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After choosing his perfect pumpkin, Senior Marvin Ocampo prepares a scary idea to paint.

[Photo] PHOTOSTORY | Painting the perfect pumpkins

Published October 26, 2021
With seasonal music to boost Halloween spirit, students finish their design by 4:30 p.m., where photos of pumpkins and students are taken by EduCare for the contest.

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Published October 26, 2021
Many students turned to pop culture to decorate their pumpkin, such as Ghostface from the renowned slasher franchise: Scream.

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Published October 26, 2021
Pump, pump, pump It Up! The cheer team makes an appearance at the painting party to celebrate the spooky season. .

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Published October 26, 2021
One student bases her pumpkin design after the infamous meme of Elmo being surrounded by fire.

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Published October 26, 2021
The Search For Inspiration: Many students flooded the popular image sharing app Pinterest to find the perfect pumpkin painting idea. This student decided upon the poison apple in Snow White.

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Published October 26, 2021
Hosted by EduCare, the pumpkin painting party took place in the cafeteria after school. Each participant receives a pumpkin of their choice and a variety of colors to paint with.

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Published October 26, 2021
Drippy: The first rainstorm of the season caused drainage problems, deep puddles, and lots of mud which wouldve made for a miserable event

[Photo] Washed out | Senior Kickoff has been pushed to next week

Published October 26, 2021
Drizzle and pour: Many Wolves enjoyed the rainy and chilly weather on Oct. 25.

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Published October 26, 2021
Falling in L.A. : Autumn leaves litter the wet ground, portraying an environment much different than the typically sunny weather of Van Nuys.

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Published October 26, 2021
No one is safe: Everything on campus got drenched which was a rare sight for students to enjoy or run away from on the first very rainy day of the semester.

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Published October 26, 2021
Bring your boots. Deep puddles littered all over the school were perfect places for students to play in.

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Published October 26, 2021
Senior Angela Proca dances under the tents on the quad and tries to avoid getting drenched.

[Photo] PHOTOSTORY | Drizzled and drenched on campus

Published October 25, 2021
The school staff sets up tents from the pouring rain to shield students as they walk to get lunch at the cafeteria.

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Published October 25, 2021
Editor-in-Chief Ani Tutunjyan poses with the Pacemaker award won during the previous year.

[Photo] The Mirror hopes to become repeat champions of the prestigious Pacemaker award

Published October 22, 2021
Cross country and track arent as popular as football. They never will be, but I believe that these sports require a lot of skill too and deserve much more recognition than they receive.

[Photo] Running sports should not be underrated

Published October 20, 2021
Jasmine Cheysobhon serves to the Tigers, as Shriya Pattapu looks on at the side. This doubles team ended up losing their match.

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Published October 20, 2021
Singles player Irene Lee positions herself to successfully return a ball back to her opponent.

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Published October 20, 2021
CATS VS. DOGS: Jacqueline Recinos prepares to serve the ball to her opponent on the San Fernando Tigers as Ariel Gutkin, her doubles partner, waits on the side. The Wolves lost their final home game 5-2.

[Photo] TENNIS | Girls varsity squad lose their final game at home against the San Fernando Tigers

Published October 19, 2021
Jacqueline Recinos prepares to hit a forehand against the Tigers.

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Published October 19, 2021
Varsity Doubles Shriya Pattapu prepares to hit a backhand to her opponent.

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Published October 19, 2021
ACE: Varsity singles Irene Lee serves to her opponent and was one of the two Wolves to win her matchup.

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Published October 19, 2021
(L to R) Shriya Pattapu and Jasmine Cheysobhon warm up before their varsity doubles match against San Fernando.

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Published October 19, 2021
Ms. Arana is popular around school for her upbeat personality and school spirit.

[Photo] 5 MINUTES WITH...
Performing Arts Magnet Coordinator
Ms. Fanny Arana

Published October 14, 2021
The right view of the cars wrap

[Photo] Auto Shop is zooming in with a smokin’ new ride courtesy of Galpin Ford

Published October 12, 2021
Loc Handke walked away from her match victorious. As a freshman, this will be her first season heading into the playoffs with her team.

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Published October 12, 2021
Sylmar player, dressed in her venom sweatshirt, serves the ball to Cheysobhon on court four.

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Published October 12, 2021
Jasmine Cheysobhon watches her opponent and prepares to receive her serve. In the match, all players were battling the dust kicked up by the strong winds.

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Published October 12, 2021
Varsity player Veronika Verdyan serves the ball to the Spartans during her doubles match with partner Van Handke.

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Published October 12, 2021
Jasmine Cheysobhon watches the ball head to her opponent’s court during the practice match before the game.

[Photo] TENNIS | Girls team secure spot in the playoffs with a strong win over the Spartans

Published October 11, 2021
During period 5, Irene Lee practices her strokes in preparation for her doubles match later that afternoon.

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Published October 11, 2021
Varsity player Loc Handke plays in the top position of her team for the first time against Sylmar’s number one and was victorious 10-8.

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Published October 11, 2021
Passionate about the arts since she was very young, Ms. Lief is now a mentor for future generations of theatrical artists.

[Photo] 5 MINUTES WITH…
Theater teacher Ms. Mollie Lief

Published October 3, 2021
JROTC marches during the homecoming parade before the game.

[Photo] Homecoming highlights | Kicking off the game with a parade

Published October 3, 2021
Trombone player Bryan Velasco gives the crowd a passionate solo in the song “Seven Nation Army” during Marching Band’s halftime show.

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Published October 3, 2021
Dance Company opens the game against Panorama with a jazzy performance to cheer the football team on.

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Published October 3, 2021
Junior Cheerleader Kyla Villanueva and the rest of the cheer team shows their support and keeps the crowd entertained as the game continues. The top ranking crew also performed during the halftime show.

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Published October 3, 2021
Abraham Melero grabs a Panorama player in an attempt to tackle him.

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Published October 3, 2021
Van Nuys gets ready to snap the ball for the homecoming game. With a loss of 35-8, this will be the third home game loss of the season.

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Published October 3, 2021
The red wolves attempt to defend their side from the line of attacking Panorama players who managed the overpower the home team in the first half.

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Published October 3, 2021
Panorama leaves our wolves in the dust as they start off the game with strong offense

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Published October 3, 2021
The VNHS wolves raise their helmets in the air during the national anthem to kick off the homecoming game. The Homecoming game on Oct. 2, 2021 ended in a defeat for the home team 35-8 against Panorama.

[Photo] FOOTBALL | Wolves are pummeled too early for a Homecoming game miracle

Published October 2, 2021
PAJAMA DAY: Sebastian Estrada, Ella Robinson and Kaylyn Majers are decked out in their pajamas to kick off spirit week.

[Photo] Spirited with pride | Students participate in Spirit Week

Published October 1, 2021
Two of the egg survivors (from left to right: Jazmin Alejandre and Breanna Kiarra) holding their successful designs from the egg massacre. The test was conducted by Physics teacher Mr. Manzano on Sept. 21.

[Photo] Challenging gravity with the iconic egg test

Published September 21, 2021
Two members of the St. Jude Leadership Club pose for the camera as they encourage students to join.

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Published September 21, 2021
The Korean Club stands in front of their colorful poster on the quad during lunch.

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Published September 21, 2021
JSA (Junior State of America) members circle the quad as they attempt at recruiting new members for their club.

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Published September 21, 2021
The Key Club poses for the camera as they keep interested students informed about their club.

[Photo] Club Rush: Students rush to find new circles

Published September 10, 2021
The Gender and Sexuality Alliance Club presents their welcoming sign at lunch on Sept. 9, 2021.

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Published September 10, 2021
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