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An Hour In ... Photography

An Hour In … Photography

Emmanuel Miranda, Staff Writer
March 24, 2023
Using techniques they learned, photography students recreate famous paintings using props in the classroom.
Since the addition of lanyards in school dress code, more students have taken advantage of expressing their interests, organizations or identities.

Tiny Forms of Expression Through Pins

Ashley Harris, News and Features Editor
March 24, 2023
When students or educators display pins around their lanyards or bags, it's a subtle reminder of who they are.
Creating his own head to toe cosplay attire through 3D printing, Staheli proudly poses for his professional photos. Im most proud of the things I make because not many people have the chance to make something thats one of a kind, like my suit, Staheli said. Its the same with everything I make. Im really proud because it was by my effort that it exists.

Creative Cosplayer, 3D Printer: Meet Samuel Staheli

Paizley Swaney, Staff Writer
March 20, 2023
Cosplayer and 3D Printer shares his experiences, goals and more.
Toasting granules of rice Kimberly Bakke stays busy in the kitchen. Chef Bakke joined this school in the year 2021 and has been working hard ever since. “Even if you told me youre going to work a lot at your new job as a teacher I wouldnt change what I do, and I think all that I did back then made me who I am today.”

A BAKER’S DOZEN: MEET KIMBERLY BAKKE

Carmen Ruiz, Staff Writer
March 6, 2023
Baking & Pastry and Foods instructor shares her journey from executive pastry chef to magnet high school teacher.
An Hour In ... Interior Design II

An Hour In … Interior Design II

Philipos Alebachew
March 6, 2023
Making use of room-building kits, Interior Design II students produce unique rooms.
Working with passion and interest on his first project, DiPaulo-Gross has found his future career. “Do what youre passionate about and make what you do for fun a job,” DiPaulo-Gross said. “So you dont have to do something that you dont like as your job.” Photo Credit: David DiPaulo-Gross

Successful Roblox Game Developer: Meet David DiPaulo-Gross

Gray Barranco, Staff Writer
March 2, 2023
Senior David DiPaulo-Gross discovers passion within creating games.
WHERE ARE THEY NOW: ALTHEA GEVERO

WHERE ARE THEY NOW: ALTHEA GEVERO

Paizley Swaney, Staff Writer
February 22, 2023
2017 graduate progresses through their law school journey.
Listening and watching closely to Dr.Breslin’s instruction, junior Iris Kellett prepares to follow her directional guide through to the inside of the cat’s body. The majority of students struggle to ease their emotions, while others see it as a part of strictly scientific procedures. “The cat’s dead already so I’m not very emotional,” Kellett said. “Plus, the teacher is carrying us through the whole process.”

AN HOUR IN … ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY

Paizley Swaney, Staff Writer
February 21, 2023
Dissecting cats, Anatomy and Physiology Honors students take part in a hands-on examination of real organisms.
Preparing to bathe their “patient,” junior Christine Wu is working on providing the best care for their future patients. Wong was trying to get a time of 20 minutes or less to finish a bed bath skill on the mannequin. “There are definitely skills I am better at, but I think for all of them you just need to practice,” Wu said. “I feel pretty good about the nursing exam. Ms. Trummel explains well why each skill is important and stresses why its important for the test and real life.”

An Hour In … Nursing

Carmen Ruiz, Staff Writer
February 1, 2023
To prepare for an exam, students practice care routines for patients.
Infographic: How To Use ChatGPT As A Tool For School

Infographic: How To Use ChatGPT As A Tool For School

Gray Barranco, Staff Writer
January 31, 2023
With the introduction of the new technology, ChatGPT can be used as a helpful instrument within education.
Gliding through the water, junior Justyn Grayce Moceros races towards the finish line. She has been swimming since she was 4. “I like how swimming is more of an individual sport,” Moceros said. “You don’t really have to rely on other people, which I really like. I don’t really like to depend on people because people usually tend to disappoint you and it’s better to just make sure that you can do things yourself.”

Sensational Swimmer: Meet Justyn Grayce Moceros

Yaritzza Montenegro, Staff Writer
January 30, 2023
Moceros continues to grow in her swimming journey.
INFOGRAPHIC: CREATING GROUP RESOLUTIONS FOR 2023

INFOGRAPHIC: CREATING GROUP RESOLUTIONS FOR 2023

Paizley Swaney, Staff Writer
January 27, 2023
Millions make New Year's resolutions to start off the year on the right foot, but how many of them actually follow through with them?
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