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This family-owned restaurant not only has a welcoming atmosphere, but provides delicious home-made dishes for all to enjoy.Rating: A+ Photo Credit: Naila Yazdani

Try various Italian items at Piezza

Naila Yazdani
September 22, 2021
From DIY and breakfast pizzas, Piezza has unique cuisine for the public to appreciate.
During her Groove season competition in 2020, senior Genelynn De Dios had mixed feelings about getting on stage but knew once she did, she would do an amazing routine. “I loved letting go on stage, but as excited as I was I had more anxiety,” De Dios said. “The only time I had no anxiety was the three minutes I performed on stage and although it was extremely hot and I was dripping sweat it was an amazing and unforgettable experience.” Photo Credit: Genelynn De Dios

Competitive dancer: Meet Genelynn De Dios

Naila Yazdani
September 9, 2021
Advanced dancer Genelynn De Dios shares her journey as a competitive, ambitious performer.
Q&A: How do you feel about the revised lunch schedule?

Q&A: How do you feel about the revised lunch schedule?

Naila Yazdani
August 26, 2021
As the new lunch is revised, we ask students if they prefer the previous or current lunch schedule.
From BBQ chicken, salmon and ramen, to sandwiches and a variety of dessert teas, 9th Island Grill provides traditional Hawaiin cuisine. Rating: A Photo Credit:Naila Yazdani

Try bold flavors at 9th Island Grill

Naila Yazdani
May 20, 2021
Taste some of the amazing and unique flavors 9th Hawaiian Grill has to offer.
IN MY EYES: Ethan Tabamo

IN MY EYES: Ethan Tabamo

Naila Yazdani
April 29, 2021
Learn a little bit about sophomore Ethan Tabamo and his daily life.
Southwest Shadow Asks: Tyrah Lacar

Southwest Shadow Asks: Tyrah Lacar

Naila Yazdani
April 28, 2021
Tyrah Lacar answers some fun questions about herself and what she enjoys.
After her audition with Nickelodeon, junior Franchesca Ramirez hopes to remember this moment in her life. Ramirez has done multiple auditions with Nickelodeon and other shows in hopes of pursuing acting. “that audition opened up a lot of doors for me as it was my first time auditioning for Nickelodeon,” Ramirez said. “In the span of a year, I have auditioned around 20 times for them now!” Photo Credit: Franchesca Ramirez

Enthusiastic, flourishing actress: Meet Franchesca Ramirez

Naila Yazdani
April 21, 2021
Devoted to acting, junior Franchesca Ramirez hopes to one day fulfill her dream of becoming a famous actress.
Six Artists You Should Be Listening To: April 2021 EDITION

Six Artists You Should Be Listening To: April 2021 EDITION

Naila Yazdani
April 15, 2021
In need of new music? Check out these artists.
Six Artists You Should Be Listening To: March 2021 EDITION

Six Artists You Should Be Listening To: March 2021 EDITION

Naila Yazdani
March 31, 2021
In need of new music? Check out these artists.
Trying to celebrate the winning classes who earned an ice cream party, Student Council members create a red carpet for students to walk on during November of 2019. Students created digital posters and videos to showcase why they should be elected for their chosen position. “I’ve been in Student Council since freshman year so I know how Stuco runs,” Student Body Vice President candidate Claire Cuddihy said. “I know how to be a good role model and being able to win this election would help me create better social skills and more essential leadership qualities.” Photo Credit: Student Council

Annual student council campaign week concludes

Naila Yazdani
March 26, 2021
Student Council members participate in yearly board elections.
Key Club board decided to get together for a picture of the new board members and since this was during quarantine, it made it a little more challenging. Key Club is only one of the clubs, out of many, on-campus that represents leadership and teamwork. “We were taking our annual board photos because we weren’t able to take them in March before quarantine began,” junior Daniella Sayson said. “These people on board helped me overcome the part of me that was always shy and introverted. I’m very thankful that I’ve been able to be around such fun and memorable people.” Photo Credit: Cody Barrameda

Becoming a leader

Naila Yazdani
March 22, 2021

From learning how to work in a team, to how to engage with diverse groups of people, leadership of a student organization is pretty much a teenager’s first job. This role impacts the way people act in...

Over the course of four years, drastic changes occur. Whether it may be one’s style, personality, or even physical characteristics because of a growth spurt, this affects how we present ourselves and our confidence behind it all. Art Credit: Dean

The reality of the golden years

Julia Jauregui, Gurleen Swaich, Naila Yazdani, Monserrat Mendieta, and Kamryn Baldenebro
March 8, 2021
Truths behind freshman, sophomore, junior, and senior year.
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