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L to R: Arianna Mairiscal, Nadia Gruhke and Damady Vergenza from Dance Company perform at the Black History Concert.

PHOTO STORY: Black History Concert

The school recognized African-American heritage in its latest show on Feb. 16, 2024.
Godzilla versus Kong is sure to be a spectacular battle for the ages

Harriet Tubman being added to twenty dollar bill

The Biden administration’s announcement of efforts to append human rights activist Harriet Tubman to this note of currency has inspired optimism among students regarding future representation.
By Andrew Vega, Staff Writer Feb 25, 2021
“I think that it's about time they did something to recognize the Black Americans that helped build our nation.” -Senior Charles Hunter said.
Pilar Sims

Pilar Sims: Why Black pride is important

"The unification of the Black communities helps combat the current system, allowing for alternative ways for Black people to flourish in a society that benefits them little or none."
By Pilar Sims, Editor in Chief Feb 24, 2020
"The unification of the Black communities helps combat the current system, allowing for alternative ways for Black people to flourish in a society that benefits them little or none."
Black history is often taught in condensed form, being just a chapter in a U.S. history book and almost always only about slavery. Nothing more is required by the curriculum.

Black History Month: Moving forward by looking back

Black Student Union and black students on campus share their black pride.
By Caroline Ortiz and Estefania Lopez Feb 11, 2020
Black Student Union and black students on campus share their black pride.
As the sun comes down the moon comes up, Enrique Berganza, preps his mic and gets ready for the Fall concert at Van Nuys High School on Oct. 18, 2019.

Celebrate Black History with the Black History Concert

The Vocal department, Dance department and the Black Student Union will organize the Black History Concert on Feb. 7 to celebrate black history and culture.
By Milton Najarro, Staff Writer Feb 3, 2020
The Vocal department, Dance department and the Black Student Union will organize the Black History Concert on Feb. 7 to celebrate black history and culture.
Jazz Ensemble performing their pieces at the Black History Concert.

Celebrating Black History Month

VNHS presented the Black History Month concert
By Jessica Eusebio, Entertainment Editor Feb 7, 2019
VNHS Music and Dance Departments perform pieces in honor of Black History Month
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