Author: Sophia Zhang

  • The NPHS Art Show displays student creativity in all mediums

    The NPHS Art Show displays student creativity in all mediums

    From March 17-20, the Newbury Park High School [NPHS] cafeteria came to life as it was lined with works of art from various students taking art classes at Newbury. The annual art show provides an opportunity for students involved in one of the many art or photography classes to showcase their special works of…

  • World News in Brief

    Abuse accusations destroy César Chávez’s legacy  César Chávez, co-founder of the United Farm Workers labor union, was accused of sexually abusing girls following a New York Times investigation on March 18. In his 40s, he raped Debra Rojas when she was 15 years old and had sexual encounters with Ana Murguia when she was…

  • Upperclassmen bring textbooks to life at outdoor school

    Upperclassmen bring textbooks to life at outdoor school

    During the approximately 181 school days in a year, NPHS juniors and seniors are found sitting in classrooms listening to lectures and completing their school work. However, during their second semester, they are provided with the opportunity to volunteer as student counselors for sixth-grade students on a four-day expedition into nature called outdoor school. …

  • Oak Park High School students protest ICE

    Oak Park High School students protest ICE

    *In the interest of protecting the identity of a source, a pseudonym is indicated by an asterisk Over 250 Oak Park High School [OPHS] students walked out of their second period class and gathered together to protest against nationwide U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement [ICE] activity on Jan. 30. The walkout was planned after…

  • Water assassins brings NPHS students from class to splash

    Water assassins brings NPHS students from class to splash

    Run! Hide! Splash! Newbury Park High School [NPHS] students have been extra cautious when walking out their front door since this year’s water assassins started on Jan. 6. With around 45 teams and six players on each, students are determined to win points by splashing those on their assigned lists of six targets with…

  • Los Robles Hospital expands their ER

    Los Robles Hospital expands their ER

    The Los Robles Hospital achieved a major milestone on Dec. 16 in their $39 million plan to expand the emergency department by opening a new waiting room. The medical center is located in Thousand Oaks and includes three hospitals and three outpatient clinics. With the aim of satisfying patients’ rising demands for emergency treatment,…

  • Local businesses and students combat holiday overconsumption

    Local businesses and students combat holiday overconsumption

    Introduction Overconsumption is excessive production and producing of goods, resources and services leading to environmental and social issues. According to an article by King’s College London, seasonal purchases fill our homes and amplify the holiday spirit; however, they come with hefty physiological and environmental costs. Local businesses like Project ReWear and James Storehouse, as…

  • Eric Swalwell joins the race for California governor

    Eric Swalwell joins the race for California governor

    Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell announced on Nov. 20 during his appearance on the late-night talk show “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” his decision to run for California governor in the 2026 election.  Swalwell has been the representative of District 14, located in the East Bay consisting of the San Francisco Bay Area, since 2023 and previously…

  • 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.…

  • Prop 50’s success redraws congressional districts

    Prop 50’s success redraws congressional districts

    With 64 percent voting yes and 36 percent opposing out of 8 million Californians, Proposition 50 [Prop 50] was officially passed on Nov. 4. The proposition aims to redraw the state’s congressional districts by adding five additional Democratic seats in the 2026 midterm elections, during which voters cast ballots for congressional and state candidates…