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Senior athletes move past COVID-19
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Imagine a world with no movement. A world where time is stopped and there is no physical social interaction. The lack of motion and socializing takes away one aspect of society that brings people together- Athletics. No more crowds gathering on bleachers, or a game for them to see anyway. This is the world…
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Teachers innovate online learning
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The implementation of distance learning has shaken up education systems across the globe, as teachers are forced to adapt their classrooms to be completely online, needing to find replacements for traditional, in-school activities. Despite the adversity, teachers are rising up to the occasion in many ways and are not only there to continue diligently…
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Medical forces battle COVID-19 with the community
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While the common American citizen does their part by staying home, countless medical staff fight on the front lines to take down COVID-19. In hospitals across the state, medical workers are working relentlessly to prevent the spread of the disease. People all over the community have shown great appreciation for these hard-workers through donations…
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Seniors take on a new challenge
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Joining the work force As countless seniors prepare to set off for college, others are dodging the traditional route and jumping into the workforce. Hanna Kessinger plans to start off her first year out of high school working at Paw Works, an animal rescue shelter. Growing up with three dogs, three cats and a…
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Seniors opt for a different route
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In a culture that is becoming more focused on college admissions, it is important to take a step back and acknowledge students who take the road less recognized. Community colleges and trade schools remain important options for students and give opportunities that many traditional four-year schools cannot match. Carroll and Pedroza dive into cosmetology…
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Seniors gear up to join the military
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As the school year draws to a close, many seniors are either gearing up to spend the next four years at college or join the workforce. However, there is a lesser known third group of students that plan on joining one of the various branches of the military to serve our country. Seniors Christian…
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Coronavirus sparks change in college admissions
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The abrupt closure of schools across the nation in March left juniors wondering how COVID-19 would impact the college admission process in the fall. Changes made to spring sport seasons and standardized tests provided students with little information regarding what the future would hold in lieu of these new circumstances. Beginning in early April,…
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Courtney Brousseau keeps inspiring others
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Sporting khaki shorts and a huge smile, Courtney Brousseau was a force to be reckoned with. Brousseau graduated from NPHS in 2015 and UC Berkeley in 2019, giving all of his energy toward improving the lives of those around him. This passion was cut short when Brousseau was shot during a drive-by shooting in…
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Coaches Ice Cream continues through COVID-19
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Coaches, an old fashioned ice cream parlor on Kimber Drive, is one of the many local businesses open during the COVID-19 crisis. The parlor first opened in May 2019 and is known for its baseball themed interior and friendly service. As an essential business according to state guidelines, the shop has continued to serve…
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Local motel houses homeless during pandemic
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In a state with over 150,000 people living on the streets, a stay at home order can be devastating. To support those without homes, Newsom initiated Project Roomkey, which converts hotel and motel rooms into temporary shelters following social distancing guidelines for at-risk homeless persons. One of these shelters is the Motel 6 in…