BREAKING NEWS: Southwest CTA Students Walk Out to Protest ICE Adrienne Vera-Perez, Editor-in-Chief January 29, 2026 Students join the thousands across the nation who have been staging walk outs to protest the presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents.
Club Preview: A look into the week of Jan. 26 Bryce Voluntad, Staff Writer January 27, 2026 HOSA discusses service activity, Amnesty International discusses civil rights and Crochet Club prepares for Valentine’s day.
Club Preview: A look into the week of Jan. 19 Bryce Voluntad, Staff Writer January 20, 2026 Drama Club rehearses for the spring play, Filipino Club prepares for a performance and Sports Club will host an open gym.
The Howl Staff Makes Progress on The 2026 Yearbook Rheyland Simon, Staff Writer January 15, 2026 See how far The Howl has progressed in the 2025-2026 yearbook.
BSU Brings Winterfest To Life Jaden Espinueva, Assistant News/Features Editor January 15, 2026 BSU Winterfest returns this Friday, bringing carnival games, karaoke, and food to campus.
Teaching and Training Program Affected By Defunding of TAPP Celia Evangelista, Co-Activities Director January 7, 2026 The potential loss of TAPP affects the Teaching and Training program’s ability to have extra resources and experiences outside of school.
Certified Nursing Assistant Students Prepare for Clinicals Kevin Zhao, Staff Writer January 5, 2026 Certified Nursing assistants (CNA) began their first semester of practicals, with the goal of preparing for clinicals. CNA also began using fellow classmates to test for vital signs, working in small...
School Operations Closed for Winter Break Adrienne Vera-Perez, Editor-in-Chief December 16, 2025 Classes will resume on Jan. 5.
CCSD Releases Start Time Survey Results DJ Madamba, Staff Writer December 11, 2025 The results of the CCSD survey suggest that those who voted are in support of the district's attempt to shift its start times.
Renovations To Effect Campus Life Mason Rafferty, Assistant Editor-in-Chief December 10, 2025 Administration to focus on field and parking lot renovations, alongside creating a plan for the new video production room.
Class of 2026 presents first Seniorsgiving John Pinili, Staff Writer November 20, 2025 The event will be held on Nov. 21 from 2-4 p.m. in the ballroom. Food, games and prizes will all be offered.
Varsity Quiz Looking For New Recruits Celia Evangelista, Co-Activities Director November 19, 2025 The club is searching for new members after losing many participants due to graduation.
![Working on a project for EDU 250, juniors Zion Jefferson and Bryce Voluntad discuss their work together. The Teacher Academy Pipeline Project has helped the teaching and training classes by bringing them resources for college. “The TAPP program has affected my want to be a teacher because they showed us different environments in classrooms [as well as] various teaching styles,” Jefferson said. “They’re very helpful with helping us understand what we can do our with our future and they explain how Nevada State [University] works”](https://southwestshadow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/IMG_1149-1200x800.jpg)
![Placing the stethoscope bell over the brachial pulse, Nursing students find the artery and correctly measure the blood pressure of a practice patient. Students were divided into small groups to practice skills together. “I try to feel for the branchial artery each time I put on the cuff, [to make sure] I am putting the stethoscope on the right place [I check to ensure] my sound is correct,” senior Kelly Ngo said. “I also hold the stethoscope by the bell so I don’t hear too much interference and can focus on hearing the blood pressure.”](https://southwestshadow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/IMG_7155-1200x800.jpg)
![After conducting a survey of the Clark County School District, recent results showcased who are in agreement and not in agreement with the proposed change. The survey opened up to the community on Sept. 26 and closed on Oct. 17. “If we bump the start times back for high school kids, everything after school has to start as well,” Assistant Principal Donna Besser said. “I think the reason this one was so much more successful than [previous survey] attempts in the past is because it’s only a 30-minute time difference.”](https://southwestshadow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Screenshot-2025-12-04-9.20.54-AM.png)
![Blowing his whistle, Coach Mark Bly times how long it takes his students to run a mile. With upcoming renovations, these classes will have to run their mile on the black top or alternative spaces instead of utilizing the field. “[We’re still figuring] it out,” Bly said. “We will continue to press forward and persevere [through] challenges.”](https://southwestshadow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Screenshot-2025-11-19-10.22.21.png)
![Selling in the cafeteria during lunch, Senior Class President Siena Suarez hands a ticket to a student for Seniorsgiving. The event will have food, games, and prizes for seniors who decided to go. “I hope [students] have a fun time with their friends,” Suarez said. “[StuCo wants this to become a] memorable moment [where seniors] have a great time overall.”](https://southwestshadow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/20251118_114203-1-1200x900.jpg)
![Waiting to buzz in to answer a pop-culture question, sophomore Larissa Viera listens to it being asked aloud by her adviser. The players practice every other week with their teammates and go through questions together. “My favorite part [of] the team is how much we work together considering how small the team is,” Viera said. “It just feels close and it’s crazy how much we’ve gotten to know each other over such a short amount of time.”](https://southwestshadow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/3683D9BC-1E24-4A28-A1FD-400F95B2FDF8.jpeg)