Respiratory therapy juniors campaign against smoking
Elaine Wong, Staff Writer
February 6, 2012
On Feb. 19 and Feb. 26, Respiratory Therapy juniors at Southwest Career and Technical Academy will gather at Sansone Park Place conducting surveys to fight for a non-smoking campus at all colleges and universities in Las Vegas, Nevada. The campaign is called Right to Breathe and is a part of an organization... Read more »
Thirteen juniors honored for writing
Rochelle Mae Ruiz, News Editor
February 1, 2012
Thirteen students from Mr. Robert Davis’ English classes at SWCTA have been honored for their writing selections in The Scholastic Art and Writing Awards Contest. “Writing is not simply the gathering of words, but a feeling, a passion, a pleasure. And with an award or not, I will continue to write... Read more »
Superlative voting held Wednesday
Nadia Manivong, Staff Writer
January 30, 2012
Do you have an admirable friend or teacher that you think deserves to be recognized? Well, now is your chance to recognize their exceptional personality during Southwest Career and Technical Academy’s third annual superlative contest. Ballots will be distributed on Feb.1, 2012 during mentorship... Read more »
Sadie Hawkin’s dance goes 80s
Marina Triplett, Executive Section Editor
January 27, 2012
The 2012 Sadie Hawkins dance will be held on Feb. 4 in the SWCTA cafeteria from 7:00 p.m – 10:00 p.m. This year’s theme is “Sadie’s Gone 80’s” and will incorporate neon colors and black lights during the dance. “This Sadie’s is going to be the best ever! The theme is great, the stuff... Read more »
Battle of the Sexes coming soon
Rochelle Mae Ruiz, Staff Writer
January 23, 2012
Battle of the Sexes week will commence from Jan. 30 to Feb. 3, 2012 at SWCTA. The Battle of the Sexes is a series of games between boys and girls, and it will be the second year that the competition occurs at SWCTA. A spirit week will occur prior to the Sadie Hawkins Dance held at the end of the week. “Due... Read more »
High attendance for recruiting open house
Reigine Yray, Staff Writer
January 23, 2012
On Thursday, January 12, Southwest CTA held an open house to recruit new students for next year. The school welcomed students and parents who are interested in the magnet school and its programs. Student council, also known as STUCO, organized and made this open house a success. STUCO split into three... Read more »
Breaking News: SWCTA named Apple Distinguished School
Tazia Statucki, Editor-in-Chief
January 23, 2012
Breaking News – Southwest Career and Technical Academy was recently named one of 56 Apple Distinguished Schools nationwide. SWCTA is currently the only school in Nevada to earn this distinction. “It is an honor to be recognized for educational excellence and leadership,” explains Principal... Read more »
Best Buy card giveaway begins
Angelina Marcee, Copy Editor
January 21, 2012
Starting Jan. 26, the Southwest Shadow staff will be awarding $10 gift cards for Best Buy. Over 20 gift cards will be given away to students, but only one gift card will be given out each day. “l think the idea of giving a Best Buy card away as an award is a great way to save some money out of your... Read more »
Penny Wars Approaches
Faith Manley, Business Manager
January 20, 2012
Break open your piggy banks and rip off your couch cushions, Penny Wars is approaching and the Sophomore Nursing class is looking for a second win. “I love Penny Wars! It’s a way for the students to be competitive and represent their program areas and their class!” exclaims sophomore Meliah Godwin. Beginning... Read more »
Morning traffic raises concerns
Nathalie Saligumba, Staff Writer
January 17, 2012
On Jan. 6, students in Coyote Congress voiced their opinions about the morning traffic at Southwest Career and Technical Academy. Their concerns focused mainly on the amount of time it takes to enter the student parking lot. “I have seminary that ends at 6:40 a.m., and I can’t waste my time waiting... Read more »
