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In a world of varying cultures and lifestyles, America shines as a melting pot of ideas and viewpoints, but divides begin when viewpoints differ so much that individuals can’t see the other side’s argument. According to a 2024 Ipsos survey, “81% of Americans say America is more divided than united.” “I think when you consider urban areas where you’re a lot closer to people and surrounded by so many people, everyone is constantly changing their values,” senior Chris Nikolic said. “But if you’re living in a very confined area, you don’t really see that many people so you’re staying in the same bubble rather than like [Las Vegas] where a lot of people come and visit, so you always experience new lifestyles. ”

Urban vs Rural: Breaching the Gap

Ava Torres, Feature's Editor
September 18, 2024
A close examination of the divides between rural and urban areas
NEVADA: TRULY THE WORST STATE FOR EDUCATION?

NEVADA: TRULY THE WORST STATE FOR EDUCATION?

Jianna Aganon, Philipos Alebachew, Ethan Bull, Kylie Dacquel, Venice Jingco, Ayma Malik, Yaritzza Montenegro, Kalista Palarca, Kathryn Peterson, Kailie Sicolo, Shayna Migalang, Adrienne Vera-Perez, and Travis McGinnis
September 17, 2024
Is Nevada really the worst state for education?
To end the ceremony, the wedding has a bouquet toss, with junior Ava Torres being the one to catch it. “Honestly, I am a very competitive person,” junior Ava Torres said. “My biggest regret last year was probably not catching the bouquet, so I knew that this year failure was not an option. I’m pretty sure I pushed some people aside, but it was worth it. “

An Hour In … Newspaper

Achilles Caranto, Activities Director
September 11, 2024
Southwest Shadow members pledge their commitment to the publication in a mock wedding.
An Hour In ... Patterns and Drafting

An Hour In … Patterns and Drafting

Shayna Migalang, Opinion Editor
September 11, 2024
Simultaneously completing a class standard and participating in Senior Sunrise, students designed bracelets for others to wear.
Posing during a band photo shoot, Roxana Huve is ready for the next chapter in her musical journey. “I choose songs that have a nice baseline,” Huve said. “Honestly, when I choose a song, I don't think about the drummer because a drummer can always complicate a drum line, but it's harder to complicate a baseline. The guitar player can add whatever embellishments he wants as a metal guitar player. So I tell him to slow down on the shredding. Other than that, he can play whatever he wants.”

Multi-Talented Musician: Meet Roxana Huve

Venice Jingco and Zelina Panissidi
August 19, 2024
Junior Roxana Huve shares her experience with building a musical career.
Rocking out on stage, THE REDPILLS perform a cover of “Looking Out for You” by Joy Again at Coyote Coachella 2024. The band also performed in 2023 where they experienced playing in front of a crowd for the first time. “Performing at Coyote Coachella was super fun for all of us,” drummer Oliver Rondez said. “Seeing the crowd that we had brought together really made me and my band members super happy. It’s really satisfying to see people enjoying the music that you are making.”

Sweet Sounds: Meet THE REDPILLS

Adrienne Vera-Perez and Joy Ryan
May 1, 2024
THE REDPILLS share their experiences as an up-and-coming band, future plans and releases.
An Hour In ... Engineering

An Hour In … Engineering

Emmanuel Miranda, Staff Writer
April 15, 2024
Students in Engineeering work on their Capstone Project.
The rapid advancement of AI technologies has made its way into classrooms, leading to the gradual implementation of AI bots, programs, and games into learning environments. A 2023 survey conducted by Forbes advisor revealed that in the United States, 60% of teachers have already started integrating artificial intelligence into their classrooms to streamline daily responsibilities. “I think that it’s an amazing tool that can be used in so many different ways,” computer science teacher Ronald Barranco said. “I already see how it impacts the classroom, and I look forward to seeing what the future holds.”

Artificial intelligence revolutionizing education

Adrienne Vera-Perez, Staff Writer
April 12, 2024
AI is creating opportunities for students and teachers alike, improving the classroom experience.
Celebrating their victory, FCCLA members group together to take a picture. All participating members received a gold or silver medal at their competition. “I’m very proud of everyone’s hard work,” adviser Jennifer Gonzales said. “Their projects aren’t ones that can be completed in a couple days. It took hard word and dedication, and the fact everyone earned a silver or gold medal is something to be very proud of.”

AN HOUR IN … FCCLA

Kailie Sicolo, Staff Writer
April 3, 2024
FCCLA members compete in STAR events, win medals, and spend time together as a chapter.
"This was a nice divergence from the assignments we usually do," sophomore said. "My favorite part was analyzing how the aluminum reacted with the copper sulfate."

AN HOUR IN … CHEMISTRY HONORS

Ayma Malik, Editor in Chief
March 26, 2024
Students complete a hands-on lab project.
Danica Ruiz posing for a photo in front of a beautiful backdrop, “There are so many (inspirational), amazing, beautiful singers and songwriters out there,” Ruiz said. She has professional looking photos done to post to social media and on resumes.

Singer and Songwriter: Meet Danica Ruiz

Hayden Hunt, Staff writer
March 25, 2024
Sophomore Danica Ruiz has been following her dream of becoming a famous singer/songwriter since she was a kid.
Increasing issues with carbon emissions have students worried about the future of the Earth. An article written by the NCEI predicts that there’s a 22 percent chance that 2024 will be the hottest year, and there is a 99 percent chance that it will rank in the top five of the hottest years. “Where I live there’s a whole area where people just dump their trash, and who knows, in 10 to 30 years it might get so bad that we’ll just see trash everywhere,” sophomore Eliza Pangilinan said. “Even that small piece of trash went through a factory, and those factories produce a lot of gas [emissions].”

Carbon Footprints: Actions Have Consequences

Zelina Panissidi, Staff Writer
March 20, 2024
Students and staff discuss the impacts of greenhouse gasses.
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