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Sophomores are broadening their horizons by reading iconic works by Shakespeare and Marjane Satrapi, in hopes of developing literary knowledge and perspectives. “One of the benefits of literature is that it helps us to come to terms with some of these difficult topics with humanity, and shows us that there is a way forward. English 10 teacher Virginie Guillemette said. Becoming self-actualized means taking control of yourself and your destiny, and you can't do that if you are sheltered from reality,” “It also helps students to develop and exercise their sense of compassion at a crucial point in their development, before their worldviews become fixed and static.” Graphics Credit: Hannah Paine

Sophomores in English 10 Honors begin reading influential literature

Hannah Paine and Monserrat Mendieta
February 3, 2021
Students learn the importance of unique literature as they start reading Hamlet and other plays written by Shakespeare as well as ‘Persepolis’.
In efforts to make the information more engaging, students will be participating in project based learning. Students have done two other projects in the past, in which they have worked in groups. “I enjoy project based learning because I think it is a much more enjoyable way of learning and I feel I remember the information better and get more out of the assignment,” sophomore Samantha Phelan said. Photo Credit: Samantha Phelan

Chemistry 10 Honors students work together to create informational videos

Tishie Nyitray
February 3, 2021
Students participate in project-based learning, group work to inform people on chemical bonding.
Coming out of the closet

Coming out of the closet

Dean Carrasco
February 2, 2021
As president, one of the first things Biden signed off on was protection for the LGBTQ+ community to ensure equality.
PODCAST: Inauguration Wrap-up

PODCAST: Inauguration Wrap-up

Ahmed Ahmed, Kamiran Hinton, and Jackson Bogan
February 2, 2021
Jackson and Ahmed discuss the inauguration and their expectations for a Biden presidency
The Gamestop revolution that wasn’t

The Gamestop revolution that wasn’t

Ahmed Ahmed
February 2, 2021
Is a rag-tag gang of Redditors about to bankrupt multi-billionaires?
Hoping to finish the year off strong, students are preparing for final exams and teachers are wrapping up course content work. “After all the hard work everyone put in this year, I think everyone is excited for summer,” sophomore Luke Gil said. “So many things were different and we are looking towards a break.”

A look into third quarter

Gurleen Swaich
February 2, 2021
Students are entering the second semester of the 2021 school year with mixed feelings about possibly returning to in-person learning. 
Southwest Shadow Asks: Karim Abd-Elmalek

Southwest Shadow Asks: Karim Abd-Elmalek

Kamryn Baldenebro
February 2, 2021
Karim Abd-Elmalek tells more about his personal life.
Discover Fresh French Flavors at ‘Rosallie Le French Cafe’

Discover Fresh French Flavors at ‘Rosallie Le French Cafe’

Kayla Thomas
February 2, 2021
Eat savory sandwiches and quiches while sipping sweet tea or hot coffee at ‘Rosallie Le French Cafe.’
2021 Not-so Valentine's Day Contest

2021 Not-so Valentine’s Day Contest

Julia Jauregui
February 2, 2021
Participate in the 2021 February contest.
QUIZ: DO YOU KNOW WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK?

QUIZ: DO YOU KNOW WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK?

Julia Jauregui
February 1, 2021
Tune into this weeks events to see what you may of missed.
For anyone interested in the “Legend of Zelda” series, “Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity,” is a great game to discover more about well-loved characters and explore a combat system that is unique compared to other entries in the series. Rating: A Photo Credit: Nintendo

Save the world from destruction in ‘Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity’

Monserrat Mendieta
February 1, 2021
Explore the combat system, characters, plot and more in ‘Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity’.
Q&A: Should the minimum wage in the U.S. be raised to $15/hr?

Q&A: Should the minimum wage in the U.S. be raised to $15/hr?

Julia Jauregui
January 29, 2021
We ask students to voice their opinions on whether the minimum wage should be increased or stay the same.
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