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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

From rehearsals to homework, VNHS students work to balance their performing arts careers with social and academic life.

The balancing act of performing arts students at VNHS

By Madison Thacker, Editor-in-Chief Dec 20, 2024
VNHS Performing Arts students balance demanding schedules, late-night rehearsals, and academic challenges, driven by passion and future aspirations in theater and dance.
Suddenly, over 200 students across the music department have been forced to come together, pushing the music department forward.

Getting strung along: Adjusting to changes in the Music Department

By Alyssa Reign Pontines, Staff Writer Dec 18, 2024
Van Nuys High School's music department faces adjustments after Ms. Bellusci's displacement. Students adapt to new teaching methods while maintaining their passion for music.
Top 10 TV Shows of 2024: Highlighting bold narratives

Top 10 TV Shows of 2024: Highlighting bold narratives

By Addison Cudd, Arts and Entertainment Editor Dec 12, 2024
In 2024, streaming trends reveal a demand for rich narratives and diverse characters, as top shows explore themes of power, identity, and societal challenges.

The Real Humans of VNHS – Students on the 2025 LAUSD phone ban

By Aidyn Kinchen and Gianmarco Razuri Dec 12, 2024
Big changes to LAUSD campuses are coming in 2025 with a full ban on cell phones in schools. Host Ocean Threats asks students about their opinions on the ban, and gives small insight about some underlying policies within this new ban.
Junior Summer Chu, accompanied by Dance Company work together to perform the entrance of the White Witch

Narnia’s adventure unfolds through Van Nuys High School dance company performance

By Melissa Ocegueda, Staff Writer Dec 11, 2024
Under the guidance of Diane Hula and Ressa Zagnoli, ten dance classes performed a captivating adaptation of "The Chronicles of Narnia," blending dance, theater, and music into a magical experience.
Pop culture update: Music tensions and team-ups

Pop culture update: Music tensions and team-ups

By Alyssa Pointes Dec 9, 2024
Spotify Wrapped 2024 draws criticism for its reliance on AI and design flaws, while NewJeans announces departure from HYBE, and Kendrick Lamar and SZA plan a joint 2025 tour.
Pop culture update: Meme influence and fan dynamics shift

Pop culture update: Meme influence and fan dynamics shift

By Alyssa Pontines Dec 7, 2024
Internet memes like 'Queen Never Cry' and 'Chill Guy' showcase the diverse humor and creativity of online communities, while the #SwiftieRacism trend reveals deeper fan base conflicts.
Grande and Erivo's chemistry enhances emotional depth of characters

Wicked defies gravity and expectations with record-breaking box office success

By Melissa Ocegueda, Staff Writer Dec 5, 2024
Wicked's film adaptation, featuring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, defies expectations with authentic sets, record-breaking sales, and powerful performances, immersing audiences in The Land of Oz.
Autoshop student demonstrating how to attach a headlight to his peers.

Students gear up for careers in high school automotive program

By Elizabeth Escobar Dec 5, 2024
Van Nuys High School's automotive program empowers students with practical skills, hands-on projects, and diverse internships, preparing them for various career paths in the automotive industry.
The showcase prepares for screening last year's digital media projects, made by students of all levels in the program.

Student filmmakers dazzle at Van Nuys Digital Media event

By Aidyn Kinchen, Associate Online Editor-in-Chief Dec 4, 2024
The fall Digital Media showcase at Van Nuys High School featured student films that entertained and inspired, highlighting the creativity and hard work of young filmmakers.
Liminal spaces offer unsettling yet comforting nostalgia

Young adults find comfort in nostalgic childhood media

By Alyssa Reign Pontines, Staff Writer Dec 4, 2024
Nostalgia for childhood media and aesthetics offers young adults comfort and connection amid life's pressures, as they seek solace in past memories and simpler times.
The groups up for the roles of Pepper and Tanya learn the song "Does Your Mother Know" with Director Mr. Justin Baldridge.

Intense auditions kick off “Mamma Mia!” at Van Nuys High

By Addison Cudd, Arts and Entertainment Editor Dec 3, 2024
With auditions completed, Van Nuys High School gears up for its spring musical, "Mamma Mia!" Set to premiere in March 2025, students showcase impressive talent.
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