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CASTING VOTES FOR CASH: GIS board members Khushi Gowda ‘26, Ayushi Khattar ‘26, Linsey Niebolt ‘25, Plara Paik ‘25 and Ava Sharifi ‘25 conduct a vote to approve financing GIS’s April activities for elementary schoolers. The motion was approved unanimously, and GIS began planning for the April lesson about the olfactory system.

Girls in STEM sprouts confidence for young women

Chenya Kwon, A&E Editor and Featured Columnist March 21, 2025

On March 9, dozens of WHS students gathered in a crowded classroom, clamoring at first but coming to quiet as club president Linsey Niebolt ‘25 called the room to order at the start of lunch as she...

A letter to all the student athletes

A letter to all the student athletes

Monaye Ramessar, Staff Writer March 13, 2025

The path to becoming a college athlete can be daunting. Fear and doubt may be present but the mentality of an athlete can carry a long way on and off the field. Many high school student–athletes...

Rae Sirota-Foster '25 enjoys the Rose Bowl Flea Market by browsing through the vibrant signs for sale. She bought a vintage "Hollywood Boulevard" sign.

Spring activities to refresh routines

Noelani Dacascos, Staff Writer March 7, 2025

As the days grow longer and the air fills with the scent of blooming flowers, spring invites people to step outside and embrace the new season. Whether it's going on hikes, heading to the beach or simply...

Future Educator’s Pathway grows more each year

Future Educator’s Pathway grows more each year

Savannah Gifford, Graphics Editor February 20, 2025

The classroom is lit from the ceiling in bright white light, but the warm glow from the window still manages to make the space feel playful. A large, multicolored rug dominates the middle of the space,...

Car culture accelerates to popularity

Car culture accelerates to popularity

Fin Rios, Staff Writer February 10, 2025

Social media has greatly contributed to the popularity of the automotive industry through its combination of unique videography clips paired with easily recognizable music.  Although cars were designed...

HIDDEN LIGHTS: On a clear night in an urban neighborhood, a few constellations can be seen poking out of the night sky. But venturing farther from large cities, without the haze of artificial light, a tapestry of thousands of stars reveal themselves.

Light pollution continues to be a threat

Lanza Peretti, Staff Writer December 16, 2024

Imagine staring up at the sky on a clear night, uncontaminated by the persistent glow of city lights. The stars stretch endlessly across the dark sky. This was once our world, an untouched view of the...

COMMUNITY FOR INCLUSIVITY: JSU hosts a lunch time activity for people to play games and learn more about Jewish culture.

WHS students combat harassment with inclusivity week

Noelani Dacascos, Staff Writer December 12, 2024

Thirteen million students get bullied each year according to mbfpreventationeducation.org. Bullying is a terrible part of society, but students at WHS take a stand to make things better. Students helped...

LOOKING IT UP: Taylor Swanson ‘25, Lauren Sommers ‘25 and Sophia Rabe ‘25 are all utilizing their devices to complete their assignments.

Phone usage in schools is addressed with new Phone-Free School Act with potential mental health effects

Monaye Ramessar, Social Media Manager December 2, 2024

CA Governor Gavin Newsom signed the Phone-Free School Act requiring California districts to pass rules to limit or ban students from using cell phones on campus or while under supervision of school staff.  1,000...

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Liam Payne at a concert in 2014. At this time, he was still a member of One Direction.

Remembering Liam Payne

Scarlett Brisbin, Photo Editor October 31, 2024

A loud stadium of loyal fans surrounded one of the most famous bands of all time, One Direction, yet this fame for a particular member turned into a silent end in a hotel.  Liam Payne, most notable...

The History of Halloween

The History of Halloween

Devon Valance, Opinion Editor October 31, 2024

Pumpkins sit on porches, cotton spider webs hang in doorways, plastic tombstones cover the lawn and orange lights adorn roofs. As Halloween creeps closer, one could be surprised to learn that it is not...

POWER OF NOSTALGIA: The lighting of the Seasonal Adventures pumpkin patch transforms the atmosphere to emphasize the comfort factor.

Review: Picking the best pumpkin patch

Kay Martin, News Editor October 25, 2024

Twinkling lights, a slight smell of hay and the sound of children laughing around pumpkins of all shapes and sizes – these distant memories of pumpkin patches are what add to the nostalgic charm when...

RAISING THE REINS: Patty Akkad and Sue Sally Hale preparing for a polo match at their polo cub. (PHOTO COURTESY OF RIMA AKKAD)

Polo is for everyone

Fin Rios, Staff Writer October 22, 2024

Polo is mostly depicted in the media as being strictly for rich people, specifically rich men. However, polo is a sport for everyone, not just the rich or men. Sunset “Sunny” Hale was the best female...

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