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How to prove to yourself that you are not a failure at seventeen
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“Your teenage years are the best of your life,” is a commonly regurgitated cliche that has infiltrated my perception of adolescence, since my earliest cognisant memory. My thirteenth birthday was a pivotal moment in my upbringing. As I entered the elusive world of being a teenage girl, I felt exhilarated but simultaneously frightened. On…
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“Once Upon A Mattress” enchants audiences
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Roses pile upon the edge of the stage as glistening specs of light dance on the rich burgundy satin as the curtains close for the final call. From Nov. 6-9, the NPHS PAC was transformed into a magical kingdom, transporting its audience into the musical “Once Upon A Mattress” written by Marshall Barer, Dean…
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The Decline in Game Show Culture within the modern day
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From touchless pay to mass automation within every industry, human connection has been declining, and if it follows the downward spiral it has been on, it will ultimately be lost. Over the past few decades there has been a rapid decrease in the viewership of game shows and live television programs as a whole.…
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Women fight for their place in sports media
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Only 38 percent of women are sports photographers, while the other 62 percent are men, according to Zippia.com. Throughout history, the photography and sports media industries have been heavily dominated by men. Women have fought for a place in sports media and continue to work to create more gender equality within the industry. Katharine…
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“The Life of a Showgirl” shines like “Opalite”
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My first recollection of freedom was choosing music on my iPod Touch. At the age of five, I could not spell out my own address, but I did know one thing: I liked Taylor Swift. Taylor Swift has been my favorite artist for my entire life; no one has ever rivaled her. After my…
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Volunteering Clubs make an impact at NPHS
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Sea the Change – Lily Minor and Ameila Abram, seniors, smile as they stand in front of their booth. “We all live on this earth. Let’s try to take good care of it and just be good global citizens. And one great way to do that is by volunteering and helping out the Earth…
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NPHS unlocked a magical homecoming dance
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As lush green vines hang down gracefully, fairy lights illuminate the NPHS quad, revealing hundreds of smiling faces. On Saturday, Oct. 11, Associated Student Government [ASG] held the “Secret Garden” homecoming dance, which was led up to with the neon-themed homecoming football game, festive posters that decorated campus and rallies held by ASG to…
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How to win the war with yourself
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Everyone is fighting a silent battle, whether they realize it or not. A gory, bloody, merciless battle with their greatest opponent: themself. When I was a little girl, I had a recurring dream: a twisted, demented, recurring dream. My slumber revealed to me my truest and most vulnerable wish. I wanted to completely change…
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Falling in love with seasonal snacks
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Ghosts & Bats Crispy Potato Snacks, 8/10, $2.99 As the only savory treat I picked out, I had high expectations for the intricately shaped potato chips. These chips are a great light snack that satisfy the common recurrence of desiring a salty snack. I strongly recommend purchasing these chips. Pumpkin Joe-Joe’s Cookies, 8/10, $2.99…
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Local art paints a picture of community
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Art is all around, provoking not only thought and emotion, but also fostering community. In Newbury Park, local artists have unique opportunities to display their talents, and on campus, art takes form in a multitude of ways. Newbury Park High School [NPHS] students can foster their love for art or explore a new passion…