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Contorting her body in the air, sophomore Zoey Henson strikes several dance trapeze poses. Henson says it takes a ton of core and upper body strength to successfully execute a trick. “You don’t need outside practice, but it is good to have. I used to go twice a week for six hours total, so I built a lot of strength from that,” Henson said. (Photo Credits: Zoey Henson)

Astounding Aerialist: Meet Zoey Henson

Shayna Migalang, Staff Writer
September 22, 2022
Sophomore Zoey Henson has been executing aerial circus performances since elementary school.
Where Are They Now: Mikaly Meily

Where Are They Now: Mikaly Meily

Jianna Aganon
September 22, 2022
Take a look into Class of 2014's Mikaly Meily's life.
Following Digital Game Design teacher Ronald Barranco's rules, junior Kevin Fernandez places his phone into a pocket before class starts. Each class has different rules on monitoring phone usage. “Sometimes it can be a distraction so I think it’s reasonable to have them away during instruction,” Fernandez said. “But I personally think it should be okay to use them during independent time since it can help students concentrate and feel comfortable in class.”

REEVALUATED PERSONAL DEVICE POLICY ESTABLISHES NEW CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS

Ayma Malik, Opinion, A&E Editor
September 21, 2022
Concerns regarding school safety and classroom distractions guided updated rule
After being announced as the new VP of Fundraising, junior Colin Chamberlain participates in the "Penny for Your Thoughts" icebreaker. FCCLA plans on attending the upcoming symposium. “I can’t wait to show people what’s in store with FCCLA this year,” FCCLA President Karim Abd-Elmalek said. “We plan to display our projects and spread the word about our upcoming events.”

CLUB LEADERS TO MEET FOR FIRST SYMPOSIUM

Philipos Alebachew
September 19, 2022
SWCTA to hold first ever meeting with CTSO officers to communicate future plans.

Showcasing creativity with the Southwest Shoutout program

Ellie Lakatos and Travis McGinnis
September 18, 2022
Trying to make an impact back on the Southwest Community, Benjamin LaCombe starts the Southwest Shoutout Program.
Quiz: Do you know what happened last week?

Quiz: Do you know what happened last week?

Hannah Paine
September 18, 2022
Find out what you might have missed last week.
"I probably would, but I don't have money for that," sophomore Natalie Carrillo said. "I like the design, but I just don't think it's worth it."

Are You Going To Buy The New Iphone?

Kathryn Peterson
September 16, 2022
Students share their opinions on the new iPhone 14.
VIB: This weekend in Las Vegas 9/16/22

VIB: This weekend in Las Vegas 9/16/22

Ayma Malik, Opinion, A&E Editor
September 16, 2022
Find something fun to do this weekend.
SIX ARTISTS YOU SHOULD BE LISTENING TO: SEPTEMBER 2022

SIX ARTISTS YOU SHOULD BE LISTENING TO: SEPTEMBER 2022

Ayma Malik
September 16, 2022
With September kicking off the fall season, here's six artists that capture the feeling of an autumn day.
Everything wrong with Gen Z

Everything wrong with Gen Z

Juliana Borruso
September 14, 2022
Despite their strong suits, Generation Z is discovering their flaws.
Would you buy Lil Yachty's Pizza?

Would you buy Lil Yachty’s Pizza?

Ayma Malik
September 12, 2022
Students share their opinions on Lil Yachty's Pizza.
Quiz: Do you know what happened last week?

Quiz: Do you know what happened last week?

Hannah Paine
September 11, 2022
Find out what you might have missed last week.
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