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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

  The Trump appeal: Power, promise, personality

The Trump appeal: Power, promise, personality

By Alyson Cerna, News and Features Editor Nov 5, 2024
Exploring Donald Trump’s enduring influence and appeal in the 2024 presidential race.
STARTING STRONG Senior Andrea Herrera was bewildered by the college application process. Her parents never attended college and couldn't giver her advice. But with the help of College Counselor Mr. Arnulfo Castaneda, she was able to forge a path for herself.

Paving the way as a first-generation college student

By Mia Ramirez, Spanish Editor May 22, 2024
Every student with hopes of making it to college will eventually encounter some kind of obstacle; however, the ones faced by first-generation college students are unique and, on occasion, out of their control.
From the sky terrace of Hong Kong's highest skyscraper. From L to R: Laura Rabago (Mr. Rabago's sister), Adam Rabago (Mr. Rabago's brother), Peiyu Rabago (Adam's wife) and Mr. Rabago.

Globetrotting math teacher spends summer in Asia

By Madison Thacker, Arts/Entertainment Editor Sep 20, 2023
Math teacher Mr. Colin Rabago reflects on his summer journeys around India and Hong Kong
Black people feel like they have to defend themselves and their race every time there's an incident.

An altercation should never open a floodgate of Anti-Blackness

By Elom Attipoe May 4, 2022
Why is it so easy for people to be racist when a Black person is involved in a fight?
 Students such as Seniors Gideon Genesis Dela Torre (left) and Maradie Sattra brought their national flags or wore traditional clothes to school on Multicultural Day to express their national pride. Even students not explicitly working a club stand expressed their cultural and national pride or supported other cultures by walking around with cultural items or flags.

Multicultural Day: A taste of many countries

By Diana Zalmanov and Allison Antonio Mar 14, 2022
A celebration of diversity at school through food, music and performances related to various cultures.
Despite being torn between two races, no matter how draining it can be, I know my family has and will always accept me for me.

Torn between two races

By Isabella Thomas, Staff Photographer Mar 10, 2022
Being biracial means sometimes feeling like I don’t fit in anywhere
What it's like growing up Black

What it’s like growing up Black

By Elom Attipoe Mar 9, 2022
It went from jokes to insulting my skin color, hair texture, and ethnic features to calling me slurs. Most of the class joined in. No one stood up for me.
Ms. Tracy Kim had interviewed at both Van Nuys High School and Granada Hills Charter High School, but she accepted a teaching position in the science department within the magnet program of Van Nuys High School.

5 MINUTES WITH…
Science Teacher Ms. Tracey Kim

By Rosendo Rubalcava, Current Events/Features Staff Writer Feb 23, 2022
“Life is short and you want to pursue your passion. Pursue it with influence because it’s worth it in the end.”
Destiny's layered necklace sold immediately after being posted.

Destiny’s Jewels: The world’s her oyster, she’s the pearl

By Diana Zalmanov and Shaan Bhatia Feb 7, 2022
After discovering their natural skill and craftsmanship in the art of jewelry-making, junior Destiny Reveles has focused on developing and expanding their business in which they sell handcrafted jewelry comprised of silver, gold and everything bold.
Ms. Doshi leads a discussion on slavery with her junior students.

Q&A | Aditi Doshi: Social Science Teacher

Dec 14, 2021
"Throughout my career, I have sought out schools that are committed to this goal of equal, excellent education for all."
The masks of anonymity are used as an excuse by sexist players.

The community of sexist gamers are my real opponents

By Eva Tanguay, Guest Writer Dec 13, 2021
Freshman Eva Tanguay describes her frustration with the online gamers that utilize toxic commentary and derogatory remarks to prevent a rise in female gamers.
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