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The Student News Site of Van Nuys High School

The Mirror

The Student News Site of Van Nuys High School

The Mirror

Scorching wildfires ravage Los Angeles neighborhoods as relentless winds spread flames, leaving destruction and chaos in their wake.

Destructive LA wildfires continue to grow under strong winds

By Skylie Molina, Staff Writer Jan 10, 2025
Los Angeles County is battling multiple wildfires fueled by powerful winds, leading to widespread evacuations and school closures as firefighters work tirelessly to contain the destruction.
Chris Gomez, a standout athlete at Van Nuys High, embraces the challenges and rewards of playing varsity football, finding strength and purpose on and off the field.

Gomez tackles challenges and finds solace in football

By Natalie Herrera, Staff Writer Jan 8, 2025
Christopher Gomez, a Van Nuys High School athlete, finds confidence and resilience in football, overcoming initial fears and embracing the sport's challenges and camaraderie.
 PRO CHOICE OR NO CHOICE  Teachers and students express their positions on abortion, and the reasons for their stance.

Abortion rights clash amid changing laws and presidential race

By Mia Ramirez, Spanish Editor Jan 3, 2025
As the U.S. grapples with varied state abortion laws, telehealth options emerge, highlighting the ongoing debate over reproductive rights and influencing the 2024 presidential election.
 STUCK BEHIND THE BLEACHERS  Cheerleaders often struggle to find a place as professional sport, often perceived as nothing more than a sport for high school students.

Cheerleaders push for Olympic recognition amid global sports stage

By Isabel Valles, Athletics Editor Jan 2, 2025
Cheerleading athletes seek Olympic recognition, highlighting the sport's rigorous physical demands and competition, while facing challenges in scoring complexity and international popularity.
 MORE THAN HIS VOICE  Sophomore Tucker Chandler has been working in the professional voice acting field over half his life, voicing dozens of cartoon characters

Voice actor Tucker Chandler brings cartoon characters to life

By Addison Cudd, Arts and Entertainment Editor Jan 2, 2025
Tucker Chandler, known for voicing Pandy Paws in "Gabby's Dollhouse," shares insights from his early start in voice acting and the dedication required to succeed.
 DIVING INTO DIGITAL NEWS  In our world of seemingly endless digital advancements, the necessity of a physical newspaper comes into question.

Digital news eclipses print as Americans embrace online updates

By Abigail Kim, Staff Writer Jan 2, 2025
With digital news on the rise, print newspapers face declining readership and environmental concerns, urging a shift towards more sustainable and accessible media formats.
 HIDDEN BETWEEN THE LINES  Graphic sexual content has infiltrated the YA genre for years, but only now are parents and psychologists starting to worry about the contents affects on the children reading it.

Rise of explicit content in YA books sparks parental concern

By Olamide Olumide, Editor-in-Chief Dec 29, 2024
The rise of explicit content in young adult literature, fueled by social media trends, prompts discussions about its impact on teen readers and publishing standards.
 PASSION POWER  Civic Stars is a program with a mission to educate youth in California. To students like Dwayne Famina and Quinn Hutchison, such passion projects are vehicles for creating meaningful change.

Civic Stars educates California’s youth in government and politics

By Madison Thacker, Editor-in-Chief Dec 29, 2024
Civic Stars is a student-led initiative teaching California's youth about government through interactive workshops, emphasizing engagement over traditional lectures.
 CREATION VS CREATOR  Finding the balance between science and religion, while complex, is more simple that most people believe.

Rethinking the divide between faith and science

By Abigail Kim, Staff Writer Dec 23, 2024
The perceived conflict between science and Christianity is often overstated. Historical ties show they can complement each other, enriching both scientific inquiry and spiritual understanding.
 FALLING BEHIND  Seniors who failed to complete the service learning project find themselves unable to graduate.

Volunteer hour requirement surprises juniors

By Isaura Garcia, Staff Writer Dec 23, 2024
Eleventh graders in LAUSD must complete service learning hours, a requirement often overlooked until the second semester, adding stress to their already demanding academic year.
 NO WAY HOME   Animals suffer to find homes due to the effects of covid causing an influx of animals in shelters.

LA County shelters struggle with overcrowded conditions

By Leon Weiss, Staff Writer Dec 23, 2024
A County animal shelters face overcrowding, compounded by heat and disease risks, as COVID-19 adoption trends and irresponsible breeding strain resources.
 DON'T MESS WITH THE WOLF While Van Nuys isn't known for having a single rival, battles against Kennedy and Canoga Park High School are often filled with the most competition.

Van Nuys athletes compete against historic foes

By Adamaris Chevez, Staff Writer Dec 20, 2024
Van Nuys High School's sports teams navigate rivalries, with Kennedy standing out as a major opponent. Athletes are driven by personal motivations and historical competition.
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