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2021 New Beginnings Contest

2021 New Beginnings Contest

Julia Jauregui
January 5, 2021
We'd love to know what you'd like to begin for the first month of the 2021 year.
Holding the “envelope” of the balloon up, sophomore Landon Sims and his brother assemble their own hot-air balloon at sunrise. Initially fascinated by the process it took to assemble the hot air balloon, Sims began to learn how to fly in one. “I got really attracted to it when I got to experience helping out, then getting to fly in it as the reward later on.” (Photo Credit: Landon Sims)

Exploring from the Skies: Meet Landon Sims

Rhamil Taguba
December 10, 2020
Aspiring ballooner takes to the skies after meeting with an experienced pilot.
At a young age freshman, Narek Tonoyan was inspired by his teacher, Mr. Thomas, to start coding. Through this creative inspiration, he discovered a new passion that he would be able to continue by attending SWCTA. “My coding teacher was a man named Mr. Thomas and he worked at my fifth grade elementary school, Lomie G. Heard Academy (previously Marzano Academy),” Tonoyan said. “He was a very nice and kind man, always trying his best to solve any issues we had, and if it hadn't been for him, I probably would not have taken the Digital Game Development as my career choice.” Photo Credit: Narek Tonoyan

Youngest Freshman: Meet Narek Tonoyan

Tishie Nyitray
December 8, 2020
Youngest freshman Narek Tonoyan shares his unique school experience before and during highschool.
Former Automotive student Anthony Qian now explores the career of medical sciences.

Where are they now: Anthony Qian

Lily Gurdison
December 8, 2020
Anthony Qian is currently working in a chemical lab as well as an event planner.
Girls of the new generation

Girls of the new generation

Southwest Shadow
December 6, 2020
Daily disadvantages and advantages of POC, plus-size, underweight, LGTBQ, religious women.
2020 December Wishes Contest

2020 December Wishes Contest

Julia Jauregui
December 1, 2020

From gingerbread houses to decorating your home for the coming holidays, December is all about bringing cheer and enjoying the last month before the new year. If you celebrate Christmas, what are your...

In My Eyes: Kate Wingate

In My Eyes: Kate Wingate

Lily Gurdison
December 1, 2020
Take a look in the daily life of Kate Wingate.
DRAW MY SHADOW: Max Walck

DRAW MY SHADOW: Max Walck

Naila Yazdani
November 23, 2020
Junior Max Walck shares how he started drawing and how he has become an intricate artist overall.
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.
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