Southwest Shadow

Club Preview: A Look Into The Week of Apr. 20

DJ Madamba, Staff Writer
April 20, 2026

Filipino Club will be reviewing board election information, Psychology Club will be educating members about mental illness and therapy and SkillsUSA waves farewells to their seniors during an end of year party.

Modern Music Has Lost Its Touch

Johnny Tao, Assistant Editor-in-Chief
April 17, 2026

Over the last decade, a lot has changed in the music industry, which has changed the way music is expressed.

“Starbright” Tries to Shine, But Barely Glows

Jon Escala, Staff Writer
April 16, 2026

Starbright tries to entertain its audience but it never fully finds its spark.

The price of being “flawless”

Joy Ryan, Assistant Opinion/A&E Editor
April 15, 2026

How the pursuit of success, approval, and impossible standards becomes one's identity.

Five Big Sister Tips to Survive High School

Hayden Hunt, Features Editor
April 14, 2026

Resident "big sister" here with some pieces of advice crucial for high school survival.

‘Favorite Flower’ Contest

Brooke Weyandt and Celia Evangelista
April 14, 2026

Tell us your favorite flower for a chance to win.

Criticizing The Youth

Mason Rafferty, Assistant Editor-in-Chief
April 13, 2026

A generation that is over criticized with stereotypes placed upon the generations before them.

Q&A: What is your favorite spring event?

Adrienne Vera-Perez, Editor-in-Chief
April 10, 2026

Find out what school event students and staff enjoyed the most.

More Than Just Support: Meet Marcella Garcia

Isabella Sandoval, A&E Editor
April 10, 2026

Garcia emphasizes that while mental health challenges are common, determination can lead to remarkable achievements.

An Hour In … National Honor Society

Michaela Bustamante, Staff Writer
April 9, 2026

This teacher-based activity allowed National Honor Society students to express their gratitude through treats and cards.

‘Under the Hollywood Stars’ prom to be hosted at IPEC Las Vegas

Victoria Lebedyeva, Writer
April 8, 2026

The prom theme was announced during the Coyote Olympics assembly on March 13. Student Council (StuCo) announced the 2026 Prom theme to be ‘Under the Hollywood Stars’ during the Coyote Olympics assembly.

The Performative Paradox

Janica Zamora, Staff Writer
April 7, 2026

People calling others “performative” for doing anything that makes them even slightly stand out fail to realize that they are performative themselves.