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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

Set the right ambience of the night with some LED candles inside of decorations or pumpkins.

Frightful festivities: Laugh or scream?

The sinister season has finally arrived. If trick-or-treating sounds old, here are four activities to occupy Oct. 31. Two of them are for the more daring at heart, hoping for a good scare this Halloween, and two more activites are fun adventures for everyone to try.
By Angelica Venturina, Print Editor-in-Chief Oct 28, 2021
To celebrate the holiday, there is something special for everyone to participate in. Laugh or get spooked with your friends this Sunday, the choice is yours.
Drippy: The first rainstorm of the season caused drainage problems, deep puddles, and lots of mud which wouldve made for a miserable event

Washed out: Senior Kickoff has been pushed to next week

The widely anticipated Senior Kickoff, will be kicked back by a week as the first rainstorm of the season hits L.A. Large puddles, heavy rain, lots of mud, and drainage problems would have made it miserable for seniors to attend.
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.” 
Editor-in-Chief Ani Tutunjyan poses with the Pacemaker award won during the previous year.

The Mirror hopes to become repeat champions of the prestigious Pacemaker award

The print newspaper must compete with 65 other schools to become one of the top 28 best newspapers, according to the NSPA.
By Nathan Han, Online Editor-in-Chief Oct 22, 2021
Judging for this award is based on everything from writing, editing to design and photography. The award this year will recognize high-quality journalism during a pandemic.
Print Editor-in-Chief Ani Tutunjyan and Layout Editor Antony Nepeyvoda show off their awarding-winning newspaper.

Another win: The Mirror named Best High School Newspaper by LA Press Club

The Mirror won two first place awards during the 63rd annual SoCal Journalism Awards hosted by the Los Angeles Press Club.
By Shaan Bhatia, Online Editor-in-Chief Oct 19, 2021

The Mirror has been named the top high school newspaper by the Los Angeles Press Club (LAPC) during its annual SoCal Journalism Awards on Saturday, receiving first place in the Best High School Newspaper...

Seniors wait in line in front of the big gym to take their SAT.

School administers SAT and PSAT/NMSQT

Students came to school with their No. 2 pencils, IDs and calculators to take the SAT or PSAT.
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.
“They are postponing it, not canceling it,” Ferrin said, emphasizing the prospect of the dance taking place at a later point in time.

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.
By Angelica Venturina, Print Editor-in-Chief Oct 4, 2021
ASB advisor answers burning questions about the recent Homecoming Dance postponement.
ASB members take down the decorative lights following the postponement announcement after spending the day setting up for the Homecoming dance.

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.
By Angelina Gevorgyan and Angelica Venturina Oct 1, 2021
Students upset after the dance is cancelled at the last-minute due to positive covid cases.
Senior Heidy Rosales-Castillo closes her eyes as she gets her first dose of the covid-19 vaccine on Wednesday, Sept. 29.

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.
By Emma Salehi, Staff Writer Oct 1, 2021
Governor Gavin Newsom announces that all students ages 12 to 17 must receive the covid vaccine by next semester.
Devilish! An anonymous individual removed a soap dispenser from one of the school’s bathrooms and positioned it on a tree stump in plain view of students.

Vandalistic Tik Tok movement targets schools

Youth have begun engaging in mischievous theft and debasement in hopes of gaining attention on social media.
By Allison Antonio, News/Features Editor Oct 1, 2021
The viral TikTok trend identified as “Devious Licks” is rapidly spreading throughout California's schools, eliciting negative responses from students and staff.
BEFORE:  Vandalism observed before the start of the first period.

Gang-related vandalism spotted on campus

With the measure of vandalism on campus heightening, faculty grapple with the rectification of vexatious acts and vie to implement a positive progressive inclination among students for the purpose of preventing further debasement.
By Angelina Gevorgyan, Executive Editor Sep 27, 2021
This observed defacement consisted of undecipherable lettering and has been confirmed to have included gang related taggings that marked one of the local gangs situated in the area.
For the 2019 homecoming, the flowers and the lights represented the Day of the Dead theme. This years theme will   be casino night.

A night to remember: Annual Homecoming event approaching

The ASB program’s annual Homecoming event is being held on Saturday, Oct. 2, with tons of entertainment, snacks, and fun activities in store for students.
By Angelica Venturina, Print Editor-in-Chief Sep 21, 2021
Although an unconventional year, ASB is working to include various activities for students to engage in during the fall event.
An opportunity for all: LAVC College Fest draws near

An opportunity for all: LAVC College Fest draws near

LAVC will host its annual College Fest on Saturday, Sept. 18 for students of all grade levels to learn more about the college application process.
By Angelica Venturina, Print Editor-in-Chief Sep 14, 2021
LAVC is hosting its annual College Fest on Saturday, Sept. 18 for students of all grade levels.
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