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The Mirror

HERSTORY: Biddy Mason’s Los Angeles legacy

Born enslaved in Georgia in 1856, Bridget "Biddy" Mason was the first African-American woman to own property in Los Angeles. After receiving her freedom, she would go on to found one of the largest Black congregations in Los Angeles. 
By Abigail Kim, Staff Mar 25, 2024
Born enslaved in Georgia in 1856, Bridget "Biddy" Mason was the first African-American woman to own property in Los Angeles. After receiving her freedom, she would go on to found one of the largest Black congregations in Los Angeles. 
Students measure the distance between the doll and the ground.

Barbie girls in the AP Stats world

AP Statistics students in period 5 drop Barbie dolls off the 300s building on Wednesday, March 20.
By Abigail Kim and Marcello Chester Mar 21, 2024
AP Statistics students in period 5 drop Barbie dolls off the 300s building on Wednesday, March 20.
William Billy Ridder is a janitor at the school who dresses in the emo style. He embraces the lifestyle, enjoying a vibrant clubbing nightlife that led him on a journey of self-discovery.

Custodian Billy Ridder: embracing the emo lifestyle

Exploring the style and life of William "Billy" Ridder, beyond the label.
By Baron Kim, Staff Mar 19, 2024
Exploring the style and life of custodian William "Billy" Ridder, beyond the label.
Donna Hubbard was Van Nuys High Schools first female principal. She joined the faculty as a Spanish teacher in 1920 and worked her way up to becoming girls vice prinicipal in 1924, before becoming principal of the entire school in 1935.

HERSTORY: Donna Hubbard’s legacy at Van Nuys High School

This Women’s History Month, Donna Hubbard stands out as the mature, wise and compassionate former principal of the school. Joining as a Spanish teacher in 1920, she worked her way up to become the school's first female principal and led students through the Great Depression and the beginning of World War II.
By Abigail Kim, Staff Mar 18, 2024
This Women’s History Month, Donna Hubbard stands out as the mature, wise and compassionate former principal of the school. Joining as a Spanish teacher in 1920, she worked her way up to become the school's first female principal and led students through the Great Depression and the beginning of World War II.
Devon Martinez points to two cast members, as they practice in their outfits for the play.

The blade is getting sharper: Sweeney Todd week nine

During tech week, the most dreaded rehearsal week of all, the cast and crew of “Sweeney Todd” dedicated over 30 hours after school in a single week to finally put every aspect of the show together.
By Madison Thacker, Arts/Entertainment Editor Mar 15, 2024
During tech week, the most dreaded rehearsal week of all, the cast and crew of “Sweeney Todd” dedicated over 30 hours after school in a single week to finally put every aspect of the show together.

Should Daylight Savings Time just go?

The biannual time change is a bane of American society. We ask fellow students how they coped with springing forward and whether this practice should be abolished.
By Daimler Koch and Jalyn Bautista Mar 13, 2024
The biannual time change is a bane of American society. We ask fellow students how they coped with springing forward and whether this practice should be abolished.
Robert Downey Jr. won Best Supporting Actor for playing Levi Strauss in Oppenheimer.

A quick look at the 96th Academy Awards

Hosted on March 10 at the Dolby Theater in Hollywood, the Oscars showcased the stars and films that gave us the most memorable movie moments from the past year.
By Max Sandoval, Staff Mar 13, 2024
Hosted on March 10 at the Dolby Theater in Hollywood, the Oscars showcased the stars and films that gave us memorable movie moments from the past year.
YOUNG TALENT Hector Gonzalez is striving towards a professional career in football and only began playing this year.

Starting out strong

Outside linebacker Hector Gonzalez is the only freshman on the team. From being at every summer practice to playing with varsity level players, he proved himself worthy of being captain.
By Isabel Valles, Athletics Editor Mar 11, 2024
Outside linebacker Hector Gonzalez is the only freshman on the team. From being at every summer practice to playing with varsity level players, he proved himself worthy of being captain.
What the F**** is Happening? | EP 2 - Senioritis?!?!

What the F**** is Happening? | EP 2 – Senioritis?!?!

Y’all, What the F*** Is Happening? Senioritis hits, but it’s gonna be OK. This one’s for the seniors….and juniors too, I guess.
Y’all, What the F*** Is Happening? Senioritis hits, but it’s gonna be OK. This one’s for the seniors….and juniors too, I guess.
Modern art has distilled artistic quality, integrity and skill into a vague mess of paint splatters, household objects and, occasionally, food, as depicted here in Comedian by Maurizio Cattalan.

Why modern art sucks

While we live in the modern age, it’s inevitable to be exposed to the trends of modern art. This so-called “art,” however, is a sham.
By Lindsay Han, Staff Mar 8, 2024
While we live in the modern age, it’s inevitable to be exposed to the trends of modern art. This so-called “art,” however, is a sham.
Mr. Justin Baldridge looks over to the cast in the audience to make sure they are aware of the critical placements of their characters on stage.

Run it from the top: “Sweeney Todd” week eight

In this past week of "Sweeney Todd" rehearsals, the cast and crew worked hard to build up their muscle memory and create the perfect production for opening night.
By Madison Thacker, Arts/Entertainment Editor Mar 8, 2024
In this past week of "Sweeney Todd" rehearsals, the cast and crew worked hard to build up their muscle memory and create the perfect production for opening night.
Junior Karen Grewal is doing it all. From taking on four AP classes to serving as ASB vice president, Grewal is the epitome of what many consider to be the perfect student.

Karen Grewal: The perfect student

Some may think of a student with straight A’s, a varsity player or even a student leader as the “perfect” student. Every once in a while comes a student who can tackle all. Karen Grewal is one of these students.
By Lindsay Han, Staff Mar 5, 2024
Some may think of a student with straight A’s, a varsity player or even a student leader as the “perfect” student. Every once in a while comes a student who can tackle all. Karen Grewal is one of these students.
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