With the 2020 year coming to an end, nothing has changed. This year has been tragic to say the least. It has been 9 months since the beginning of quarantine and this “life” that we attend every morning has become the usual. Staying home to eat, late nights watching Netflix, no strolls in the park,…
Think of that one song that triggers your emotions and drives a sudden wave of sensation that nothing else can bring to you. It may be a beautiful wedding song or a sad piece that reminds you of a part of your deepest darkest past that may be hard to relive. Either way, music is…
COVID-19 has created drastic changes in people’s everyday lives, resulting in many people being more cautious with social distancing and using virtual platforms to connect with others. Although this has caused many inconveniences and hardships with adjusting, people have learned to adapt to this new life. For example, Valencia High School’s choral program has decided…
In America, there are many different cultures and languages, hence the nickname the country was given in its early days, the melting pot. However, due to societal pressure and the idea of an “American”, many people of color have suppressed their culture to assimilate. Now, more than ever, Americans should strive for a greater understanding…
How do you achieve your dreams? While you may not be able to do so during social distancing, caused by COVID-19, you can still work towards them. And one thing that I suggest, which really seems to help, is waking up early. Many individuals have dreams that they want to reach in life. However, out…
On Monday, October 26, at around 8 a.m., I woke up to a windy morning and the smell of smoke. I then received an unexpected call from my friend, who is also my neighbor, letting me know that we had to evacuate immediately. Confused, I looked outside the window and saw that the sky was…
It is safe to say that exercising during COVID-19 has been difficult. Not only are many gyms and fitness centers across the country still closed or restricted in capacity and availability, but it has also been challenging to exercise safely and consistently do so. Staying at home in isolation has made many feel too stressed…
COVID-19 has caused many schools to move to a virtual setting this year, in order to maintain safe social distancing. Although this has caused many inconveniences and hardships with adjusting, overtime people have learned to adapt. For example, Valencia High School, VHS, has found ways to continue keeping school spirit throughout quarantine. Normally at VHS,…
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…
Many students struggle with fatigue, as the teenage years are typically not connected to sleep. Due to homework and extracurricular activities, students often find themselves sacrificing their down time in order to fulfill the different aspects of their lives. But what if there was a way to solve this issue of sleep deprivation? “Naps may…
