Campus Life – The Scarlet Scroll

Seniors working on College Apps with COVID restrictions

Seniors working on College Apps with COVID restrictions

Jocelyn McGuinness, Content and Coverage Editor
January 12, 2021

IN THE MOMENT: Sophomore Desiree Tran participates in her Art II class from home. As a remote learning student, Tran works at home and ask her teachers questions through email or Zoom.

Arts teachers, students find success in blended learning format

Jocelyn McGuinness, Jayme Solomon, and Matthew DeCollibus
December 8, 2020

Clubs adapt to new norm

Clubs adapt to new norm

Oliver Cary and Laila Gonzales
December 8, 2020

SINGING FOR JOY: Senior Reese Wineroth and junior Kimberly Pidazo sing the gathering song at the beginning of the Celebration of Life prayer service. Pidazo’s favorite song that she sang at the event was

Right to Life Club organizes prayer service

Emma Califato and Kira Imhoff
December 8, 2020

NEW YEAR NEW FORMAT: Cars gather in front of the Meruelo Athletic Center on Oct. 21 to watch and listen to the information night on a specific radio channel. Cars were separated by one parking space to ensure social distancing protocols are being followed. “We got a lot of great feedback. Parents and students alike were excited to come to campus versus doing something on Zoom.” Director of Admissions Marketing and Special Events Jennifer Hornbuckle said.

Drive-In Info Night welcomes prospective families

Danielle Jones, Kathleen Khorn, and Izzy Kellman
November 9, 2020

READY, SET, GO: On Oct. 20, the all male kingsmen honors choir recorded the vocals for the upcoming virtual Fall Concert that will take place on Nov. 1. They all sing their song “Homeward Bound” with their mask on and while maintaining social distancing standards. Sophomore Benjamin Thai, senior Justin Vu, and senior Kenny Pham talk between takes of their song. “I missed the live audience from in-person concerts, but I was also less nervous singing for the virtual concert.” Benjamin Thai said.

Photo slideshow: Choir rehearses for Fall Concert

Rachel O'Sullivan and Emma Bragalone
October 31, 2020

FACE THE MUSIC: As handbells practiced with Boomwhackers outside of the choir room on Sept. 17, senior Natalie Erhard gets ready to sort each instrument. Boomwhackers are hollow plastic tubes that are used as instruments. “We are using boomwhackers for a couple of fun pieces that are a little more casual for MD Unplugged,” Erhard said. MD Unplugged is an event showcasing the school’s soloists, small groups, and handbells which will take place on Oct. 17 at 7:30pm in the Grotto

Handbells group uses boomwhackers for performance

Kira Imhoff and Emily Evans
October 13, 2020

With a smile on her face, Junior and Campus Ministry Commissioner Emma Middlemas holds up a hand-drawn sign to let people know what’s going on campus.

Food drive raises $2K in gift cards for those affected by COVID-19

Laila Gonzales, Staff Reporter
October 1, 2020

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

Curran Nielsen and Laila Gonzales
June 18, 2020

COVID 19 upends college plans for some students

COVID 19 upends college plans for some students

Valerie Kramer, Content Editor/Print Manager
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

Danielle Jones and Laila Gonzales
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

Mia Hawkins and Jocelyn McGuinness
June 5, 2020

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