Issues

Editor #3 I disagree that this shows that you should not become a teacher. When parrots speak, it is not actually speech—it is merely mimicry. Not all species of birds…

Editor #15 The ardent liberal inside of me is frantically scrambling to say, “Don’t go to the right side! Stay on the left. We have 100 percent organic vegan cookies…

Editor #3 Freedom of speech is a natural right that exists beyond the scope of humanity and government. Every person in the United States is entitled to his or her…

FOOD: Many criticize the benefits of food stamps because they see them as a way to abuse government funding even though they are desperately needed to support the survival of…

HARMFUL: The United States Department of Agriculture continues to distribute food stamps (Electronic Benefit Transfer) cards to aid Americans not in need of assistance. By Valeria Gutierrez, Staff Writer As…

BATTLE: Poly Spanish teacher David Frymire remembers his battle with prostate cancer. By Andrea Alvarado, Staff Writer Enduring and overcoming hardships often results in a new outlook on life. Poly’s…

Editor #21 Hopeless In California, your worries are mutual. If you want to be entered in the college lottery, you must fill out—to perfection—the Common App, any supplemental work your…

Editor #10 College applications are the ticket to freedom for most seniors. That being said, they are also a real pain. With the UCs requiring lengthy personal essays, it has…

Editor #10 Peer pressure can encourage new experiences such as trying new foods with friends or doing something fun you would not normally do (i.e. roller-skating, rock climbing, boating, etc).…

Editor #3 Peer pressure is something that all ages deal with, but it always seems to be harder for teens—more than any other age group—to be themselves. All people, though…