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Richard Feynman was quite the curious character. He ascended to the highest forms of academia at Princeton, Cornell and Caltech, yet remained a prankster at heart.

Richard Feynman and the art of teaching

By Daimler Koch, Online Editor-in-Chief • Aug 29, 2023
Or, why the bongo guy in “Oppenheimer” is more important than he was portrayed to be
Ressa Partida is always pushing herself to new limits, as marathon training has been a part of her routine since her high school graduation.

Marathon running
Going the extra mile

By Emely Arevalo and Jaden Gervacio • Apr 13, 2023

The abridged version of this article appeared in the Feb. 2023 print edition of The Mirror. This is an uncut version. Growing up, Ms. Reesa Partida was exposed to the world of endurance sports through...

The contract, which was years in the making, will give wage increases and appreciation bonuses for SEIU employees.

BREAKING NEWS: SEIU Local 99 and LAUSD reach tentative deal with pay raises, bonuses, and health benefits

By Baron Kim, Staff • Mar 24, 2023
After a cold and rainy three-day strike, the SEIU Local 99 members finally reached an agreement with the LAUSD board on March 24.
5 Minutes with…Theater Teacher Mr. Justin Baldridge

5 Minutes with…Theater Teacher Mr. Justin Baldridge

By Rainielle Santos, Staff Writer • Dec 14, 2022
Mr. Baldridge shares the last movie watched, the meal he’d eat for the rest of his life and what his warning label would say if he had one.
Mr. Kayne poses for his 'mugshot'.

5 MINUTES WITH…
History Teacher Mr. Douglas Kayne

By Allison Antonio, News/Features Editor • Jan 15, 2022
Teaching history wasn’t always his passion. Mr. Kayne comedically unravels his past jobs and experiences that led him on his current path, as well as some regrets and advice.
Interview with Ms. Danielle Greenwood on zoom.

Former substitute goes full-time

By Julia Pfau, Perspectives Editor • Jan 26, 2021
Ms. Greenwood's journey from substitute to official teacher during the pandemic.
STAGE DESIGN COACH Mr. William Potter enjoys teaching students how to express themselves artistically through design.

Q&A | New Theater Design teacher takes the stage

By Angelica Venturina, Print Editor-in-Chief • Nov 10, 2020
Theatre design teacher William Potter joins Van Nuys High School with new goals and ambitions.
Bakenhus takes a new position.

Ms. Bakenhus: Saying Her Goodbyes to Van Nuys

By Jack Beckman-Smith • Mar 7, 2019
Former Assistant Principal Ms. Bakenhus transfers to Amelia Earhart Continuation School where she takes over as Principal.
A half eaten rotten apple.

Our Nation Doesn’t Value Teachers. That’s a Problem.

By Stefanie Tyo • Mar 5, 2019
The devaluation of teachers has reached an all time high that may very well impact education as a whole.
Mr. Aronson teaching

Learning To Teach: A Lesson In Challenges

By Lucas Shim • Jan 14, 2019
Mr. Aronson is enrolled in a credential program and instructing the classroom in order to learn how to become a teacher.
Mr. Michael Levy

Mr. Michael Levy: Guiding Students to Success

By Lucas Shim • Oct 5, 2018
Mr. Michael Levy, the new VNHS residential counselor, was the school's testing coordinator last year.
End of the Show for Drama’s Mr. Olea

End of the Show for Drama’s Mr. Olea

By Lucas Shim and Stefanie Tyo • Jun 5, 2018
Teaching Honors English and Theater Arts classes since 2006, Mr. Randy Olea retires from teaching.
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