Author: Kate Slack

  • Now You See Me: now you wish you did not

    Now You See Me: now you wish you did not

    In today’s landscape of new movies, it is not uncommon to find another mediocre revival of a classic 2000s film, and “Now You See Me: Now You Don’t” is exactly that. This is the third installment of a series that follows four magicians, referred to as the Four Horsemen, who perform elaborate heists at…

  • Organizations allow volunteers to spread the holiday joy

    Organizations allow volunteers to spread the holiday joy

    Ventura County is home to many different organizations that provide volunteer and service opportunities year round, especially during the holiday season. Whether it is allowing underprivileged children to experience a Thanksgiving dinner or hosting toy drives, these organizations allow people of all ages to play a role in the community during the festivity-filled seasons.…

  • The movie “Regretting You” made me regret everything

    The movie “Regretting You” made me regret everything

    I did not have high expectations for “Regretting You,” a film adaptation of a novel written by Colleen Hoover, and it is safe to say that I was correct. Clara Grant, played by McKenna Grace, is a high school senior in a small town who, shockingly, wants to go to acting school. However, the…

  • Politics has turned into reality TV

    Politics has turned into reality TV

    Workplaces and school settings have an expectation of professionalism, respect and decorum. One would think that this would carry into the political sphere, especially with our current administration constantly preaching a new wave of “common sense.” However, it seems that civility has been thrown out the window and replaced with incompetence and hypocrisy. What…

  • Westminster’s teen interns provide free healthcare

    Westminster’s teen interns provide free healthcare

    Every other Wednesday, high schoolers across Ventura County intern at the Thousand Oaks location of Westminster Free Clinic, a nonprofit medical care facility that provides free healthcare to uninsured and working families. Not only does the clinic support local communities, but it also exposes students to the medical environment and careers in the healthcare…

  • I’m saying “Goodbye” to “Man’s Best Friend”

    Some say Sabrina Carpenter’s “Man’s Best Friend” is a guy’s worst nightmare and others say it sets feminism back 50 years. I say that the album is too boring to be either.  For me to enjoy an album, something unique in its sound, lyrics and appearance will always catch my eye. One of the…

  • NPHS seniors take on different pathways in the military

    Discipline, courage and strength are just a few of the many required qualities to serve in the military. Whether it is the Navy, Marines or Air Force, NPHS seniors are preparing to serve the nation and make sacrifices along the way.  Hanna Porter, senior, was inspired to join the U.S. Marine Corps because of…

  • NPHS’ track and field athletes race against themselves

    NPHS’ track and field athletes race against themselves

    With the finish line in front and a personal record to beat, NPHS’ track and field runs toward their goals. Student athletes and coaches alike find themselves with their own unique set of challenges to overcome within this sport.  Jeanette Flores, track and field coach, uses her years of knowledge of various sports to…

  • Free speech is in – only if it sells

    Free speech is in – only if it sells

    Social media is often viewed as a modern-day public square. And, to a certain extent, it may feel that way. Whether it’s memes, cooking videos or gossip, it seems as if there are scarce limits to what we can post online. However, if given some thought, some of the most widespread and popular public…

  • Student v. Teacher

    Student v. Teacher

    Lauren Garcia, sophomore vs. Christele Cazin, French teacher Who played Snow White in the live action movie? Garacia: Rachel Zegler Cazin: Lady Gaga A: Rachel Zegler Mirror, mirror on the wall, will Garcia win it all? (1-0) 2. How many Hunger Games books are there? Garcia: Five Cazin: Five A: Five The odds were…