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Working on a poster, Freshman Class Secretary Bailey Tift creates a design for Friendsgiving. She outlined the letters on the poster in pencil before painting them. “I was doing the poster because it was my assigned job,” Tift said. “I really like making posters because I get to paint them and have a lot of creative freedom.”

‘Friendsgiving’ Continues For Another Year

Celia Evangelista, Staff Writer
November 20, 2024
Student Council Is Holding ‘Friendsgiving’ on Thursday, November 21 from 2 to 4 p.m. in the ballroom for invitees only.
"I'm watching it with my sister," sophomore Marleena Tabayan said. "I've never seen the Broadway version, but I grew up with the soundtrack. I have memories of her singing it out randomly so I love that we're watching it together."

Q&A: Are you watching ‘Wicked’?

Philipos Alebachew, Kailie Sicolo, and Kylie Dacquel
November 20, 2024
Learn about what students are anticipating for the upcoming movie adaptation of 'Wicked'.
Standing up in front of the class, President Gurnoor Gill and Secretary Haris Gibirilia prepare to present a slideshow to introduce the club. Around twenty students were present at the meeting. “I joined this club because I've always liked human rights,” sophomore Atronos Solomon said. “I am really interested in the overall concept of spreading awareness about all of the disparities in the world today such as the way minorities get treated.”

Amnesty International Club Hosts First Official Meeting

Johnny Tao, Staff Writer
November 19, 2024
New club is looking to recruit more students who are interested in learning about human rights and advocacy.
Creating a fake wound, senior Roxana Huve uses various supplies to make the injury as realistic as possible. Members participated in hands-on activities to gain in-depth understanding of the focus of the meeting. “I was applying a glue stick onto Emily’s arm and adding toilet paper onto it to create a realistic wound,” Huve said. “It was a fun activity and we got to learn about wounds and how they’re inflicted.” Photo Credit: Allee Lin

Club Preview: A look into the week of Nov. 18

Kylie Dacquel, Standards and Practices Editor
November 19, 2024
Criminology & Forensics Club covers criminal stereotyping, Dungeons & Dragons Club continues gameplay and Book Club discusses their book of the month.
SIX ARTISTS YOU SHOULD BE LISTENING TO: NOVEMBER 2024

SIX ARTISTS YOU SHOULD BE LISTENING TO: NOVEMBER 2024

Venice Jingco, A&E Editor
November 18, 2024
Brighten your day with some new November tunes.
LAST WEEK IN SPORTS: 11/11-11/18

LAST WEEK IN SPORTS: 11/11-11/18

Nino Galloway, Sports Writer
November 18, 2024
Championships are winding down as other ones are just warming up.
A fantastic demonstration of mature vocals, enhanced production, and catchy lyrics. Grade: A+Photo Credit: ©2024 Insanity Records

Roam The World Of Indie With Fresh Eyes Listening To ‘Always Like This’

Ava Torres, Features Editor
November 14, 2024
British Pop Musician Bradley Simpson Delves Into Indie Rock With His Solo Debut
“Respectfully, I forgot the Grammys existed, but I believe that Charli XCX and Sabrina Carpenter got that in the bag. They have some big moments behind them.” senior Anagell Johnson said. “I personally haven’t listened to Brat, but I know of it, like everything is lime green on Instagram and there’s even a dress to impress update just for it, if I had to choose between them it would probably be Charli XCX.”

Q&A : Who Do You Think is Winning Best Album of the Year

Angel White and Mason Rafferty
November 14, 2024
Find out who Southwest thinks is going to win Grammys 2025 Best Album of the Year
LAST WEEK IN SPORTS: 11/4-11/11

LAST WEEK IN SPORTS: 11/4-11/11

Nino Galloway, Sports Writer
November 14, 2024
Championships are winding down as other ones are just warming up.
Painting their pumpkins during FCCLA’s annual pumpkin painting meeting, juniors Aki Javier and Rizzael Maniego work alongside each other. The members were able to choose their own designs when decorating their pumpkins. “I wanted to win the best pumpkin [award],” Maniego said. “I tried painting Starry Night by Vincent Van Gogh and I feel that it turned out pretty good despite the short amount of time we were given.”

Club Preview: A look into the week of Nov. 12

Kylie Dacquel, Standards and Practices Editor
November 12, 2024
FCCLA works on their STAR projects, NHS hosts a joint meeting with Key Club, and Crochet Club continues working on their baby mittens.
'Favorite Tradition' Contest

‘Favorite Tradition’ Contest

Zelina Panissidi, Social Media Editor
November 12, 2024
Tell us your favorite Thanksgiving or holiday tradition for a chance to win.

Trunk or Treat Returns

Devin Uclaray, Shadow Files Reporter
November 11, 2024
Learn about STUCO's second Trunk or Treat where clubs celebrate the Halloween spirit in the community.
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