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In order to ensure students know about circular motion, AP Physics I teacher Patrick Waddington had students choose groups and calculate circular motion on any planet. Circular motion is part of the third unit in AP Physics I. “I hope that students will use the project as a chance to study for their upcoming Circular Motion Test, talk through their misconceptions with group members, and be able to have an interesting bit of trivia info about something that not many are familiar with,” Waddington said. Photo Credit: Juliana Borruso

Students calculate circular motions on different planets

Juliana Borruso
November 23, 2020
Studying circular motion, students in AP Physics I create presentations and calculate forces on a different planet.
LIFEHACKS: Computer Edition

LIFEHACKS: Computer Edition

Farhad Yazdani
November 23, 2020
Learn how to make your computer as efficient as possible with these Google Extension hacks.
Quiz: Do you know what happened last week?

Quiz: Do you know what happened last week?

Julia Jauregui
November 23, 2020
From more news about the 2020 Election results, to a new Star Wars themed hotel, find out if you've kept up with the events in the past week.
Focusing on group work for the regional cuisine project, sophomore Crystal Knudson begins doing research on what dishes should be included in her group’s menu. Students are assigned group members for the regional cuisine so they can begin researching on a variety of different cuisines and start creating a menu. “I’m expecting to learn a lot about culture since America is full of immigrants,” Knudson said. “Even though American food may seem boring, there are lots of backstories depending on who colonized the area.” Photo Credit: Crystal Knudson

Exploring a World of Flavors in Culinary II

Aila Pasic
November 20, 2020
Beginning research of America’s most popular regional cuisines, Culinary II students are brainstorming their own delicious dishes to include with the research of their project.
INFOGRAPHIC : Top 5 Black-Friday early bird deals

INFOGRAPHIC : Top 5 Black-Friday early bird deals

Kamryn Baldenebro
November 20, 2020
Some of the best sales and deals for this holiday season.
Q&A: Should Gov. Steve Sisolak Mandate Another Required Lockdown?

Q&A: Should Gov. Steve Sisolak Mandate Another Required Lockdown?

Lily Gurdison
November 20, 2020

With Las Vegas COVID-19 cases at an all-time high, we asked students if another lockdown should be mandated.  

PODCAST: Girls’ Safety: The Dangers of Las Vegas

PODCAST: Girls’ Safety: The Dangers of Las Vegas

Hannah Paine, Kayla Thomas, Monserrat Mendieta, and Lily Gurdison
November 20, 2020
Listen to firsthand experiences, escape tactics, how violent counters happen, common ploys criminals use and ways to be aware of the environment in this episode.
2020 Best of (Teen) Las Vegas

2020 Best of (Teen) Las Vegas

Julia Jauregui
November 20, 2020
For six consecutive years, students have made their voices known on the places they appreciate in Las Vegas. Take a look into this years' winners.
SPARK: Fall Fashion 2020

SPARK: Fall Fashion 2020

Tishie Nyitray
November 19, 2020
The biggest styles, trends and fashion elements for fall 2020.
After researching the traditions of Latin America, student Jusper Julius B. Aligaen submits a digital ofrenda. Through this project, students are developing a better understanding of the traditional holidays celebrated by Spanish-speaking countries. “The Day of the Dead is very important to me,” Aligaen said. “It is the time for me to remember those who made me who I am now, especially my uncle who passed away. I want to keep his memory alive.” Photo Credit: Ana Cristina Thomann

Students create ‘Dia De Los Muertos’ ofrendas to honor the dead

Truong Phan
November 18, 2020
Spanish IIH students make traditional ofrendas focusing on honoring and remembering their loved ones.
It’s Groundhog Day: Plans for in-person learning have been scrapped, and students will continue online learning as COVID-19 cases skyrocket. Photo Credit: Gurleen Swaich

EDITORIAL: The unicorn of returning to classes

Southwest Shadow
November 17, 2020
The virus has gotten completely out-of-control and is worse than ever. How can we fix this?
Releasing seven new songs in his EP, one of them being an old hit, Peter Manos vividly portrays the anxiety of getting out of your comfort zone.  Rating: A-Photo Credit: Capitol

Endeavor into a parallel mindset with ‘Do You Turn Red?’

Gurleen Swaich
November 17, 2020
Utilizing his capabilities in guitar and piano, Peter Manos’ EP ‘Do You Turn Red?’ showcases this new artists’ admirable talent.
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