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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

PRO ATHLETE ALUMNI Bob Waterfield, Class of 1938, went on to become quarterback for the L.A. Rams.  Courtesy | Screenshot from Youtube
Chasing dreams: Van Nuys High’s big-league athletes
By Adamaris Chevez, Staff Writer • Sep 9, 2025
Van Nuys High School has produced professional sports legends like Don Drysdale and Bob Waterfield. Today, student-athletes like Isaiah Kim and Jeremy Rivas are following in their footsteps, balancing big-league dreams with realistic goals and backup plans.
Gary Alagozyan returns to Van Nuys High School as assistant baseball coach. THE MIRROR | BRIAN BATRES
Coach Alagozyan returns to rebuild VNHS baseball
By Isabel Valles, Athletics Editor • Sep 8, 2025
Alumnus Gary Alagozyan is back at Van Nuys High School, determined to rebuild the baseball program and inspire players just as his mentors once inspired him.
The VNHS baseball team employs pre-game rituals, taking the time to calm down and warm up so they can give their best. THE MIRROR | CHIOMA CHIAWA
Prayers, plays, and pump-up songs
By Adamaris Chevez, Staff Writer • Sep 5, 2025
High school athletes share the rituals that build their confidence, teamwork, and readiness before every match.

Mercado Buenos Aires thrives as a cultural hub for Argentinians in Southern California
Mercado Buenos Aires thrives as a cultural hub for Argentinians in Southern California
By Joshua Cazares, Staff Writer • Sep 4, 2025
Mercado Buenos Aires blends Argentine flavors, soccer, and community in Van Nuys. From authentic meals to cultural celebrations, this family-run business keeps traditions alive for locals and visitors alike.
A man's distorted image seen through a glass ball.
Self-belief above all
By Joel Nam, Editor-in-Chief • Aug 25, 2025
Believing in yourself can be scary, but letting doubt stop you is worse. To reach your potential, you must face your fears and risk failure.
A man standing on top of a rock meant to illustrate the difficulty of reaching some goals.
The myth of instant success
By Isabella Mendoza, Staff Writer • Aug 22, 2025
Rome wasn’t built in a day — yet perfectionism pushes students to expect instant results. Studies show that such unrealistic standards can harm mental health and strip the joy from learning.
Guiding students into the future
Guiding students into the future
By Skylie Molina, Staff Writer • Aug 21, 2025
From essays to financial aid, College Counselor Jo Duke guides VNHS seniors through every step of admissions. Her support helped double college enrollment in her first year.
Self-improvement sells hustle, not balance
Self-improvement sells hustle, not balance
By Joel Nam, Editor-in-Chief • Aug 20, 2025
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 TIME FOR A CHANGE  After two years of debate over changing to block schedule the vote finally passed, allowing Van Nuys to transition to a less traditional block schedule, a trend that more and more schools are adopting each year.
New schedule, new options
By Joshua Cazares, Staff Writer • May 28, 2025
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