
There may be shorter school days ahead
Students have until Friday, Dec. 17 to vote whether to eliminate BIC or maintain the current schedule for next semester.

Who is LAUSD’s new superintendent?
Alberto Carvalho, who has been Miami-Dade County Public Schools superintendent since 2008 and received national recognition for his leadership, will be the next superintendent of LAUSD.

LAUSD may push back deadline for student covid vaccinations to fall 2022
The Board of Education will vote Tuesday whether to delay the vaccine mandate deadline until the Fall 2022 semester.

Students stay at home amid arson threat made by Instagram Account
Hallways were uncharacteristically quiet as many students did not attend school due to a threat made over Instagram by a private account "vnhs_burnn" warning individuals to “Stay tuned on friday [sic].”

A step toward menstrual equity
New law passed by Governor Gavin Newsom requires all public California middle schools, high schools and universities provide free menstrual products in bathrooms starting next school year.

VOLLEYBALL | The team sends off the seniors with a victory in their final home game
The seven seniors are congratulated by the team with a variety of gifts

School administers SAT and PSAT/NMSQT
Students came to school with their No. 2 pencils, IDs and calculators to take the SAT or PSAT.

The Homecoming Dance is still happening … just not yet
Students received new updates and answers to their burning questions regarding the indefinite Homecoming dance postponement during a meeting at lunch on Monday organized by ASB advisor Mr. Ferrin.

Covid concerns cause Homecoming Dance to be postponed
An increase in covid-19 cases among students has resulted in the anticipated Homecoming dance to be indefinitely postponed, eliciting disappointment from individuals expecting to attend the event.

Spirited with pride: Students participate in Spirit Week
Students wore themed outfits for the week leading up to the Homecoming football game and parade and — now postponed — dance.

California becomes the first state to require covid-19 vaccinations for students
All California students ages 12 to 17 will be required to get the covid-19 vaccine beginning next semester or the following school year as stated by Governor Newsom following FDA approval.