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BMI is not a useful body image tool
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About a year ago, I came home from school to find that my sibling was crying. When I asked why they were upset, they said that they were weighed at school and told that they were overweight. At the time, my sibling was doing gymnastics and was a very active person with a lot…
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iOS 15 is useful yet boring
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On Sept. 20, 2021, Apple released their latest software update to the public after going through beta testing. While the update has many customizable features to improve people’s lives, I feel that some of the new features lack creativity and are plain dull. For instance, Apple added many important security features. Users may remove…
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Labor shortages cause an economic crisis
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The labor shortage is an economic crisis that has risen exponentially during the pandemic. The “Wall Street Journal” states that there are millions of openings. “More than a year and a half into the pandemic, the U.S. is still missing around 4.3 million workers. That’s how much bigger the labor force would be if…
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Class of 2022 celebrates with Senior Sunrise
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As school returns to normal, the class of 2022 gathered together to celebrate the first senior event of the school year. On Sept. 29, seniors filed onto the football field to experience the annual Senior Sunrise. Thea Duc, senior class vice president, is one of many who have been in charge of the planning…
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Microchip demands are at an all time high
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Computer chips are everywhere. With the influx of electronics in the 21st century, the demand for electronic chips has skyrocketed. Due to the pandemic, microchip factories are struggling to keep up with demands. These chips control processes such as water plants, powerlines, and even your Wifi router. A computer chip is defined as a…
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Reign of Terror brings frights to Thousand Oaks
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Spooks, haunts and jumpscares are some of the highlights of the Halloween season. In Conejo Valley, a special highlight of October is the annual Reign of Terror haunted house, located in the Janss Marketplace off Moorpark Road. The award winning attraction is equipped with 130 rooms that create a minute tour.. The theme for…
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Club Rush makes a comeback
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The quad bursts with energy as students advocate for their clubs during the return of Club Rush. After being deprived of this event last year, clubs were eager to finally be able to participate in this annual event and help guide students to join. On Friday, Oct. 1, students had the opportunity to explore…
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Drew Caswell dances their heart out
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As the NPHS football field lights up again and the bleachers fill with roaring crowds, the Panther dance crew is back to performing at halftime shows. On their team, they carry Drew Caswell, junior, the first male dance member on the team since 2019. Prior to being on the Dance team, Caswell has danced…
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The stigma around community college needs to be erased
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NPHS offers many opportunities through the International Baccalaureate program, numerous Advanced Placement classes and a wide range of clubs and extracurriculars. It comes as no surprise that many of our students go on to attend some of the highest ranking colleges in the nation. However, this high-achieving environment creates a pressure to follow in…
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Protesters march for female reproductive rights
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On Saturday, Oct. 4, a march to protect female reproductive rights was held at Ventura County Hall. The protesters held various signs that read “Reproductive Rights are Human Rights,” “Keep your laws and paws off my body,” and “I support a woman’s right to choose.” Many different people spoke out to the crowd about…