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Three fun things to do this weekend to take your mind off of school

Three fun things to do this weekend to take your mind off of school

From thrilling basketball games to a classical symphony concert, there’s plenty to do that will allow you to de-stress this weekend.
By Roxana Vasquez, Staff Feb 23, 2024
From thrilling basketball games to a classical symphony concert, there’s plenty to do that will allow you to de-stress this weekend.
Looking down at the row of performers, the cast looks to there sheet music to follow along with Mr. Wilsons directions.

Five, six, seven, eight: “Sweeney Todd” week six

In a week filled with tedious and slow-moving cleanings of scenes and songs, the cast of "Sweeney Todd" was given the chance to stop and catch their breath before running the dances again.
By Madison Thacker, Arts/Entertainment Editor Feb 22, 2024
In a week filled with tedious and slow-moving cleanings of scenes and songs, the cast of "Sweeney Todd" was given the chance to stop and catch their breath before running the dances again.
Taking place on Feb. 9, the Love Songs Showcase featured a number of ballads about love and romance.

Love is in the air at the Love Songs Showcase

During the romantic season, students from the Choir Program performed solo pieces, adding onto the sweet, heartwarming feel of Valentine’s Day.
By Lilit Aprahamian, Marketing Manager Feb 21, 2024
During the romantic season, students from the Choir Program performed solo pieces, adding onto the sweet, heartwarming feel of Valentine’s Day.
In dramatic flair, freshman Oliver Barrett (red) looks to his script in confirmation of his lines during the fast paced song.

We’ve reached the halfway mark: “Sweeney Todd” week five

In a week filled with run-throughs and staging, the cast of "Sweeney Todd" is rapidly heading towards showtime, with only five weeks left to go.
By Madison Thacker, Arts/Entertainment Editor Feb 13, 2024
In a week filled with run-throughs and staging, the cast of "Sweeney Todd" is rapidly heading towards showtime, with only five weeks left to go.
Three things to do to get into the Lunar New Year spirit this weekend

Three things to do to get into the Lunar New Year spirit this weekend

From visiting museums to shopping at malls, there is no shortage of activities you can do to kick off the Year of the Dragon over the next couple days.
By Mia Rodriguez, Staff Feb 9, 2024
From visiting museums to shopping at malls, there is no shortage of activities you can do to kick off the Year of the Dragon over the next couple days.
Mr. Justin Baldridge shows Ellie Steinberg how to perfect a scene, as they both throw their arms up.

The race to catch up: “Sweeney Todd” week four

In a week cut short due to a spike in covid-19 cases, the cast and crew of "Sweeney Todd" worked hard to catch up on their missed time.
By Madison Thacker, Arts/Entertainment Editor Feb 6, 2024
In a week cut short due to a spike in covid-19 cases, the cast and crew of "Sweeney Todd" worked hard to catch up on their missed time.
A quick look at the 2024 Grammys

A quick look at the 2024 Grammys

By Max Sandoval, Staff Feb 6, 2024
The most memorable moments, looks and performances from this past Sunday's awards show.

“Percy Jackson and the Olympians:” A dam good adaptation

Disney+’s adaptation of the acclaimed series redeems previous book adaptations with a beautiful, more accurate series, but also makes interesting changes of its own.
By Adrianna Bean, Staff Feb 5, 2024
Disney+’s adaptation of the acclaimed series redeems previous book adaptations with a beautiful, more accurate series, but also makes interesting changes of its own.
The Getaway List by Emma Lord explores the friends-to-lovers relationship between Tom and Riley, two kids who put together a getaway list of things to do and see in New York together with their other friends.

YA romance author Emma Lord does it again with “The Getaway List”

The latest book from YA romance author Emma Lord focuses on the sweet relationship between two teens in New York the summer after they graduate high school.
By Max Sandoval, Staff Feb 2, 2024
The latest book from YA Romance author Emma Lord focuses on the sweet relationship between two teens in New York the summer after they graduate high school.
Three fun things to do this weekend to kick off February

Three fun things to do this weekend to kick off February

From comforting movie marathons at home to nature hikes throughout the gorgeous valley, there are plenty of things to do this weekend to start the second (and shortest) month of the year.
By Natalia Navarro, Staff Feb 2, 2024
From comforting movie marathons at home to nature hikes throughout the gorgeous valley, there are plenty of things to do this weekend to start the second (and shortest) month of the year.
An ethereal garden of “Orquídeas” blooms in Kali Uchis’s new album

An ethereal garden of “Orquídeas” blooms in Kali Uchis’s new album

The release of Uchis’s fourth studio album leaves fans wanting to listen to it on repeat until the end of time.
By Roxana Vasquez, Staff Feb 2, 2024
The release of Uchis’s fourth studio album leaves fans wanting to listen to it on repeat until the end of time.
Mr. Baldridge setting up the classroom with different students and props to help the cast transition into the auditorium stage.

Back to the basics: “Sweeney Todd” week three

In this week of rehearsals for the spring musical “Sweeney Todd,” the cast was visited by a special guest before the staging of the show began.
By Madison Thacker, Arts/Entertainment Editor Jan 30, 2024
In this week of rehearsals for the spring musical “Sweeney Todd,” the cast was visited by a special guest before the staging of the show began.
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