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The Student News Site of Van Nuys High School

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The Student News Site of Van Nuys High School

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Pope Leo XIV becomes first American pope after historic conclave

Pope Leo XIV becomes first American pope after historic conclave

By Alyson Cerna, News and Features Editor • May 13, 2025
Pope Leo XIV, born Robert Prevost in Chicago, becomes the first American pope after a historic conclave. His election marks a significant moment in Vatican history.
Van Nuys High School students receive Yondr pouches in a district-wide effort to reduce classroom distractions.

LAUSD enforces cell phone ban with Yondr pouch distribution

By Alyson Cerna, News and Features Editor • Feb 27, 2025
The Los Angeles Unified School District has rolled out a phone ban using Yondr pouches, aiming to limit classroom distractions. Students and teachers are adapting to the new regulations.
Footage of debris being removed from the Potomac River, as efforts are made to recover bodies from the fatal passenger plane and army helicopter crash.

Tragic air collision claims 67 lives in Washington, D.C.

By Argem Alipio, Staff Writer • Feb 4, 2025
A mid-air collision over Washington, D.C., results in 67 fatalities as investigators seek answers. The crash revives memories of a previous tragedy in the Potomac River.
Just in case you missed it: A political timeline

Just in case you missed it: A political timeline

By Madison Thacker, Editor-in-Chief • Nov 5, 2024
A rundown on the recent political events leading up to the 2024 presidential election.
Dance Company, Cheer, Band, Flag Football and Tackle Football seniors were given the chance to run through a spirit tunnel, put on by the cheer team.

Honoring our seniors: Nov. 1 pep rally

By Elizabeth Escobar, Staff Writer • Nov 1, 2024
The school gathered to celebrate seniors across campus for this month's student pep rally, hosted by ASB.
Survivor island showdown: Seniors crowned Spirit Week champions after epic showdown

Survivor island showdown: Seniors crowned Spirit Week champions after epic showdown

By Elizabeth Escobar, Staff Writer • Oct 19, 2024
What happened at the pep rally of the school’s most extraordinary Spirit Week yet.
Homecoming royalty candidates: Meet your contenders

Homecoming royalty candidates: Meet your contenders

By Alyson Cerna and Isaura Garcia • Oct 19, 2024
Homecoming is this Saturday and here are a few of this year’s candidates for your homecoming royalty.
(L-R) Seniors Jeremy Rivas, Hudson Mirsky, and Elijah Loox get into school spirit as they strike a disco pose.

ASB adds a twist to this year’s homecoming spirit week

By Elizabeth Escobar, Staff Writer • Oct 18, 2024
Hear what went on with the planning and promoting of Van Nuys’ most exciting Spirit Week yet.
The resurgence of the Covid-19 virus caused panic among Californian residents, but scientists assure citizens not to worry.

Covid-19’s possible comeback

By Olamide Olumide, Editor-in-Chief • Sep 13, 2023
The recent resurgence of Covid-19 makes Californians wonder if dropping all Covid-19 precautions was a smart move.
The drive will accept all cans to donate to families on the Thanksgiving holiday.

Take Action Campaign hosts canned food drive to give thanks on campus

By Angelica Venturina, Print Editor-in-Chief • Nov 19, 2021
Students have a chance to enter the T.A.C. food drive for a chance to win a free turkey voucher.
Drippy: The first rainstorm of the season caused drainage problems, deep puddles, and lots of mud which would've made for a miserable event

Washed out: Senior Kickoff has been pushed to next week

By Emma Salehi, Staff Writer • Oct 26, 2021
“Although it isn't going to be raining [on the original day of Senior Kickoff], the field will most likely be wet and we wanted to ensure the best conditions for this event.” 
Seniors wait in line in front of the big gym to take their SAT.

School administers SAT and PSAT/NMSQT

By Ani Tutunjyan, Executive Editor & Print Editor-in-Chief • Oct 13, 2021
Students came to school with their No. 2 pencils, IDs and calculators to take the SAT or PSAT.
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