Absolute Discretion Hilaria Benavidez (8) “…It’s the trees, it’s the ground, it’s the rocks, it’s the moon, it’s everything. If God and the Devil were playing football, Manon would be the stadium that they played on. It would be the sun that shone down on them.” -The Craft Have you ever had those kinds of…Continue Reading Cults & Secret Societies
Spooky Creatures Gia Lopez (8) Ghosts have amazed humans for centuries, appearing in movies, tv shows, and even books. Some people might get scared at the thought of ghosts but others may be fascinated or intrigued by the thought of them. So what are ghosts really? And what happens when people stumble upon them? Let’s…Continue Reading Spooky Creatures
Halloween Traditions Emma Delgado (8) It’s October thirty first, the skies are filled with gray clouds and the bright, yellow moon is peeking through, the streets light up with the sound of laughter and fear of the kids going trick or treating. The night could almost be viewed as perfect, but you’re stuck inside, bored,…Continue Reading Halloween Traditions
What’s Wrong With You? By: Hilaria Benavidez (8) Adolescence Is a universal struggle, and it’s a quite humbling experience for every unfortunate one of us that goes through it. Many may wonder, “Is it just my hormones?” And in retrospect, “Was it only the transitions that made those times so complicated?” Many know that’s not…Continue Reading What’s Wrong With You?
Suicide Prevention Month By: Ariana Rodriguez (8) Did you know that suicide is the 3rd leading cause of death among 15-29 year olds? Suicide rates increased 37% between 2000-2018 and decreased 5% between 2018-2020, but however, rates returned to their peak in 2022. More than 700,000 people in 2024 have taken their lives. September is…Continue Reading Suicide Prevention Month
Hello Fall By: Olivia Fernandez (8) As the chilly air starts to settle in and the leaves start to change color, that can only mean one thing.. Fall is here! The fall equinox has arrived and now things start to change, and I’m not just talking about the leaves! The weather starts to turn cooler…Continue Reading Feeling All the Fall
#FunFeatureFriday- Self Published Author- Muhammad Julius Smith (8) 8th Grader, Muhammad, self published his first book this year! I think it’s safe to say that he enjoys writing. Muhammad’s book Just Rewind, is about a boy, Denver, who travels back to save his friend’s mom. However, with time travel, there are always consequences and Denver…Continue Reading #FunFeatureFriday- Muhammad
Dominic Delgado- Teen of Impact Julius Smith (7) Dom, one of our 7th graders, started fundraising the entire month of February for the American Heart Association. He started participating in this fundraiser because he has a cousin with heart issues. Being close to his cousin, he wanted to help in some way, so he signed…Continue Reading #FunFeatureFriday- Dominic Delgado
Boxing Champion- Jaden Vasquez Julius Smith (7) Jaden has been boxing for 7 years. That means that he has been boxing since he was 6 years old. Can you imagine? 6 year old boxing? The main reason he began boxing is for self defense, but he continued it because he wants to be great. He’s…Continue Reading #FunFeatureFriday- Jaden Vasquez
#FunFeatureFriday- Sophia Julius Smith (7) This week’s #FunFeatureFriday is Sophia Peralez. For the past 9 years, Sophia has been an avid softball player for the Angels in the Northwest Little League. “I started out of boredom,” needing something to do. She has played 1st, 2nd, and 3rd base, but her main position is short stop….Continue Reading #FunFeatureFriday- Sophia