
Elizabeth Escobar, Staff Writer

Explore the best weekend activities in Los Angeles
Combine leisure and service for a fulfilling weekend

Teachers adapt to surprise i-Ready exam schedule after wildfire closures
New block schedule introduced for i-Ready exams

High school students face sleep crisis amid coursework
Academic demands and extracurriculars cut into students' sleep time

Students gear up for careers in high school automotive program
Practical projects keep students engaged and motivated

Thanksgiving’s origin and its shift toward consumerism
Exploring Thanksgiving's transformation from sacred to commercial

Enjoy three unique winter experiences this weekend in L.A.
Discover festive fun with local winter events

What students need to know about the 2024 election
Breaking down what happened on election night

Honoring our seniors: Nov. 1 pep rally
The school gathered to celebrate seniors across campus for this month's student pep rally, hosted by ASB.

Survivor island showdown: Seniors crowned Spirit Week champions after epic showdown
What happened at the pep rally of the school’s most extraordinary Spirit Week yet.

ASB adds a twist to this year’s homecoming spirit week
Hear what went on with the planning and promoting of Van Nuys’ most exciting Spirit Week yet.

Cell phone debate: Is it time to say goodbye to cell phones during school?
A history teacher and a student faced off in the big gym during lunchtime to argue about banning smart-phones at school in light of a new state law and LAUSD school board resolution.