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Q&A: How would you describe your first month in the new year?

Q&A: How would you describe your first month in the new year?

Gurleen Swaich
February 2, 2022
Students describe how the first month of the new year is going.
Sophomores show off their newly customized student ID badges, each containing a unique Pokémon card. While many students are familiar with Pokémon, there many others who are being exposed to it for the first time. "I have never ever been into Pokémon before,” sophomore Travis Pangelinan said. “I really like seeing everyone with the cards in their IDs because I feel more connected to others and more included as a student in this school.” Photo Credit: Lily Gurdison

Gotta Catch ‘Em All? More Like Gotta Give ‘Em All

Lily Gurdison
January 31, 2022
Enlightening school spirit through Pokémon cards.
Mending to her plants, sophomore Christine Wu digs in the soil with her shovel. Working on farming since she was twelve, gardening has become her number one hobby“ Although gardening can become quite a labor intensive hobby, I like the work even if my back can be sore from it,” Wu said. “I can always turn to gardening for relief from the stress I feel in life. It is relaxing to sit down and focus on a plant. It's always heartwarming to see your hard work grow and bloom.” Photo Credit: Madelynn Evans

Finding Peace In Gardening: Meet Christine Wu

Madelynn Evans
January 28, 2022
Learning to grow flowers and vegetables establish a healthier coping mechanism for stress.
2022 New Year, New Me Contest

2022 New Year, New Me Contest

Julia Jauregui
January 6, 2022
It's 2022 and it's time for the first contest of the year.
An Hour In… Photography I

An Hour In… Photography I

Gray Barranco
December 16, 2021
While practicing different photography techniques in Photography I, students work on forced perspective.
Helping a client with their design, senior Jhonathen Romo is figuring out the best graphic styles for their product. He now customizes personal items for his client to purchase with the help of software. "It is satisfying running my own business," Romo said. "Being able to work on my own time and balance it easier than a clock in type job. And it is cool seeing the build up of something you own." Photo Credit: Jhonathen Romo

Driven Innovative Designer: Meet Jhonathen Romo

Ava Julian
December 14, 2021
Romo is displaying his skills by creating custom graphic designs for clients.
Showing off her extensions and nail swatches, junior Adriana Bonilla is ecstatic for her next client to visit her at-home nail salon. This passion has taught Bonilla many new skills, artistically, socially and professionally. “It's so exciting when friends and family will trust me with such big events,” Bonilla said. “When people have details that they need me for, it's nice that I can add something small to their special days.” Photo Credit: Paola Bonilla

Dedicated Nail Artist: Meet Adriana Bonilla

Ashley Harris
December 7, 2021
Junior shares her journey starting an at-home nail salon.
INFOGRAPHIC: Myths vs. Facts Drinking Water

INFOGRAPHIC: Myths vs. Facts Drinking Water

Naila Yazdani
December 7, 2021
Discover some facts and myths about the drink we consume on a daily basis.
Draw My Shadow: Nadia Hansen

Draw My Shadow: Nadia Hansen

Lily Gurdison
December 5, 2021
Junior Nadia Hanson shares her experiences with automotive repair.
Perfect Day Contest 2021

Perfect Day Contest 2021

Julia Jauregui
December 4, 2021
The Southwest Shadow would like to know your perfect Winter day. 
Education reform makes a splash - but not without its critics

Education reform makes a splash – but not without its critics

Southwest Shadow
November 30, 2021
Trying to recuperate from recent contention in the district, CCSD is making serious changes to the system.
TOP FIVE TRENDS THAT SHOULD NOT COME BACK

TOP FIVE TRENDS THAT SHOULD NOT COME BACK

Madelynn Evans
November 29, 2021
Top five trends that should never return, decide which of these five you dislike the most.
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