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Preparing for the upcoming national competition, the Arte Al Mare team continues to refine their restaurant concept after months of collaboration and growth. Through the challenges of the project, senior Quinn Loughton discovered more about himself. “This competition really allowed me to achieve my personal goal of developing my skills I hoped to use in the project,” Loughton said. “From my interior design skills, to my organizational skills, I was able to put these into practice in a scenario that greatly mimicked real-life. This proved invaluable to my future career as I can look back at this competition and see where I started compared to where I hope to be.
ProStart Team Takes First Place in Managerial Category at Competition
Jaden Espinueva, Staff Writer • May 5, 2025
The team is now preparing to compete in the ProStart National Management Competition, which will take place in Baltimore, Maryland from May 1-5.
Although significant progress has been made towards facilitating equal pay for both men and women, institutional flaws still perpetuate an economic divide between the two sexes.
Gender Pay Gap Narrows in 2025
Adrienne Vera-Perez, Assistant Editor-in-Chief • May 2, 2025
Inspecting the kart, sophomores Makoa Apao and Christian Reyes make some slight adjustments to the build. The project has been led by senior Connor Wiggins. “I really like the original framework of [the kart],” sophomore Makoa Apao said. “I feel like when they originally designed it, the kart was really well built, and I really appreciate the craftsmanship on it. [Through our work], we've implemented keyhole systems to restrict access to it. We've also implemented LEDs as an underglow.”
Engineering II Students Successfully Repair Electric Kart
Johnny Tao, Staff Writer • April 30, 2025
Students are preparing to showcase their artwork during the annual spring art show. “I’m a little nervous because I don’t show off my work outside of my close friend group,” senior Grayson Leavitt said. ”However, I think it’s a very great opportunity to present my work, and I hope people like what I have to present, especially considering how proud I am of it.”
Art Department presents ‘Threads, Pixels, and Paint’ Showcase
Jon Escala, Staff Writer • April 23, 2025
FEATURES
News consumption is shifting away from traditional articles and toward short-form digital content. Many young people cited convenience and accessibility as key reasons for this shift.
Journalism’s New Home is the For You Page
Philipos Alebachew, Editor in Chief • May 5, 2025
As journalism adapts to shrinking attention spans, newer generations are turning to influencers and short clips instead of vetted reporting to stay informed.
Corrina Terry is running through beautiful National Parks. In the past, she has flown out to be able to participate in the races, exhibiting her determination. “I was running in the Lake Powell half marathon in Page Arizona—it was beautiful,” Terry said.
Racing around the states: Meet Corrina Terry
Brooke Weyandt, Staff Writer • April 30, 2025
People are conversing through small phrases and acronyms to explain emotions without explaining too much.
Short and Sweet: A Shift in Language in the Digital Age
Angel White, Staff Writer • April 29, 2025
With the economy starting to change, the young generation has decided to prioritize more creative-based paths.
Gen Z: Redefining Milestones
Amelia Castellanos, Staff Writer • April 25, 2025
OPINION
Legislation should be passed on American principles, and our freedom to be fully soaked in the shower.
SATIRE: I Demand My Water Rights
Ava Torres, Features Editor • May 2, 2025
Water pressure is an issue that America should be placing on the top of the priority list.
Disney has become increasingly uninspired over the years; prioritizing quantity over quality has become the new norm.
The Magic is Dead: A Cease and Desist to Disney
Venice Jingco, A&E Editor • May 2, 2025
Growing up, I always struggled with selecting the skin tone of my character in video games.
The Search for My Skin
Shayna Migalang, Opinion Editor • April 30, 2025
Do we shine for confidence, or do we shine for attention?
We’re Too Focused on ‘Main Character Energy’
Isabella Sandoval, Staff Writer • April 30, 2025
A & E
The interpretation of Mozart’s piano variations makes it an engaging and enjoyable listen for casual and musical listeners. Rating: A
‘Mozart: Piano Variations, Vol. 2’ is a Brilliant Interpretation
Hunter Rhee, Multimedia Editor • May 2, 2025
“Mozart: Piano Variations Vol. 2” is an incredible listen, filled with the joys of Mozart’s character and style in this clever interpretation by Giuseppe Bruno.
"Sunrise on the Reaping" presented an already familiar narrative through an emotionally turbulent and fresh angle. Grade: B+
I Loved ‘Sunrise on the Reaping’ Like All-Fire
Adrienne Vera-Perez, Assistant Editor-in-Chief • May 2, 2025
“Karma” takes its viewers on a riveting journey of twists and turns that leave them in shock. Rating: A- Photo Credit: © 2025 © Netflix
Delve Into the Unfortunate Events of ‘Karma’
Kylie Dacquel, Standards and Practices Editor • May 2, 2025
Navigate through the challenges of what it takes to be a master coffee brewist in “Good Coffee, Great Coffee.” Grade: A- (Photo Credit: TapBlaze)
Bring the Gift of Caffeine in “Good Coffee, Great Coffee”
Shayna Migalang, Opinion Editor • May 1, 2025
IN THE LOOP
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QUIZ: DO YOU KNOW WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK?
Zelina Panissidi, Social Media Editor • May 5, 2025
Find out what you might have missed last week.
VIB: Vegas Isn't Boring
VIB: Vegas Isn’t Boring
Zelina Panissidi, Social Media Editor • May 2, 2025
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QUIZ: DO YOU KNOW WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK?
Zelina Panissidi, Social Media Editor • April 28, 2025
VIB: Vegas Isn't Boring
VIB: Vegas Isn’t Boring
Zelina Panissidi, Social Media Editor • April 25, 2025
COYOTE TRENDING
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The series’ addicting colors and lessons have kept viewers watching for over fourteen years, and it doesn’t seem to have any decline coming soon. Photo Credit: Hasbro Studios

‘My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic’ was Peak Children's Television • 84 Views

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An Hour In ... 2025 Senior Goodbyes • 83 Views

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Disturbing thumbnails, similar to this depiction, illegally utilize licensed characters that are easily recognizable by small children in order to garner clicks.

The History and Remergence of Elsagate • 46 Views

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The genre of K-pop has spread across the globe, but Western and K-pop musicians are held to much different standards. K-pop idols are subject to harsh expectations like having pale skin, no acne and perfect bodies, while western artists typically have more freedom in terms of the clothes they wish to wear or the persona they project. “K-pop artists have it somewhat harder than Western artists,” sophomore Jaidelyn Wiseman said. “They both share similar experiences, but K-pop idols don’t really have the freedom of dating, their schedules, or how much they work and overall I just think that K-pop idols face a lot of harsher beauty standards and expectations than western artists.”

THE COST OF FAME: A LOOK INTO WESTERN MUSIC INDUSTRY VS. KOREAN POP • 30 Views

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The sad exploitation of animals. Photo Credit: Pixabay, Sakura Robins

SeaWorld is Built Off Animal Abuse • 20 Views

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QUIZ: DO YOU KNOW WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK?
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MULTIMEDIA
A SWCTA tradition: Coyote Coachella
GAME INFORMER: REVITALIZING RETRO GAMES
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