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 Lots of students have major tunnel vision about life after high school, but there are a lot of options other than college or the workforce. While many seniors have set plans after high school, others who are undecided look to college to help them figure things out. “College is the next step,” senior Alyssa Hong said. “For me, I feel like I need to go to college because there's going to be more opportunities for me in college, although not everyone has to go to college to succeed.”

Maybe College Isn’t the Next Step

Achilles Caranto, Staff Writer
February 2, 2024
Plans for after graduation are very college-centered, despite worthwhile alternatives.
 “The Talos Principle II” is a massive puzzle game that takes place 1000 years after the saga’s first entry. 
Rating: A-Photo Credit: Croteam

Uncover the Secrets of a Futuristic World in ‘The Talos Principle II’

Philipos Alebachew, Staff Writer
February 2, 2024

One thousand years ago, a new kind of humanity emerged, becoming the new caretakers of the Earth. They were created by The Founder, a god-like being revered by the new race. The Founder also founded New...

Guests are guaranteed to find a meal they’ll enjoy at Cheongdam Food Hall.
Grade: A-

Chow Down at Cheongdam Food Hall

Shayna Migalang, Staff Writer
January 31, 2024
Taste the soul of Korea, along with other cuisines, at this elevated food court.
Ensuring safe hygiene, treasurer Gia Naguiat assists in distributing cookies at the beginning of a NHS meeting. Hand sanitizer was required because the cookies weren’t individually wrapped. “Admittedly, the snacks we serve our members aren’t always the same and we do put thought into it,” Naguiat said. “It may be a small gesture, but especially after school it’s always nice to have a small treat after a long day.”

Club Preview: A look into the week of Jan. 29

Shayna Migalang, Staff Writer
January 30, 2024
TSA prepares for state competition, NHS hosts positive attendance meeting, and Crochet Club introduces their Valentine’s Day project.
The New Year's tradition of making resolutions has prompted people to make unrealistic goals that rarely get accomplished.

New Year, Same Me

Ava Julian, Staff Writer
January 30, 2024
New Year's resolutions fail society year after year.
Real World Graphics

Real World Graphics

Venice Jingco, Staff Writer
January 29, 2024
Death, blood, and guts are normalized in digital entertainment.

The Mob Museum: A Sight that Shouldn’t Be Missed

Travis McGinnis and Chase Paine
January 24, 2024
Learn why The Mob Museum is one of the best places to visit in Las Vegas.
After postponing the form for three months, the FAFSA has now become available during periods of time as they monitor site performance. Changes have been made to allow its users to seamlessly apply financial aid for higher education. “I’ve known about FAFSA since last year because my sister was applying to college,” senior Shantell Hunt said. “Honestly, I thought the application was weird because your parents had to set up their own account. When my sister did hers last year, she had to ask my dad a lot of questions about his finances but this year there weren’t too many questions about it.”

New FAFSA Available Periodically

Yaritzza Montenegro, Copy Editor
January 22, 2024
FAFSA is only available for periods of time as the company “monitors site performance."
While walking across campus on the new sidewalks, students make their way to class. For several years, students walked along the dirt and stones, causing them to violate an institutional rule. “[The] rule is for everyone to use the sidewalks because they are level and provide better footing when compared to the stones,” Assistant Principal Cameron Roehm. “The rule is there for safety reasons and I would hope students would want to keep their shoes cleaner by not tracking through the stones.”

NEW CROSSWALKS ON CAMPUS

Joy Ryan, Staff Writer
January 19, 2024
Students are greeted with new crosswalks when entering campus.

Winterfest: A Collage of Clubs

Clubs from all genres work together to create SWCTA's Winterfest.
Many Americans no longer view our politicians as experienced statesmen, leaders and policymakers. Now, presidential candidates have become mockable caricatures.

Bring Back the Lincoln-Douglas Debates

Ethan Bull, Opinion Editor
January 19, 2024
As political showmanship has increasingly dominated American politics, perhaps one answer to the issue of unsatisfactory presidential candidates can be found by abandoning our short-form media.
Standing in front of the aircraft, senior Mason Teschler gets ready to do his solo flight at the Jean Airport. “This was one of my biggest accomplishments throughout my journey,” Teschler said.
“This was my first ever solo flight, though it was scary at first because of the small space, it was not a problem.”

Student Pilot : Meet Mason Teschler

Angel White, Staff Writer
January 14, 2024
Senior Mason shares his journey as he soars through the world of aviation