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Graphic by Kelly Avila CHOOSING THE RIGHT FIT- Community college is often viewed as a poor man’s education or the last option. However, attending a community college has several financial benefits. “There’s no such thing as a ‘bad education’ as long as you put in your part to study and work hard,” said Gaby Navarro, a senior.

Community college: A better option than you think

June 8, 2021
CLASS OF 2021 - The pandemic led to the cancelation several school-related activities and in-person classes. For the class of 2021, senior year was mostly spent at home online all day, making it hard to find a sense of normalcy. “As a senior, I feel that I missed out on a lot. I was really looking forward to senior events because it’s our last year in high school and I wanted to make memories with my classmates and friends before we go off to college,” Elissa Ramos, a senior, said.

Class of 2021: Senior Dissatisfaction

Kelly Avila, Opinion Editor
April 23, 2021
MOVIE MOTIVATION - March is Women’s History Month, but with quarantine restrictions, it’s best to celebrate from home. There are many movies about women that can not only inspire, but make one feel seen. “Movies that feature strong women are important because they can inspire and motivate other women to pursue their dreams,” Elissa Ramos, senior, said.

Ten movies that actually empower women

March 23, 2021
CUTTING TIES - People who are toxic can take the form of friends, romantic relationships, or even family. It can be difficult to spot toxic behaviors in loved ones and even harder to cut ties with them. “Having to let go of the thought of this person has probably been one of the hardest things I’ve had to do in my life,” said anonymous.

Letting Go of Emotional Vampires

Kelly M. Avila, Opinion Editor
February 15, 2021
Mr. Dhall, the new social studies teacher, makes the environment in Zoom meetings fun and energetic. He provides new perspectives and insight despite the barriers of online learning. “Distance learning is restrictive, but he overcomes it to the best of his abilities. Mr. Dhall’s classes are not a bore to be in. Plus, hes pretty funny,” Luis Lopez, a senior, said.

Mr. Dhall: The Furthest from Dull

Kelly M. Avila, Opinion Editor
December 28, 2020
HISTORY UNVEILED- Thanksgiving is not the fun tale many American kids believe it to be. There is a complicated history that gets shortened and glorified for the sake of selling the image that Thanksgiving has always been a lighthearted holiday with a simple and happy past. “I learned later in life the real history is much more heartbreaking for the indigenous people of the Americas,” Ms.Hanson, an art teacher, said.

Thanksgiving History, with Detail

Kelly M. Avila, Opinion Editor
November 26, 2020
Money and Our Officers: With the increase in protests all throughout the U.S following George Floyds death, there was a rise in demands to defund the police. Funding towards officers should be allocated to community organizations and into community reparations. “The best solution would be to decrease the police funds and make them rebuild the system,” said Lara, a senior.

Defund the Police Doesn’t Mean Abolish it

Kelly Avila, Opinion Editor
October 6, 2020
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