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Sophomores in Computer Science II begin learning the basics of Java, one of the most widely used programming languages in the industry.  Students used Java in AP Computer Science but have been increasing their knowledge of it this year. “I am questioning pursuing programming as a career, but it sure is going to be good for the other things I am trying to do,” sophomore Liban Tuni said.
Photo Credit: Liban Tuni

Computer science II students learn the basics of Java

Tishie Nyitray
November 3, 2020
Students in Computer Science II Honors are beginning to learn the basics of Java, a computing language that will be prevalent all throughout their career.
This iconic open-world RPG (role-playing game) introduces a conflict between machine and man that the player gets to unravel.  Rating: A 
Photo Credit: Monolith Games

Fight and level up in ‘Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition’

Monserrat Mendieta
November 3, 2020
Game has been upgraded with more content, better graphics, organized visuals and more.
Updates on the election. "Joe Biden" by Gage Skidmore is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0 .

THE OFFICIAL SOUTHWEST SHADOW 2020 ELECTION LIVE BLOG

Ahmed Ahmed
November 3, 2020
Will weakened Hispanic support sink Biden in Florida? Can Trump hang on to the Midwestern Rustbelt states he won four years ago? Who will win the race for Congress? Follow our OFFICIAL live blog to find out!
Q&A: How will you be spending your three-day weekend?

Q&A: How will you be spending your three-day weekend?

Hanae Furugaki
November 2, 2020
Students from varying grades answer how they will be spending their long-awaited three-day weekend.
Quiz: Do you know what happened last week?

Quiz: Do you know what happened last week?

Julia Jauregui
November 2, 2020
Test your knowledge from the week of Oct. 26.
2020 November Thanks Contest

2020 November Thanks Contest

Julia Jauregui
November 1, 2020

November is the month of giving thanks and celebrating Thanksgiving with your friends and family. With an uncertain year, as well as going into lockdown and transitioning into online-schooling, it is still...

Desperate times call for desperate measures

Desperate times call for desperate measures

Aila Pasic
October 31, 2020
With Halloween upon us, the only thing scarier than no candy is the coronavirus.
Enjoy a one of a kind meal at ‘Egg Sammie’

Enjoy a one of a kind meal at ‘Egg Sammie’

Hannah Paine
October 29, 2020
Inspired by Tao Group’s Egghead in New York, Egg Sammie provides a simplistic and comfortable environment for an appetizing breakfast or lunch.
Where Are They Now: Ana Woods

Where Are They Now: Ana Woods

Madison Land
October 29, 2020
Ana is currently attending UNR as a freshman and is studying Social Work.
As she types her ideas on the keyboard, sophomore Bella Gomez reviews the rough draft of her reflective essay. For this particular assignment, she and other students must go into detail on how a profound experience has impacted their life.  “I liked working on this assignment because it allowed  me to write about this life-changing event and how it really affected me.”  Photo Credit: Bella Gomez

Sophomores begin writing reflective essays in English 10 classes

Monserrat Mendieta
October 29, 2020
Learning the basics from writing a reflective essay to how it differs from regular essays, students in Virginie Guillemette’s English 10 class share what they have learned.
Running an engine inspection on an old Mac truck, the new automotive instructor, Bertrand Potts started in the automotive trade right out of high school and quickly progressed in the field. “I was the North American Feild Team Leader, testing out oil formulations in trucks, busses, boats, you name it.  I was in charge of testing different oils in field-applications” Potts said.

Photo Credit: Bertrand Potts

New Automotive Teacher: Meet Bertrand Potts

Lily Gurdison
October 27, 2020

From experimenting with motor oil to working on navy submarines, the new automotive instructor, Bertrand Potts has a long history of schooling and career work in his field. “I have been in the automotive...

SOUTHWEST SHADOW ASKS: Jennifer Luong

SOUTHWEST SHADOW ASKS: Jennifer Luong

Madison Land
October 27, 2020
Jennifer Loung, a junior, answers ten questions regarding her favorite quote, preferred superpower and what decade she would like to experience.