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Seniors commit to college early decision
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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…
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Makenna Koffee caffeinates Ventura County
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Filled with beachy decor and the smell of freshly roasted coffee beans, Makenna Koffee offers handmade drinks and employment to students at Newbury Park High School [NPHS]. From its beginnings as a coffee truck primarily in Simi Valley, California, Makenna Koffee has now expanded to 7 locations along with another arriving soon in Newbury…
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Local businesses and students combat holiday overconsumption
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Introduction Overconsumption is excessive production and producing of goods, resources and services leading to environmental and social issues. According to an article by King’s College London, seasonal purchases fill our homes and amplify the holiday spirit; however, they come with hefty physiological and environmental costs. Local businesses like Project ReWear and James Storehouse, as…
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Local libraries foster curiosity and knowledge for students
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Those who stand in the children’s section of any public library for long enough would likely see several children keeping the place abuzz, falling in love with a novel or a comic book. What most people do not see, however, are the hands guiding these moments, librarians who spend their days nurturing curiosity, learning…
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Local escape rooms create a magical world of wonder
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The Oaks Mall is home to a little-known joy of Thousand Oaks, a place of wonder, imagination and an activity to foster childlike whimsy. 101 Escape Rooms at the Oaks, founded in October of 2022, is home to five escape rooms: “Popstar Revenge,” “Purgatory,” “Wrecked,” a seasonal Christmas room: “Rudolph’s Winter Adventure” and most…
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Lemonade and hot chocolate stand caters to students
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As the winter months approach, the local lemonade stand on Reino Road transitions to a hot cocoa cart. Sarah Smith, along with her 9-year-old daughter Andreen Smith and 5-year-old son Elliot Smith, sells beverages in order to raise funds for Miracles for Kids. Miracles for Kids, a non-profit based on the West Coast, provides…
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Arth Dalsania balances his junior year
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In high school, most students have to choose between academic rigor or their social life and oftentimes it is difficult to balance the two. For Arth Dalsania, junior, this was simply another equation for him to solve. Dalsania is a committed student at NPHS interested in math and science, who is also finding time…
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Student nutrition gains the wings to grow in CVUSD
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Food is essential for fueling students’ bodies and brains, and the Conejo Valley Unified School District’s [CVUSD] nutritional staff is dedicated to delivering healthy and diverse meals for all students on campus, free of cost. From planning the menu to seeing the food appear in each school’s kitchen, Sarah Phillips has taken the reins…
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European holiday festival celebrates culture and community at the Oaks
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On Dec. 6, the Oaks Mall was transformed into a historical winter wonderland, representing European holiday culture and offering a traditional marketplace experience packed with authentic foods, unique vendors and live entertainment, all supporting non-profit organizations. Traditional European cuisine was scattered across the “Festive Garden” and “Le French Quarter” centers, offering warm beverages like…
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ASL teacher is more than just a teacher outside of the classroom
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The Newbury Park High School [NPHS] American Sign Language [ASL] teacher, Brigid Ryan Keady, took a turn in her education after high school; she decided to take an ASL class, where she fell in love with the language. When Keady decided she wanted to continue her educational career after high school, she chose to…