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Scissors in hand, junior Ghiada Ferraer cuts out her design traced on the fabric. After creating a basic sketch, students were allowed to start building their project. “At first I wanted to do Scruff, but she said that we weren’t allowed to do Ugly Doll characters that have already been made, so I decided to do Scruff but turn it into me.” Ferraer said. “The biggest challenge I think everyone has faced is finding fabrics that match what you want to do, and then finding enough of that fabric, so a lot of people had to change their ideas.”

An Hour In…Design Crafts

Joy Ryan, Staff Writer
March 24, 2025
Find out how students in Design Crafts create their Ugly Doll projects.

New Club: Amnesty International Club

Devin Uclaray, Shadow Files Reporter
March 14, 2025
Learn more about how students in Amnesty International Club plan to spread awareness about human rights' on our campus.
Where Are They Now: Andre Jones

Where Are They Now: Andre Jones

Jaden Espinueva, Staff Writer
March 13, 2025
Here’s a look at 2023 graduate Andre Jone's life after high school.
The culture of toxic masculinity teaches young men that they need to have the stereotypical behaviors of men to be seen and portrayed as a “real man.” This leads to mental issues that can start from a young age and last a lifetime.

What We Don’t Need is a Masculinomenon

Mason Rafferty, Staff Writer
March 12, 2025
Toxic Masculinity: a blindsided modern day problem used against men, by men.
Once lost in the nervous buzz of competition, now a calm and focused presence on stage. “Do it for fun, even if you're not going to win,” sophomore October Rosales said. “Some kids go to these competitions constantly, just be there, play, and enjoy the game.”

Competitive Gamer: Meet October Rosales

Isabella Sandoval, Staff Writer
March 11, 2025

From Local Tournaments To Regional Showdowns, Ronzeles Brings Their A-Game. What started as endless races on virtual tracks became a journey of unexpected opportunities and competitive thrills, from...

Top Five Spring Break Locations

Top Five Spring Break Locations

Chase Paine, Shadow Files Reporter
March 10, 2025
Discover the best places to go this spring break
The sad exploitation of animals. Photo Credit: Pixabay, Sakura Robins

SeaWorld is Built Off Animal Abuse

Isabella Sandoval, Staff Writer
March 10, 2025
SeaWorld keeps marine animals in cramped tanks, forcing them into unnatural performances that harm their well-being.
Leading a general meeting, FBLA President Aryana Boyd speaks to the members. Necessary information relating to state was given out at these general meetings and workshops were hosted to help members prepare for their competitions. “Our most recent meeting, we went over role play events,” Boyd said. “At state, they’ll give you a strip of paper and you have a certain amount of time to answer the question on it. The board gave the members practice questions and just had them answer it in the same style they would at the competition. We felt like this gave them really good practice so hopefully they’ll be more than prepared for this upcoming week.”

FBLA Members to Compete in Upcoming State Business Leadership Conference

Kailie Sicolo, News Editor
March 7, 2025
The field trip will take place March 9-12 in Reno, Nevada.

FCCLA prepares for their state competition

Yara Ahmed, Shadow Files Reporter
March 6, 2025
Learn about the different garments FCCLA students are making for the upcoming competition.
'Best Vacation' Contest

‘Best Vacation’ Contest

Zelina Panissidi, Social Media Editor
March 6, 2025
Tell us your dream vacation for a chance to win.
Confused about college? No problem, your guardian angel is here.

PRO/CON: College Admissions Culture Actually Cares Now

Adrienne Vera-Perez, Assistant Editor-in-Chief
March 6, 2025
In today’s state of admissions, content creators and social media have started to play an important role in enlightening students that would have otherwise been left in the dark.
Stand before the judge of college admissions and have your fate decided.

PRO/CON: College Admissions Culture Takes The Human Out of the Student

Ava Torres, Staff Writer
March 6, 2025
College Admissions culture has gotten out of control.
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