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Local businesses get hit with COVID-19
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Local businesses have been struggling throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, but not as severely as now, as case numbers continue to increase in Newbury Park. As a result, many local restaurant employees have contracted the coronavirus, leading to restaurants shutting down and restricting their hours. One popular business that has been recently impacted by infection…
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High schools remain closed until further notice
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On Jan. 15, the announcement was made that all high schools in CVUSD will be starting the second semester completely remote, while elementary and middle schools will resume in-person learning. This action was put into place due to the fact that our county currently resides in the purple tier. New guidance from the California…
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Stimulus checks distributed to Americans in need
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On Dec. 21, Congress approved the COVID-19 relief bill that would give eligible citizens stimulus checks to help make up for unemployment across the country due to the pandemic. The bill consisted of $900 billion in order to provide $600 per person and any child dependents for all qualified Americans. However, before the bill…
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NPHS clubs set goals for the new year
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New year’s resolutions are a way for people to promote self growth, hoping to change themselves for the better throughout the course of the year. Because this past year has been especially difficult, keeping goals for the upcoming year to better oneself seem especially important. These goals provide something to focus on and work…
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Unified Sports receives first varsity letter
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On Dec. 8, Alex Gutfleisch, senior, became the first Unified Sports athlete to receive a varsity letter. Gutfleisch, who has been part of Unified Sports for three years, was overjoyed to receive the letter and his excitement was evident. “The varsity letter means everything to me and I will cherish the jacket forever,” Gutfleisch…
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Club volleyball set over the nets
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Hitting over nets and serving across court floors, many club volleyball players across Newbury Park are returning to the courts. Despite challenges, these girls have made accommodations to practice so they can continue to perform their best. Practicing during the pandemic creates many precautions to keep all of the players safe. Brooke MacFayden, junior,…
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NPHS plans for live sports broadcasting
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COVID-19 has not been kind to high school sports. Most games have been completely canceled, but there remains a strong desire for people to watch high school sports. Luckily, Newbury Park High School’s newly installed broadcast cameras will allow students and families to enjoy sports games through live TV. Sports broadcasts are not completely…
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Eichinger announces retirement from coaching
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On Jan. 14, varsity basketball coach Matt Eichinger announced that he will be retiring after four years of coaching at NPHS. It is safe to say that Eichinger will be greatly missed by his athletes. Eichinger has made an incredible impact on all of the athletes on his team. Cooper Lucas, sophomore, has learned…
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Scouts impress with impact community projects
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As Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts come into high school, some prepare to tackle the ultimate project in their Scouts’ career: the rank of Eagle Scout or the completion of the Girl Scout Gold Award. In order to become an Eagle Scout, candidates have to organize and execute a complex community service project from…
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Tea Time with Michael Lindroth
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Michael Lindroth, junior, works hard everyday to make school a better place for all students as a member of both the Student District Advisory Council and Unity Conejo. Read this Tea Time to find out more about Lindroth’s responsibilities! 1. What are your responsibilities for SDAC? “So in SDAC, it stands for the Student…