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The Cast of ASB 2018-2019: Appointed Position Interviews

The Cast of ASB 2018-2019: Appointed Position Interviews

Junhee Ryu and Aaron Sha | May 29, 2018

ASB advisors, Sarah Dean and Emily Sheridan conducted interviews for next year’s appointed ASB positions throughout the final week of April, with the results released on May 18. Positions available included...

Drama 2 student and sophomore Giselle Villegas practices memorizing her lines from her monologue, which is her final project of the year.

Drama’s Growth and Talent is No Act

Annie Qiao, Co-Editor-in-Chief | May 29, 2018

From comedy to tragedy, the school’s growing combined Drama 1 and 2 class of 42 students explores the beauty and complexity of the theatrical world. “Drama and theater are an artistic avenue of...

 KOD, J. cole’s recent album, uses fast-paced lyricism to deliver philosophical messages.

J. Cole’s KOD: A Lyrical Masterpiece

Nathan Oh and Jacob Kim | May 29, 2018

Last month, J. Cole was the center of attention after releasing his album “KOD,” which shot to the number one spot on the Billboard Artist 100 chart. The album is lyrically impressive as J. Cole depicts...

Spring Top Dog Award recipients: (top row from left): Garrett Lim, Thaha Afridi, Tyler Olsen, Justin Tam, Adrian Valerin, Nolan Nam, Kaveh Wojtowich, Jason Chen, Donia Maymoun,  Jane Kim,Yarden Gilat, Kaelene Siribandan, Tiffany Wu, Logan Dang, Eden Yeh. and Maddie Vo

Recognizing Athletes in a Paw-sitive Way at Spring Top Dog

Priscilla Baek and Helena Hu | May 25, 2018

Staying true to tradition, hundreds of athletes gathered for the spring Top Dog award ceremony on May 17 in the Student Union to reflect on and celebrate the end of another year of athletics. With dinner...

YAT officers in Irvine work hard to organize many different events available to students throughout the school year.

A Chat with YAT

Dylan Vanek, Front and Back Page Editor | May 24, 2018

There are several types of clubs on campus, but none like the Youth Action Team (YAT), which meets every Tuesday at lunch. YAT works to empower the students and give them an easier way to take action and...

Freshman Mahum Khan flourishes her swing flag to the side before starting her drill during winter guard practice.

Practice Makes Perfect: Color Guard Twirls Its Way to a Close

Maryam Shama and Chloe Ma | May 23, 2018

Color guard members place their flags, rifles and sabres down as the school year comes to an end. Throughout the year they showcased their talents during football game halftime shows, at the Irvine Invitational...

Many families decorate their homes for the month of Ramadan. The most popular decorations are lanterns, string lights, crescents and countdowns.

No, Not Even Water: Ramadan, A Month of Self-Control

Maryam Shama, Opinion Editor | May 23, 2018

Sunset on May 15 marked the beginning of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, signaling a month of fasting for Muslims worldwide. Following the lunar calendar, the Islamic calendar has 12 months, Ramadan...

When Status Equals SAT Success

When Status Equals SAT Success

Helena Hu and Dylan Thakarar | May 22, 2018

For many students looking to attend a four-year university or college, taking the Scholastic Aptitude Test, or the SAT, is a part of their checklist to ensure admission into a college of their choice....

Ng's dedication towards pole vaulting has lead her to practice out of school at Mission Viejo to supplement her normal track practice.

Raising the Bar: Natalie Ng

Simrat Singh and Dylan Thakarar | May 21, 2018

Article updated May 21, 2018: Natalie achieved her personal record of 10'0" as the first varsity track member to compete in CIF. She also finished 7th overall in CIF-SS Division 4 Finals and 13th overall...

Spirit and rally commissioner and future vice president Lauren Hwang leads the crowd in a cheer to kick off the rally.

ASB Closes Out School Year with End-of-Year Rally

Helena Hu and Julia Kim | May 18, 2018

“Who’s the best? PHS!” was the cheer heard around the gym on May 11 as ASB, decked out in beach-themed outfits, buzzed with excitement as they welcomed students to the last pep rally to wrap up the...

Sophomore Gabi Taylor prepares for her leg of the 200 medley relay by waiting on the diving board.

Making History: Swim Waves Hello to the First Year of CIF

Julia Kim, A&E Editor and Co-Business Manager | May 18, 2018

Leaving school at 5 a.m., girls’ swim competed in Division 1 preliminaries at the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) at Riverside Aquatics Center on May 10. Sophomores Gabi Taylor and Haley...

Trevor Dolce plays the marimba, snare drum, and the timpani, the three main percussion instruments as they all represent different skills required to be a percussionists. The marimba requires melodic sensibility, the snare drum rhythm, and the timpani a balancing act between the two.

From Boxes to Bach: Trevor Dolce

Farhad Taraporevala and Junhee Ryu | May 17, 2018

From the beautiful melodies of the marimba to the crisp snare drum beats, percussion coach Trevor Dolce’s performance on May 10 highlighted his skills in a percussion concert performed in the theatre....

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