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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

The Mirror

 DON'T MESS WITH THE WOLF While Van Nuys isn't known for having a single rival, battles against Kennedy and Canoga Park High School are often filled with the most competition.

Van Nuys athletes compete against historic foes

By Adamaris Chevez, Staff Writer Dec 20, 2024
Van Nuys High School's sports teams navigate rivalries, with Kennedy standing out as a major opponent. Athletes are driven by personal motivations and historical competition.
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.
Lost in the scroll: The Erosion of Media Insight

Lost in the scroll: The Erosion of Media Insight

By Isaura Garcia, Staff Writer Dec 19, 2024
As digital misinformation rises, media literacy becomes vital. Students face challenges distinguishing fact from fiction amidst AI advancements and the spread of fake news online.
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.
Bingeing creates unhealthy dopamine cycles, affecting lifestyle and mental health

Dopamine highs: The dark side of binge watching

By Isabella Mendoza, Staff Writer Dec 17, 2024
Binge watching, while enjoyable, can lead to mental health issues like anxiety and depression. Experts emphasize moderation to avoid negative impacts on sleep and mood.
Students struggle to follow their passion  due to their concern for the well being of their family.

Modern family pressures to pick a career

By Olamide Olumide, Editor-in-Chief Dec 17, 2024
As a first-generation student, Orillena grapples with societal and familial expectations that shape her career choices, all while balancing her passions and the need to support her family.
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 key club members spread their spirit at the Fall Rally South (FRS) event, gathering with other divisions at Six Flags.

Key Club fosters community and leadership at local high school

By Skylie Molina, Staff Writer Dec 12, 2024
The Key Club chapter at a local high school offers students opportunities for leadership, community service and camaraderie through diverse events and a supportive environment.

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.
Eminem and his mother: A timeline of turmoil

Eminem and his mother: A timeline of turmoil

By Joel Nam, Abigail Kim, and Maya Diaz Dec 11, 2024
Eminem's relationship with his mother, Debbie Nelson, has been complex and tumultuous, shaping much of his musical narrative and public persona over the years.
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.
American politics is deeply divisive and heated at times, as emotions charge rhetoric and drown out rational thought. It's time for political discussions to shift from blame to building bridges through compromise and cooperation.

It’s “just” politics. Everybody, chill out

By Joel Nam, Opinion Editor Dec 11, 2024
In a climate of heightened political polarization, hyper-partisan media and social media algorithms deepen divides, urging Americans to pursue civil, informed discussions for meaningful change.
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