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INFOGRAPHIC : Top 5 Black-Friday early bird deals

INFOGRAPHIC : Top 5 Black-Friday early bird deals

Kamryn Baldenebro
November 20, 2020
Some of the best sales and deals for this holiday season.
2020 Best of (Teen) Las Vegas

2020 Best of (Teen) Las Vegas

Julia Jauregui
November 20, 2020
For six consecutive years, students have made their voices known on the places they appreciate in Las Vegas. Take a look into this years' winners.
DRAW MY SHADOW: Franchesca Ramirez

DRAW MY SHADOW: Franchesca Ramirez

Juliana Borruso
November 6, 2020
Although she hasn't been able to go audition for things as often due to the COVID-19 pandemic, junior Franchesca Ramirez still pursues her dream of being famous one day.
In My Eyes: Niel Soria

In My Eyes: Niel Soria

Hanae Furugaki
November 6, 2020
Sophomore Niel Soria shares snippets of his daily life.
Holding her favorite animal, a sloth, Caipa enjoys the natural aspects of the Amazon Rainforest while posing for a picture. Caipa has had many wonderful Amazon experiences volunteering, but the unique animals make her trip even better. “I happen to love sloths and I’ve been able to hold baby sloths and get to see them in the wild,” Caipa said. “We go out in the morning and look for them in the trees. I’ve seen a lot of interesting birds and held huge pythons. We get to go into the canopy walkway, which is 126 feet off the rainforest floor, it’s absolutely amazing.”  Photo Credit: Kimberly Caipa

Generous Volunteer: Meet Kimberly Caipa

Hannah Paine
November 5, 2020
New Freshman Studies teacher has found a love for volunteering and helping students in the Amazon.
2020 November Thanks Contest

2020 November Thanks Contest

Julia Jauregui
November 1, 2020

November is the month of giving thanks and celebrating Thanksgiving with your friends and family. With an uncertain year, as well as going into lockdown and transitioning into online-schooling, it is still...

Where Are They Now: Ana Woods

Where Are They Now: Ana Woods

Madison Land
October 29, 2020
Ana is currently attending UNR as a freshman and is studying Social Work.
Running an engine inspection on an old Mac truck, the new automotive instructor, Bertrand Potts started in the automotive trade right out of high school and quickly progressed in the field. “I was the North American Feild Team Leader, testing out oil formulations in trucks, busses, boats, you name it.  I was in charge of testing different oils in field-applications” Potts said.

Photo Credit: Bertrand Potts

New Automotive Teacher: Meet Bertrand Potts

Lily Gurdison
October 27, 2020

From experimenting with motor oil to working on navy submarines, the new automotive instructor, Bertrand Potts has a long history of schooling and career work in his field. “I have been in the automotive...

In a synchronized pose, junior Carson Amen and his dance mates precisely hit every beat in their demanding choreography at the 2018 Battle of the Year performance in France. He has been breakdancing for six years and is aiming to compete in the 2024 Olympics. "Dancing has definitely taught me the value of hard work and how important it is to find something you're passionate about," Amen said. "It's also allowed me to meet a lot of new people. It's been a huge part of my life and something I can't imagine not doing." Photo Credit: Carson Amen

Dancing Fanatic: Meet Carson Amen

Hanae Furugaki
October 22, 2020
Dancing machine, Carson Amen takes his breakdancing to the next level with his fixed mindset towards achieving his goals.
INFOGRAPHIC : Ways to Raise Awareness for Breast Cancer

INFOGRAPHIC : Ways to Raise Awareness for Breast Cancer

Kamryn Baldenebro
October 22, 2020
Here are six ways to support the cause.
SOUTHWEST SHADOW ASKS: Kennedy Taylor

SOUTHWEST SHADOW ASKS: Kennedy Taylor

Hanae Furugaki
October 22, 2020
Kennedy Taylor shares some fun facts about herself in a short video questionnaire.
INFOGRAPHIC: The importance of sleep for students

INFOGRAPHIC: The importance of sleep for students

Lily Gurdison
October 21, 2020
Snoozing prevents physical and mental health disorders, as well as attention and behavior issues.