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Not guilty: The success of Gabrielino Mock Trial

Not guilty: The success of Gabrielino Mock Trial

Josephine Scannell, Staff Writer December 18, 2024

Bodies shuffle out of their seats as the court bailiff calls the court to order. The Mock Trial final round had begun.  On Dec. 4, the Gabrielino Mock Trial team arrived at the Stanley Mosk Courthouse...

Ms Megan answering a phone.

Keeping things in check

Wyatt Virag, Staff Writer December 18, 2024

Gabrielino High School's student center is home to many great and welcoming staff. Both are known for being friendly faces to see. Those two faces are Gabrielino High School's attendance clerks, Megan...

DR. HUFF - Dr. Rose Huff sits in her office, the district "Portrait of a Graduate" poster that she strives to help all her students achieve just behind her.

Huff ensures student success through understanding, collaboration, and empowerment

Mark Chammas, Editor in Chief December 18, 2024

Rose Huff sits in her cozy office at Gabrielino High School, surrounded by shelves of educational assessments and pictures of her family. A small basket of fidget toys rests on her desk—a simple but...

Chick-fil-A employs high school students across America, including Gabrielino senior Caitlyn Dong.

Clocking in: Students around Gabrielino work jobs in their free time

Liliana Simpson-Castaneda, Staff Writer December 6, 2024

Wake up at 7 a.m., go to school from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., do homework until 4 p.m., arrive at Chick-fil-A at 5 p.m., work until 9 p.m., and finally get home, shower, and sleep. This is senior Caitlyn...

Ash-á-Wût breaks the mold: Yearbook 2024-2025 reimagined by students

Ash-á-Wût breaks the mold: Yearbook 2024-2025 reimagined by students

Landen Nguyen, Staff Writer December 4, 2024

Bold colors splash across the pages of this year's yearbook, breaking tradition and capturing the unique spirit of the 2024-2025 school year. The yearbook team is hustling to meet deadlines, their creativity...

DATA DIVE- Senior Kenneth Chau analyzes election data.

Data Science students unlock the power of numbers

Mark Chammas, Editor in Chief November 21, 2024

In room B244 at Gabrielino High School, a unique class is changing the way students view data. Introduction to Data Science, taught by Bryan Chao, offers students an engaging introduction to the world...

How Gabrielino seniors are being prepared for college admissions season

How Gabrielino seniors are being prepared for college admissions season

Isaac Chan, Production Chief October 31, 2024

Elen Poghosyan joined the Counseling Department during its busiest time: college admissions. Starting in late August, dozens of seniors at Gabrielino High School have begun working, and stressing over...

Embracing diversity: Four unique culture clubs at Gabrielino

Embracing diversity: Four unique culture clubs at Gabrielino

Mark Chammas, Editor in Chief October 31, 2024

Gabrielino High School prides itself on being a diverse and inclusive campus, and nowhere is this more evident than in its cultural clubs. From celebrating holidays to sharing traditional foods and customs,...

Band Depeche Mode performs for a large audience.

From pop sensations to indie artists, 2024 has been an exciting year for concert-goers

Liliana Simpson-Castaneda, Staff Writer October 30, 2024

From opening acts to viral sensations, many new artists have gained popularity across the globe in 2024. Musicians like Chappell Roan and Sabrina Carpenter have become breakout artists, with their concert...

Rise and shine: The first step toward seniors' final year

Rise and shine: The first step toward seniors’ final year

Karina Vargas, Staff Writer October 4, 2024

As the first light of dawn broke over the horizon and spread its soft warmth across the park, the Gabrielino senior class gathered for one of the most cherished traditions: Senior Sunrise, kicking...

Ms. Tien interacting with her students.

Gabrielino’s ELD program transforms students’ English learning experiences

Mandy Rong, Staff Writer October 3, 2024

At Gabrielino High School, the English Language Development (ELD) program is a supportive space where students can improve their English skills while feeling comfortable and accepted. Students in Ms. Tien...

Peer Helping 3 students. Top row from left: Ava Yamashita, James Gonzalez Valencia, Sophia Orozco. Bottom row from left: Fatima Benitez, Allyson Kim, Oralee Tran. Courtesy of Chad Budde

Peer Helping 3 expands, brings more experienced students to the wellness center

Angelina Chung, Staff Writer October 3, 2024

Two years ago, Wellness Center Coordinator Chris Saporito and Peer Helping teacher Chad Budde established the Peer Helping 3 program. After noticing a need for extra sets of hands around the Wellness Center,...

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