Ani Tutunjyan, Executive Editor & Print Editor-in-Chief
Billionaires are evil, and you’ll NEVER be one
The chances of anyone becoming a billionaire is next to impossible, yet the fact that it isn’t impossible gives people the hope of becoming one.
PRO | CON: Backpack searches
Backpack searches. Are they an effective measure to reducing weapon related violence in schools or a way for school administrators to randomly search your belongings?
Who is LAUSD’s new superintendent?
Alberto Carvalho, who has been Miami-Dade County Public Schools superintendent since 2008 and received national recognition for his leadership, will be the next superintendent of LAUSD.
LAUSD may push back deadline for student covid vaccinations to fall 2022
The Board of Education will vote Tuesday whether to delay the vaccine mandate deadline until the Fall 2022 semester.
Students stay at home amid arson threat made by Instagram Account
Hallways were uncharacteristically quiet as many students did not attend school due to a threat made over Instagram by a private account "vnhs_burnn" warning individuals to “Stay tuned on friday [sic].”
Calling all the wrestlers to Coach Ramon Tovar
“No kid has ever come into my wrestling room and wrestled a season or two and not walked out a stronger person on the inside. It teaches you how to be tough.”
PROFILE | New principal takes the reins
Principal, Lourdes De Santiago, brings her prior experience as both a teacher and as an administrator to help run the school, in person, amidst a pandemic. Her academic career began when she worked as a paraprofessional at Polytechnic High School. After getting her teaching credentials, she went on to teach at James Monroe High School as well as Polytechnic High School. She later took on administrative positions such as Dean of Discipline at Polytechnic, a Title I coordinator, and a Principal.
Stress sucks
Teenagers are struggling to stay afloat in school as they deal with stress, anxiety and other mental health struggles prevailing from quarantine
School administers SAT and PSAT/NMSQT
Students came to school with their No. 2 pencils, IDs and calculators to take the SAT or PSAT.
Spirited with pride: Students participate in Spirit Week
Students wore themed outfits for the week leading up to the Homecoming football game and parade and — now postponed — dance.
‘Here’s to the happy couple!’: AP Research students marry their research topics
Mr. Goins's AP Research students married the topics they will be researching for the year by conducting wedding vows.
Nine covid-19 cases confirmed during first week of in-person instruction
Students were sent home on Friday to quarantine for two weeks after three students tested positive for covid-19.
Six students receive scholarship from former alumni
VNHS Alumni from the class of 1957 offers scholarship to six graduates from the 2021 class
Exit interviews: Questions and answers with VNHS’ newest retirees
Ever wondered what your teachers plan to do during retirement? We asked a few VNHS faculty and staff that have decided to retire a few questions about there life after retirement as well as the things they will miss when they are gone.
Leaving a legacy | Principal Gardea retires
After a long career in education and serving as principal for eight years, Yolanda Gardea has made the decision to retire.
He’s history: Teacher Robert Crosby retires
A longstanding member of the teacher roster and UTLA retires.
Biden will be the next President. Now what?
What President-elect Joe Biden’s victory means for America.
Three UC campuses have extended their application deadline
UC Santa Cruz, UC Riverside and UC Merced are still accepting freshman applications through Dec. 15.
AcaDec places fourth in LAUSD competition
After competing in this year’s first scrimmage, the Academic Decathlon team placed fourth overall in LAUSD.
When Armenians needed you most, you stood in silence
Thousands of Armenian lives were lost to protect cultural lands, only for them to be handed over to those who tried to kill every person living in it.
The presidential war
Voters in the 2020 election must decide between candidates Joe Biden and Donald Trump
Annual College Fest at LAVC approaching
Los Angeles Valley College will hold its annual College Fest on Saturday, Sept. 12 to help students learn more about different colleges.
Four students revealed as finalists for the national Congressional Arts Competition.
Four students from Ms. Jennelle Song's class are revealed to be finalists for this national competition. Winners' artwork will be displayed in Washington D.C.
Mr. Greene wins a battle against cancer
After taking a leave of absence to receive treatment for colon cancer, Mr. Greene returns to school tumor-free.
Grad N Go: An unprecedented graduation
After much anticipation and uncertainty from seniors, it has been announced that the graduating class of 2020 will have an in-person ceremony.
LAUSD to start the new school year mid-August but whether campuses will reopen remains uncertain, Beutner says
Superintendent Austin Beutner said Monday in a live address that the 2020-2021 school year will start Aug. 18, but has made no decision whether students will return to classrooms at that time.
INFOGRAPHIC: Helping a person breathe
Ventilators have become a critical tool for keeping covid-19 patients in critical condition alive. How do they work?
How to Cope with Quarantine
Discover some ways you can spend your days indoors and stay entertained during the covid-19 pandemic.
Staying Focused Through All the Panic
Staying on task when learning from home can be a challenge, but these set of tips can help you tune out distractions and be productive.
Campus Remains Open, Operating as a Grab & Go Food Center
While LAUSD schools remain closed in response to coronavirus, Van Nuys HS continues to distribute free meals to students, functioning as a Grab & Go Food Center.
Student Body Elections Postponed
Student board and ASB elections have been delayed and moved online in response to school closures following surging coronavirus cases in Los Angeles County.
A man in China tests positive for hantavirus. No, it’s nothing like coronavirus.
A passenger who died on a bus in China tested positive for hantavirus, an infection spread by rodents.
Schools to be closed until May 1, Superintendent Beutner announces
LAUSD schools will be closed until at least May 1, District Superintendent Beutner announced on Monday amid the coronavirus outbreak.
From the Hallways of Van Nuys to the Corridors of Yale
Luciana Soria-Robles joins the Yale Class of 2024.
Find out which school events are cancelled due to covid-19 pandemic
As the threat of coronavirus looms, LAUSD is taking action to help prevent the spread of the virus by requesting all schools cancel or postpone any events with large gatherings.
Cal State Northridge students self-quarantined amid concerns of covid-19 exposure
CSUN directed a group of 13 students who had attended a conference in Washington D.C. to self-quarantine after two conference attendees tested positive for covid-19.
Covid-19 update: California declares health emergency
As the threat of community spread of coronavirus rises in Los Angeles, LAUSD is prompted to formulate a plan.
Everything You Need to Know About the CA Primary
Learn where you can vote and who’s running to secure the Democratic nomination for the 2020 Presidential Election later this year.
Brian Acosta: A Dean Looking to Help Students Succeed
Mr. Brian Acosta is a new addition to the administrative staff serving as a Dean of Students, with hopes of providing students with safety and guidance through the academic year.
WASC To Visit Campus
The Western Association of Schools and Colleges will visit the school to validate its credits and diplomas.
Coronavirus, Influenza, Whooping Cough Target: You
How you can be targeted by the coronavirus, the flu and the whooping cough.
Academic Decathlon Advances to State Competition
The Academic Decathlon team will be competing at state after placing 8th at regionals.
House of Blues: music foundation partners with Technical Arts
The House of Blues Music Forward Foundation, an organization aiming to advance student careers in the performing and technical arts, is partnering with the school to immerse students in the music industry, with a focus on the behind the scenes happenings of performances.
Explore New Subjects During Splash @ UCLA
Students can choose from 65 classes to attend during Splash @ UCLA on Saturday, Feb. 1 to learn subjects ranging from quantum physics to American politics.
Money Managing 101
Money Management Week will be hosted next week by First Gen Empowerment Project to provide students with the programs they need to pursue life after high school.
New Year, New Furniture
Students welcomed the new semester with brand new furniture but it was not what the school was expecting.
Lawsuits Fire Back at College Entrance Exams
Students, parents, education advocacy groups, and the Compton Unified School District have filed lawsuits against the University of California system, arguing that its requirement of the SAT or ACT is unlawful and discriminatory.
LAUSD’s fight against Juul
LAUSD has filed a class-action lawsuit against e-cigarette industry leader Juul, saying students’ health is at risk.
Students celebrate Día de los Muertos with the Homecoming dance
With over 950 tickets sold, this year's Homecoming became the biggest school event ever.
The Mirror Continues Award-Winning Streak
The Mirror took home four individual awards at the Journalism Day write-off competition on Saturday, Oct. 19.
The Mirror Receives National Recognition in 36th Gold Circle Awards
Various the Mirror staff members from the year 2018-2019 won eight awards in the 36th Gold Circle Awards.
UTLA protests against LAUSD’s decisions during the Saddleridge Brush Fire
The Saddleridge Brush Fire led to poor air quality and unpleasant smells throughout areas of the Valley. LAUSD, however, chose to continue instruction.
New Law Will Require California High Schools to Start Later
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs SB 328 into law, mandating middle and high schools to start school at a later time.
California Scholarship Federation Members Announced
California Scholarship Federation announced 92 students who qualified for membership this semester.
Extreme Makeover: A-G Office Edition
Caution. Room 119 is under construction: the A-G offices in the main building are getting a brand new makeover.
