‘Blue Reminder’ Explores the Complexities of Human Emotion Aanya Miller, Staff Writer October 10, 2025 Indie Pop/Rock band "Hand Habits" is emotionally weighted with heartfelt, slow songs, following the commitment of relationships.
Editorial: The Unseen Wounds of a Jobless Youth Southwest Shadow, Editorial Board October 9, 2025 As economic troubles in the US continue, how will this affect the teens and young adults who are just starting out in society?
A Persistent Tennis Player: Meet Dylan Grove Karmen Cao, Staff Writer October 9, 2025 Grove continues her tennis passion of six years, driven by her strong work ethic and close bonds with her teammates.
Welcome to the Oddest “Grocery Store”: Omega Mart Yara Ahmed, Shadow Files Reporter October 8, 2025 Dive deep on the interactive "grocery store" with full of mysteries.
Teaching Positions in Two CTE Programs, Special Education Remain Vacant DJ Madamba, Staff Writer October 8, 2025 Programs Culinary and Nursing, as well as special education, face openings
CLUB PREVIEW: A LOOK INTO THE WEEK OF OCT. 6 Calahan Davis, Staff Writer October 6, 2025 TSA prepares members for state competitions, Amnesty International plans a jeopardy game and Crochet Club will begin to teach members basic skills.
Student Council to Host ‘Venetian Nights’ Homecoming Celia Evangelista, Co-Activities Director October 5, 2025 Tickets will be available from Sept. 29 through Oct. 10, or until they sell out.
Q&A: What part of homecoming are you most excited for? Adrienne Vera-Perez, Editor-in-Chief October 3, 2025 Find out what upcoming events students and staff are the most excited for.
Plugged In, Burnt Out: The Doomscrolling Epidemic Jon Escala, Staff Writer October 3, 2025 From late-night scrolling to endless news cycles, doomscrolling has become a common, yet harmful, habit for many teenagers.
The Realest Madden Yet Andrew Baier, Staff Writer October 3, 2025 Bringing well-needed updates and new features, EA Sports attempts to breathe fresh life into the franchise.
![Swaying and preparing to toss the tennis ball, Dylan Grove practices serving. Grove had been training in preparation for her upcoming matches against Chaparral and Doral Red Rock. “[Both teams are] both very tough opponents, but I am ready for whatever gets thrown my way,” Grove said.](https://southwestshadow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/image-1200x900.png)
![Practicing the basic skills of nursing, sophomore Natalia Yancey gets her heartbeat checked with a stethoscope. Sophomore nursing students reviewed skills from freshman year. “I’ve always wanted to be in the medical field; it’s been my dream forever,” Yancey said. “Doing [practice skills] so early on is not only an amazing opportunity, but it helps me to prepare for my future.”](https://southwestshadow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG_9843-1200x800.jpg)
![“I’m most excited for the [Homecoming] Spirit Week,” senior Jada Dejesus said. “I think it’s really fun to dress up … especially as a senior. I plan on going all out every spirit week this year.”](https://southwestshadow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG_0449-1200x900.jpeg)
