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An Hour In... Chemistry Honors

An Hour In… Chemistry Honors

Crystalyn Estabillo
March 14, 2022
Chemistry Honors students expand their knowledge on types of chemical reactions.
Coyote Olympics Finals

Coyote Olympics Finals

Gurleen Swaich
March 13, 2022
The final teams participated in a variety of activities for the last day of the Coyote Olympics.
Coyote Olympics Day 3

Coyote Olympics Day 3

Gurleen Swaich
March 11, 2022
With a variety of games, teams get to showcase their talents in the Coyote Olympics.
INFOGRAPHIC: Trucker Convoys in Canada

INFOGRAPHIC: Trucker Convoys in Canada

Juliana Borruso
March 11, 2022
Truckers are protesting in Canada because of vaccine mandates. Here's what you need to know.
Where Are They Now: Mary Micaella Intal

Where Are They Now: Mary Micaella Intal

Crystalyn Estabillo
March 10, 2022
Take a look into the life of 2018 graduate, Mary Micaella Intal.
SPARK: Controversies in the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics

SPARK: Controversies in the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics

Ashley Harris
March 10, 2022
Prominent issues around the world sparked controversies during this year’s Olympics.
 With a passion for baking since her childhood, sophomore Daniela Hernandez has started a business making and selling a variety of sweets, including cupcakes and cookies. “I started making cupcakes, trying different recipes flavors, just things that I wanted to do things and that I liked,” Hernandez said. “It kind of just started from there and ever since I've been just taking orders and like delivering them. I've been getting some great feedback and it's been fun.”
 Photo Credit: Daniela Hernandez

Passionate Patissier: Meet Daniela Hernandez

Kathryn Peterson
March 10, 2022
Sophomore Daniela Hernandez practices to improve her baking skills.
While researching a topic for her Communications speech, junior Francesca Lungu cannot access her topic because it flags GoGuardian restrictions. The number of restrictions that are put in place by GoGuardian can are hindering students' learning opportunities. “I really wish that everyone was forced to use the Chromebooks for one week,” Communications teacher Henry Castillo said. “Everyone in the district, the superintendent, the principal, for one week.” Photo Credit: Tishie Nyitray

‘GoGuardian’ is meant to improve school security but is doing the opposite

Tishie Nyitray
March 10, 2022
Protection application taking away educational access.
National Honor Society Induction ceremony will celebrate new members

National Honor Society Induction ceremony will celebrate new members

Gurleen Swaich
March 9, 2022
National Honor Society is holding an induction ceremony for new members.
Coyote Olympics Day Two

Coyote Olympics Day Two

Gurleen Swaich
March 8, 2022
Students competed in volleyball tournaments for the second day of the Coyote Olympics. 
Skilled Kung Fu competitor: Meet Nathan Ly

Skilled Kung Fu competitor: Meet Nathan Ly

Ayma Malik
March 8, 2022
Sophomore Nathan Ly trains and competes in Kung Fu.
Coyote Olympics Day One

Coyote Olympics Day One

Students participate in the first day of Coyote Olympics.