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“One Piece” changes many aspects of the source material but still holds onto its main themes. Rating: A-Photo Credit: Netflix

‘One Piece’ breaks the live-action anime curse

Philipos Alebachew, Staff Writer
October 3, 2023
The long-awaited live-action adaptation of “One Piece” covers the first “East Blue” saga where the straw-hat crew begins their journey.
Rehearsing his lines for the school announcements, Atmospheric Specialist Philipos Alebachew prepares to record the weather reports for the week. The club prepared a slide as a visual for students to further understand the weather report. “I hope people will get more educated about climatology and meteorology,” Alebachew said. “Then they can spread the good word of nature.”

New Meteorology Club Discusses the Weather

Zelina Panissidi, Staff Writer
October 2, 2023
The club is to meet every other Wednesday from 2:00-3:00 in H211
“The fall festivals are really fun to go to,” junior Erin Ferrer said. “I just really like carnivals and rides in general.”

Q&A: What is your favorite fall activity?

Emmanuel Miranda, Staff Writer
October 1, 2023
Learn what students' favorite fall activities are.
VIB: Vegas Isn't Boring

VIB: Vegas Isn’t Boring

Kathryn Peterson, Social Media Coordinator
September 29, 2023
Find something fun to do this weekend.
Posing together for a picture in front of their childhood home. The Evarts triplets share a lot more than just their identical features. “Growing up we had to share a lot of stuff,” freshman Emily Evarts said. “and even now I borrow some of my brother’s clothes, and they borrow some of my drawing or art supplies. But that is the nice thing about being a triplet.”

Three Peas in a Pod: Meet the Evarts Triplets

Ava Julian, Staff Writer
September 29, 2023

From their earliest memories of life, triplets Nathan, Luke, and Emily have always been there for each other. They have shared similar feelings when it comes to new experiences. “It’s always been...

PUNK ROCK MUSEUM HOLDS GUIDED TOURS FOR ENTHUSIASTS

Travis McGinnis and Kathryn Peterson
September 29, 2023
The Punk Rock Museum is dedicated to the respective music genre and features years of historical artifacts.
Where Are They Now: Jen Chiang

Where Are They Now: Jen Chiang

Kailie Sicolo, Staff Writer
September 26, 2023
Take a look into Class of 2016 graduate Jen Chiang's life.
Diligently working, juniors Adyen Ionescu and Rayan Awad collaborate to improve their writing. Students use this class to develop their speech and debate skills. “I’m a novice and everything is still new and intimidating to me,” Ionescu said. “So far I like how I have this sort of creative freedom. I’ve had classmates that have noted that I’m really good with speech, but only being restricted to a handful of topics just for an assignment isn’t enough for me. I’m participating in the October tournament, and I’m both excited and nervous about it as well. I can’t wait to see if that freedom pays off in the end and truly see my speaking capabilities.”

SPEECH, DEBATE CLUB EXPANDS INTO COURSE

Joy Ryan, Staff Writer
September 26, 2023
This year Speech and Debate is not only a club, but an elective.
Fix your sleep schedule with Snorlax’s snoozy studies. Rating: C+ Photo Credit: IGDB

Improve your Bedtime with ‘Pokémon Sleep’

Venice Jingco, Staff Writer
September 26, 2023
Pokémon’s next spin-off game aims for healthier sleep.
Club Preview: A Look Into The Week Of September 25

Club Preview: A Look Into The Week Of September 25

Kailie Sicolo, Staff Writer
September 25, 2023
FCCLA holds a student workshop, Key Clubs hosts a service activity, Meteorology Association prepares for school gardens, FBLA announces Member of the Month, and Drama Club plans board elections.
For many teenagers, high school graduation is one of the most crucial life milestones. Arguably even more important than graduating is the college admissions process that follows- a process that many ambitious high school students tend to flunk.

We Should Reconsider our College Applications

Ethan Bull, Opinion Editor
September 25, 2023
For the last few years, ambitious high school students have been taking a flawed approach to their college decisions. Increasingly competitive high schoolers need to shift their perspectives if they want to achieve fulfillment in their post-graduation lives.
Working solo, Jessica Kelly teaches a lesson covering racial injustices. Kelly has been keeping her students engaged through slideshows and weekly discussions. “I'm really into teaching this class. And I just want to make it a culture at this school,” Kelly said. “Everybody should want to take this class, regardless of what they look like, or their ethnic background. I feel like everybody needs to hear this important information.”

Teacher’s Goal of Offering Ethnic Studies Course Materializes

Daphney Garcia-Hatton, Staff Writer
September 25, 2023
New Nevada State University Ethnic Studies 101 course makes its first appearance to our curriculum, here at SWCTA.
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