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The Roar

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The Roar

FOCUS: The English Learning Department’s journey to semantic inclusiveness and bilingual recognition

FOCUS: The English Learning Department’s journey to semantic inclusiveness and bilingual recognition

Amos Press February 18, 2022

Over the years, the nomenclature regarding students who speak another language and are learning English has changed in attempt to be more semantically correct. Previously, terms included “Limited English...

First and second generation immigrants at SCHS face pressure to succeed in numerous areas.

FOCUS: ‘There is no American dream’: first and second generation immigrants reflect on their experiences

Khadeejah Khan February 18, 2022

The American Dream, a phrase coined by James Truslow Adams in 1931, promotes the idea that economic success in America leads to stability and prosperity. For many immigrant families, this idea is their...

Multiracial students at SCHS appreciate the Bay Area's diverse community.

FOCUS: Multiracial students feel less outcasted in the Bay Area, yet the struggle to feel ‘seen’ is strong and unrelenting

Mylinh Duong February 18, 2022

SCHS is home to a rich and diverse community. While diversity can serve as a connective bridge for students, there is a major gray area for those of multiracial roots who feel they do not belong. Not...

FOCUS: American, Asian and Latine populations celebrate traditional customs and holidays

FOCUS: American, Asian and Latine populations celebrate traditional customs and holidays

Amelia Tai February 18, 2022

The population of SCHS is a diverse one, and many students and staff members celebrate holidays that are not traditionally observed in the United States. Ranging from the continent of Asia to the country...

SPORTS: New football league formed to promote fairness

SPORTS: New football league formed to promote fairness

Andrew Littlefield February 18, 2022

Earlier this year, the Silicon Valley Athletic League and the Peninsula Athletic League announced they would be combining to create one 32-team football league. This league will be separated into five...

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