The “New” Little Mermaid?

By Gloria Marie Alcantara, 12th Grade Disney Studios has found itself refacing an old controversy from three years ago when they released the first look at their newest live-adaptation of the Little Mermaid set to release next year. This adaptation has been one that has been both dreaded and anticipated, not by the little kids who want to see Ariel, but by the older audiences … Continue reading The “New” Little Mermaid?

The #FreeKesha Movement

By Ana Perez, 9th Grade Kesha, formerly known as Ke$ha, is a famous American singer that rose to fame after her singles ‘TikTok’ and ‘Die Young’ topped the charts in the early 2010s. Born in Nashville, she moved to Los Angeles at 17 where she signed with Kemosabe Records (owned by Sony Music), and debuted as an artist in 2010 with her album ‘Animal’ with … Continue reading The #FreeKesha Movement

The Slap and the rest of the Oscars

By Carla López, 9th Grade This past weekend, the Academy Awards presented ‘The Oscars’ honoring the motion pictures industries since 1929. These awards are considered the grand dame of film award ceremonies, claiming to reward members of the Academy, fairly, through the best work in technical, production and performance aspects from films. The honors are more likely to be given to projects that are highly … Continue reading The Slap and the rest of the Oscars

The Return of Formula 1

By Duane Bollig, 9th Grade This past weekend the long-awaited return of Formula 1 returns this year after the controversial title finish in Abu Dhabi by Max Verstappen, saw various new changes in regulations and in staff. One of the major changes was the decision to replace the race director Michael Massi, who delivered one of the most controversial finishes to a Grand Prix when … Continue reading The Return of Formula 1

The Future of Post-pandemic Broadway

By Linnette Cruz, 11th Grade It is no surprise that the COVID-19 crisis has affected every aspect of our everyday life ever since the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the virus a global pandemic in March 2020. The rampant virus has managed to transform the way we work, shop, and live in our current society–and the global theater industry has been no exception. Due to … Continue reading The Future of Post-pandemic Broadway

Spotify Wrapped, Corporate America, and Internships

By Sydney Joa, 11th Grade At the beginning of December, every single Spotify user receives their very own Spotify Wrapped–a comprehensive analysis of their annual listening habits on the app. Then with a click to share it, people go on Instagram, Twitter, and even TikTok to show off their music tastes with a certain enthusiasm that you don’t see every day. In a way, Spotify … Continue reading Spotify Wrapped, Corporate America, and Internships

The Mess That Was Dance Moms

By Ana Perez, 9th Grade “Dance Moms” was a reality TV show that aired from 2011 – 2019, following the training of children at the Abby Lee Dance Company Junior Elite Team as they compete in weekly dance competitions and the relationships between Abby Lee Miller and their mothers – or mostly their constant bickering. Although the show gained popularity because of the dramatic fights … Continue reading The Mess That Was Dance Moms

Obsessed with the sociopathic TV show You? So are we

By Linnette Cruz, 11th Grade You, yes you. Welcome. Don’t worry, this is a spoiler-free zone here. Honestly, who would’ve thought that we as a society would be so addicted to a TV show about an unconventionally attractive twenty-something-year-old man named Joe killing beautiful white women in the name of love (and if you’re not, congrats, consider yourself normal–or stuck under a rock)? The enormously … Continue reading Obsessed with the sociopathic TV show You? So are we