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Listening to board members announce upcoming events, senior Harris Gibirila expresses excitement with his brother. Gibirla looked forward to HOSA’s Parent’s Night Out event. “Volunteering at an event that gives kids with down syndrome an opportunity for some freedom sounded really interesting to me,” Gibrila said. “As a volunteer, we would be watching them so they have some form of supervision from a person their age.”

Club Preview: A Look Into The Week Of Oct. 21

Kailie Sicolo, News Editor
October 22, 2024
HOSA prepares members for their upcoming blood drive and SLC events, Dungeons and Dragons begins playing, and Speech and Debate celebrates members’ wins at the October tournament.

Last Week In Sports: 10/14-10/21

Nino Galloway, Sports Writer
October 22, 2024

Homecoming 2024: Hoco Wrapped

Travis McGinnis, Shadow Files Director
October 22, 2024
Learn what students' and STUCO members' thought of this year's homecoming dance.
In the past few months, Korean makeup brand Tirtir has expanded their shade range for their Mask Fit Red Cushion Foundation to include thirty different colors, a large expansion from the three that were previously offered.

K-Beauty is Made for Koreans

Kailie Sicolo, News Editor
October 22, 2024
Recently, Korean Beauty brands have been a hot topic of conversation concerning their very limited shade ranges.
With its unique gameplay style and fun graphics, “What The Car?” brings a new twist on an old genre. Rating: A- Photo Credit: © 2024 Triband

Live Your Wildest Racing Dreams in ‘What The Car?’

Hunter Rhee, Multimedia Editor
October 18, 2024
“What The Car?” has a distinct gameplay style and entertaining graphics that set it apart from other racing games.
To prepare for the AP test, senior Andre Aquino is working out problems on the white board. He’s been practicing these problems for many weeks now, and thinks that he’s going to do well with the help of the teacher. “I think it’s definitely a very energetic way of teaching,” Aquino said. “I feel like it does get me ready for Calculus. I feel very awake when I’m in this class.”

An Hour In … AP Calculus AB

Hunter Rhee, Multimedia Editor
October 18, 2024

 

Welcome yourself to Dirty Dough, where the flavors rotate weekly, with a new texture experience within each cookie.

Craze Over Cookies at ‘Dirty Dough’

Isabella Sandoval, Staff Writer
October 17, 2024
This Arizona-based bakery is all about bold flavors and sweet treats that awaken the senses.
Gentle parents attempt to uplift children without pressure, but this ultimately crushes them.

‘It’s Okay’ Isn’t Enough

Amelia Castellanos, Staff Writer
October 17, 2024

There’s a popular belief in today’s parenting world that gentle parenting—characterized by calm conversations and comforting pats on the back—is the best way to raise emotionally healthy children....

Men have begun painting feminists into something they’re not.

Why do people hate feminists?

Shayna Migalang, Opinion Editor
October 16, 2024
Misinterpretations of feminism and a dislike towards their beliefs have resulted in a decline in self proclaimed feminists over generations.
Makeout Reef’s newest album “Star Power” brings consistently amazing tracks to the surf rock community. Grade: A

Run On A Cold Beach With ‘Star Power’

Ava Torres, Features Editor
October 16, 2024
Makeout Reef’s newest album “Star Power” brings consistently amazing tracks to the surf rock community.
‘Between the Temples’ straddles a fine line of mediocrity with a potentially powerful story falling flat.  Rating: C 
Photo Credit: Sony Pictures Classic

‘Between the Temples’ is an Unfunny Comedy

Calahan Davis, Staff Writer
October 16, 2024
A touching story that struggles to find its footing due to lackluster comedy
During last year’s club feud,  BSU President Philipos Alebachew hosts the game show. With the game on the line, Alebachew waited for the competitor to answer. “I really enjoyed it,” senior Sydney Hester said, “I feel like it was a great way to bring all the clubs together in a competition. There were a variety of questions that a lot of people could answer, and different point-of-views were tossed around to see if they were the correct answer [shown] on the board.”

BSU Hosts Club Feud

Jon Escala, Staff Writer
October 15, 2024
Pitting clubs against each other in a game show style.