During the summer, I received the opportunity to be a part of the READYteens Summer Program hosted by the Red Cross. The duration of this program was one month, and participants met twice a week for two hours. I personally learned many things about the Red Cross as well as received certifications through this program….
Author: Rachel Lee
[EDITORS COLUMN] A Refreshing Family Trip to San Diego
As most coronavirus restrictions are being lifted, the world is transitioning towards “normal” life. Recently, families have been planning trips and vacations in order to fill their summer with meaningful experiences. The past year and a half has limited travel, therefore, many people have been craving the act of riding on a plane, train, or…
Factors to Consider When Applying for Colleges
As the school year is slowly coming to an end, high school juniors and seniors are faced with another great challenge; college applications. Going to college is usually the main reason why students work so hard during their 4 years of high school. Therefore, narrowing down the thousands of schools to only a few is…
The Side Effects of the Covid Vaccine
A whole year has passed since Covid-19 first started to spread around the world. This devastating pandemic has caused many families to lose their loved ones. In order to minimize these horrific effects of the virus, vaccines have been tested and are currently being given to the elderly, essential workers, and those susceptible to the…
[EDITORS COLUMN] Making Healthy Choices During the Pandemic
It has been almost a year since the coronavirus struck the world and forced people to stay in isolation. Even now, many people continue to quarantine for the safety of themselves and others around them. School and working at home have now become integrated into people’s lives and have taken a toll on their health,…
(Editors Column) Keeping New Year’s Resolutions After January
The new year has finally arrived, bringing optimism and a new start from the challenges many faced in the year 2020. Most people have created New Year’s resolutions to encourage this new beginning and better themselves throughout the year. However, this motivation for change seems like it magically disappears by the time February comes around….
Spend a Productive Winter Break At Home!
The semester has finally come to an end and the beginning of winter break is bringing more holiday cheer to students. But, because of the coronavirus, most families are moving their vacation plans to the future when doing so is safe. In order to spend the winter break safely at the comfort of their homes,…
(EDITORS COLUMN) Hiking at Griffith Park
The coronavirus has continued to be a great threat to our society, as outdoor dining has been limited and stay-at-home precautions have been placed. Because of this, many people are being forced to stay indoors, which leads to unhealthy routines and eating habits. Exercising indoors at gyms can be dangerous, so a better, more safe…
Safely Spending the Holiday Season; Important Things to Remember
As the month of October passed, many people unfortunately felt like this year’s Spooky Season went by too quickly. Usually, in October, there are a plethora of fun activities that many partake in, such as Trick-or-Treat, Halloween Horror nights, and costume parties. However, this year has been drastically different due to the coronavirus pandemic. It…
School Clubs Through Online Platforms
During this time of online schooling, many students may find it difficult to participate or pay attention during their school Zoom classes. Clubs and volunteer opportunities are all online, so students should be knowledgeable about proper Zoom call etiquette. Because it is difficult to partake in extracurriculars or volunteer during these times, establishing a club…