Summer break was coming to an end, and during my final week, close friends were coming over from Boston. We spent lots of time together visiting SeaWorld San Diego, UCSD and many other places in San Diego. The most memorable place we visited, however, was the La Jolla beach, which includes a very blue ocean,…
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The Stories of Thrifted Clothing
One of my favorite pastimes, since school has started, has been going to the thrift store. Fortunately for me, the Hope of the Valley Thrift Store is located within walking distance from my school. Since the beginning of my sophomore year, I have visited Hope of the Valley everyday after school. From wedding dresses to…
The Korean Corndog Craze
Something I‘ve noticed a lot lately is the sudden craze for Korean corn dogs. They seem to have appeared out of nowhere. Everywhere I go, there is a new Korean corn dog shop,or stores have added Korean corn dogs to their menus. There’s even a Korean corn dog shop near my school that is opening…
CCHS Establishes a Strong COVID-19 Safety Culture in Return to In-Person School
Culver City High School’s, CCHS, return to in-person learning was marked by a sense of students’ appreciation for the real-life privileges of school, such as extracurriculars, school sports, and even something as simple as talking to friends. However, despite some of the anticipation of in-person school, there were also obviously COVID-19 concerns and risks of…
Sociology: A Much Needed Course for Modern High School Students
Have you ever wondered what exactly the Critical Race Theory is? What is the complex field of study referred to as “sociology”? Oftentimes, high school students will have a hard time answering these questions. The core subjects at school, English, math, science, and history, do little to teach young students about our current society and…
Who is Behind All of the School Events?
High schools are run by many people, with student leadership and government being very important, since students know what students need the most. At Sunset High School, you can see lots of posters that include information about blood drives, mental health, clubs, and other school events. So, who makes those and why? Sunset High School…
The Hidden Gems of Maui
Without argument, Hawaii is a destination of relaxation and tropical goodness that most people, if not everyone, would want to visit at some time in their life. The island of Maui, in particular, has an ongoing list of hidden gems that encompass countless stunning views, delicious foods, and memorable activities. At first arrival, an eatery…
Students need to sleep!
One thing anyone, without a doubt, can agree on is that sleep is important. Especially more so for students. Not getting enough sleep at night can affect your entire day and having a bad sleep schedule can be a big problem. To prevent this, a healthy sleep schedule is necessary. Now, you may be wondering,…
[EDITORS COLUMN] NHHS UCLA Blood Drive
Donating blood may be a foreign experience to many students, especially due to our young age. Because blood drives typically require people who are at least 17 years old, donations to the general blood supply may prove insufficient. Thus, North Hollywood High School hosted its annual UCLA Blood Drive, aimed at students. However, this time,…
Why It’s Important To Get “In” At Your School
The high school experience is one of the most influential and memorable parts of life, including opportunities to connect with new people and explore new communities while still in a learning setting, are some of the most influential and memorable parts of high school. During the two years of the global pandemic, there were little…