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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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PROFILES
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.
Joining the march, freshman Jaidyn Eddington sets to interact with the cheering crowd alongside her float. After the exhausting preparation of puppet-handling and choreography, the Halloween parade was ready. “I guess its just a big pile of dopamine,” Eddington said. “Like youre constantly happy, youre loving the work environment, youre loving seeing the smiles on everyones faces as you go down the streets; everyones positive, everyone tries their hardest to make everyone smile, and its just a good experience.” Photo credit: Leslie Robertson
Determined Parade Marcher: Meet Jaidyn Eddington
Venice Jingco, Staff writer • March 5, 2024
Jaidyn Eddington shares her pursuit in parade performances.
Cooking with her stepdad and stepbrother, junior Maria Flor Bordinhon enjoys one of her many hobbies. As a culinary student, she is devoted to the art of cooking. “I really love cooking,” Bordinhon said. “It’s fun for me to cook up new dishes for my family and just experiment with recipes I’ve never tried before.”
Jack of all Trades: Meet Maria Flor Bordinhon
Kylie Dacquel, Staff Writer • February 28, 2024
Bordinhon shares her journey in expanding her knowledge on a variety of skills.
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LONGFORMS
THIRST FOR URGENCY
THIRST FOR URGENCY
Ayma Malik, Ethan Bull, Jianna Aganon, Kalista Palarca, Kathryn Peterson, Travis McGinnis, and Yaritzza Montenegro • December 11, 2023

What Makes an Adult?
What Makes an Adult?
Tishie Nyitray • January 11, 2023
Do people magically become adults on their eighteenth birthday? Or does more go into this label?
Everything wrong with Gen Z
Everything wrong with Gen Z
Juliana Borruso • September 14, 2022
Despite their strong suits, Generation Z is discovering their flaws.
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AN HOUR IN ...
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
Using a ruler for measuring, junior Skye Parker works with her partner to place roof tiles on their dollhouse. Correct measurement was an important part of building the dollhouse, as it ensured everything was oriented correctly and evenly. “I never knew math would be so involved with interior design,” Parker said.”It was involved in measuring the shingles so we could cut them, spacing out the wooden poles evenly, and many other parts of the building process.”
Hour In ... Interior Design
Kailie Sicolo, Staff Writer • March 7, 2024
Writing her answer on a whiteboard, junior Tiffany Tan works with her team to decide on an answer. Students worked to earn the most points for a chance to win a prize while practicing for the ACT. It was really fun and engaging, Tan said. This whole month Ms. De La Fuente has challenged us with fun and innovative ways to get us engaged.
AN HOUR IN ... AP LANGUAGE AND COMPOSITION
Ayma Malik and Kathryn Peterson • March 1, 2024
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CONTESTS
What Animal Are You? Contest
'What Animal Are You?' Contest
Kathryn Peterson, Social Media Coordinator • April 3, 2024
Enter this month's contest for a chance to win.
AI Helper Contest
'AI Helper' Contest
Kathryn Peterson, Social Media Coordinator • March 7, 2024
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What You Love Contest
'What You Love' Contest
Kathryn Peterson, Social Media Coordinator • February 14, 2024
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