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“Cabaret” cast says “Willkommen” to audiences
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From March 14 to 30, the Civic Arts Plaza was transformed into the “Kit Kat Club.” “Cabaret,” a musical which takes place in pre WWII Germany, tells a story known for its eccentric costumes, lively dance numbers and most of all, its intended lesson about the dangers of apathy in a time of rising…
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CVUSD community protects book accessibility
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Introduction In our country, there have always been controversies surrounding the banning and censoring of books. Though it often feels far removed from NPHS, with our curriculum consisting heavily of banned literature, there have been debates within the CVUSD. Local parents, teachers, students and admin continue to debate this topic, while several states are…
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“Harry Potter” enchants audiences
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From March 13-16, the NPHS Theater department transported viewers to the fantastical destination of Hogwarts. Following the children of widely beloved characters such as Harry, Ron and Hermione, “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” begs the question: what if it was possible to turn back time? Playing the role of Scorpius Malfoy, son of…
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Boys’ volleyball attacks the upcoming season
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Oftentimes, the season of spring is symbolic of renewal. With the spring season of NPHS sports beginning, the return of warm weather also marks a new season for boys’ volleyball. Though their season will begin anew, the team’s established connection has resumed– a vital element to their gameplay. Boys’ volleyball’s first game on Feb.…
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Slowing down is not a crime
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It was a windy January evening, and as I drove home, adhering to the same rules as four-way stops since the traffic lights were shut down, I paused. This must mean that the power at my house had gone out. For a moment, I panicked. I proceeded to walk into my home and noticed…
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NPHS dancers express themselves through solos
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As the NPHS Dance Team continues to travel around California for their competitions, their last local event was hosted at NPHS on Feb. 1. Every dancer performed their own solo, each dedicated to the retelling of their personal story. While the dance team competes in many different categories, most of their dances are typically…
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Billie Eilish concert is “the greatest” ever
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On Dec. 20 at the Kia Forum, my life was forever altered. One may ask why, and that is because I was blessed enough to attend Billie Eilish’s “HIT ME HARD AND SOFT” tour, which was perhaps “the greatest” concert I have ever attended. I am still “happier than ever” that my friends and…
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CRPD offers sports for all ages
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Newbury Park High School offers numerous sports, in which hundreds of students participate. While only a few of these students will go on to play these sports in the future, the Conejo Recreation & Park District [CRPD] offers a variety of sports to keep adults and senior citizens active, even in their busy lives.…
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Maintaining neutrality is a privilege
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Although the election has come and gone, political discourse amongst Americans is here to stay, for better or worse. I, like many others, noticed that my social media feed was filled with content surrounding people’s thoughts on the election once the results were announced on Nov. 6. However, amongst political postings from Democrats and…
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NPHS orchestra strings melodies and emotion together
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When one googles “the best composers of all time,” many people will pop up, including the likes of Beethoven, Debussy and Bach. The iconic pieces these composers are known for are complex and emotional, but one may not realize their many nuances. For a single musician in the orchestra, it takes lots of time,…