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COVID-19’s Long Lasting Impact on Vegas

Kamiran Hinton
March 2, 2021
With COVID-19 impacting some industries more than others, Vegas has been hit hard with its reliance on tourism.
2021 Feature Film Contest

2021 Feature Film Contest

Julia Jauregui
March 1, 2021

Although movie theaters may not be everyone's ideal spot to watch movies right now due to circumstances, we all still have our favorite films to binge on when we're feeling down, happy, or even just bored...

After junior Gabrielle Bagtas cold brews Butterfly Pea Flower tea, she pours it into a plastic cup. She focuses on adding the right amount of flavors to enhance the taste of the tea. “I really love changing up traditional and herbal teas into drinks that are more modern,” Bagtas said. “I think out of all the tea experiments I have done, I love making the color-changing tea.” Photo Credit: Gabrielle Bagtas

Making Life Beau-tea-ful: Meet Gabrielle Bagtas

Kayla Thomas
February 25, 2021
Experimenting with different flavors to create the perfect mix, junior Gabrielle Bagtas further expands her knowledge on the artistry of making tea.
Questions still remain for how, when high school students will return for face-to-face instruction

Questions still remain for how, when high school students will return for face-to-face instruction

Julia Jauregui
February 25, 2021
Fourth grade to 12th grade students have no set date to return.
WHERE ARE THEY NOW: AGNES MICIANO

WHERE ARE THEY NOW: AGNES MICIANO

Rhamil Taguba
February 25, 2021
2012 graduate talks about her hopes, future, and past after taking nursing in SWCTA.
Draw My Shadow: Breanna Bui

Draw My Shadow: Breanna Bui

Lily Gurdison
February 25, 2021
Senior Breanna Bui shares her love and experiences with photography.
Infographic: American Heart Month

Infographic: American Heart Month

Hannah Paine
February 25, 2021
Learn about the seven ways to prevent heart disease.
SOUTHWEST SHADOW ASKS: Clarisse Andrade

SOUTHWEST SHADOW ASKS: Clarisse Andrade

Juliana Borruso
February 25, 2021
Find out junior Clarisse Andrade's favorite film, dream vacation spot and more.
IN MY EYES: Claire Cuddihy

IN MY EYES: Claire Cuddihy

Juliana Borruso
February 25, 2021
Take a look into the everyday routine of junior Claire Cuddihy.
 While many students have turned to baking and singing during lockdown, sophomore Annie Lin began writing poetry to express her thoughts and emotions. “These past two weeks have been quite a journey and being able to see that people are sharing my poems and messaging me about how they relate warms my heart,” Lin said.  Photo Credit: Annie Lin

INSPIRING POET: ANNIE LIN

Kamryn Baldenebro
February 23, 2021
Sophomore Annie Lin has turned to poetry and writing to help herself grow.
Posing for her picture in the lake, freshman Danika Molina holds her stance. Molina has been a dancer since she was two years old and has ever since competed. “ I love my sport because it allows me to express myself when I can’t find the right words.” 
Photo credits: Evolve Dance Center

Skillful Dancer: Meet Danika Molina

Lily Gurdison
February 18, 2021
Competitively dancing for almost nine years, freshman Danika Molina has been to many high-level competitions along the western United States.
INFOGRAPHIC: Healing crystals for beginners

INFOGRAPHIC: Healing crystals for beginners

Julia Jauregui
February 18, 2021
Begin your spiritual and healing journey with these five starter crystals.

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