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The sign at the Auschwitz concentration camp remains the show the fate of so many victims that entered.

No Texas, there are not two sides to the Holocaust

Senate bill three went into effect on Dec. 2, forcing Texas teachers to restrict education of entire historical events that are considered “controversial”, particularly those on race.
By Dakota Threats, Opinion Editor Dec 15, 2021
Senate bill three went into effect on Dec. 2, forcing Texas teachers to restrict education of entire historical events that are considered “controversial”, particularly those on race.
YouTuber Shane Dawson has been involved in numerous scandals during recent years. His apology video in June 2020 has over 20 million views.

Keep cancel culture alive

Sometimes canceling someone is the only way to guarantee that they won't do something hurtful again.
By Julianna Macfarlane, Staff Writer Dec 9, 2021
Sometimes canceling someone is the only way to guarantee that they won't do something hurtful again.

Finding your style 101

Digital Media student Jaya Darrington interviewed students around campus about their overall style and the brands that they were wearing.
By Nathan Han, Online Editor-in-Chief Dec 7, 2021
Digital Media student Jaya Darrington interviewed students around campus about their overall style and the brands that they were wearing.
Prevalent across the internet and social media, those against canceling argue that it is not a tool for advocacy.

There is no justification for canceling people

Canceling someone has become a toxic form of justice instead of a tool to raise awareness for a movement.
By Kimberly Luna, Staff Writer Nov 28, 2021
Canceling someone has become a toxic form of justice instead of a tool to raise awareness for a movement.
PUFFS: Jude Struble and Edgar Munoz are seen wearing transparent masks during their performance.

Actors should not be required to wear masks on stage

The mask mandate is important off the stage and everywhere else, but performers should be given the same options as athletes on the field.
By Kimberly Luna, Staff Writer Nov 22, 2021
Acting requires a lot of physical exertion. They should have the same options as athletes.
BTS has enjoyed a rise in success with multiple number one hits on the Billboard charts.

K-pop music doesn’t deserve your hate

Nobody should be made fun of for liking K-pop when it is just another genre of music.
By Julianna Macfarlane, Staff Writer Nov 18, 2021
Even with its increasing popularity, many people and even fans continue to leave vile, racist comments online.
All of your hard work over the past four years comes down to this final stretch.

College application season is stressing me out

Money, toxic competition and stress make this a hard place to be in.
By Julianna Macfarlane, Staff Writer Nov 4, 2021
This is a dilemna that almost every senior must face and try their best to deal with the pressure.
Freedom of self expression! Students pleased with dress code changes.

Changes in dress code are a sign of progressiveness

"The old dress code was outdated. Being told to change my clothes in the middle of class is unnecessary and takes away from my learning experience."
By Julianna Macfarlane, Staff Writer Nov 1, 2021
"There are going to be people that don’t agree with this rule change, believing girls should have to cover up."
There are two sides to this debate. Decide whether to stay at home and decorate your house for others or head into the action.

Too old to trick-or-treat?

Halloween; a time kids put on there costumes and get their pillowcases ready for candy. On the flip side, it is a time where parents warn their kids about the dangers of taking candy from strangers. The question still remains: Is there a thing as being too old for trick-or-treating? Should we consider following in the footsteps of some counties in Chesapeake, Virginia and set an age restriction on trick-or-treating?
By Kyrillos Mina, Staff Writer Oct 28, 2021
I believe there should be a certain point where it should be restricted and that most students would agree to that age.
Cross country and track arent as popular as football. They never will be, but I believe that these sports require a lot of skill too and deserve much more recognition than they receive.

Running sports should not be underrated

The Wolves team has held a succesful season record for multiple years. They even contested to become city champions in 2019.
By Kyrillos Mina, Staff Writer Oct 20, 2021
A student athlete on the cross country team explains the many rewards that this sport can offer to other interested students.
7 Hispanic nations celebrate their independence days during this month.

Hispanic Heritage Month: Why I am proud to be Mexican

FIRST PERSON: There are many cases in which we are told that we should go back to our country or that we don't belong here. In reality, we contribute a lot to society.
By Mereline Perez, Staff Writer Oct 5, 2021
FIRST PERSON: There are many cases in which we are told that we should go back to our country or that we don't belong here. In reality, we contribute a lot to society.
Ouch! A person is awaiting her jab of the covid-19 vaccine.

Do students & faculty agree with mandatory vaccines?

Members of the VNHS community are split as to whether or not the LAUSD vaccine mandate is a positive thing or if requiring a vaccine is pushing the boundary as to what a school system should be allowed to do.
By Shaan Bhatia, Online Editor-in-Chief Sep 11, 2021
Teachers and students share their opinions on the new vaccine protocol for LAUSD schools.
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