I think that everywhere I go, I will always need to carry extra products just in case,” sophomore Justyn Grayce Mocero said. “I’ve noticed that a lot of public restrooms do try to provide feminine products but you would usually have to pay for them & most of the time I don’t carry a few quarters with me.” Photo Credit: Naila Yazdani

Lack of Feminine Hygiene Products Causes Concern

Tishie Nyitray and Hannah Paine
October 15, 2021
Students can’t easily access period products and have to find other ways to deal with their issues.