Whitney High School’s production, Chicago, began its opening night on Halloween, continuing its evening shows on the following Friday and Saturday night. Lucy Acuna, a junior, played the main role of Roxie Hart, a wannabe superstar, who, in an uncontrollable fit of rage, murders her lover. In the midst of Roxie’s attempt to cover up…
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My Experience at Milal Nights with Jinusean
On Friday, November 1, Sean of the popular South Korean hip-hop duo Jinusean was welcomed by All Nations Community Church to speak about the importance of donating and helping others. Sponsored by Milal Mission, a non-profit organization for the disabled community, the event was called Milal Nights, and was a three-day event hosted at three…
Immaculate Heart’s Annual Fundraising Walk
At Immaculate Heart High School, students, both middle school and high school, go on the annual Walk in Los Feliz. The Walk is the school’s only annual fundraiser, and students look forward to it every year. During the Walk, students and faculty walk for four miles through the Los Feliz neighborhood. Each year, students…
Loving Hearts Classical Benefit Concert
Loving Hearts is a Christian-based nonprofit organization established in 2015, that serves the Santa Clarita community through educational programs, special events, and community outreach. They offer classes, such as sewing, art, practical English, and yoga, to everyone in the community. The founder, Grace Seo, established the program with the intention of building healthy individuals who…
My Experience Hiking in Palm Springs with My Boy Scouts Troop
Recently, I had the chance to visit Palm Springs with my Boy Scout troop, where we were able to experience the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, and hike in Mt. San Jacinto State Park. The ride to the tram begins as you go up a slight incline, from approximately 479 feet above sea level at the…
Middle School Band Night at Burbank High School
On Friday, October 18th, 2019, John Muir Middle School hosted Band Night at the Burbank High School. Middle school Band Night is where students can experience what it is like to be in a high school marching band, first hand, for a football game. I was excited because it was my first time performing on…
The Good Neighbor Initiative Helps Clean up La Crescenta
Crescenta Valley High School has many activities that help students take action and help the community, one of which is the Good Neighbor Initiative, a project in which Crescenta Valley High School students clean the La Crescenta neighborhood during lunch and after school. Many clubs take part in this program, including the National Honors Society,…
A Visit to Tanaka Farms
A pumpkin patch is definitely a must-visit place in the fall. For the first time, I had the opportunity to visit one at Tanaka Farms, located in Irvine, California. The Tanaka Farms Pumpkin Patch has been a favorite spot for children and adults for almost 20 years. With an admission of $4, it offers a…
[Editors Column] The Mental Health Awareness Club: Breaking the Silence on Campus
The percentage of high school students reporting to have experienced symptoms of mental illnesses is shockingly high. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, almost one in three high school students report feeling so sad or hopeless that they stopped doing usual activities due to their intense emotions. Although the tangible evidence fully…
Red Ribbon Week at Crescenta Valley High School
Red ribbon week is an alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use and violence prevention awareness campaign that takes place every October. This year, the movement was from October 21st to October 31st, and the National theme of 2019 was “Send a Message, Stay Drug-Free”. The idea was that by promoting your drug free lifestyle you…