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K-POP to K-FLOP: The Westernization of K-pop will be its downfall

K-pop used to have a unique sound and style befitting its country of origin. Now, with new markets to addict in the West, all of that is being washed away.
By Abigail Kim, Staff Dec 6, 2023
K-pop used to have a unique sound and style befitting its country of origin. Now, with new markets to addict in the West, all of that is being washed away.
Alumnus Xochitl Robles takes over as goaltender for a game, surveying the pool for an open Wolf.

Girls water polo sinks first game in a demoralizing fashion

The girls water polo team suffers a devastating loss against the Granada Hills Charter Highlanders with a final score of 24-3 in their first game of the season.
By Rogers Levitt, Staff Dec 6, 2023
The girls water polo team suffers a devastating loss against the Granada Hills Charter Highlanders with a final score of 24-3 in their first game of the season.
Movies, TV shows and social media all present high school relationships as an attainable and desirable goal. Yet, as is often the case with such trends, this is highly unrealistic.

High school relationships: Not the wish students are dreaming of

A relationship akin to Troy and Gabriella’s romance in “High School Musical” is unfortunately unrealistic for many high schoolers. Schoolwork and other responsibilities prevent many from attaining the love life they imagine.
By Mia Ramirez, Staff Dec 5, 2023
A relationship akin to Troy and Gabriella’s romance in “High School Musical” is unfortunately unrealistic for many high schoolers. Schoolwork and other responsibilities prevent many from attaining the love life they imagine.
Sophomore Maria Munguia shows off her Air Jordan Retro University Blues, her favorite pair of sneakers.

Inside the brain of a sneakerhead

A shoe collector reveals what makes her hobby special to her and the challenges of being a footwear aficionado.
By Olamide Olumide, News/Features Editor Dec 5, 2023
A shoe collector reveals what makes her hobby special to her and the challenges of being a footwear aficionado.
Senior Nadia Gruhlke practices ballet outside of school, immersing herself in the art and winning competitions and scholarships while shes at it.

Ballet beyond the bell

How “The Nutcracker” led senior Nadia Gruhlke to compete in dance nationally 14 years later.
By Baron Kim, Staff Dec 5, 2023
How watching “The Nutcracker” led senior Nadia Gruhlke to compete in dance nationally 14 years later.
Senior Jonco Holgado (in white) is the current captain of the boys basketball team. He has faced many challenges on the road to success, including harsh coaches and constant pressure to succeed for the team.

Going through the hoops: A high school basketball journey

Senior Jonco Holgado has loved basketball from a young age, a passion that has carried over into high school sports. With his hard work and dedication, he has worked his way to becoming captain of the boys basketball team.
By Jaden Gervacio, Staff Dec 5, 2023
Senior Jonco Holgado has loved basketball from a young age, a passion that has carried over into high school sports. With his hard work and dedication, he has worked his way to becoming captain of the boys basketball team.
With the holiday season stretching around the corner, test your knowledge on the most wonderful time of the year!

Holiday trivia that will make you feel merry and bright!

Jingle all the way as you celebrate the season with this fun and festive quiz.
By Cristian Mejia and Daimler Koch Dec 5, 2023
Jingle all the way as you celebrate the season with this fun and festive quiz.
Kids in the Spotlight gave their movie makers the chance to be at the center of the universe for the day as they watched their movies up on the big screen at Paramount Picture Studios.

Lights, camera, hope: Kids in the Spotlight inspires foster youth to tell their stories

Kids in the Spotlight gives Los Angeles based foster youth the opportunity to enter the film industry as they write, direct and act in their own films, which, once edited, are shown on the big screen at their annual “Better than the Oscars” awards show.
By Madison Thacker, Arts/Entertainment Editor Dec 4, 2023
Kids in the Spotlight gives Los Angeles based foster youth the opportunity to enter the film industry as they write, direct and act in their own films, which, once edited, are shown on the big screen at their annual “Better than the Oscars” awards show.
For much of history, men have taken credit for important and life-changing work that women did, often being propelled to the forefront of society in the process. Thankfully, though, this trend is beginning to change.

Women’s work miscredited: The history of men stealing the limelight

For centuries, women’s achievements and contributions to our society and culture have gone unnoticed, their work taken by men throughout history.
By Viktoriya Khanliyan, Staff Dec 4, 2023
For centuries, women’s achievements and contributions to our society and culture have gone unnoticed, their work taken by men throughout history.
Three festive things to do this weekend

Three festive things to do this weekend

As the year turns the corner into the holiday season, here are three merry and bright activities to entertain you over the next two days.
By Adrianna Bean, Staff Dec 1, 2023
As the year turns the corner into the holiday season, here are three merry and bright activities to entertain you over the next two days.
During their offseason, the Wolves were dedicated to their rigorous training. With their new season right around the corner, they are ready to charge ahead and unleash the spirit of the wolf pack on the diamond.

Swinging into action: Varsity baseball’s revenge tour 2024

Last year, the baseball team ended their season with dismay and resentment. Now, they're back with a vengeance.
By Rogers Levitt, Staff Dec 1, 2023
Last year, the baseball team ended their season with dismay and resentment. Now, they're back with a vengeance.
The college office is willing to help seniors to submit their Cal State and UC applications, which are due on Nov. 30.

College counselors come to the rescue

As the deadline for Cal State and UC applications approach, college counselors are trying to help as many students as they can.
By Mia Ramirez, Staff Nov 29, 2023
As the deadline for Cal State and UC applications approach, college counselors are trying to help as many students as they can.
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