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As Web Design teacher Denise Snow leaves Southwest CTA, former English 12 teacher Max Brewer takes her place in advising all web classes. Ms. Snow has not only taught Web Design but she has participated in so many other events at Southwest which show the dedication and love she has for her students. “I facilitated professional development workshops for teachers to become National Board Certified Teachers,” Snow said. “Over 10 web students won NCWIT Girl in Technology awards, and I also ended up winning an award from ACTE Trade and Industry Teacher of the Year last year.” Photo Credit: Naila Yazdani

Web Design teacher Denise Snow transfers to Nevada Learning Academy

Naila Yazdani
October 13, 2020
Former Web Design teacher, Denise Snow will be leaving campus after three years of being with the Southwest community.
"Nevada Legislature Building, Carson City, Nevada" by Ken Lund is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0 .

Revenue shortfall hits CCSD budget

Ahmed Ahmed
October 13, 2020
The Nevada's legislature to cut funding for schools has the potential to affect the school in a myriad of ways.
With a world of possibilities, students in Graphic Design III are given ultimate freedom to create their very own logos to use for when applying for jobs. Students have been adding onto their digital portfolios with their headshots just recently taken as well. “All the students are on Adobe Creative cloud so they have access to Illustrator and Photoshop to design their logos and any of their brand identity,” Olvina said. “I guess [the most difficult part for students] will be how they choose to represent themselves.”Photo Credit: Adobe Illustrator

Graphic design III students create personalized logos

Julia Jauregui and Naila Yazdani
October 7, 2020
Students in Graphic Design III create logos in order to add onto their digital portfolios.
In the midst of making his presentation, sophomore Louis Fernandez types jubilantly to fill his screen with powerful words that display his feelings toward “The Odyssey” with his group. Through this project, students are supposed to gain a better understanding of ancient text compared to modern text.. “I never liked Greek mythology, but this story has been interesting,” sophomore Louis Fernandez said. “It’s very engaging and I always wonder what will happen next.” Photo Credit: Louis Fernandez

Sophomores begin presentations on ‘The Odyssey’

Truong Phan
October 5, 2020
Sophomores make presentations focusing on individual aspects of “The Odyssey” and the effects of the journey on Odysseus, while also testing their understanding of the poem.
While discussing agenda item 5.03, several board members were disconnected from the Google Meet. The meeting was delayed for forty minutes until a new one was streamed promptly. “Just like we had this evening, a challenge with the Google platform … I get these calls, emails, and text messages from teachers, parents, and students that this happens to them rather frequently,” CCSD District C Trustee Linda Young said. Photo Credit: CCSD

CCSD Board of Trustees confirm students will not return to school in October

Rhamil Taguba
September 30, 2020
Trustees discuss in-person education updates regarding technological issues, the youth COVID-19 infection rate, and other issues.
With the help of the National Honor Society’s tutoring system, students can easily ask for help online with any subject. Whether it be math or science, NHS members can assist students with academics to improve the online school experience. “With everyone learning from home, NHS wanted to make help from peers more accessible by bringing our annual tutoring service online,” junior NHS President-elect Kirsten Hofilena said. “Learning from a screen can present its challenges so we made sure to make navigating online an option for discussion with our tutors. We are also open to freshmen who seek advice with certain teacher’s methods or have general questions.” Art Credit: Gurleen Swaich

National Honor Society Starts Virtual Tutoring Program

Gurleen Swaich
September 30, 2020
Getting help with academics virtually can be difficult, but NHS members will be providing tutoring sessions for anyone in need with any subjects.
Preparing for future careers, nursing students write pro/con essays on different ethical issues. In the medical field, when evaluating patients, professionals have to take into account multiple things to make the best decision they possibly can. “We have to realize that our opinion isn’t the only one that matters,” junior Marivee Cadiz said. “Sometimes, what we as medical professionals] think is best isn’t what we do.” Art Credit: Juliana Borruso

Nursing students examine ethical dilemmas

Juliana Borruso
September 26, 2020
Working to see different sides of the same story, Nursing III students write essays focusing on different ethical issues.
As Fashion ll student Kaydence Cabania works on her Croquis assignment, she practices some sketches that will help her for a future assignment. Students are being introduced to a new concept as the first unit of the year. “Fashion illustration is important, especially when it comes to designing garments,” Cabania said. “I think that it will help a lot in fashion career. It’s the basic outline that we will build everything on." Photo Credit: Kaydence Cabania

Students learning new skills in Fashion Design

Hannah Paine
September 25, 2020
Unit on fashion illustration will be practiced in all course levels.
Hai Tong’s rough draft Animation of his character and the character he will use for his dance animation. Photo Credit: Hai Tong

Animation II students make their characters dance

Farhad Yazdani
September 23, 2020
The project will continue for the next four weeks.
income families. With the waiver from the USDA, schools around the county will be handing out free breakfasts and lunches to those that request it. Photo Credit: Aaron Doucett

Waiver extensions for school food program clears confusion as schools shut down

Ahmed Ahmed
September 21, 2020
Free lunch and breakfast will be available to students, due to an extension from the USDA.
Firefighters rush to the World Trade Center where the attack took place, helping anyone they can, and risking their lives to do so. Students in AP Lang are getting the opportunity to examine President George Bush and draw conclusions. “Bush’s speech changed nations, he presented a speech with faith in not just America, but gave faith in all of humanity to unify and make the world a better place. Changing the world isn’t easy, but I find it inspiring that Bush put in the effort to make the world great,” junior Michelle Nguyen said. "World Trade Center 9/11/01 attack memorial photo" by cattias.photos is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 .

AP Language students analyze President George W. Bush’s 9/11 speech

Madison Land
September 19, 2020
Robert Davis hopes students learn that language is meant to bring people together.
Leaning over the edge of an air balloon, floating at about 2,000 feet above the ground, Sabol takes in the aerial view of the sunset. Although Sabol has taken a break from traveling around the world, it was moments like these that Sabol treasures most. “[This was] my first ever hot air balloon ride in Luxor, Egypt.” Sabol said. Photo Credit: Cathy Sabol

A virtual welcome back for English teacher Cathy Sabol

Kayla Thomas
September 18, 2020
Sabol returns to Southwest CTA for her 26th year of teaching English.
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