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Completing an assignment for NSC Dual Enrollment Math 126, senior Artur Barsan uses the knowledge and skills he learned to work with his peers. Assignments in dual enrollment classes provide students with a challenge and test their understanding. “The hardest part of dual enrollment classes is the work itself,” Barsan said. “You get points off if you turn in work late and you have to put in a lot of time into the class. If you don’t spend enough time doing the work and understanding the material, you won’t be able to do well and pass.”

Under Pressure: The Challenges of Dual Enrollment

Kylie Dacquel, Staff Writer
March 18, 2024
Dual credits provide advantages and benefits to those who decide to complete the course, but many are on the fence about taking these classes.
SCHOOL OPERATIONS CLOSED FOR SPRING BREAK

SCHOOL OPERATIONS CLOSED FOR SPRING BREAK

Ayma Malik, Editor in Chief
March 8, 2024
Have a great spring break, coyotes!
“I’m going to California to check out L.A. and go to Disneyland,” sophomore Kalvin Delos Reyes said. “We’re gonna go shopping and check out a lot of tourist spots and just have the chance to relax over spring break.”

Q&A: ARE YOU STAYING IN LAS VEGAS DURING SPRING BREAK?

March 8, 2024
Find out where SWCTA is headed for spring break!

Interior Design III constructs Miniature Houses

Hunter Rhee, Staff Writer
March 8, 2024
Learn about the major project the Interior Design Students work on.
As pharmacy seniors engaged in learning through Aztec online, they are almost completed with the program. Completing each unit is essential for finishing their online program by the end of March. “We have been working through Aztec this entire school year,” senior Leyna Nguyen said. “The workload isn’t much, but it's more about managing my time well and staying on-track to complete everything by the end of March before we start testing.”

Pharmacy Students Prepare for Aztec Software Exam

Ava Julian, Staff Writer
March 8, 2024
Pharmacy students study to prepare for the pharmacy Aztec final exam.
'AI Helper' Contest

‘AI Helper’ Contest

Kathryn Peterson, Social Media Coordinator
March 7, 2024
Enter for a chance to win!
META MIND CONTROL

META MIND CONTROL

Arcade Encarnacion, Editorial Cartoonist
March 7, 2024
Meta is often blamed for poor parenting.
Last year at the Black Student Union (BSU) annual basketball tournament, players Aaron Burton and Tyler Stanton competed for the ball. BSU encourages students to practice for the upcoming event. “I’ve been practicing a lot in order to win this year,” Burton said. “I’m excited to see who I will be playing against for this year's tournament.”

BSU Prepares for Basketball Tournament

Amelia Castellanos, Staff Writer
March 7, 2024
Games start on March 26.
Using a ruler for measuring, junior Skye Parker works with her partner to place roof tiles on their dollhouse. Correct measurement was an important part of building the dollhouse, as it ensured everything was oriented correctly and evenly. “I never knew math would be so involved with interior design,” Parker said.”It was involved in measuring the shingles so we could cut them, spacing out the wooden poles evenly, and many other parts of the building process.”

An Hour In … Interior Design

Kailie Sicolo, Staff Writer
March 7, 2024
Interior Design students construct dollhouses to study scale models, interior furnishings, exterior architecture.
Joining the march, freshman Jaidyn Eddington sets to interact with the cheering crowd alongside her float. After the exhausting preparation of puppet-handling and choreography, the Halloween parade was ready. “I guess it's just a big pile of dopamine,” Eddington said. “Like you're constantly happy, you're loving the work environment, you're loving seeing the smiles on everyone's faces as you go down the streets; everyone's positive, everyone tries their hardest to make everyone smile, and it's just a good experience.” Photo credit: Leslie Robertson

Determined Parade Marcher: Meet Jaidyn Eddington

Venice Jingco, Staff writer
March 5, 2024
Jaidyn Eddington shares her pursuit in parade performances.
Gathering for their board meeting, the CCSD Board of Trustees discusses the future of the school district’s leadership following Superintendent Dr. Jesus Jara’s resignation. Jara has served in CCSD as the superintendent since 2018. “We have four new trustees that were appointed to the board that were non-voting members,” Computer Science teacher Dana Cuni said. “Most trustees are voted in by a public who may not know what's best for education, but these four professionals know the process. They've been in education, they have PhDs, and they know what we need, so I'm hoping they do their work to find the research, to hear what parents want, what students want, what teachers want, and use a hiring process to find a person who's a better fit than Jara was.” Screenshot from CCSD School Board Meeting

Jara’s Legacy: Impact on CCSD

Jianna Aganon and Yaritzza Montenegro
March 4, 2024
Former Superintendent Dr. Jesus Jara left a dent in the history of CCSD.
After an approximately seven-hour drive to Reno, Nevada, Speech and Debate students anticipated to compete. The sudden news was revealed on March 1 in the afternoon. “The next plan of action is to have a snow day,” senior Ellie Lakatos said. “We are probably going to enjoy the weather a bit. However, as for the tournament I know that the Debate kids are disappointed as it will have to be rescheduled for another day or online. The debate students worked really hard and I hope they will have a chance to show all they know.”

BREAKING NEWS: Debate Portion of Speech, Debate State Competition Postponed

Yaritzza Montenegro, Copy Editor
March 2, 2024
Students competing in speech participated on March 1.
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