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Editorial Cartoon

Editorial Cartoon

Jack Rourke
January 4, 2017
Even though a year is only a small portion someone's life, many life changing events can happen.
PRO/CON: The all-seeing eye of the school district

PRO/CON: The all-seeing eye of the school district

Vinh Tran
December 13, 2016
With the prevalence of schools adapting to adding a video camera inside classrooms, I'm wondering why they're doing that when there are many negatives about it.
PRO/CON: Education through a new lens

PRO/CON: Education through a new lens

Cassie Valdez
December 13, 2016
Cameras in classrooms don't equate to a "Big Brother"-esque experience but rather an opportunity to revolutionize education even further.
EDITORIAL: Mandatory AP testing for GPA bump sets poor precedent for students

EDITORIAL: Mandatory AP testing for GPA bump sets poor precedent for students

Southwest Shadow
December 12, 2016
If you're an AP student, chances are you have been affected by a recent announcement made by CCSD--AP testing is now mandatory.
Editorial Cartoon

Editorial Cartoon

Zain Al-Qsaliieh
December 7, 2016
The Internet seems to be obsessed with Kermit-related memes. Here is the latest trend to surface regarding the green puppet.
If I was privileged...

If I was privileged…

Cassie Valdez
December 2, 2016
Throughout my 16 years of living, I have noticed the impact of skin color in both my perception of the world and the world's perception of me.
Photo Credit: nathanmac87

Gather ‘round children, this will be disappointing

Vinh Tran
December 1, 2016
Numerous people are complaining about their president, even when they can't do anything about the outcome of the election.
Editorial Cartoon

Editorial Cartoon

Jack Rourke
November 8, 2016
Today marks the end of the 2016 U.S. presidential election.
Living off impulse

Living off impulse

Cassie Valdez
November 6, 2016
Thinking before doing is often forgotten when making decisions.
I am thankful for...

I am thankful for…

Vinh Tran
November 4, 2016
When I was younger, I had completely different things I was thankful for during the Thanksgiving time. I'm not sure if it's a mix of cynicism or the fact that the 'truth' about Thanksgiving has been exposed.
Editorial Cartoon

Editorial Cartoon

Jack Rourke
November 2, 2016
Vine, the app which allowed users to film and upload short video snippets, will no longer be around.
You like Iron Maiden? Name five songs right now

“You like Iron Maiden? Name five songs right now”

Vinh Tran
October 30, 2016
Everyone should be allowed to enjoy music without fear of prejudice.

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