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Pan developed his passion for photography from a young age, and grew up taking photos of the city of Shanghai, China.

Sophomore Peter Pan Keeps His Eye in the Sky

Jordan Lee, Front Page Editor | November 9, 2018

While most high school teens spend their Friday nights hanging out with friends, sleeping or playing video games, sophomore Peter Pan flies high in the sky, taking stunning photographs from above. Pan...

Based on past student feedback, there have been many changes made to the portfolio to accommodate everyone.

Changing Perspectives

Maya Sabbaghian, Opinion Editor | November 9, 2018

Students in all grade levels will be crafting their individual portfolios throughout the year in their advisements. The portfolios are a schoolwide project in which students are given the opportunity to...

The young dancers learned a routine for their performance in the winter concert on Dec. 7-8.

Junior Bulldogs Dance Their Way Into The Spotlight

Ava Caleca, Social Media Specialist | November 9, 2018

Twenty-four developing dancers participated in the first Bulldog Dance Clinic, which took place on Nov. 3 in the dance studio. Visual and performing arts department chair and physical education teacher...

Americans between ages 18 and 29 have consistently had the lowest voting turnout rates.

Why Are Young People Not Voting?

Jenny Won, Business Team Member | November 7, 2018

Voters crowded the poll booths yesterday morning to cast votes for their favorite candidates in the U.S. midterm elections. Yet, there seems to be an alarming trend: the vast majority of voters are over...

The new iPad Pro with Apple Pencil allows for it to be both a computer replacement and a more hand-held device.

Apple Upgrades Old Tech and New iPad

William Hsieh, Director of Photography | November 7, 2018

Apple held an event in New York on Oct. 30 unveiling the new Mac mini, Macbook Air and iPad Pro. While Apple had an event just last month for the new iPhone XS, this event showcased major improvements...

Sept. 15 is when five Latin American countries: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua, had gained their independence. Mexico, Chile and Belize follow shortly after, on the 16, 18 and 21.

Hispanic Heroes, Hispanic Heritage

Giselle Villegas, Staff Writer | November 6, 2018

As Dia De Los Muertos just come around, what is far lesser known is the wonderful time leading up to it: Hispanic Heritage Month. What began as just a week-long celebration turned into a month-long festival...

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