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In public and school libraries across the country, states are beginning to implement legislation that bans youth audiences from reading specific books. While these are examples of historically banned books in schools, the target of new-age censorship seems to be shifting.

EDITORIAL: Keep Politics off the Shelves

Southwest Shadow, Editorial Board
November 15, 2023
In school libraries across the United States, students are increasingly affected by new-age book bans that overwhelmingly target LGBTQ+ titles.
Janitor Darryl Bryant poses beside his rare 1964 TR4 in 1984. It was the first car he ever owned and considered a classic car at the time, and even more so now. “I’ve always been with cars,” Byrant said. “Back in my day when you were fifteen you had a drivers license. My parents bought me a 1964 TR4, it was broken, it didn’t have an engine, and I rebuilt it myself, that’s how I got into it. I’ve always loved cars, engines, things that go fast, in a straight line, 400 mph in about 2 seconds.”

Mechanic, Navy Sailor, Motorcyclist: Meet Darryl Bryant

Ava Torres, Staff Writer
November 15, 2023
Janitor Darryl Bryant shares his varied life career paths.
During both lunches, BSU historian Rediate Hunde sells tickets to students to watch the upcoming volleyball tournament. The tournament will take place after school in the gym where students can watch the competition and cheer on their friends. “I might be a referee or I might just be a spectator, but for the most part I’m going to be watching and helping around,” Hunde said. “I’m excited to see school spirit and involvement, people actually having fun, people having something to look forward to after school and bringing that sport element to our school.”

BSU HOSTS VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT

Joy Ryan, Staff Writer
November 13, 2023
The volleyball tournament will be held Nov. 14 and 15 after school at 2:00 p.m.
The extent of the security breach in CCSD’s network is not fully understood yet. The district is working with authorities to find the hackers responsible for the ongoing student data breach situation.

EDITORIAL: CCSD: Take Accountability for your Infrastructure

Southwest Shadow, Editorial Board
November 13, 2023
Following a vulnerability in the CCSD network that was allegedly exploited by a hacker group, student information and digital infrastructure in the district has been threatened.
"One of my best friends is flying in from New York, and we're going to hang out, " Fashion Design teacher Levi Harbeson said. "The F1 race is on The Strip, so we're going to try to avoid it as much as possible. My friend does want to see the Sphere though, so we're going to go see the movie experience at least."

Q&A: What Are You Doing Over The Long Weekend?

Kailie Sicolo, Staff Writer
November 13, 2023
Find out what students and staff are doing this weekend.
To encourage more students to eat breakfast, a rolling cart with bagged meals is available before school hours. On average, more than 27 percent of students ages 12 to 19 skip breakfast. “The CCSD Food department thought that some students might cut breakfast out of their daily diet for many reasons, one being the lack of time,” Food Service Manager Sisco Murillo said. “Having a sack lunch bag ready would help cut some of that time down and provide convenience.”

‘Fresh-and-Fast’ Breakfast Program starts

Yaritzza Montenegro, Copy Editor
November 9, 2023
Efforts made to combat skipping breakfast.
Senior Jayson DeGuzman works with his group to plan out his class’ Rube Goldberg machine. “The Rube Goldberg machine project was fun and different from what we’ve done in Engineering,” DeGuzman said. “Personally, I’ve liked to build things ever since I was a kid and being able to build something big like that with all my friends was pretty cool.”

Senior, Junior Engineers Compete To Construct Best Project

Achilles Caranto, Staff Writer
November 9, 2023
After months of preparation, seniors and juniors are competing against each other to design the better project.
'Thankgiving Recipe' Contest

‘Thankgiving Recipe’ Contest

Kathryn Peterson, Social Media Coordinator
November 8, 2023
With Thanksgiving around the corner, food is on our minds. Give us your best recipe for a chance to win.
Creating their own path, J-pop group JO1 takes inspiration from Korean music and concepts for their releases. Rating: B Photo Credit: Lapone Entertainment

Take a Peek Into JO1’s Discography in EQUINOX (Special Edition)

Kylie Dacquel, Staff Writer
November 7, 2023
Experience a twist on Japanese pop through the style of Korean music.
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DRAW MY SHADOW: LAURA PENROD

Emmanuel Miranda, Staff Writer
November 3, 2023
Laura Penrod shares her experiences being the Nevada 2024 Teacher of the Year.
Best of (Teen) Vegas 2023

Best of (Teen) Vegas 2023

Jianna Aganon and Ayma Malik
November 2, 2023
Students and editors are once again letting us know the places they appreciate in Las Vegas. Take a look into this year's "Best of".
The Oakland A’s, a baseball team originating from California, is relocating to Las Vegas, where it is being granted public funding for the construction of its new stadium. Ball Impact. UNF Baseball vs. Florida Gulf Coast University © DeusXFlorida, CC BY 2.0.

EDITORIAL: Schools Before Stadiums

Southwest Shadow, Editorial Board
October 31, 2023
An advocacy group called Schools Over Stadiums is attempting to petition for a referendum appealing the millions in public funding being allocated to the A’s stadium construction.
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