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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.

Junior Class Hosts Pie-a-Palooza

Devin Uclaray, Shadow Files Reporter
March 6, 2025
STUCO hosts a Pie-a-Palooza fundraiser to increase funds for Prom
Start your morning with various options of breakfast delicacies.

Indulge in Freshly Made Delights at ‘Keke’s Breakfast Cafe’

Zelina Panissidi, Social Media Editor
March 5, 2025
Treat yourself to a variety of sweet, savory, and classic breakfast dishes.
LAST MONTH IN SPORTS: FEBRUARY

LAST MONTH IN SPORTS: FEBRUARY

Nino Galloway, Sports Writer
March 4, 2025
The last month in sports has been action-packed in every sense of the word, so let’s take a look back.
Six Artists You Should Be Listening To: March 2025

Six Artists You Should Be Listening To: March 2025

Jaden Espinueva, Staff Writer
March 4, 2025
Discover new artists to listen to this Month.
As part of the yearly tradition, Philipos Alebachew, Maximillan Aller, and Ava Nave came together to light their candles. This practice is done at every induction ceremony to officially welcome the students into the organization. “The candle ceremony signifies that when students are together, they bring a lot of light [to society],” NHS adviser Laura Penrod said. “Yet individually, they all bring their own unique light to the space.”

NHS Induction Ceremony Set To Occur March 7

Johnny Tao, Staff Writer
March 4, 2025
The NHS induction ceremony will welcome the newly selected members for the 2026 school year.
Preparing to squat during a competition, sophomore Larry Fulgencio readies to lift a record-breaking squat. He got first place in weight class and age division. “This was one of my most challenging yet rewarding moments I have been lucky enough to accomplish,” Fulgencio said. “It will always be in my memories.”

Unbelievable Powerlifter: Meet Larry Fulgencio

Celia Evangelista, Staff Writer
March 4, 2025
Sophomore Larry Fulgencio shares his journey as a teen powerlifter.
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