The Mirror

ASB hosts the first freshmen event of the year

During Freshmen Funday, students enjoyed an afternoon with friends over food and games, plus opportunities for clubs and extracurricular activities.

By Isabella Thomas, Staff Photographer • Nov 22, 2021

For their first high-school event of the semester, freshmen enjoyed an afternoon with friends over food and games, plus opportunities for clubs and extracurricular activities.

Covid vaccinations required for in-person learning next semester

Vaccines are mandatory! Students planning on returning to campus after winter break must be fully vaccinated by Jan. 10, 2022, in accordance to district guidelines.

By Shaan Bhatia, Online Editor-in-Chief • Nov 19, 2021

"Students 12 years or older must receive both shots of the Pfizer vaccine. For those 18 or older, alternative vaccines offered by Johnson & Johnson (which only requires one shot) and Moderna (which requires two shots) are also acceptable. "

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

T.A.C. will collaborate with ASB to donate canned food to a local shelter.

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.

The Mirror wins second consecutive Pacemaker Award

The print newspaper from last year continues to rack up accolades in various competitions.

By Nathan Han, Online Editor-in-Chief • Nov 17, 2021

The print newspaper continues to rack up accolades among various competitions

Update: Homecoming Dance is now the Winter Formal

What would have been the Homecoming Dance has now turned into a Winter Formal which will take place Saturday, Feb. 5 in the big gym.

By Angelina Gevorgyan, Executive Editor • Nov 11, 2021

Mr. Ferrin expresses confidence in the successful occurrence of this event since it is planned to take place after the LAUSD vaccine mandate.

Congressman congratulates journalism students

Congressman Tony Cárdenas spent his Thursday afternoon with journalism students to honor the program for being named the Best High School Newspaper in Southern California.

By Isabella Thomas and Angelina Gevorgyan • Nov 8, 2021

Congressman Tony Cárdenas sat down with journalism students to commend their award-winning program.

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.

By Angelica Venturina, Print Editor-in-Chief • Nov 7, 2021

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

The Festival of Lights: Everything you should know about Diwali

Diwali is celebrated by a billion people around the world, but remains unknown by many Americans.

By Shaan Bhatia, Online Editor-in-Chief • Nov 5, 2021

"Originally Diwali was celebrated as a harvest festival in India, but today Diwali is celebrated as the Festival of Lights by Hindus all over the world."

Seniors kick off their stress

Let the color wars begin.

By Emma Salehi, Staff Writer • Nov 2, 2021

This will be only the second senior only event this semester so far.

Día de los Muertos: A day honoring dead loved ones

From Nov. 1 to Nov. 2, Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a celebration of life and death. Families welcome back the souls of their deceased relatives for a brief reunion that includes food, drink and celebration.

By Angelica Venturina, Print Editor-in-Chief • Nov 1, 2021

“On the altar itself, we put pictures of our loved ones who have passed, and objects they liked. Once the day arrives, we place food and drink items that they enjoyed since it’s believed that they come to visit us and eat what we leave out for them.”

Important dates revealed for Prom, Grad Night and Graduation

The virtual senior assembly informed parents and students about upcoming events and the important details for graduating next semester.

By Nathan Han, Online Editor-in-Chief • Oct 31, 2021

Senior Board spoke at the meeting to share how they would be raising funds for the class of 2022 to celebrate their events.

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.