The Mirror

Multicultural Day: A taste of many countries

A celebration of diversity at school through food, music and performances related to various cultures.

By Diana Zalmanov and Allison Antonio • Published Mar 14, 2022

A celebration of diversity at school through food, music and performances related to various cultures.

Torn between two races

Being biracial means sometimes feeling like I don’t fit in anywhere

By Isabella Thomas, Staff Photographer • Published Mar 10, 2022

Being biracial means sometimes feeling like I don’t fit in anywhere

What it’s like growing up Black

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.

By Elom Attipoe • Published 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.

5 MINUTES WITH…
Science Teacher Ms. Tracey Kim

“Life is short and you want to pursue your passion. Pursue it with influence because it’s worth it in the end.”

By Rosendo Rubalcava , Current Events/Features Staff Writer • Published 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 Jewels: The world’s her oyster, she’s the pearl

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.

By Diana Zalmanov and Shaan Bhatia • Published 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.

He’s history: Teacher Robert Crosby retires

A longstanding member of the teacher roster and UTLA retires.

By Ani Tutunjyan, Executive Editor & Print Editor-in-Chief • Published Jun 20, 2021

Mr. Crosby shares his experiences and what he loved most about being a teacher.

Senior Board President Naomi Lee’s Senior Game Plan

Naomi Lee, the class of 22's senior president, enthusiastically discusses her expectations and plans for the approaching senior year.

By Nathan Han, Online Editor-in-Chief • Published May 13, 2021

Naomi Lee believes that impending deadline of senior events will motivate the class of 2022

Former substitute goes full-time

Ms. Danielle Greenwood joins the faculty permanently as an English and Speech teacher.

By Julia Pfau, Perspectives Editor • Published Jan 26, 2021

Ms. Greenwood's journey from substitute to official teacher during the pandemic.

Bienvenidos to a new Spanish teacher joining the faculty

Ms. Ivette Alvarez, talks about her inspirations, her journey to becoming a teacher, and what she hopes to convey to her students through her meaningful profession.

By Angelina Gevorgyan, Print Editor-in-Chief • Published Oct 6, 2020

Ms. Ivette Alvarez, talks about her inspirations, her journey to becoming a teacher, and what she hopes to convey to her students through her meaningful profession.

Q&A: New English and Speech teacher Mr. Baker

Mr. Matthew Baker brings his background in stand-up comedy and public speaking to the classroom, joining the staff as a new English and Speech teacher.

By Julia Pfau, Perspectives Editor • Published Sep 13, 2020

Mr. Matthew Baker brings his background in stand-up comedy and public speaking to the classroom, joining the staff as a new English and Speech teacher.

2020 Retiring faculty: Mr. Charles Wilken

By Andre Rodas, Print Editor-in-Chief • Published Jun 23, 2020

Your first name: Charles Your last name: Wilken What subject(s) do you teach? Science and Robotics What classes did you teach this year? Robotics and Biology What year did you begin teaching?...

2020 Retiring faculty: Ms. Janice Carr

By Andre Rodas, Print Editor-in-Chief • Published Jun 23, 2020

Your first name: Janice Your last name: Carr What subject(s) do you teach? English What classes did you teach this year? H.English 10A/B, English 10A/B, English 11A/B, H. English 11A/B What...