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BREATH OF FRESH AIR: Junior Emma Zuniga hikes in Peter’s Canyon to keep herself from being stressed. “To keep my mental health good I exercise everyday and go on walks with my family at night,” Zuniga said. Hiking trails in California are starting to open up again, allowing for more opportunities to spend time outside.

COVID-19 quarantine creates impact on student mental health

June 18, 2020

COVID 19 upends college plans for some students

June 18, 2020

Kitsinis has a messenger bag that she alternates daily to wear to school. She brings out her own style whether it be bags or jewelry. “Before and currently I have my own style that I didn’t want to just stop doing when I started wearing a uniform, so I just added on accessories or wore shoes that matched my own style.” Kitsinis said.
Photo by Athena Kitsinis

Students use personal style, enhance school uniform

June 5, 2020

IMPORTANT DATES-Included in this graphic are dates to keep an eye out for as the 2019-2020 school year comes to a close and the 2020-2021 school year is being prepped.

School year comes to an end, plans for next year emerge

June 5, 2020

PAWS WITH A CAUSE: Sophomore Elea Kerins pets a comfort dog on Wed., Feb. 26. According to Marlin, OC Animal Allies has about 150 dogs in their program that arrive in teams. He explains that there could be as many as 10 teams sent to a location. “Our community outreach and education programs are PAL program works within hospital facilities to provide pet therapy to Orange County but more importantly we’re also on the campuses at elementary, high school, and middle school students.” Marlin said.
Photo by Valerie Kramer

Therapy dogs to come more often to relieve student stress

June 5, 2020

TAKING A POSITIVE STANCE (left to right): Sophomore Maggie Dietrick, eighth grader Kate Dietrick, eighth grader Izzy Dastgheib, and sophomore Hannah Dastgheib pose wearing their invention: Read My Lips Masks

Sophomores share new invention, face masks for hard of hearing

June 3, 2020

THE STOLES: The day began with setup where over 300 stoles were unboxed and placed on display before giving them to the students. “The day went very well for all involved,” said Principal Frances Clare. “The senior level students with 4.0 GPA or higher began arriving with their families at 4:00 pm. The cars drove into Monarch Way, checked in and then Fr. Steve and I presented the students with their stoles and the famous MD cookies. Several faculty/staff members were present and they formed a line to cheer and recognize the students and families as they exited the parking lot.”

Senior students drive through for stole ceremony

May 27, 2020

Senior Natalia Reyes breaks up her daily routine, sticking to a schedule that allows her to balance her work and school schedule.

Students find a balance, helpful tips for time management

April 7, 2020

In light of the recent pandemic, most in personal volunteer events have been cancelled until people can safely gather again. However, the opportunities these organizations have to offer can be looked into as juniors prepare to complete their service hours in order to graduate next year.

Organizations offer volunteer opportunities

April 7, 2020

U.S. new law says “NO” to underage smokers

April 7, 2020

News briefs for April 3

News briefs for April 3

April 3, 2020

Coronavirus outbreak, school updates upcoming events

Coronavirus outbreak, school updates upcoming events

March 12, 2020

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