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“The world turned upside down” for “Hamilton” in theaters
“Hamilton: An American Musical” premiered on Broadway in 2015, and its legacy is observed through its 11 Tony awards, a Pulitzer Prize for Drama and a Grammy award. “Hamilton” tells the story of the founding father Alexander Hamilton’s life, spanning from his time as Lieutenant Colonel in the Revolutionary War to his untimely death.…
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Dunder Mifflin’s spirit lives on in “The Paper”
As soon as “From the crew that brought you ‘The Office’” appeared on my screen, I knew I had to watch “The Paper.” All episodes are streaming on Peacock, and from start to finish, the series aims to capture the quirky, deadpan humor that made “The Office” so beloved, but this time applies it…
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NPHS student enrollment impacts schedules and classes for all
Newbury Park High School [NPHS] is home to a little over 2,000 students. This year, NPHS class sizes have grown, coming with advantages and disadvantages. One instructor impacted by the class sizes is Steven Svoboda, who teaches Earth Science CP and Marine Science CP. Throughout Svoboda’s 23 years of teaching, he has never had…
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Ms. Bond shares her passion for teaching
Starting every day on the right foot, Alana Bond, English teacher, gets a brown sugar oatmilk shaken espresso from Starbucks. Having earned her teaching credential from Dartmouth, Bond now teaches IB Language and Literature, year one, and advises full IB students on the extended essay. Growing up, Bond enjoyed attending school and learning about…
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Marvel’s only superpower is a failing fandom
“Honestly, the closest I can think of them, as well made as they are, with actors doing the best they can under the circumstances, is theme parks,” Martin Scorsese once said in an interview with the New York Times, when asked about his opinion on the notable Marvel franchise. To most filmmakers and audience…
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Students required to complete online sexual harassment course
During the spring semester of the 2024-25 school year, Westlake High School students, parents and faculty expressed their opinions on the lack of action taken by the Conejo Valley Unified School District [CVUSD] administration regarding Title IX procedures. In response to these protests, the CVUSD announced a new online sexual harassment course, which will…
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The guilt of choosing where to go
I cannot remember the last time someone brought up Ohio without a punchline trailing behind it. Despite the stigma around the state on social media, I am drawn to Ohio because I have family out there and it would be nice to be able to see my cousins more than maybe once a year.…
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NPHS makes it to movie screens, producing extra funds
In recent years, the Newbury Park High School [NPHS] campus has been the film set for a variety of movies and commercials, allowing students to view their own campus and classrooms through multiple released films, including “Freakier Friday” and “Incoming.” With this influx of inquiries and requests for filming, the CVUSD has gained some…
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JV athletes exhibit dedication all around the field
At NPHS, most sports are offered at both the junior varsity [JV] and varsity level. While some JV athletes may have different athletic goals than varsity players, their accomplishments or dedication are no less significant. Playing on JV often goes beyond the stereotype of simply not “being good enough.” For many, JV teams provide…
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You are more than “just a girl”
I have often found myself in situations where I hear girls my age discussing their dreams of becoming a stay-at-home mom and “marrying rich.” I find this unsettling for many reasons, mainly because I fear that most people do not realize the reality of being a stay-at-home mom, and have been sold this idea…