The School Newspaper of Southwest Career and Technical Academy.

Southwest Shadow

Southwest Shadow

Southwest Shadow

Every human being is a creature of habit in their own ways. But, our routines affect our day to day lives more than most people know.Photo Credit: Austin Jackson

Creature of habit

January 22, 2013
We are all creatures of habit. We stick to our day-to-day routines because that is what makes us feel at peace.
Photo Credit: Danielle Frahm

A mental vacation

January 21, 2013

Oh man, it looks like winter break has ended. I had to resume my original routine of setting my alarm to five o’clock, so my sleeping schedule would be back to normal after staying up late over break....

As we grow older, we begin to cherish the minute amount of time we have on this earth far more than when we were young.Photo Credit:

Essence of time

January 15, 2013
No one will ever fully understand the essence of time. Many people take their time on Earth for granted; we need to appreciate every moment.
Young children have been opened to the unpredictable world of social networking, but with this new technology comes internet safety lessons that need to be taught.Photo Credit: Jordan Sutton

The new tech age, not so sensible for young ones

January 1, 2013
The ages of individuals using social media has decreased, while the level of internet-safety education has not increased.
The most common New Years resolution is to lose weight. Some are able to shed the pounds while others struggle and continue eating junk food.Photo Credit: Southwest Shadow Staff

This year is my year

December 31, 2012
It is certainly common for people to make goals each year, but not everyone is great at achieving them.
Music is present in all aspects of our lives, but some people have a stronger emotional attachment to songs than others do.Photo Credit: Thel Jackson

Music great impact on soul

December 18, 2012
Many of the important moments in my life have been defined by music.
Often when couples are too caught up in each other, they forget about past friendships.Photo Credit: Sahar Kanfi

Neglecting friendships

December 13, 2012
With new relationships sprouting like spring flowers, keeping up with old friendship becomes a challenge.
Living life behind the camera is exciting, but there are consequences that come with it.Photo Credit: Jacob Berroya

Life behind the lens

December 12, 2012
The life of a photographer can be a lonely and anonymous existence.
David Labelle proved to me that good people do exist and all it takes is taking a moment to learn about others and maintain strong relationships with these individuals.Courtesy of David LaBelle

People you meet, places you go

December 11, 2012

“We are all broken,” said David Labelle during his presentation Bridges and Angels in San Antonio, Texas for the NSPA/JEA National Journalism Conference. During his discussion of photography and...

Photo Credit: Bserat Ghebremicael

Cheating never excusable

December 6, 2012

“One.. Two... Three. I WIN!” Games, tests, and gambling are some of the many activities that you may have cheated on at some point in your life. Sure, it is satisfying to win, however winning...

Although couples may seem happy at first glance, arguments and constant bickering can arise at any moment.Photo Credit: June Gabriel Santos

Arguments: Enough is Enough

November 27, 2012
Many couples start arguments that could easily be avoided with a simple apology.
A stomach virus can be a hinderance to your daily routine, both at school and home.Photo Credit: Alex Nedelcu

Sick in the sunshine

November 15, 2012

Your nose is running, your temperature is high, and you look outside your window, and what do you see? Picture perfect weather. Not a leaf is moving, and the sun is shining, not too much and not too...