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Southwest Shadow
Carmen Ruiz

Carmen Ruiz, Staff Writer

Hello everyone, my name is Carmen and this is my first year being a staff writer for the Southwest Shadow. I’m excited to see what new experiences this year will bring.

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Giving advice on an assignment, Jenny Byington interacts with her students. She became a teacher because she loved working with people. “She has made me a better student in a sense,” sophomore Angel Fonseca said. “The way she presents the work and the deadlines on everything is really clear and it helps me manage my other work as well.”

[Photo] New Year, New Experiences

Yaritzza Montenegro, Staff Writer
May 10, 2023

Criminal offensive side eye, English teacher Jacob Hill ensures student comprehension. This is Hill’s first year teaching at this school. “Because I’m here the whole year, I am able to build relationships...

The title of largest library in the city of Las Vegas, Nevada, belongs to the Lied library at UNLV. Liedlibrary1.JPG ©

‘Spring Fling’ to include field trips, activities, testing

Carmen Ruiz, Staff Writer
April 5, 2023
Schedule of activities will depend on grade level.
LIFEHACKS: CAR EDITION

LIFEHACKS: CAR EDITION

Carmen Ruiz, Staff Writer
March 10, 2023
Improve your life as a driver with these tips.
Toasting granules of rice Kimberly Bakke stays busy in the kitchen. Chef Bakke joined this school in the year 2021 and has been working hard ever since. “Even if you told me you're going to work a lot at your new job as a teacher I wouldn't change what I do, and I think all that I did back then made me who I am today.”

A BAKER’S DOZEN: MEET KIMBERLY BAKKE

Carmen Ruiz, Staff Writer
March 6, 2023
Baking & Pastry and Foods instructor shares her journey from executive pastry chef to magnet high school teacher.
Preparing to bathe their “patient,” junior Christine Wu is working on providing the best care for their future patients. Wong was trying to get a time of 20 minutes or less to finish a bed bath skill on the mannequin. “There are definitely skills I am better at, but I think for all of them you just need to practice,” Wu said. “I feel pretty good about the nursing exam. Ms. Trummel explains well why each skill is important and stresses why it's important for the test and real life.”

An Hour In … Nursing

Carmen Ruiz, Staff Writer
February 1, 2023
To prepare for an exam, students practice care routines for patients.
Posing for pictures and hanging out with Minnie Mouse Catherine Viggato recounts her time working at Epcot in the year 2006. "I really enjoyed the time I spent there because I got to know a lot of people from different parts of the country," Viggato said. "It was the first time I was out on my own so it was good to get that experience."

Experienced Hospitality Industry Worker: Meet Catherine Viggato

Carmen Ruiz, Staff Writer
January 5, 2023
Hospitality teacher Catherine Viggato shares her experiences as a worker in the hospitality and tourism industry.
Club Preview: A look into the week of November 14

Club Preview: A look into the week of November 14

Carmen Ruiz, Staff Writer
November 12, 2022
Robotics Club prepares for competition, D&D plays "Dungeons and Dragons", and Book Club discusses "Dangerous Women."
Presenting updates and the meeting itinerary to general club members are GSA board members. Photo Credit: Victoria Tobias

CLUB PREVIEW: A LOOK INTO THE WEEK OF NOVEMBER 7

Carmen Ruiz, Staff Writer
November 6, 2022
Excerpt: GSA working on fundraiser ideas, Video Game Club playing “Ghouls and Ghosts,” Jam Club practicing new songs
Getting back into the game, freshman Devlin Crews is practicing for the upcoming Esports match. The Esports team competed only an hour later and the Special Agents placed third and overtook Rocky Mountain High School 3-1. "It feels good being on the Esports team because it all about enjoying video games and making new friends,” Crews said. “I like being able to work well with my friends and build better relationships with my teammates.”

SOUTHWEST SQUIDS TAKE HOME A WIN IN ESPORTS GAMING TOURNAMENT

Carmen Ruiz, Staff Writer
November 2, 2022
Esports team still in the running to win championship.
"The Class" takes six students from different backgrounds and brings them together through theater arts. Rating: D Art Credit: Brainstorm Media

‘The Class’ is a poor excuse for a coming of age film

Carmen Ruiz
October 26, 2022
"The Class" is just another attempt at another high school film.
CLUBS PREPARE TO HOST A TRUNK-OR-TREAT FOR LOCAL CHILDREN

CLUBS PREPARE TO HOST A TRUNK-OR-TREAT FOR LOCAL CHILDREN

Carmen Ruiz, Staff Writer
October 24, 2022
Variety of themes and activities being readied for Thursday's event.
Three Recipes With Only Five Ingredients

Three Recipes With Only Five Ingredients

Carmen Ruiz
September 21, 2022
Cooking delicious food is often complex and time-consuming. Here are a few recipes that are both simple and mouth watering when you are short on time.