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Lemonade and hot chocolate stand caters to students
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As the winter months approach, the local lemonade stand on Reino Road transitions to a hot cocoa cart. Sarah Smith, along with her 9-year-old daughter Andreen Smith and 5-year-old son Elliot Smith, sells beverages in order to raise funds for Miracles for Kids. Miracles for Kids, a non-profit based on the West Coast, provides…
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Tate McRae’s deluxe album is “so close” to perfection
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Following the end of her Miss Possessive tour, Tate McRae released “SO CLOSE TO WHAT??? (deluxe)” on November 21. As my most listened to artist this year, I was ecstatic when I saw 4 new songs were included along with her latest single “TIT FOR TAT.” With a fast beat and snappy lyrics, many…
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Local community discusses eating disorders and body image
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Introduction Eating disorders are classified as serious and sometimes fatal illnesses that can cause significant ailments to one’s overall mental and physical health. Local Ventura County healthcare professionals, experts, students and community members have shared their insights and experiences with eating disorders and the impact of social media on self-perception. Information Disordered eating includes…
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Frankenstein brings deceased audiences back to life
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Although Halloween may be over, Guillermo del Toro delivered a thrilling film, “Frankenstein,” to Netflix on November 8th, bringing an eerie vibe back into the fall atmosphere. Starring Oscar Isaac as Victor Frankenstein, Mia Goth as Elizabeth Lavenza and Jacob Elordi as Frankenstein’s monster, the cast was filled with talent and the acting felt…
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Water polo thinks outside the (goalie) box
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As students walk by NPHS’ glistening pool, they may notice a team of athletes treading water and lobbing around a yellow ball. Outside of their chlorinated habitat, they yell chants in the team room and volunteer at the VCAS animal shelter. Swimming and developing as one has bonded boys’ varsity water polo both in…
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Activism is worth more than a like or repost
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Instagram was previously used as a platform for people to share the highlights of their lives with friends and family. Recently, instead of being uplifting, social media has become filled with heavy topics, leading to conflict and heated arguments outside of the app. While it is important to share your beliefs, to me, social…
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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…
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NPHS student enrollment impacts schedules and classes for all
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Newbury Park High School [NPHS] is home to a little over 2,000 students. This year, NPHS class sizes have grown, coming with advantages and disadvantages. One instructor impacted by the class sizes is Steven Svoboda, who teaches Earth Science CP and Marine Science CP. Throughout Svoboda’s 23 years of teaching, he has never had…
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IB Middle Years Programme sparks changes in NPHS academics
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As students begin to pick their courses for the next school year, many will notice classes such as IB Literature and AP European History are missing from the selection. The change comes as Newbury Park High School follows Sequoia Middle School and Cypress Elementary school’s steps in integrating the International Baccalaureate’s [IB] philosophy into…
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NPHS sports reflect on this year’s successes at CIF
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Throughout the 2024-2025 school year, sports teams at Newbury Park High School have helped students develop skills and create new friendships. Several of these teams played a competitive season, leading them to qualify for CIF Championships. Playing Camarillo, Royal and Ventura, the varsity girls’ beach volleyball team won every game in order to advance…