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 While many students have turned to baking and singing during lockdown, sophomore Annie Lin began writing poetry to express her thoughts and emotions. “These past two weeks have been quite a journey and being able to see that people are sharing my poems and messaging me about how they relate warms my heart,” Lin said.  Photo Credit: Annie Lin

INSPIRING POET: ANNIE LIN

Kamryn Baldenebro
February 23, 2021
Sophomore Annie Lin has turned to poetry and writing to help herself grow.
Posing for her picture in the lake, freshman Danika Molina holds her stance. Molina has been a dancer since she was two years old and has ever since competed. “ I love my sport because it allows me to express myself when I can’t find the right words.” 
Photo credits: Evolve Dance Center

Skillful Dancer: Meet Danika Molina

Lily Gurdison
February 18, 2021
Competitively dancing for almost nine years, freshman Danika Molina has been to many high-level competitions along the western United States.
INFOGRAPHIC: Healing crystals for beginners

INFOGRAPHIC: Healing crystals for beginners

Julia Jauregui
February 18, 2021
Begin your spiritual and healing journey with these five starter crystals.

Where Are They Now: Hayley Halsey

Kristin Bernasor
February 11, 2021

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In My Eyes: Yimeli Suarez

In My Eyes: Yimeli Suarez

Lily Gurdison
February 11, 2021
Senior Yimeli Suarez shares details about her daily life.
While many of us are locked down in our homes, sophomore Genevy Machuca has found a way to utilize the time by making homemade cookies to sell online with her close friend Alyssa Yozamp. The new business offers cookies in a variety of flavors, such as red velvet and peanut butter. Credit: Genevy Machuca

Online cookie business owner: Meet Genevy Machuca

Hanae Furugaki
February 11, 2021
Sophomore Genevy Machuca shares her story of being an online cookie store owner
Infographic: Bidens First Days in Office

Infographic: Biden’s First Days in Office

Tishie Nyitray
February 9, 2021
After only two weeks in office, President Joe Biden has made significant changes in response to the ongoing pandemic to reversing Trump-era policies.
SOUTHWEST SHADOW ASKS: Louis Fernandez

SOUTHWEST SHADOW ASKS: Louis Fernandez

Lily Gurdison
February 9, 2021
Louis Fernandez shares fun facts about himself in a video questionnaire.
DRAW MY SHADOW: Sierra Prescia

DRAW MY SHADOW: Sierra Prescia

Kamryn Baldenebro
February 9, 2021
Sophomore Sierra Prescia talks about her life as a dancer.
Displaying all of the awards she has earned through the years, sophomore Marivee Cadiz poses with her black belt. “It gives me a sense of life and purpose when I step on the taekwondo mat,” Cadiz said. “It gives me a reason to keep going and learn from my mistakes and improve them. Even though the sport isn’t easy, it gave me a reason to work harder, but also smarter. It gives me lessons that I could use in reality, not only self-defense, but also improves my mental health.”

Fearless Taekwondo athlete: Meet Marivee Cadiz

Gurleen Swaich
February 4, 2021
Hoping to professionally teach taekwondo one day, sophomore Marivee Cadiz is dedicated to becoming the best.
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.
2021 Not-so Valentines Day Contest

2021 Not-so Valentine’s Day Contest

Julia Jauregui
February 2, 2021
Participate in the 2021 February contest.