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SCHOOL OPERATIONS CLOSED FOR SPRING BREAK
Hoping to create a positive school environment and contribute to the community, Student Council is hosting a food drive for the Nevada Project for Homeless Youth. “As a school we want to help the less fortunate community and provide them with the resources we can,” Design Academy Vice President Kiersten Simmons said. “Students can see that this issue is troubling for the community and give back in any way that they possibly can.”
Speaking to Jessica Kelly’s AP Human Geography class, Carolyn Link shares her experience in the environmental chemistry field. Having strong opinions on the topic of women in agriculture, sophomore Jasmine Chanhthavong enjoyed hearing her perspective. “It broadened my perspective of a woman being in the workforce,” Chanhthavong said. “Her experiences and perspectives helped me be informed of policies and programs that promote both sustainable agricultural development and gender equality in one. Not only that, but it has motivated me to learn how to be involved with agriculture for my community and lifestyle. “
Virtual Distance Learning for all non-11th Graders on ACT Day
Preparing to attend the awards ceremony, HOSA poses for a photo with their teacher chaperones at SLC 2022. Students competed in various areas of their choice, from presentations to the demonstration of medical skills. “I’m a bit disappointed in not being able to go,” HOSA President senior Yusra Shafique said. “I had a great time last year and was looking forward to organizing the trip for our members. Underclassmen still have the opportunity to attend SLC in the upcoming years, however, seniors that didn’t get to attend SLC prior to this year won’t get the experience of the competition since they’ll unfortunately be graduating.”
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Outlining his expectations for writing assignments, US Government & Economics teacher Joseph Juliano makes sure that students understand the task at hand. First semester was based on specific political ideas, but seniors have the opportunity to creatively express their beliefs and priorities. “I have known about this contest for a long time, but some years I didn’t introduce it to the full class as an assignment, rather just showed them the opportunity,” Juliano said. “In the past I had a student who won our local Las Vegas contest. She was invited to a luncheon at the district court and awarded a nice check for $1500.”
Seniors Create 28th Amendment for Civics Contest
Winner of the regional competition receives $3,000
Ashley Harris, News and Features Editor • February 23, 2023
Students of Joseph Juliano’s Government class participate in the Ninth Circuit Civics Contest.
Carefully looking over state standards and criteria, newly appointed English 10 H and 11 teacher Pier Shoates creates lesson plans. Since the start of the second semester, Shoates has made the move from support staff to teaching. “I have a way better understanding of how students are now,” Shoates said. “I can see it from both the staff perspective and the student perspective.”
New ‘Teacher Pathway’ Program for Future CCSD Employees Hopes to add to pipeline
Program is being supported by Public Education Foundation
Jianna Aganon, Staff Writer • February 21, 2023
Higher education schools and CCSD are now offering paid tuition for CCSD employees to become classroom educators.
Researching legislative bills, seniors Yusra Shafique, Vassily Tan, and Jacob Gallardo expand their knowledge on the government and how it’s run. This research acted as the first step of making Laura Penrod’s students more politically aware. “I’m teaching them adult skills that they need to know how to do,” Penrod said. “Some of my students want to own businesses or go off and have these lives and careers that won’t be possible if legislation passes that doesn’t go in their favor.”
English 102 Students Research Legislative Officials For First Project
Advocating for Change in their Community
Kailie Sicolo, Staff Writer • February 14, 2023
Laura Penrod integrates politics into her NSC Dual Credit English 102 class.
Touching up highlights on a skirt, senior Karim Abd-Elmalek finishes the first design in his collection. The runway show will be held in mid-April. “I definitely have to not procrastinate on this,” Abd-Elmalek said. “I think we will get it done, I just have to manage my time well so I am able to get all of the elements I want in my finished garment.”
Pattern Drafting Seniors Begin Designing Capstone
Creating a collection to show progress throughout the program
Tishie Nyitray, Editor in Chief • February 10, 2023
Seniors in Pattern Drafting are illustrating their capstone collections.
Club Preview: A look into the week of February 13
Club Preview: A look into the week of February 13
Culinary Club, SkillsUSA, and HOSA meet this week
Kylie Dacquel, Staff Writer • February 10, 2023
Culinary Club frosts Valentine's Day themed cookies, SkillsUSA prepares for competition, and HOSA makes cards for nursing home residents.
Deliberating with his fellow BSU members, sophomore Demetrios West confirms the outline for the poster before continuing to write. Since mid-January, BSU members have been working on posters that were hung in all the hallways. “It was fun, but it was stressful because we were limited on time,” sophomore Rediate Hunde said.
BSU Hosts ‘Princess and the Frog’ Movie Night in the Gym
The club’s third attempt at a school event
Philipos Alebachew, Staff Writer • February 8, 2023
This event was chosen to be held in February to coincide with Black History Month.
Giving the opportunity for students to contribute to the community, Creative Writing Club hosts a used book drive. They anticipate that the event will bring more attention to the club. “I really hope that people will see it as something serious,” Creative Writing Club President Ava Torres said. I know its a student run organization, but I want it to be seen that we’re doing things. We have a lot of plans and this is the first stop, but we have a long way to go.”
Creative Writing Club requesting Used Books for Underprivileged Communities
Donation boxes will be located around campus from February 6-17
Ashley Harris, News and Features Editor • February 8, 2023
Staff and students can donate books for underprivileged communities.
Meeting with students, counselors help them select courses for next year. In CCSD, counselors will now use past test scores to assist with course placement. “I am trying to figure out what classes I will need to take next year, while still having to focus on finishing this year,” junior Dani Hernandez said. “I feel like this whole system will help in some ways but always put more pressure on students.”
New Course Recommendation System in CCSD implemented this month
Using test scores to place students will be part of the selection process
Tishie Nyitray, Editor in Chief • February 6, 2023
Pushing students to take advanced classes.
Club Preview: A look into the week of February 6
Club Preview: A look into the week of February 6
Key Club, BSU, and Culture and Exchange Club meeting this week
Kylie Dacquel, Staff Writer • February 6, 2023
Key Club board introductions, BSU movie night finalization, and Culture and Language Exchange Club holds a ‘Food and Film’ meeting.
Within seconds, people are now able quickly ask artificial intelligence questions relating to any topic of their choice with responses being generated with a click of a button. The chat bot has been thoroughly studied and fine-tuned with learning techniques and language models since its release. “I think the AI is very impressive, but I know it could be a dangerous tool,” junior Gian Carlo Raneses said, “It just depends on who is using it and why they are using it.”
ChatGPT blocked by GoGuardian on all CCSD monitored devices
Students, teachers share thoughts on how to use new technology
Jianna Aganon, Staff Writer • January 31, 2023
New programs already being created for teachers to verify if assignments have been completed by AI
Club Preview: A look into the week of January 30
Club Preview: A look into the week of January 30
Jam Club, Crochet Club, and NHS meeting this week
Kylie Dacquel, Staff Writer • January 29, 2023
Jam Club practicing their songs, Crochet Club continuing projects, and NHS creates their “Teacher Valentines”.
Starting off the second semester as student success coordinator, Chrystal Howard settles into her new role. She earned her administrative license two years ago and decided it was time for a change. “I was ready to progress in my career, especially after spending about 20 years in the classroom as a teacher,” Howard said.
English Teacher Chrystal Howard Transitions from Classroom to Administration
Taking initiative and advancing in her career
Kylie Dacquel, Staff Writer • January 27, 2023
Her goals include reducing tardies and increasing daily attendance.
Club Preview: A look into the week of January 23
Club Preview: A look into the week of January 23
FCCLA, HOSA, and Kpop Club meeting this week
Ashley Harris, News and Features Editor • January 20, 2023
FCCLA continues state projects, HOSA will participate in games, and Kpop Club learns new choreography.
To raise money for Key Club, junior Jonathan Lin gets pied in the face. Continuing with the pie-oriented event trend, sophomore president Brianna Scherschel, along with the rest of Student Council, is planning a similar pie-themed event. “We got the idea and started planning before Key Club,” Scherschel said. “We had a good laugh when we found out we both were doing a pie event.”
Upcoming ‘Pie-a-Teacher-Palooza’ to be held in the gym
19 teachers will be available to be pied
Philipos Alebachew, Staff Writer • January 13, 2023
Students bid to pie teachers in the face
Year-Round Horror Experience from Universal Set to Open in AREA15
Year-Round Horror Experience from Universal Set to Open in AREA15
First permanent experience outside of traditional theme parks
Ashley Harris, News and Features Editor • January 12, 2023
Attraction was announced in conjunction with a new kid centered theme park in Frisco, Texas.
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