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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.
Quiz: Do you know what happened last week?

Quiz: Do you know what happened last week?

Julia Jauregui
November 16, 2020
Take a look into what you may of missed in the week of Nov. 9.
According to the Journal of Effective Teaching “Working collaboratively with others is extremely important in building problem solving and teamwork skills and is proven to help students retain information better.” However, because of virtual schooling, group work poses more of a challenge for teachers to incorporate into online lessons."Teamwork" by davis.steve32 is licensed under CC BY 2.0 .

Teachers Explore New Options To Increase Student Interaction

Lily Gurdison
November 16, 2020
With schools being virtual, it is not only stressful for students to ask for help on assignments from their teachers, but also to connect with other students and collaborate.
Play, collect and match with iconic Funko Pops! that brings this game to life. Rating: A Photo Credit: N3TWORK Inc.

Collect unique Funko Pops with ‘Funko Pop! Blitz’

Naila Yazdani
November 16, 2020
Swipe, swap and match three characters to bring Funko Pop! figures to life.
The CCSD Board of Trustees began discussing the new hybrid operational plan. Guided by state recommendations, the plan was initially called to be implemented, but was delayed afterwards. "Make no mistake, we are suffering here in Clark County, and as we enter here in the winter months, our challenges will increase exponentially. But the future of our children is on the line," CCSD Superintendent Jesus Jara said. (Photo Credit: Rhamil Taguba)

School Board postpones vote on hybrid model

Ahmed Ahmed and Rhamil Taguba
November 15, 2020
The school board’s decision to postpone the vote may leave some confused.
America’s Radical Racial Revolution

America’s Radical Racial Revolution

Ahmed Ahmed
November 13, 2020
America underwent a racial awakening last Tuesday-just not the one liberals were expecting.
Q&A: Do you wear reusable or disposable masks?

Q&A: Do you wear reusable or disposable masks?

Lily Gurdison
November 13, 2020
With a two-week stay at home mandate declared by Governor Steve Sisolak, we wonder what kind of masks you choose to wear.
Experiencing her first RTC in 2019, freshman Rochelle Barrameda sits alongside her fellow club members after performing their chants for the Spirit Stick. “My favorite thing about RTC last year was probably competing with our division to win the spirit stick,” Barrameda said. “Although we didn’t win the spirit stick we cheered our hearts out, I know I did!”. Photo Credit: Rochelle Barrameda

Key Club members collect hours at virtual RTC

Kamryn Baldenebro
November 13, 2020
Instead of physically going to RTC this year, due to the ongoing pandemic, Key Club held a virtual workshop where members were able to come together as a team as well as gain community service hours.
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