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Olivero Retires With Class of ’21
June 10, 2021
Cassandra Bristol, Staff Writer
Principal Jeff Olivero will be retiring from UC High at the end of the 2020-2021 year after eleven years of tenure. According to his official retirement letter, Olivero announced that he has stayed true to his word; he will be “...retiring with the graduating Class of 2021.” His last...
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Features
How to Start Your own Home Garden
April 30, 2021
Kate Wiggins, Features Editor
With spring upon us and summer on the way, there is no better time to set up your own home garden. If you have the space available, and are committed enough, you can have fresh home-grown fruits, veggies, and herbs in no time! Not only will you be getting free produce, but you will also be doing...
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June 10, 2021 • No Comments

The UC High Academic League finished off a strong year of competition with an underdog win against Saints in the first round of playoffs, and they are looking forward...

Equitable Standards-based Grading System Next Year

June 10, 2021

Derek Chauvin Found Guilty on all Charges

April 30, 2021

UC High’s Annual Sights and Sounds Showcase a Success

April 30, 2021

Biden Introduces Gun Control Initiatives

April 30, 2021

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Features

Cinema Chats: A Column

Emma Truchan, Editor-in-Chief

April 30, 2021 • No Comments

Coming-of-age movies seem to strike a sense of nostalgia in their viewers, no matter if it’s a 20-something year-old audience, middle-aged moms, or a group of teens...

Cinema Chats: A Column

Emma Truchan, Editor-in-Chief

April 5, 2021 • No Comments

I have never really been one for superhero movies. I didn’t grow up with Batman, Iron Man, or Wonder Woman as my idols. And as a teen, I never really got into superhero...

Senior Activities in the Works for Class of 2021

Maddie Williams, Staff Writer

April 5, 2021 • No Comments

UC High staff and students have had their year cut out for them, especially for the class of 2021. During the pandemic, UC High students and staff have had to put their...

The History and Significance of César Chávez Day April 5, 2021
Top Ten Pranks to Pull This April Fool’s Day April 1, 2021

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Opinions

Unsigned: Prom: Necessary Tradition for Senior Transition

June 9, 2021 • No Comments

The end of the year is fast approaching, and amongst AP tests and finals, seniors have also begun to think about Prom. With many UC High students waiting to see if in-person...

Strictly Speaking: A Column

Elaina Martin, Editor-in-Chief

June 9, 2021 • No Comments

I’ve been doing an unfortunate amount of reflection upon the last four years of my life lately, what with my graduation looming on the horizon. You’d think I’d...

The Public’s Obsession With Celebrities Has Gone Too Far

Josie Krupens, Opinions Editor

April 30, 2021 • No Comments

Fandom culture online has allowed many to feel as if they have a place of their own, and this is especially true for teenagers. Fans have used the Internet...

Celebrities Need To Be Held More Accountable For Sexual Misconduct April 30, 2021
Strictly Speaking: A Column April 30, 2021

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Sports

Wright Leaves an Everlasting Impact

Pavle Ristic, Sports Editor

June 8, 2021 • No Comments

By Pavle Ristic Sports Editor Senior Track Athlete Katriina Wright has been impressing sports fans since she was an underclassmen. Now in her senior year, Wright...

Francky Naguidebe: Undeniable All-Star

Zachary Grover, Sports Editor

June 8, 2021 • No Comments

By Zachary Grover Sports Editor One dribble. Then a second; then a third. In a flash, 6’9” Senior Francky Naguidebe is soaring through the air. Time stands still....

UC High Tennis Boys and Girls Group Up in Unprecedented Year

June 8, 2021

Successful Swim and Dive Make a Splash With Super Season

June 8, 2021

Boys Volleyball Springs Back Into Action For Full Season

June 8, 2021

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