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Improve mental and physical health with self-care routine

January 29, 2021

“Engaging in a self-care routine has been clinically proven to reduce or eliminate anxiety and depression, reduce stress, improve concentration, minimize frustration and anger, increase happiness, improve energy, and more, ” according to Southern New Hampshire University...

Organizing for success in the new year

January 29, 2021

January is the month of self-care and resolutions, but these goals extend farther than just the first month of the year. After taking off one’s face-mask, it’s time to face one of the most crucial aspects of self-care: mental health. Through organizing, one can clear their headspace and help efficiently achieve their goals, ultimately leading to less stress...

New lockdown mandate affects restaurants and small businesses

December 18, 2020

On the Sunday of Dec. 6, California’s stay-at-home order took effect. Businesses and restaurants have begun closing, and individuals living in California have been ordered to stay at home with the exception of leaving for work or for errands...

First annual Clubroke contest crowns VSA

December 18, 2020

On Dec. 14, the Vietnamese Student Association (VSA) was announced the winner of Gabrielino High School’s first annual Clubroke. ASB organized the friendly competition in the hopes of encouraging student participation in clubs this year...

Gabrielino student artists create for “LA vs. Hate” campaign

December 18, 2020

This year, five Gabrielino High School graphic design students participated in the LA vs. Hate campaign. At a press conference on Nov. 20, the artwork was showcased by the City of San Gabriel...

Marching Band, Orchestra give virtual performances for the holidays

December 18, 2020

Due to COVID-19, the Gabrielino High School Marching Band and Orchestra’s yearly Holiday Concert was cancelled. In lieu of this annual event, Gabrielino’s orchestra has taken a virtual approach to their performances...

Rose Parade faces fourth cancellation in 130-year history

December 18, 2020

The COVID-19 concern has put a halt to the annual festivity of the Rose Parade for the fourth time in the event’s history, but guests can still enjoy a twist on its normally televised program at 8 a.m. on Jan. 1, 2021...

Record-breaking number of women elected to office signals positive change

December 18, 2020

The 2020 election was monumental in more ways than one, with the ups and downs of the presidential race creating tension against the backdrop of a raging pandemic. Amid the chaos, however, emerged a landslide of unlikely victors— including a record-breaking number of women elected to office....

Supporting small businesses makes big differences

December 18, 2020

Convenience and affordability are typically the two main demands of consumers. However, with the holiday season here, shoppers must realize that getting gifts easy and cheap is less important than supporting small businesses in need...

Acknowledging essential workers for their service, sacrifices

December 18, 2020

The continuous fluctuation in COVID-19 cases has had many ups and downs for all, and those who have helped everyone brave this roller coaster are the overlooked and the underpaid— the essential workers. This includes bus drivers, grocery store workers, nurses, security guards, and many more...

Returning to campus unsafe until vaccine is distributed

December 18, 2020

During the few months that school has been back in session, students and staff have felt the loss of contact with their peers. Although many hope for the reopening of schools, the dangers of returning pose a threat to all. With the unpredictability of the pandemic, it is not safe enough to return back to school before the COVID-19 vaccine is released to the general public...

Gabrielino staff members share little acts of kindness

December 18, 2020

A key feature of the holiday season is to take it upon oneself to give back to their community. Some Gabrielino High School teachers and staff that are volunteering and giving back to the community, like teachers Stepahnie Ventura, Tera Straker, and Sheila Mateo...