Author: Jessica Zhou

  • Making the cut – College Edition

    Making the cut – College Edition

    The impact of education  Let’s play a game. In a short 1,460 days, you must become captain of a sports team, president of eight clubs and take every AP and IB class on campus, all while getting straight A’s and a perfect score on the SAT. That’s just the beginning. Get ready to spend…

  • Girls scout for service

    Girls scout for service

    Everyone knows about Girl Scouts, whether it be from their cookies or service. They have worked hard and long to foster a welcoming and healthy environment for young girls across the nation.  Katelyn Truong, junior, has been in Girl Scouts since first grade. As one of the older troops, Truong’s troop often plans camp…

  • Panthers explore the world

    Panthers explore the world

    Many people recall making their best memories travelling to different parts of the world. Immersing themselves in different cultures, trying the food and rendering service to those in need are all part of the experience. Over this past winter break, several students had the opportunity to fit in one last  travel experience before the…

  • Tea time with Brian Chau

    Tea time with Brian Chau

    Brian Chau, junior, is known for his quiet and sweet personality. Whether it be at the math center or on the tennis team, he is hardworking and always willing to help. I got the chance to sit down with Chau to learn more about him over a cup of tea.    If you could…

  • Athletic trainers work behind the spotlight

    Athletic trainers work behind the spotlight

    While the athletes are giving their best on the field, a group of students are silently watching from the crowd, constantly alert for any emergency situation that may happen. Although many people may not notice them in the game, the athletic trainers are an integral part in the athletic department.   The main job of…

  • In memory of Mrs. Sanders

    An energetic smile, signature bright sweater and deep passion for education. Teresa Miller Sanders embodied all of these and much more. She passed away on Nov. 19 after a long battle with stomach cancer. Known around campus as Teri, she was a beloved English teacher who was integral to the Newbury Park High School…

  • “Knives Out” stuns audiences

     “Knives Out” is the newest addition to the “whodunit genre,” placing a fresh twist on classics such as “Clue.” Released worldwide on Nov. 27, the movie has received critical acclaim and currently holds a 96 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Seeing as most of the horror movies of 2019 have been pretty horrible, we…

  • Luke Varav joins national team

    While many NPHS students took the opportunity to reunite with families and travel to new places during Thanksgiving break, senior Luke Varav boarded a plane to Sweden to start off a tournament with the Estonia National Soccer Team.  Varav’s passion for soccer started ever since he could walk and it continues as a major…

  • Best Dance Crew brings excitement

    On Oct. 19, students from various groups on campus competed in the second annual NPHS Best Dance Crew. Ranging from football to theater, the groups practiced in the weeks leading up to the event, mastering choreography prepared by the dance team. In a packed gym, 15 groups performed in front of three judges who…