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“No, I am not ready for fourth quarter because I have to think about my future for next year,” senior Tasia Wright said. “Thinking about my future is very worrying because I don’t know what’s in store.”

Q&A: Are you ready for fourth quarter?

Ava Julian, Staff Writer
March 24, 2023
Students let us know if they are ready for fourth quarter.
An Hour In ... Photography

An Hour In … Photography

Emmanuel Miranda, Staff Writer
March 24, 2023
Using techniques they learned, photography students recreate famous paintings using props in the classroom.
Since the addition of lanyards in school dress code, more students have taken advantage of expressing their interests, organizations or identities.

Tiny Forms of Expression Through Pins

Ashley Harris, News and Features Editor
March 24, 2023
When students or educators display pins around their lanyards or bags, it's a subtle reminder of who they are.
VIB: This Weekend in Vegas 3/24/23

VIB: This Weekend in Vegas 3/24/23

Hannah Paine, Social Media Editor
March 24, 2023
Find something fun to do this weekend.
Constructing the foundation of her doll house, junior Samara Hendry sets the base of her project. Students began their capstones by following instructions and gluing pieces together. “It’s fun, it’s like building a gingerbread house,” Hendry said. “But instead of frosting, it’s wood glue, and that’s the worst part. After class, I find wood glue everywhere: my hair, nails, clothes. Plus, it smells pretty bad.”

Interior III Students Begin Capstone Projects

Hannah Paine, Social Media Editor
March 24, 2023
After three years in the program, students are using their knowledge and skills to create their final project.
Podcast: Onto the Next Chapter

Podcast: Onto the Next Chapter

Growing up, moving out and moving on. The reality seniors are facing during fourth quarter.
Quiz: Do you know what happened last week?

Quiz: Do you know what happened last week?

Hannah Paine, Social Media Editor
March 21, 2023
Find out what you might have missed last week.

CLUB PREVIEW: A LOOK INTO THE WEEK OF MARCH 20

Rhamil Taguba, Managing Editor
March 21, 2023
Creative Writing plans for next year, HOSA creates goodie baskets, and Jam Club continues to prepare for their Coachella performance.
Creating his own head to toe cosplay attire through 3D printing, Staheli proudly poses for his professional photos. "I'm most proud of the things I make because not many people have the chance to make something that's one of a kind, like my suit," Staheli said. "It's the same with everything I make. I'm really proud because it was by my effort that it exists."

Creative Cosplayer, 3D Printer: Meet Samuel Staheli

Paizley Swaney, Staff Writer
March 20, 2023
Cosplayer and 3D Printer shares his experiences, goals and more.
“My husband and I are going to be taking a trip to Quito, which has a monument at the equator. We are also traveling to a town called Banos which has a lot of waterfalls,” teacher Christina McCoy said. “Then we are going to be staying in the Amazon and will be staying with an indigenous tribe.”

Q&A: What are you doing over Spring Break?

Hannah Paine, Social Media Editor
March 11, 2023
Students and teachers let us know what they will be doing over Spring Break.
VIB: THIS WEEKEND IN VEGAS 3/10/23

VIB: THIS WEEKEND IN VEGAS 3/10/23

Hannah Paine, Social Media Editor
March 10, 2023
Find something fun to do this weekend.
SCHOOL OPERATIONS CLOSED FOR SPRING BREAK

SCHOOL OPERATIONS CLOSED FOR SPRING BREAK

Hannah Paine, Social Media Editor
March 10, 2023
In observance of Spring Break, the regular posting schedule and school operations will continue on Monday, March 20.