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CCSD’s anti-racist task force shouldn’t make the same errors as other anti-racist initiatives

CCSD’s anti-racist task force shouldn’t make the same errors as other anti-racist initiatives

Ahmed Ahmed
September 10, 2021
Many think an anti-racist task force is a no-brainer. But diversity training’s effectiveness is worth questioning.
Q&A: Should CCSD employees be vaccinated?

Q&A: Should CCSD employees be vaccinated?

Gurleen Swaich
September 9, 2021

During her Groove season competition in 2020, senior Genelynn De Dios had mixed feelings about getting on stage but knew once she did, she would do an amazing routine. “I loved letting go on stage, but as excited as I was I had more anxiety,” De Dios said. “The only time I had no anxiety was the three minutes I performed on stage and although it was extremely hot and I was dripping sweat it was an amazing and unforgettable experience.” Photo Credit: Genelynn De Dios

Competitive dancer: Meet Genelynn De Dios

Naila Yazdani
September 9, 2021
Advanced dancer Genelynn De Dios shares her journey as a competitive, ambitious performer.
Mental health among teens has been a growing concern. With Care Solaces new outreach program, teens can have a new connection to health services. “I am just the person you can come to if you need help and they have hotlines,” Thomas said. “But for many students, its the home, the parents would have to be the ones with that extra support so that students feel like they want to live. I can change a little bit, but it would have come from the family.” Photo Credit: Gurleen Swaich

Mental health crisis prompts CCSD policy change

Tishie Nyitray
September 7, 2021
In the wake of increasing suicides in CCSD, innovative steps are being taken to grapple with student depression.
Q&A: Who should have won the Pacquiao vs. Ugas fight?

Q&A: Who should have won the Pacquiao vs. Ugas fight?

Gurleen Swaich
September 1, 2021

Q&A: How do you feel about the revised lunch schedule?

Q&A: How do you feel about the revised lunch schedule?

Naila Yazdani
August 26, 2021
As the new lunch is revised, we ask students if they prefer the previous or current lunch schedule.
QUIZ: Do you know what happened last week?

QUIZ: Do you know what happened last week?

Juliana Borruso
August 23, 2021
Test yourself on news from last week.
The CCSD School Board of Trustees met Thursday night to cover several topics regarding masks, new busses and changing policies. They struggled to get through their agenda due to constant interruptions from the audience. “We are not going to have these disruptions,” Board President Linda Cavazos said. “I would like to hear those voices tonight.” Photo Credit: Screenshot of meeting

CCSD School Board Meeting met with interruptions from opponents of mask mandate

Tishie Nyitray
August 16, 2021

Thursday's CCSD School Board Meeting was met with nonstop COVID-19 and mask mandate opposition.   “I am sick to my stomach knowing that there are children that look up to you guys, they want...

There are no winners in the critical race theory fight

There are no winners in the critical race theory fight

Ahmed Ahmed
July 31, 2021
Conservatives are correct to rally against “critical race theory.” But their solutions are poorly thought out and counter-productive.
In a national case questioning the legality of freedom of speech, another question arises regarding the authority of the American educational system: are schools allowed to moderate social media? Flickr Photo Credit: elPadawan

OPINION: MAHANOY CROSSED THE LINE

Rhamil Taguba
June 7, 2021
A discussion about a Supreme Court case challenging freedom of speech outside of school campus.
School operations closed for Summer Break

School operations closed for Summer Break

Gurleen Swaich
May 25, 2021

Summer Break begins on Wednesday, May 25 until Monday, Aug. 9. We look forward to seeing you when in-person learning resumes. Have a great break!

Midterms and final exams should remain as tests. Photo Credit: Nguyen Dang Hoang Nhu

Pro/con: The easy way out isn’t the best option

Hannah Paine
May 20, 2021
Although projects may be easier, tests are the best way for teachers to test their students’ abilities and knowledge of the content gone over during the semester when it comes to final exams.
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