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Southwest Shadow Asks: Sahib Rattan

Southwest Shadow Asks: Sahib Rattan

October 20, 2022
Learn some fun facts about junior Sahib Rattan.
“Drifting Home” tells a story about growth and savoring childhood through survival. Grade: B+ Photo Credit: Studio Colorido

Soar into another world with ‘Drifting Home’

Shayna Migalang, Staff Writer
October 20, 2022
This heartwarming Japanese animated film touches on loss, forgiveness, and cherished memories.
Going through his email, Cameron Roehm sorts through facility maintenance requests from teachers. He prepared for a meeting with a student after going through his email. ”As an administrator, you can have an impact and on more students,” Roehm said. “Though it is more indirect because you're not with the students day to day.”

NEW ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL JOINS ADMINISTRATION

Philipos Alebachew, Staff Writer
October 20, 2022
Roehm shares his plans on campus as assistant principal
As the Environmental club prepares to provide a new event for students on campus, they aim to provide information on the heavy effects of fast fashion. Aside from trading clothing, there will be a selection of games and snacks for participants. “We were studying fast fashion, and the impact it has on the environment,” adviser Martha Horner said. “One of the things that we had discovered is that people aren’t keeping their clothes as long. People would wear something one or two times, or in a lot of cases, not wear them at all.”

Environmental Club to Host First ‘Trade Day’ to fight fast fashion pollution

Ashley Harris
October 19, 2022
Students can trade or donate clothing while enjoying games and snacks.
Stringing up paper cranes in H building, senior Isabel Gomez spends her free time helping out HOSA. Even though the decorations are time consuming, she enjoys the process. “It took a long time to hang all of the cranes.” Gomez said. “We had to ask the whole dental class to help us. I really liked stringing them up, it was kind of therapeutic in a way.” Photo Credit: Lily Gurdison

HOSA Recognises Childhood Cancer Awareness Month by Hanging Paper Cranes

Lily Gurdison, Multimedia Editor
October 19, 2022
Bringing attention to childhood cancer in the month of September, HOSA decorates the halls with paper cranes.
Sanity Testing

Sanity Testing

Arcade Encarnacion, Comic Artist
October 19, 2022
Whenever state testing rolls around, you can faintly hear the internal screams of millions of students across the country. Why is it that the fate of their future rests on them at such a young age?
Dunking the ball into the net, sophomore Xavion Staton scores yet another point for the Sierra Vista varsity boys basketball team. Staton enjoys being able to create memories with his new team. “My teammates have a lot of fun because they get to experience throwing stuff up and having me immediately dunk it,” Staton said. “It brings a lot of energy to the court.”

TALLEST PERSON ON CAMPUS: MEET XAVION STATON

Paizley Swaney, Staff Writer
October 18, 2022
Sophomore is just an inch away from reaching seven feet tall.
Anticipating a homecoming proposal, junior Danika Marie Molina exits the campus amongst a crowd of her peers as they cheer her on. The proposal, which had been planned for several weeks, attracted a crowd that numbered more than 50 spectators offering gifts and support.

What We Should Learn from HOCO This Year

Ethan Bull, Staff Writer
October 18, 2022
Students felt the pressure of finding a homecoming date, but the actual proposals were washed out by the fanfare of long-time couples and preapproved dates.
Completing their research, seniors Sierra Prescia, Tyler Alejandro, and Elijah Sicat discuss plans for their infographic. Students collaborated on ideas for this alternative to a traditional essay. “They’re about to go off into the adult world and vote and be productive citizens,” NSC ENG 101 instructor Laura Penrod said. “I want them to research about these different genders because having inclusivity and helping people feel seen and heard, is what’s most important.”

English 101 Students Create Infographics to Study Gender Norms

Kylie Dacquel, Staff Writer
October 18, 2022
Seniors research gender norms in different countries.
Fresh Ink: Most Anticipated Book Releases of Autumn 2022

Fresh Ink: Most Anticipated Book Releases of Autumn 2022

Jianna Aganon, Staff Writer
October 18, 2022
In a reading slump and need book recommendations? Here are 10 new books to keep an eye on this fall.

Pawnanza Pop-Up Event: Adopt a Less-Adoptable Dog

Ellie Lakatos and Travis McGinnis
October 17, 2022
The "Paws Off The Table" group hosted a "Pawnanza" with a farmer's market and multiple events for dogs, including an adoption fair.
With an upbeat playlist and colorful interior, MochiCo is a great place to hang out with friends. Grade: A

Try a Modern Take on Traditional Japanese Snacks at ‘MochiCo’

Ashley Harris, News and Features Editor
October 17, 2022
Whether you’re in a sweet or savory mood, MochiCo will satisfy those cravings.
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