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Girls’ wrestling fights for the top spot
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On the mat, the Newbury Park High School [NPHS] girls wrestling team has dueled its way to the top. This season, the team was Marmonte League champions and made it to the quarter-finals of CIF duals. For senior co-captain Madison Black, this season has been the culmination of her high school wrestling career, currently…
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Thou shall debate about Shakespeare
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Bruno Shapiro: Reading Shakespeare’s works is, as he described life in “King John,” “as tedious as a twice-told tale, vexing the dull ear of a drowsy man,” or, plainly, repetitive and boring. The California Department of Education requires that public high school students learn to study and analyze a variety of Shakespeare’s works as…
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My new year’s resolution: to rediscover myself
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I have long been a philosophical child. I always had more questions than my parents or teachers had answers, and gathered knowledge to hoard it away in the cracks and crevices of my mind. When I was little, I did things because they were fun, because they brought me joy. In my most vivid…
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Seniors commit to college early decision
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As the college application season comes to a close, many seniors may recall the host of emotions experienced during this process. The anticipation of the decisions that will shape their next four years may create feelings of stress, excitement or nervousness. For several students at Newbury Park High School [NPHS], they opted for a…
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NPHS dance department performs winter concert
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Awash with vibrant colors and diverse song choices, the winter dance concert titled “Legacy” honored the works of famous musicians, both modern and from ages past. From Dec. 4-6, this performance in the Newbury Park High School [NPHS] Performing Arts Center featured dancers from the Beginning and Intermediate Dance classes, dance team, IB Dance…
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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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NPHS rock climbers scale new heights
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Whether it is by scaling a mountainside rock face or conquering an indoor boulder route, NPHS’ rock climbers work to improve their technique in this unique, collaborative sport. A diverse sport, styles of rock climbing vary based on the height of the rock wall as well as the techniques and equipment used. Top roping…
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Cutting SNAP benefits harms America’s working class
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Imagine your Thanksgiving table. Can you smell the turkey, the mashed potatoes, the stuffing? Can you hear the laughter and buzz of conversation on America’s most food-centric holiday? This scene might not be the Thanksgiving experience this year for the 42 million Americans who rely on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program [SNAP] benefits to supplement…
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Newbury Park farmers market fosters community
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Opened on Oct. 4, the Newbury Park Farmers Market, on the corner of Old Conejo rd. and Wendy drive, operates Saturdays between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.. Hosting over a dozen vendors, the market is run by Raw Inspiration, a non-profit organization that aims to encourage adults and children to eat more fresh fruit…
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Books that give off the autumn vibe
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Fall is the cosiest season for reading, curling up with a mug of tea or hot cocoa for a wonderful read. In addition to the nostalgic vibes, fall is the season of Halloween, when mysteries feel especially spooky. When you’re in the mood for something mysterious… Set in the 1840s in Canada, “Alias…