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The Roar

The student news site of Santa Clara High School

The Roar

The student news site of Santa Clara High School

The Roar

Despite never playing a sport before, one reporter finds a passion for flag football.

One reporter reflects on her experience playing a new sport as a senior

Asia Celestine October 21, 2024

Growing up in the busy city of New York, sports were limited. The schools I attended did not offer sports and my parents were not involved in athletics, so I was not introduced at a young age like most...

In reality, 'girl talk' is much more than having silly conversation, instead, it is a chance for girls to connect with each other.

OPINION: One reporter shares her perspective on ‘girl talk’

Jackie Duran October 4, 2024

When girls converse within groups, engaging in “girl talk,” it is often assumed to be an unserious discussion about boys. In reality, girl talk is a community where women can trust each other and discuss...

One reporter shares her journey with communication.

Communication is key

Amanda Troll April 16, 2024

Communication and understanding others’ points of view and emotions has always been a big part of my life in many ways. Being able to understand people and be heard is such an important value of mine,...

One reporter reflects on being multiracial and how it influences her daily life.

Between both worlds

Amanda Troll November 2, 2023

Too Asian to be white, too white to be Asian, is how things have been for my entire life. I am a mixed race student, Taiwanese on my mom’s side and white on my dad’s. Yet, I often feel more disconnected...

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