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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.
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: The revenge tour of the Wolves in baseball

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.
The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes is a fun, impressive film, building on the lore of the original Hunger Games trilogy and showcasing stunning visual effects.

“The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes” movie adaptation lands on top

The fourth installment in the infamous Hunger Games franchise tells the origin story of one of the most hated characters in the Hunger Games Trilogy, dazzling audiences and answering unanswered questions of the original series.
By Adrianna Bean, Staff Nov 28, 2023
The fourth installment in the infamous Hunger Games franchise tells the origin story of one of the most hated characters in the Hunger Games Trilogy.
The boys basketball team put up a bloodthirsty fight against the VAAS Vipers, only to get mauled by them with a loss of 52-43.

Boys basketball are battered by the Vipers in their season opener

On Monday, Nov. 13, the boys basketball team played against Valley Academy of Arts and Sciences (VAAS) in their first game of the season and were defeated in a rough 52-43 loss.
By Jaden Gervacio, Staff Nov 27, 2023

Highlights |  Oshan Williams (#25) was the Wolves’s leading scorer for the game, successfully taking the ball to the rack and ending up scoring 24 points for the team. Earl Gervacio (#30) was...

RE-AWAKENING The Christian entertainment industry has surprisingly eclipsed various mainstream Hollywoods releases.

Christianity offers redemption at the box office

The light of the Christian entertainment industry is growing brighter amidst Hollywood’s profane productions.
By Abigail Kim, Staff Nov 26, 2023
The light of the Christian entertainment industry is growing brighter amidst Hollywood’s profane productions.
See how much you know about the history behind Turkey Day with our quiz!

Thanksgiving trivia that’ll (Plymouth) rock your world!

Gobble up some facts about this special holiday and learn a new thing or two about where your favorite Turkey Day traditions originate.
By Adrianna Bean, Staff Nov 23, 2023
Gobble up some facts about this special holiday and learn a new thing or two about where your favorite Turkey Day traditions originate.
PLAYING CATCH UP LAUSDs late work policy is incentivizing students to procrastinate, leaving them with a disastrous buildup of late assignments.

Too little too late: LAUSD’s policy is sabotaging the next generation

The largest school district in California is holding their students back and getting away with it.
By Joel Nam, Opinion Editor Nov 21, 2023
The largest school district in California is holding their students back and getting away with it.
 DRAINED AND DEPRESSED  According to the National Institute of Health, increased social media use among teens results in sleep deprivation and heightened anxiety.

Unfollowing social media will be the best decision of your life

For far too long, teens have been bombarded with anxiety and depression caused by social media use. Hopping offline is the best solution to this rising issue.
By Abigail Kim, Staff Nov 20, 2023
For far too long, teens have been bombarded with anxiety and depression caused by social media use. Hopping offline is the best solution to this rising issue.
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