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The Roar

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The Roar

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The Roar

A&E: Advocating for inclusivity of celebrations during the holiday season

A&E: Advocating for inclusivity of celebrations during the holiday season

Samira Ahemed December 13, 2024

Holiday season in the United States is often synonymous with Christmas, a celebration that dominates cultural, commercial and media spaces. Yet, in a country defined by its diversity, many feel the spotlight...

A&E: Turn it up or turn it off

A&E: Turn it up or turn it off

Jackie Duran December 13, 2024

While getting ready for school one October morning, junior Bella Reyes caught herself humming the classic song “Jingle Bell Rock.” She marked the first play of her festive playlist as the first official...

SPOTLIGHT: Capturing the moment

SPOTLIGHT: Capturing the moment

Aisha Shafik and Nishi Vijayvargiya December 13, 2024

After years of smartphone dominance in photography, a revival of traditional alternative devices have emerged among teenagers. From digital camera trends to using professional lenses, some students are...

Music director Johnny Erdman plays the piano as his choir students sing along and harmonize.

CAMPUS: Choir expands its diversity and inclusion in and out of the class

Ruben Gonzalez October 25, 2024

In room E103, students eagerly coalesce into a pod of voices as music director Johnny Erdman directs them through “Aurora Borealis.” SCHS seems to focus on cultural and linguistic diversity, and the...

Prior to implementing the cell phone policy, many teachers allowed students to use electronic devices in class more frequently.

CAMPUS: New cell phone policy aims to prevent distractions

Asia Celestine October 25, 2024

California governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 3216, the Phone-Free Schools Act, on Sept. 23, 2024, prohibiting cell phone use during school hours in all districts state-wide. Entering the 2024-2025...

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