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California students speak out against tuition increase
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Students across the state of California are protesting and advocating to be heard in the midst of a recent decision by the board of the California State University school system. The controversy in question is a 6% raise in tuition starting in the fall of 2024, a process that will repeat itself for the…
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High costs at universities limit student opportunities
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A common question from teens when they are getting ready to go into college is “Is a 4-year worth the money?” and it’s a genuinely good question. In the long run, it depends on what experience you want. Financially, it may not be the best option, but for experiences such as sports and social…
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College applications make me cry
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Bam! That’s the sound of my face hitting the floor at the start of senior year. But what caused me to fall so hard? Well, it could be the college application process. It could be the instantaneous return to IB homework. It could be the new job I picked up to save up for…
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Students take unconventional and conventional routes
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Hex Weak, senior, is planning on entering the National Bartending School in Thousand Oaks this fall. Weak is pursuing her interest in bartending and mixology, inspired by her brother. “It Started with my brother because once he turned 21 He got into different kinds of drinks, so I got curious about it. I started…
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Student athletes stick with their sport
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While not all student-athletes choose to participate in NCAA (National Collegiate Athletics Association) or NAIA (National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics) athletics in college, many athletes yearn to continue their dedication and drive to their respective sports. From hard practices to getting into contact with different collegiate coaches, several NPHS student-athletes are willing to take…
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High school athletes continue their sport into college
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A s senior athletes close out their final season of their high school career, many consider continuing their sport into college. Recruiters from all across the country seek out the top high school students to induct into their high level college programs. Although not all students choose to participate in the most elite programs,…
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Legislation saves UC Berkeley’s diminished admissions allowance
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The University of California, (UC) Berkeley will be accepting more than 5,000 first-year college students this year following changes to admissions resolved by Governor Gavin Newsom. A court order issued over housing issues would have cut some admissions and forced several thousand students online or deferred admission offers. However, new legislation signed by Newson…
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Seniors sign their National Letters of Intent
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While a lot of highschoolers play a sport in highschool, only a limited number of athletes actually end up striving to continue their sport in college.The athletes that signed their National Letters of Intent on November 16 are a part of these few lucky individuals. Most of these athletes have been doing their respective…
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Student resources benefit the community
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Wellness Center With the help of county funding, the brand new Wellness Center has opened on campus. It provides a safe space for students to go to relax and destress, with or without an appointment, giving support for students at varying levels. Paige Pensivy, a mental health clinician at the Wellness Center, encourages students…