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JV athletes exhibit dedication all around the field
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At NPHS, most sports are offered at both the junior varsity [JV] and varsity level. While some JV athletes may have different athletic goals than varsity players, their accomplishments or dedication are no less significant. Playing on JV often goes beyond the stereotype of simply not “being good enough.” For many, JV teams provide…
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Students address concerns about new deportation policies
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Names indicated with asterisks are pseudonyms for individuals who prefer anonymity due to concerns for their safety. As deportation rates increase in the U.S., many Ventura County students have encountered Immigration and Customs Enforcement [ICE] on and off school grounds. ICE was established in 2003 by the Bush administration as a part of the…
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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…
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Boys’ lacrosse cradles new experiences for athletes
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California Interscholastic Federation [CIF] data has noted an 11 percent increase in lacrosse participation from the 2022-23 season to the 2023-24 season. Newbury Park High School’s boys’ lacrosse team is embracing this momentum with a welcoming attitude toward new players and a strong sense of community. Since the 2022-23 season, the boys’ lacrosse program…
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Leaked White House text chain signals security concerns
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Following Donald Trump’s return to the White House in 2025, an error in communication has drawn attention to the administration’s security practices. In March, National Security Adviser Mike Waltz accidentally added “The Atlantic” editor-in-chief Jeffrey Goldberg to a Signal group chat created to discuss classified U.S. military operations in Yemen. The mistake went unnoticed…
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The curse of the older sister
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I used to wish I could go back in time to redo my past mistakes. I would want to answer a test question differently, say something that I regretted withholding or maybe just order a different coffee from Starbucks. However, I have come to realize that I do not want or need a time…
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Boys’ volleyball attacks the upcoming season
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Oftentimes, the season of spring is symbolic of renewal. With the spring season of NPHS sports beginning, the return of warm weather also marks a new season for boys’ volleyball. Though their season will begin anew, the team’s established connection has resumed– a vital element to their gameplay. Boys’ volleyball’s first game on Feb.…
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Students explore advanced concepts in MathCounts
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Loved by some and loathed by others, mathematics is one of the core subjects taught at educational institutions worldwide. For members of Sycamore Canyon Middle School’s [SCMS] MathCounts program, a nonprofit organization sponsored by Raytheon Technologies, math is not only a focal point of their academics, but one that they choose to study at…
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Campus incidents force NPHS community to examine safety policies
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Introduction: Every day, Newbury Park High School provides a second home for thousands of students. Students who partake in classes before school, along with after school activities, often find themselves spending more time on school grounds than at home. Therefore, many have concluded that campus safety should be a top priority. However, recent events…