Author: Zoha Konkader

  • NPHS discusses course selection

    NPHS discusses course selection

    Introduction With the variety of courses of varying difficulty that Newbury Park High School [NPHS] offers, students have the liberty to choose classes that align with their schedule and goals. For some students, registration may go smoothly. However, for many others, registration can be complicated due to factors such as impact on grade point…

  • NPHS boys’ golf team aces the 2026 season

    NPHS boys’ golf team aces the 2026 season

    In the 2026 season, players on NPHS’ boys’ golf team have returned with more experience and a sense of self-motivation and connection. With a roster of many upperclassmen and a stronger commitment to practice outside of school, the team has seen noticeable improvement with an overall record of nine wins, three losses and zero…

  • “The Drama” takes a dramatic turn of events

    “The Drama” takes a dramatic turn of events

    “What’s the worst thing you’ve ever done?” While this is a question that most would prefer not to answer, the new movie, “The Drama,” which stars Zendaya and Robert Pattinson, revolves around this very question. Set in Boston, Massachusetts, the movie depicts Zendaya as Emma Harwood and Pattinson as Charlie Thompson, who are a…

  • Newbury Park observes Ramadan during challenging times

    Newbury Park observes Ramadan during challenging times

    From the evening of Feb. 17 to March 19, Muslims around the world observed Ramadan. Widely regarded as the holiest month in Islam, Ramadan commemorates the revelation of the Quran, the central religious text of Islam. In this month of religious dedication, many Muslims fast from food and drink during sunlit hours and participate…

  • Teacher trio embarks on friendship journey

    Teacher trio embarks on friendship journey

    For many students on campus, lunch time is the most enjoyable part of the school day. While some students may choose to eat in the quad, a vacant classroom or even off campus if they are an upperclassman, most have some sort of routine during the break.  For NPHS teachers Kasandra Livesey, Kristen Skaff…

  • Movies teach lessons beyond entertainment

    Movies teach lessons beyond entertainment

    Often, whether I am passing time on TikTok or Instagram, I find that much of my free moments are occupied by my beloved “scroll time.” While I also enjoy watching movies, to me, they require more commitment and attention. Through this, I find that any time spent away from my phone is both productive…

  • “Send Help” lands as a unique dark comedy

    “Send Help” lands as a unique dark comedy

    If you are a fan of “Mean Girls” or “The Maze Runner” trilogy, as I am, you may be interested in checking out Sam Raimi’s latest movie, “Send Help.” The film follows Rachel McAdams as Linda Liddle, also known as “Linda from Accounting,” and Dylan O’Brien as Bradley Preston, Linda’s boss, as they are…

  • NP mountain biking pedals to new medals

    NP mountain biking pedals to new medals

    While birds often travel in groups across the skies, local mountain bikers flock together and ride across the trails and scenery that populate the Conejo Valley. At Newbury Park High School [NPHS], the school has become a center for mountain biking across the area and is home to one of the most prominent local…

  • Examining the child influencer culture

    Examining the child influencer culture

    The security and financial regulations for children in the media have been a heavily debated and controversial topic. As social media is a new reality for the future of entertainment, the position minors have in the industry is growing rapidly with the newfound platforms. The safeguarding put into place for minor content has raised…

  • Seniors commit to college early decision

    Seniors commit to college early decision

    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…