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  • Krish Devgania enters his senior year

    Krish Devgania enters his senior year

    With over 2,000 students on campus, each with their own unique interests, passions and motivations, they all have something to offer within the NPHS community. Krish Devgania, senior, enters his fourth year enrolled at Newbury Park High School [NPHS]. Each year, Devgania has taken a course of Chinese taught by Jing Hu here at…

  • The Thousand Oaks Mall 805 Night Market cooked, served and ate

    The Thousand Oaks Mall 805 Night Market cooked, served and ate

    The Oaks Mall parking lot was full, but people were not there to buy new clothes, see movies or eat pretzels. Instead, the Thousand Oaks community came together to experience a blend of cultures that brought different worlds to one suburban town.  From Sept. 5-7, the 805 Night Market filled the The Oaks Mall…

  • Local fires change the dynamics of communities

    Local fires change the dynamics of communities

    Over the past school year, several fires broke out in the counties of Los Angeles and Ventura, leaving many with their homes destroyed and lives forever changed. Living in California, fires are always something to look out for, and homes, businesses and every-day buildings face the dangers of flames. Just a few months into…

  • Ventura County Strawberry Festival proves to be berry successful

    Ventura County Strawberry Festival proves to be berry successful

    Music, lively chatter and the sweet smell of strawberries wafted through the air at the Ventura County Fairgrounds on May 17 and 18, as organizers, entertainers, vendors and community members gathered for the thirty-ninth annual California Strawberry Festival. Over 40 vendors and 24 live music acts were featured at the event, which is run…

  • Federal funding cuts for mental health services leave students without support

    One in seven adolescents between the ages of 10 and 19 has a mental disorder, accounting for 15 percent of all people who experience issues with mental health, according to the World Health Organization. Leaving these adolescents struggling with mental health unaddressed can lead to consequences in their adult lives. Adverse childhood experiences often…

  • Student One Acts take the stage

    Student One Acts take the stage

    Student One Acts are one-act plays written, directed, teched and acted by students, making them unique from many mainstage productions, such as NPHS’ fall musical and spring play. While they took place May 9 and 10, the real roots are found at the beginning of the school year. The process starts with an in-depth…

  • Recognizing the hidden talents of students

    Recognizing the hidden talents of students

    Throughout high school, the accomplishments of students are often recognized, from winning the state championship for football to joining the National Honors Society. However, it is important to acknowledge not only what students are commonly recognized for, but their identities as a whole. High school is a place where people can explore their interests…

  • Prom, a night to remember

    Prom, a night to remember

    In the whirlwind of high school, few events carry the same weight and anticipation as prom. It is an evening filled with lasting memories and unforgettable experiences. But prom is more than just a dance: it is a milestone full of traditions. This memorable moment took place on May 3, 2025 at the Vineyards…

  • Scandinavian Festival celebrates 51 years of culture

    Scandinavian Festival celebrates 51 years of culture

    Children singing and dancing, rows of booths, each filled with unique trinkets and artwork, the smell of pancakes filling the space like a cloud, and hundreds of people were all brought together by the culture of Scandinavia. The two-day Scandinavian Festival, held at California Lutheran University [CLU] on April 5 and 6, brought European…

  • Jazz festival displays musical creativity

    Jazz festival displays musical creativity

    From dusk to dawn, brass instruments flooded campus, transforming Newbury Park High School into an evening of jazz with not one moment of silence. On March 29, NPHS held its annual jazz festival and the event was full of special guests, students from over 20 different schools and beautiful music. The experience was immersive,…