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Using a wide variety of sounds from electric to string instruments, The Used’s new album ‘Heartwork’ is able to radiate ferocity and power. Fast drum beats, combined with screaming, add to the intensity of their tracks.,  Rating: A Photo Courtesy of Wikipedia

Listen to the emotions in ‘Heartwork’

Kyle Bayudan
April 26, 2020
The Used’s new album is filled with intense energy, screaming and singing fit for anyone who is into post-hardcore, pop punk music.
Where Are They Now: Braden Sumabat

Where Are They Now: Braden Sumabat

Kyle Bayudan
April 22, 2020
Former engineering student pursues nursing.
Altered posting schedule due to Spring Break

Altered posting schedule due to Spring Break

Kyle Bayudan
April 3, 2020
Normal posting will return on April 14.
2020 TikTok contest

2020 TikTok contest

Kyle Bayudan
April 1, 2020

Over the course of several months, TikTok has gained in popularity for teens all over the country and even the world. With funny, weird and interesting videos constantly being uploaded onto the app, we'd...

Where Are They Now: Arielle Fernandez

Where Are They Now: Arielle Fernandez

Kyle Bayudan
March 26, 2020
Former interior design student pursues the culinary field.
Social media distancing

Social media distancing

Kyle Bayudan
March 19, 2020
After school was closer by Governor Sisolak, students share their opinions on Twitter regarding COVID-19.
Q&A: Was it a good decision for Gov. Sisolak to cancel school through April 6 due to COVID-19?

Q&A: Was it a good decision for Gov. Sisolak to cancel school through April 6 due to COVID-19?

Kyle Bayudan
March 18, 2020
Students share their opinion on whether or not cancelling school until April 6 was a good idea.
Academic resources, food distribution for students

Academic resources, food distribution for students

Kyle Bayudan
March 16, 2020
Here are high schools that students can go to for academic resources and food.
Altered publishing schedule due to school closure

Altered publishing schedule due to school closure

Kyle Bayudan
March 15, 2020
For four weeks, there will be an altered posting schedule due to the COVID-19 school closure.
Where Are They Now: Zhen Yu

Where Are They Now: Zhen Yu

Kyle Bayudan
March 14, 2020
Former web design student pursues biology at UNLV.
School operations closed for contingency day

School operations closed for contingency day

Kyle Bayudan
March 9, 2020
School will resume tomorrow as normal.
2020 Blast from the past contest

2020 Blast from the past contest

Kyle Bayudan
March 2, 2020
Tell us about your favorite high school memory.
Fourth annual Coyote Games takes place

Fourth annual Coyote Games takes place

Kyle Bayudan
February 26, 2020
Teams go head-to-head in mini games to earn points.
School operations closed for freshman, sophomores, seniors

School operations closed for freshman, sophomores, seniors

Kyle Bayudan
February 24, 2020
Normal classes will resume on Feb. 26 for all grade levels.
PODCAST: True meaning of Valentine's Day

PODCAST: True meaning of Valentine’s Day

Valentine's Day can be seen as a commercial holiday; however, others may see it as a chance to show how much they truly love their significant other.
Where are they now: Angela Sudjana

Where are they now: Angela Sudjana

Kyle Bayudan
February 9, 2020
Angela Sudjana is currently majoring in business at UNLV.
DRAW MY SHADOW: Shannon Sheldon

DRAW MY SHADOW: Shannon Sheldon

Kyle Bayudan
February 2, 2020
Listen to the story of Ms. Sheldon's past of swing dancing.
2020 Perfect Date contest

2020 Perfect Date contest

Kyle Bayudan
February 2, 2020
Tell us about what you think makes up the perfect date or hangout.
Where Are They Now: Jose Ontiveros

Where Are They Now: Jose Ontiveros

Kyle Bayudan
January 17, 2020
Jose Ontiveros is a co-owner of a digital agency company alongside his brother.
PODCAST: New year, new unrealistic expectations

PODCAST: New year, new unrealistic expectations

With 2020 rolling in, we breakdown our predictions for the new year.
2020 Ambitions contest

2020 Ambitions contest

Kyle Bayudan
January 1, 2020
We'd like to know what your plans are for the new year.
Altered posting schedule, school operations closed for Winter Break

Altered posting schedule, school operations closed for Winter Break

Kyle Bayudan
December 16, 2019
Normal posting schedule changed due to semester exams.
English 10 students prepare for presentation in place of semester exam

English 10 students prepare for presentation in place of semester exam

Kyle Bayudan
December 11, 2019
To express their knowledge on Asian literature, students are performing a puppet show as their semester exam.
Coyote Café continues after Fall Break

Coyote Café continues after Fall Break

Kyle Bayudan
December 3, 2019
The Coyote Café will be serving French cuisine next January.
School operations closed for Veterans Day

School operations closed for Veterans Day

Kyle Bayudan
November 8, 2019
The weekend will end on Nov. 11.
School operations closed for Nevada Day

School operations closed for Nevada Day

Kyle Bayudan
October 24, 2019
The weekend will start on Oct. 25.
School operations closed for Labor Day

School operations closed for Labor Day

Kyle Bayudan
August 30, 2019
The weekend will extend until Sept. 2.
PRO/CON: Keep it on the down low

PRO/CON: Keep it on the down low

Kyle Bayudan
April 23, 2019
A “finsta” is more than just another account. It’s an exclusive platform that allows individuals to rant, vent and express emotions.
School operations closed for Spring Break

School operations closed for Spring Break

Kyle Bayudan
April 12, 2019
The break will extend until Monday, April 22.
Club preview: A look into the week of March 18

Club preview: A look into the week of March 18

Kyle Bayudan
March 14, 2019
Take a look at what's coming up next week.
VIDEO: Drama Club claims victory again at Lipsync Battle

VIDEO: Drama Club claims victory again at Lipsync Battle

Kyle Bayudan
February 19, 2019
Numerous clubs took part in the event.
School operations closed for President's Day

School operations closed for President’s Day

Kyle Bayudan
February 15, 2019
The three-day weekend will extend until Tuesday, Feb. 19.
School operations closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

School operations closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Kyle Bayudan
January 18, 2019
The three-day weekend will extend until Tuesday, Jan. 22.
Exiting Key Club board members plan for increased participation in upcoming election

Exiting Key Club board members plan for increased participation in upcoming election

Kyle Bayudan
January 16, 2019
The Key Club elections will take place on January 28.
School operations closed for Fall Break

School operations closed for Fall Break

Kyle Bayudan
November 16, 2018
The break will extend until Monday, Nov. 26.
PODCAST: How to be a better friend

PODCAST: How to be a better friend

Shareen Basyari and Kyle Bayudan
November 15, 2018
Being a better friend doesn't just mean helping the latter through any situation. One must tune in and really engage, rather than impulsively offer ways to make others change when it's not asked for.
Love in the time of social media

Love in the time of social media

From mutual internet friends to their wedding days, meeting online has become a social norm for many students and teachers alike.
Homecoming Week, Day Four: Outer Space, Paper plate obstacle course

Homecoming Week, Day Four: Outer Space, Paper plate obstacle course

Kyle Bayudan
October 12, 2018
Students participated in spirit day.
Homecoming Week, Day Two: Twinning, Football Toss

Homecoming Week, Day Two: Twinning, Football Toss

Kyle Bayudan
October 9, 2018
Students and faculty participated in spirit day.
Fellowship opportunity offered for Republican, Democratic parties

Fellowship opportunity offered for Republican, Democratic parties

Kyle Bayudan
September 13, 2018
Juniors and seniors were given the chance to volunteer for the Nevada Democratic party or the Tarkanian campaign. The campaign will take place on Nov. 6 this year.
An Hour In ... Algebra II

An Hour In … Algebra II

Kyle Bayudan
August 31, 2018
As practice, students in Algebra II participated in a scavenger hunt about the point-slope formula.
Southwest Shadow concludes regular posting for year

Southwest Shadow concludes regular posting for year

Kyle Bayudan
May 7, 2018
Posts will resume over summer.
Coyote Olympics, Day Five: Assembly Games

Coyote Olympics, Day Five: Assembly Games

Kyle Bayudan
March 16, 2018
The top four teams challenged each other in assembly games for a spot in the top three.
Coyote Olympics, Day Three: Lunch Games

Coyote Olympics, Day Three: Lunch Games

Kyle Bayudan
March 14, 2018
To earn points, teams played games during lunch.
BREAKING NEWS: Approximately 100 in protest against gun violence

BREAKING NEWS: Approximately 100 in protest against gun violence

Shareen Basyari and Kyle Bayudan
March 14, 2018
Students and teachers from across the nation leave their classrooms at 10 a.m. to stand against gun violence.
Coyote Olympics, Day One: Dodgeball

Coyote Olympics, Day One: Dodgeball

Kyle Bayudan
March 12, 2018
Numerous teams challenged each other in dodgeball.
An Hour In ... Interior Design II

An Hour In … Interior Design II

Kyle Bayudan
March 9, 2018
Interior Design II students create floor plans to show to mock clients.
Seeing double

Seeing double

Shareen Basyari and Kyle Bayudan
March 5, 2018
Both fraternal and identical twins share a compelling tie.
An arduous journey through grief

An arduous journey through grief

Shareen Basyari and Kyle Bayudan
December 4, 2017
It is important to know how to cope with tragic events, whether you experienced it firsthand or witnessed it through an electronic screen.