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Juniors in the Nursing Assistant program are focusing on reviewing different content standards to study for the end of course exam. Over the next two weeks, students will come together to finish one large study guide covering the content of the different lectures from the year. “My partner Jacylan and I got to demonstrate personal care procedures and we are working on putting together different google slides so it's easier for our classmates to view the information,” junior Kylie Chavz said.Photo Credit: Jeswin Thomas

Nursing Assistant students prepare for end of course exams

Gurleen Swaich
March 2, 2021
Juniors in the Nursing Assistant program prepare to take the end of course exam on Mar. 16 by practicing skills, such as daily residential care.
Narrating her experience with loneliness, Kaash Paige is making her way up the industry with her new EP, “For Healing,” illustrating adolescent innocence with emotions. Rating: B- Photo Credit:DefJam Press

Navigate your way through the empty void of loneliness with ‘For Healing’

Gurleen Swaich
March 2, 2021
Originally from Grand Prairie, Kaash Paige is making her way up the R&B music industry with her new EP “For Healing.”
Where are they now: Yoana Ontiveros

Where are they now: Yoana Ontiveros

Gurleen Swaich
February 16, 2021
Former Fashion Design student, Yoana Ontiveros, is now a freelance graphic designer who is working hard to become a lawyer.
PODCAST: Valentine's Day during a pandemic

PODCAST: Valentine’s Day during a pandemic

Gurleen Swaich, Juliana Borruso, and Kamryn Baldenebro
February 14, 2021
Although it can be tempting to see your significant other during Valentine's Day, can there be consequences?
Q&A: Are you spending Valentine's Day with someone?

Q&A: Are you spending Valentine’s Day with someone?

Gurleen Swaich
February 12, 2021

Displaying all of the awards she has earned through the years, sophomore Marivee Cadiz poses with her black belt. “It gives me a sense of life and purpose when I step on the taekwondo mat,” Cadiz said. “It gives me a reason to keep going and learn from my mistakes and improve them. Even though the sport isn’t easy, it gave me a reason to work harder, but also smarter. It gives me lessons that I could use in reality, not only self-defense, but also improves my mental health.”

Fearless Taekwondo athlete: Meet Marivee Cadiz

Gurleen Swaich
February 4, 2021
Hoping to professionally teach taekwondo one day, sophomore Marivee Cadiz is dedicated to becoming the best.
Hoping to finish the year off strong, students are preparing for final exams and teachers are wrapping up course content work. “After all the hard work everyone put in this year, I think everyone is excited for summer,” sophomore Luke Gil said. “So many things were different and we are looking towards a break.”

A look into third quarter

Gurleen Swaich
February 2, 2021
Students are entering the second semester of the 2021 school year with mixed feelings about possibly returning to in-person learning. 
Q&A: Would you willingly take the COVID-19 vaccine?

Q&A: Would you willingly take the COVID-19 vaccine?

Gurleen Swaich
January 19, 2021
We asked a group of students to voice their opinions on the newly released vaccine.
WHERE ARE THEY NOW: Kelsey Rowan

WHERE ARE THEY NOW: Kelsey Rowan

Gurleen Swaich
January 19, 2021
Learn more about class of 2020 graduate Kelsey Rowan.
Hoping to finish the year off strong, students are preparing for final exams and teachers are wrapping up course content work. “After all the hard work everyone put in this year, I think everyone is excited for summer,” sophomore Luke Gil said. “So many things were different and we are looking towards a break.”

School operations closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Gurleen Swaich
January 15, 2021

In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, classes will not be held until Tuesday, Jan 19.

Upcoming R&B/Soul singer, Giveon’s new EP, ‘When It’s All Said And Done’ dives into a ruminative narrative of relentless pain that comes with being in an unstable relationship. Rating: A+ Photo Credit: Epic Records

Beautiful heartbreak portrayed in ‘When It’s All Said And Done’

Gurleen Swaich
January 13, 2021
Share your experience of a toxic relationship with Giveon.
School operations closed for Winter Break

School operations closed for Winter Break

Gurleen Swaich
December 18, 2020

In observance of semester exams and Winter Break, the regular posting schedule and school operations will continue on Monday, Jan. 4.

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