June 10, 2023 By Caila Barreiros Staff Writer Traveling has always been a significant aspect of my identity. Growing up as a first-generation American, I spent many of my summers in Spain where the rest of my family lives. While there was a hiatus in my travel... More »
June 7, 2023 By Vielka Castillo Staff Writer Starting high school has given me the opportunity to take on new hobbies and explore my interests, one of them being sports. I’ve never been much of a sports fan, and the thought of being in an environment that coul... More »
May 18, 2023 By Nia Locier Staff Writer If I had to choose one book that has impacted me more than any others, it would certainly be “Wonder” by R. J. Palacio. This children’s novel is about a young boy named Auggie who was born with a condition called Treache... More »
May 15, 2023 By Martine Rivas Staff Writer Towards the end of the school year, many students experience anxiety because of major assessments including state testing and quarterlies. Test anxiety is a performance anxiety that can cause physical and emotional sy... More »
May 13, 2023 By Tara Tiyaloglu Managing Editor Growing up with a single mother in a single-parent, immigrant household shaped me into who I am today. I’m independent, I know how to handle hard situations and I don’t rely on other people. My mom, my sister and ... More »
May 11, 2023 By Nia Locier Staff Writer Our parents are the people we look up to, and they encourage us to be happy and successful. They want what’s best for us and try to care for us. And as we get older and take on more responsibilities, they want us to be f... More »
May 7, 2023 By Kayla Oglivie Staff Writer Being an only child comes with many advantages and disadvantages. For the majority of my childhood, I practically grew up with my two male cousins. Whenever we got the chance, which was every school break and all summe... More »
April 23, 2023 By Debbie Ogunbowale Staff Writer Immigrating to the United States from the West African country Nigeria at the age of six was a culture shock for me. I was not used to the snow, the diversity and the constant access to electricity. I also had t... More »
March 31, 2023 By Debbie Ogunbowale Staff Writer March 2020 is a month I will never forget. The world went into lockdown, and the year ended much differently than it started for millions of people around the world, myself included. After being forced to move o... More »
March 18, 2023 By Kayla Oglivie Staff Writer My family and friends have changed my life in various ways for the better. Their presence can instantly transform my mood from being pessimistic and sad to being hopeful and joyful. First, there is my father, who c... More »
March 17, 2023 By Kayla Oglivie Staff Writer I love listening to music and scrolling through social media, but above all, I love sleeping. For this reason, I am excited to be celebrating Sleep Awareness Week, which began on March 13 and is concluding tomorrow.... More »
March 13, 2023 By Ava Gonzalez Staff Writer Exactly three years ago, I was packing my backpack to leave school for what was supposed to be a two-week quarantine. Little did I know this was just the beginning of a long challenge that would change my life signif... More »
