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…
The Importance of Maintaining Korean Culture in Younger Generations
Second Generation Korean Americans are without a doubt very Americanized by the way that they have almost forgotten about their Korean identities. Although this is subjective to the type of friends that one might surround themselves with, most of my Korean friends are unable to speak Korean fluently, or have very noticeable “American” accents. I…
The Absence of Civic Learning in Students’ Education
Civics and politics have always been excluded from our edification, despite America’s efforts to epitomize democracy to the world. Yet politics are always the conversation of news and debate in America, so why is this not taught as a class? In order for today’s younger generation to become active citizens, it is crucial that…
[Editors Column] Culver City High School’s Surprisingly Popular Sport
“I don’t know why I do it,” he says. The runner glances at me, and then shrugs, palms upturned. “Endorphins, maybe?” He turns and puts a hand on his chin, thinking. The question’s a difficult one to answer – why would a teenager who is preoccupied with juggling all the typical stressors of high school,…
Mountain Avenue Elementary School Halloween Carnival
Mountain Avenue Elementary School held their annual Halloween carnival last week, and it was fun for everyone, not just the students. It was held on October 24, 2019, a Thursday, from 4:30-7:30, and many people attended, not just the school’s students. The first aspect of the carnival is the food. The Korean Mother’s Group associated…