Baron Kim, Staff
Nonstop standardized testing from April to June
Students, especially juniors, face constant mandatory standardized testing from late April through early June.
Nonstop standardized testing From April to June
Students, especially juniors, face constant mandatory standardized testing from late April through early June.
Student Task Force fights for a greener future
The Human Rights Watch Student Task Force at the school aims to educate students and staff on how climate change disproportionately affects marginalized communities and their access to clean resources.
i-Ready or not, here it comes: LAUSD’s new standardized test kindles controversy
The i-Ready exam has frustrated many students and staff over its length and irrelevancy.
Custodian Billy Ridder: embracing the emo lifestyle
Exploring the style and life of William "Billy" Ridder, beyond the label.
Black History timeline: The Civil Rights Movement
Learn about how the civil rights movement has affected the lives of millions of Africans Americans living in the United States over the past century through our timeline.
MonopolyGO has monopolized the school gaming scene
Offering everything from simple entertainment to fierce competition, MonopolyGO has become the latest obsession among students, mainly due to its extremely competitive game layout.
Debate de la hora del almuerzo: ¿Es la Generación Z más perezosa que otras generaciones?
Dwayne Famenia y el Sr. Ferrin se enfrentaron en el gran gimnasio para debatir la pregunta de si la Generación Z se ha vuelto más perezosa en comparación con las generaciones pasadas.
Lunchtime debate: Is Gen Z lazier than other generations?
Dwayne Famenia and Mr. Ferrin faced off at the big gym to debate the question of whether Gen Z has become lazier compared to past generations.
Ballet beyond the bell
How “The Nutcracker” led senior Nadia Gruhlke to compete in dance nationally 14 years later.
Headphones are killing your brain
A not-so-silent threat: Repeated exposure to high noise levels can lead to premature hearing loss and may even be linked to dementia.
ASB holds annual blood drive, sees overwhelming turnout
The blood drive, held in the small gym on Nov. 14, saw nearly 105 donors, overwhelming the nurses and ASB members present.
LAUSD’s Electrification Program: Steering into a sustainable future
In a bold move to electrify its bus fleet, LAUSD is bringing a sustainable vision to life. LAUSD Director of Transportation, Daniel Kang, highlights the benefits of electrification for students and local communities.
Easing back into normalcy: LAUSD relaxes pandemic policies
Superintendent Carvalho recently made the decision to relax pandemic policies, and urged students with mild cold symptoms to show up to school.
Artificial cacophonies: the downbeat of AI-generated music
As AI voice-generation gains momentum, questions of authenticity and ethics echo in the music industry.
BREAKING NEWS: SEIU Local 99 and LAUSD reach tentative deal with pay raises, bonuses, and health benefits
After a cold and rainy three-day strike, the SEIU Local 99 members finally reached an agreement with the LAUSD board on March 24.
Third day’s a charm: Faculty continue strike for fair pay and improved conditions
As the strike's final day approaches, talks between SEIU Local 99 and LAUSD have not concluded. Mayor Bass continues to mediates the talks over failed contract negotiations, unfair labor practices, and low wages.
Still striking: Teachers stand strong on day two of walkout.
While students were cooped up at home, the teachers and staff at Van Nuys High School could be seen rallying. Many faculty members could be seen wearing red, showing the union's coordination.
Class dismissed: teachers take to the streets on first day of strike
Teachers and service workers alike were seen rallying on the streets, despite the rainy conditions.
L.A. Zoo, NHMLAC and La Brea Tar Pits offer free admission to students
Prominent L.A. exhibits began offering free admission to LAUSD students starting March 20 due to the three-day strike.
Van Nuys High School under lockdown after suspected armed student
A sudden lockdown occurred at Van Nuys High School, after a 911 report was issued for a student in possession of a firearm, which was later confirmed to be a replica firearm.
Racism: Alive and well behind the scenes at City Hall
Openly racist remarks from three Hispanic L.A. City Council members were leaked in a recording, forcing former Council President Nury Martinez, who represents much of Van Nuys, to resign her post.
SoCal heat wave leaves students sweltering
As Southern California experiences one of the longest and deadliest heat waves in the state’s history, students are learning to cope with sweltering temperatures.
The Wolves are back ready to attack
The 2022-2023 football season has kicked off with the first pep rally of the school year, featuring performances by the Varsity CIF Champion Cheer Team and an announcement regarding the Varsity Football Team roster.