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Freshmen spilled out from the stands and had to sit on the floor during the first Class Comp of the year. (Photo by Evelyn Yu)
Supersize Me:
Ivy Ruberg, Reporter/Social Media • November 6, 2024

Many people choose Palos Verdes High School because it’s the smaller of the two on the Peninsula, with Pen historically taking about 60% of...

The PTSA hosted its October 8 meeting in Kings Corner this past week. (Photo by Eason Kaewprasert)
Now Open: Kings Corner
Eason Kaewprasert and Valerie Villegas November 6, 2024

The new Kings Corner, which opened the first week of October, is a place where Sea Kings are encouraged to study, work on group projects, hang...

GSA's unity circle in 2019. (Photo Courtesy of Christina Varela)
GSA Celebrates 20 Years on Campus
Olivia Kao and Ella Sherry November 1, 2024

2024 marks the 20th anniversary of PVHS’ Gay Straight Alliance (GSA). The club was founded in 2004 to create a safe space on campus for LGBTQ+...

(Photo by Sophie Sun)
PVHS Honors Music Department Plays for a Crowd
Ryan Fuerte and Kelly Bojorquez March 18, 2024

Known for its extensive music department, Palos Verdes High School hosts an annual Honors Recital to spotlight students beyond music classes.  Students...

The Challenge of Keeping Clubs Alive
Claire Auer, Reporter • February 13, 2025

With Club Rush over a month behind us, meetings were bound to start soon.  Most students take full advantage of Club Rush, joining at least one or two clubs—but how...

Graphic by Zoe Barton
Brainrot: Who’s to Blame?
Zoe Barton, Reporter • February 13, 2025

When people hear the term “brainrot,” they likely don’t associate it with anything serious.  Originally, it was just a playful way to poke fun at excessive time...

Graphic by Quinn Kearns
Frat Culture Should Stay in College
Quinn Kearns, Centerspread Editor • February 13, 2025

Fraternities are all about brotherhood, but what about the original values of Greek life?  While the parties are popular and the stereotype is glamorized, should high...

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An Olivia Rodrigo concert in February of 2024 (Photo by Hailey Kim).
From Viral Sensations to Global Hits
Hailey Kim, Opinion Editor • February 13, 2025

After a few years of slower starts and quiet releases, 2024 is shaping up to be a standout year for pop, with the genre making a roaring comeback.  Dubbed the “year...

Graphic by Ruby Mayrose
Solo Acts Rise:
Ruby Mayrose, Centerspread Editor • February 13, 2025

At the turn of the century, alongside the rise of social media and other social platforms, we experienced a drastic change in the way we put out and receive information. This...

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Sabrina Carpenter’s Rise in Pop Music
Genie Choi, Reporter • February 13, 2025

In this past year, Sabrina Carpenter’s new album Short n’ Sweet debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart. She also won Song of the Year at the MTV Music Video...

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AVID Prepares for their Fall College Campus Tour
Charlie Russo, Reporter • February 13, 2025

Every other year, the AVID program ventures out of state to visit different colleges with his year’s stop being Northern California. AVID students...

Hurricanes Milton and Helene’s Aftermaths
Nicolas Boixo Fernandez De La Cigona, Reporter/Social Media • February 13, 2025

Hurricanes Helene and Milton destroyed a large portion of the U.S., including a large part of Florida, Georgia and the Carolinas.  Many people...

Winning pumpkin by Adelynn Henderson 
(Photo courtesy of Ashley Brockman)
Picking the Perfect Pumpkin
Valerie Villegas, News Editor • February 13, 2025

Dragons, spiders, unicorns, witches and doughnuts- all of these ideas have been brought to life by students during the library’s annual Mini...

Graphic by Izzy Thomas
A Look at the New Cheer Team
Izzy Tholan, Reporter • February 13, 2025

A new Frosh/Soph cheer team has been added this year.  The new coach for this team will be Rene Jaco. Jaco was previously the Mavericks cheer coach before accepting...

Club vs High School Sports
Aaron Propst, Sports Editor • February 13, 2025

Club sports teams have become a vital component of developing athletes into sufficient varsity players for their high school.  In some cases, participating in club sports...

From Age Five to Stanford Commit: Kaci Demaria’s Volleyball Journey
Hailey Kim, Opinion Editor • February 13, 2025

At just five years old, PVHS senior Kaci Demaria began her journey into the sport of volleyball. Her love for volleyball was nurtured by countless hours of play.  “I...

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Pint-Sized Stories: Senior Send-Off
Luka Ardon and Chloe Choi, Centerspread Editors • May 31, 2023

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