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IN MY EYES: Ethan Tabamo

IN MY EYES: Ethan Tabamo

Naila Yazdani
April 29, 2021
Learn a little bit about sophomore Ethan Tabamo and his daily life.
Don’t shy away from ‘Not Your Muse’

Don’t shy away from ‘Not Your Muse’

Julia Jauregui
April 28, 2021
The production of Celestes’ new album started in the pandemic lockdown and the results do not disappoint.
Infographic: Restoring Our Earth

Infographic: Restoring Our Earth

Hannah Paine
April 27, 2021
Find new ways to stay sustainable with green technologies and innovative thinking.
After finishing their third design for their micro-collection, students are now choosing their fabrics. “Choosing fabrics now makes it easier for us in the future so we’re not spending too much time thinking about what we could do,” junior Makenna Wahrer said. “If we already know what we’re going with, we can just go get however much we need based on our pattern and then get that part done quickly.” Art Credit: Ana Gonzalez Photo Credit: Levi Harbeson

Planning for a micro-collection, fashion students hope to host a runway show next year

Juliana Borruso
April 27, 2021
Hoping to arrange a fashion show for next year, students have been working on planning their micro-collections.
QUIZ: DO YOU KNOW WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK?

QUIZ: DO YOU KNOW WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK?

Julia Jauregui
April 27, 2021
Did you read all the news you needed to? Let's find out!
Cryptocurrency: the volatile limited coal-fueled digital currency

Cryptocurrency: the volatile limited coal-fueled digital currency

Jackson Bogan
April 23, 2021
The problems with the rapid rise in popularity of cryptocurrency, and the ramifications that it has.
Brushing up on her knowledge, sophomore Hannah Segura reviews information taught during class about types of restaurants. After every lecture, students are assigned notes that they must complete for a grade. “So far the information being taught is interesting,” Segura said. “Mrs. Viggato has shared that we’ll be doing a project along with it so hopefully it’ll be different than how previous projects had to be done.” Photo Credit: Hannah Segura

Hospitality I students begin learning about restaurant management

Aila Pasic
April 23, 2021
Students will present findings in a group project.
EDITORIAL: Nevada needs to end period poverty

EDITORIAL: Nevada needs to end period poverty

Southwest Shadow
April 23, 2021
There is no excuse for not providing these crucial products.
Due to vaccinations not being a requirement, students have the option of either taking it or opting out. The vaccinations available consist of Pfizer, Moderna, Novavax, and more. “I’m going to be taking the vaccine sometime next week and I can't wait to get it,” sophomore Hai Tong said. “After getting vaccinated I will feel more safe and confident in publicplaces.”Photo Credit: NIAID

COVID-19 vaccines now available for anyone 16 or older

Farhad Yazdani
April 22, 2021
With COVID-19 vaccinations being available for anyone 16 or older, students are deciding if they want to be immunized.
Nursing students are completing an OSHA certification program to be introduced to policies and procedures in the medical field. “Personally, I think the certification program is a good way to continue our nursing year, especially now that we’ve finished our end of program tests and bookwork,” junior Ralph Quinto said. Photo Credit: Mufid Majnun

Nursing students start OSHA certification course

Gurleen Swaich
April 22, 2021
With Nursing students done with general lectures, students who passed the EOC are now able to do an OSHA certification course to help introduce workfield protocols.
As exams approach, AP Human Geography teacher Jessica Kelly is holding Google Meets on Saturdays to provide extra guidance and information for students. During these sessions, students listen to lectures, videos, and even play Quizlet games. “I am appreciative of Mrs. Kelly and all that she is doing to prepare us for the AP test,” sophomore Manmeet Kaur said. “Her dedication to teaching has really improved my knowledge and understanding of the topics covered in class. She goes above and beyond making sure that her students do well and I am grateful for that.” Photo Credit: GeoJango Maps

Advanced placement students work together during weekends to prepare for upcoming exam

Monserrat Mendieta
April 21, 2021
AP Human Geography students attend meetings on weekends including, participating in lectures, discussions, to better understand test concepts.
With a beautiful water fountain sitting in the middle of the open-walled Urth Caffe, the ambiance changes from a luxury mall to a calming and earthy environment. Paintings of harvesters picking fresh fruits and vegetables line the walls, giving customers a visual representation of the sustainably harvested and natural ingredients used within their products. Rating:APhoto Credit: Kayla Thomas

Indulge in all Natural Coffee and Tea at ‘Urth Caffe’

Kayla Thomas
April 21, 2021
Urth Caffe is a cozy, nature-themed coffee shop with plenty of sustainable food and drink options.
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