One should never forget their background and culture, no matter how distant or disconnected they might seem. This is why many people hold special after school programs to help kids from forgetting their heritage. One example is the local Korean School in the small community of La Crescenta. Attracting students from many different areas, the…
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The MOCA Museum; Modern Art at its Best
The Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA), which was founded in 1979, is the only artist-founded museum in Los Angeles dedicated to collecting and exhibiting contemporary art. The MOCA Museum houses the most compelling collections of modern art in the world, containing about 7000 objects and diverse historical exhibitions. MOCA showcases the most significant and challenging…
What it Means to be a Boyscout of America
The Boy Scouts of America has been a national tradition for many children in the United States, and dates back to 1910 when it was founded by Robert Baden-Powell. It is the largest scouting organization and one of the largest youth organizations in the United States, with approximately 2.3 million youth participants. The Boy Scouts…
[Editor’s Column] Whitney High Attends USC History Bowl Competition
On March 1st, the Whitney High School History Bowl team competed at the 2020 University of Southern California (USC) regional History Bowl competition. History Bowl is a nationwide competition for elementary, middle, and high school students that tests students on history Jeopardy-style, complete with a buzzer system and moderator. There are different varieties of difficulty…
Movement: The Musical Talents of The Youth
I recently attended an event led by an organization of young boys and girls aged 10-16 who share their musical talents with the elderly. This event, called “Movement”, took place at a nursing home in Beaverton Oregon. The young musicians played various classical pieces from Beethoven to Dvorak. When the event started, most of the…
Valencia High School’s Mito Walk and Roll: A Journey for a Cure to Mitochondrial Disease
Most people know the mitochondria as “the powerhouse of the cell.” Yet, when one has mitochondrial disease, it is like “running a house on a battery” as student, Nadia Maciejewski puts it. Nadia, a junior at Valencia High School, is one of approximately 20,000 people in the United States affected by this rare condition…
[Editor’s column] Extending Access to Prestigious Colleges for Low Income Students : College Match
During their four years of high school, students on the “college path” toil everyday–aiming for the best SAT score, impressive extracurriculars, exquisite leadership positions, and the perfect GPA– to be accepted by colleges. As arduous as it seems, it is a worthwhile journey for dedicated students striving to pursue academic goals in prestigious schools. In…
The Magic of Amazon Delivery
With few clicks of a button, Amazon Prime members with a premium subscription almost expeditiously receive parcels in front of their doorstep. With the usage of advanced technology, Amazon makes high-speed delivery possible, which fascinates online shoppers. Established in 2012 as the first in California, Amazon Fulfilment Center (ONT2) in San Bernardino is one of…
The Rose Bowl Flea Market; A Place to Find Everything
The Rose Bowl Flea Market is a monthly market held at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena. It is one of the most famous markets in the world, with over 2,500 vendors and 20,000 shoppers, and takes place on the second Sunday of every month. This flea market attracts many people from all over the Los…
World Championship Wrestling
With flashing lights and a packed crowd, two wrestlers wildly bounce against the ropes, building momentum and excitement as the eager crowd falls silent. Following a series of flips in the air, one unlucky wrestler falls flat into the ground. Half of the crowd cheers, while the other half groans. Everyone cheers for the wrestler…