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…
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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…
The Tragedie of Macbeth: A Field Trip
On October 15, 2019, the North Hollywood HGM (Highly Gifted Magnet) freshman class went on a field trip to Shakespeare’s The Tragedie of Macbeth: An Immersive Experience! The interactive experience was hosted by The Shakespeare Center of Los Angeles (SCLA). The event was practically a haunted house, as students walked through different scenes of the…
Meeting with Master Instructor of the Korean Arts, Myoseon Kim
Myoseon Kim has been the president of the Southern California branch of the Ubong Imakabang Dance Preservation Association, sujuija (or disciple) of the late Maebang Lee, Master Instructor of the classical dance seungmu, and is currently the head priestess of Dainichiji Temple in Tokushima, Japan, a historical and famous pilgrimage site for Buddhists. As the…
Valencia High School Choir Performs at Gilchrist Farm
On each T-shirt of the Valencia High School, VHS, choir members are the words “Inspire, Uplift, and Cultivate Community.” VHS’s choir never turns down an opportunity to help out others, no matter what their background is. On Saturday, October 19th, the VHS choir performed at Gilchrist farm, located in Santa Clarita, and held a bake…
Hwarang Youth Festival Helps to Create Lifelong Friendships
On October 12, 2019, the Korean-American volunteer organization, Hwarang Youth Foundation, organized the Hwarang Youth Festival. This was done to celebrate the LA City Council establishing May 5th, Children’s Day in Korea, as “Hwarang Youth Day.” “Hwarang Day” was also celebrated, which was recognized by the California State Senate and the House of Representatives on…