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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

Mr. McCluskeys students celebrate after two nights of a successful and fun-filled showcase.

Excelling in the art of digital media: A Showcase of creativity and innovation

By Lilit Aprahamian, Marketing Manager Jun 20, 2024
The ideas of aspiring student filmmakers in video production classes were brought to life on the big screen during the VNHS Digital Media Showcase.
President Sharlene Kaur looks over all cards made by the Golden Hearts club before giving them to Kaiser Permanente.

Touching the hearts of cancer patients one card at a time

By Mia Ramirez, Staff Jun 16, 2024
The Golden Hearts club allows its members to earn volunteer hours for making cards to bring a smile to cancer patients at Kaiser Permanente.
Magnet Valedictorian Sean Kim stands and greets the crowd as he gets recognized by Admin for his hard work.

Goodbye seniors: Graduation 2024

By Madison Thacker and Kayla Balikyan-Davis Jun 12, 2024
Held on the football field on June 11, 2024, the Class of 2024's graduation ceremony proudly celebrated 548 students and their accomplishments over their high school careers.

How are seniors feeling about leaving high school?

By Jalyn Bautista and Daimler Koch Jun 7, 2024
Graduation is just around the corner. We asked seniors about their plans for the future and wrapped up this year's final episode of Real Humans.
The lack of recycling in LAUSD schools poses an environmental risk that needs addressing.

LAUSD is no longer recycling

By Skylie Molina, Staff Jun 5, 2024
Following LADWP's withdrawal of recycling services from LAUSD schools, the district has begun searching for alternatives.
(From L to R) Front row: Ms. Torres, Mr. Becerra, Ms. Park, Sargent Martinez. Second row: Mr. Rodriguez, Ms. Victoria, Ms. Sadighi, Ms. Medrano. Third row: Mr. Rabago, Mr, Greg, Ms. Shim, Mr. Weber

Your photos: Grad Night 2024

By Olamide Olumide, News/Features Editor Jun 4, 2024
Looking back at Grad Night through the lenses of the students and staff who attended.
Helping the homeless

Helping the homeless

By Olamide Olumide, News/Features Editor Jun 3, 2024
Housing instability and homelessness disproportionately affect LGBTQIA+ youth. Clubs on the VNHS campus collaborate to aid the troubled youth through fundraisers and donations.
We regret to inform you...

We regret to inform you…

By Lindsay Han, Staff May 31, 2024
Not every college that you want, wants you. Instead, what's more important is to look optimistically at the colleges that you do get accepted to and working hard to get into a better graduate program later on.
After the AP exams, students are reflecting on how it went and how their classes prepared them.

Looking back on the AP exams

By Mia Ramirez, Staff May 31, 2024
Now that the AP exams are over, students have had time to reflect on their performance and determine whether or not their teachers thoroughly prepared them.
The dreaded orange slip informing seniors of their absences nevertheless offers a way to excuse some, if not all, of them; parents and students can sign the dotted line at the bottom and return it to the Attendance Office.

Seven strikes, you’re out!

By Lindsay Han, Staff May 30, 2024
A glimpse at the attendance policy for seniors, and how they have been able to clear out their absences before graduation.
Cafeteria worker Celeste Morales serves up chicken nuggets, cheesy garlic bread with sausage and chicken mashed potato gravy bowls for lunch in the schools cafeteria.

Nourishing minds and fueling success

By Delmis Vaquerano, Staff May 29, 2024
Showcasing the hard work of the Cafeteria staff as they provide meals to hungry students
UPLIFTING OTHERS Melanie Arista, Yanitzy Alatorre and Nancy Alvarado (L to R) create cards for the Letters of Love campaign, an initiative working to support migrant children who have been separated from their loved ones in federal detention centers. Arista, a first-generation Mexican-American, founded the club to promote the inclusion of Hispanic and Latin individuals.

Spreading optimism and hope to detained migrant children

By Delmis Vaquerano, Staff May 27, 2024
Founded by senior Melanie Arista, a first-generation Mexican American, UNIDOS is a club and a testament to the values and pride encompassed within Hispanic culture and the characteristics of being Hispanic.
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