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Juuls, suorins and e-cigarettes: These vaporization devices, or “vapes” are making daily appearances in the lunchroom, quad and bathrooms alike. Although these devices were originally created as a safer alternative to smoking, vapes are becoming more common among high school students for recreational use. Vapes contain a concoction of vegetable glycerin, propylene glycol, nicotine…
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Addressing the issue SAT. ACT. AP. IB. While these abbreviations sound foreign to those outside school, what they mean for the future of the students is of utmost priority in an increasingly more competitive academic environment. Newbury Park High School is unique compared to other schools in the district as it offers the…
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A shock in the night A vacant football field rests silently on campus as the students indulge in their seasonal, summer celebrations. Suddenly, a roar emerges from the campus PA. Rhetoric from an older time flows onto the football field, flooding the school and the nearby residential areas with a coarse, saline solution…
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What defines cheating? Interviewer: What do you define as cheating? Student: I don’t know what cheating is, honestly. Interviewer: Would you say that you cheat? Student: Yeah. Interviewer: Do you consider yourself a cheater? Student: No, I don’t. Students often brush off the idea of being a cheater, believing they are not affiliated with the…
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Long-term consequences of the short-lived high An overdose begins to kill long before a death takes place. The body is weak, shaky limbs reaching for a needle, for a shot of happiness that will slow everything down for a moment just long enough to feel euphoric. Blood rushes. Faces flush. But soon, it is…
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The accident that changed it all Piercing kind blue eyes, a dazzling smile and the apparent desire to connect with each and every student that crossed his path. This was the face of beloved English teacher Darrin Carr. Tragically, Darrin was killed in a car accident near Baker, CA on Dec. 30, 2016. The…
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Risks of the road 16-19 year olds are more at risk than any other age group for crashing their vehicle. Every day, around six teens in this age group die from car crashes. The fact that this age group has one of the lowest rates of seatbelt use probably does not help minimize this…
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The land of opportunity: going the distance to become an American At the crack of dawn, the rising sun shines orange through the dust in the atmosphere, kicked up from the parched ground. Shouts and chatter from the orphanage pierce the air as children mill about, getting ready for the day. A young girl…
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The Panther Prowler and The Lancer held a joint Q&A session with the 2016 school board candidates to discuss various issues regarding student life, education, and district matters. The following are transcripts of each session. Peggy Buckles Betsy Connolly Sandee Everett Julie Freedman Angie Simpson Marlon Williams
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Facing a line of tired eyes, Sami Griffin, junior, prepares for the busy workday by taking orders, grinding beans, and mixing drinks. Griffin spent her summer behind the counter at a local Starbucks. Although it meant sacrificing part of her summer, making her own money and being in a fun environment made the whole…