Governor DeSantis vs. Disney

By Ana Perez, 9th Grade The ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Bill is a controversial piece of legislation that was recently signed by Governor Ron DeSantis. This bill prohibits teachers from discussing topics related to sexual orientation with school children from kindergarten until third grade. The bill also allows parents to decide what is appropriate for the students to learn, and if the policy is violated, parents … Continue reading Governor DeSantis vs. Disney

Elizabeth Holmes: The fake promise of Silicon Valley 

By Sofia Rojas, 9th Grade Elizabeth Holmes became the trending topic of entrepreneurs after she founded the blood-testing company of Theranos. But her image quickly remodeled itself after she was found guilty of 4 counts of fraud. So, who is Elizabeth Holmes?  Elizabeth Anne Holmes is an American businesswoman who was born on the 3rd of February 1984. She initially dropped out of Stanford to … Continue reading Elizabeth Holmes: The fake promise of Silicon Valley 

Scientists Protest for Climate Change 

By Carla López, 9th Grade Climate change is an extremely pressing problem for humanity and our environment. Although it is a naturally occurring phenomenon, the expansion of human industrialization has catalyzed it by inserting even more greenhouse gases into the atmosphere through cars, fossil fuel burning, etc. Scientists all over the world have put up a strong fight and warned the rest of the population … Continue reading Scientists Protest for Climate Change 

First Black Woman To Serve in SCOTUS: Ketanji Brown Jackson

By Linnette Cruz, 11th Grade On February 25, 2022, American attorney and jurist Ketanji Brown Jackson made history by becoming the first Black woman nominated to the Supreme Court. Two months later on April 7, 2022, after a bipartisan group of senators voted 53-47 to advance her nomination, the nation is moved as they witness history in the making. The retirement of Associate Justice Stephen … Continue reading First Black Woman To Serve in SCOTUS: Ketanji Brown Jackson

Russian War Crimes in Ukraine: The Bucha Massacre

By Ana Perez, 9th Grade The Bucha Massacre was a series of Russian war crimes committed by the Russian Armed Forces in the city of Bucha in the region of Kyiv Oblast which involved the killing of civilians. Evidence of the massacre first came out on April 1st after the Russian forces withdrew from the city. The mayor of Bucha, Anatoliy Fedoruk, announced that the … Continue reading Russian War Crimes in Ukraine: The Bucha Massacre

Don’t Say Gay Florida Bill

By Mabel Soriano, 11th Grade In recent decades, the public acceptance of the LGBTQ+ community has risen. In 2015, the United States declared same-sex marriage legal in all 50 states. However, the LGBTQ+ community is still battling to acquire rights already given to heterosexual individuals. Although prejudice is persistent, many advances have occurred. Well, until now.  The Florida Senate passed the “Don’t Say Gay” bill, … Continue reading Don’t Say Gay Florida Bill

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

MBS: The Controversial Saudi Prince

By Sofia Rojas, 9th Grade Mohammed Bin Salman, the crown prince of Saudi Arabia, has led the country for five years. Previously, he was seen as the “savior” and modernizer of the peninsula. However, that image was quickly shut down after the murder of new york times writer Jamal Khashoggi.  Mohammed Bin Salman Abdulaziz Al Saud also known as MBS was born on August 31st, … Continue reading MBS: The Controversial Saudi Prince

Women Under Taliban Rule

 By Sofia Rojas, 9th Grade The Taliban, a socio-religious regime with Islamic fundamentals has taken over as head of state in Afghanistan since May 1st, 2021. Since the U.S. removed its troops in the country the Taliban has taken control of the nation, and taken drastic abusive measures against Afghani women since, much of which fade from international coverage. Through the years, the Taliban has … Continue reading Women Under Taliban Rule

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