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Publishing the second chapter to her story, Mereba releases R&B EP titled ‘AZEB’

Publishing the second chapter to her story, Mereba releases R&B EP titled ‘AZEB’

Gurleen Swaich
February 3, 2022
Mereba releases an EP titled “AZEB,” shining her way through the R&B / Soul world.
Q&A: How would you describe your first month in the new year?

Q&A: How would you describe your first month in the new year?

Gurleen Swaich
February 2, 2022
Students describe how the first month of the new year is going.
The official announcement from the CCSD Twitter. Courtesy of CCSD Communications

BREAKING NEWS: CCSD adjusts calendar for a five-day pause

Gurleen Swaich and Tishie Nyitray
January 11, 2022
Increasing staff shortages and student absences have made the District adjust the 2022 calendar in order to combat the spread of COVID-19.
Students begin taking semester exams on Dec. 14

Students begin taking semester exams on Dec. 14

Gurleen Swaich
December 13, 2021
Students will be taking semester exams from December 14 - December 17.
Signing up to volunteer for the final exam project sheet in English 101, senior Regan Thomas begins creating her rubric. Students can decide which organization they would like to volunteer for or send a care package if they chose to do outreach. “For this project, I decided to reach out to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. This organization raises money and awareness towards people living with type one diabetes,” Thomas said. “I am really excited for this project because I love getting involved with the community and giving back through community service. I know with this project I will positively impact a large number of people and make a true difference in this community.” Photo Credit: Gurleen Swaich

Volunteering serves as replacement for conventional curriculum in Henry Castillo’s CSN English 101

Gurleen Swaich
December 3, 2021
Students in English 101 have the opportunity to either volunteer for a non-profit organization or create artwork on a current issue.
SCHOOL OPERATIONS CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING BREAK

SCHOOL OPERATIONS CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING BREAK

Gurleen Swaich
November 23, 2021
School operations are closed for Thanksgiving Break and will resume on November 29.
Rehearsing the skills needed to do clinicals, senior Shinikee Garcia and Vincent Garcia check senior Michael Ennis’ pulse. Students began clinicals on Friday and will be learning the perks of being a CNA. “At first, I was nervous to go to clinicals because it’s very different interacting with a mannequin or a classmate you’ve known for a while compared to actual patients,” Garcia said. “However, when I got to the facility everyone was welcoming and the residents were really nice. The residents are all veterans who have been through a lot so it’s comforting to see a smile on their face while helping with daily activities like changing their bed.” Photo Credit: Cassandra Trummel

Nursing students learn the reality of being CNA’s

Gurleen Swaich
November 15, 2021
Nursing students began going to clinicals at Nevada State Veterans Home.
Armani White dresses up as a firefighter for the cover of his new EP, “Things We Lost in the Fire,” embodying the one thing he wished to be at a tragic time in his life.Rating: A+Photo Credit: Armani White

Heal your way through trauma with ‘Things we lost in the fire’

Gurleen Swaich
November 1, 2021
Share and heal through your grief with Armani White’s new EP, “Things We Lost in the Fire.”
PODCAST: Halloween: Everything from candy to clowns to costumes

PODCAST: Halloween: Everything from candy to clowns to costumes

Gurleen Swaich, Juliana Borruso, and Ayma Malik
October 29, 2021
We talk about everything that comes with Fall and Halloween season, from what scares us most to how we celebrate.
SPARK: Five low maintenance pets to keep

SPARK: Five low maintenance pets to keep

Gurleen Swaich
October 22, 2021
While a dog or cat can be costly of time and money, here are five pets that are low maintenance and just as loving.
Fierce Jiu Jitsu Trainee: Meet Michael Ennis

Fierce Jiu Jitsu Trainee: Meet Michael Ennis

Gurleen Swaich
October 8, 2021
Jiu jitsu fighter Michael Ennis, works with the Vinny Magalhaes Jiu Jitsu team to perfect his weaknesses and be the best martial arts player he can be.
School operations closed for staff development day

School operations closed for staff development day

Gurleen Swaich
October 1, 2021

In observation of staff development day, classes will not be held on October 4.

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