The Point

Students Give Their Opinion on Popular Scary Movies

Kelly Donahue, Features Editor • October 7, 2022

A Quiet Place “I think any John Krasinski movie is really well made and I love Emily Blunt. I think it’s different from your normal scary movie because you really have to pay attention and it really...

A Letter From the Editors

District’s Decision to Change Elementary School Music Program Closes the Door to Artistic Exploration

Lucia Ruiz and Amber Chen, Editors-in-Chief • October 7, 2022

You may forget the name of an 18th century composer, but you will never forget the joy of playing Hot Cross Buns on your fourth grade instrument of choice. The Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School...

Temperature Makes a Difference

Students suffer from lack of AC in classrooms

Quinn Kearns, Social Media Editor • October 7, 2022

Along with the increasing temperatures in California, our students’ tolerance to this harsh weather is decreasing. Returning to school after a long summer under intense UV rays is hard, especially...

STAY IN YOUR LANE

Time to Fix PV High’s Parking Problem

Eva Mayrose, Opinion Editor • October 7, 2022

“Late again, I see,” your first period teacher says as you walk into the room after a grueling battle for a parking space. “I know, I know, but you should really see the never-ending...

Pint-Sized Stories

Chloe Choi and Luka Ardon, Reporters • April 7, 2022

Stifling Children’s Freedom

Parents Should Give Their Children More Freedom to Develop Interests and Personal Viewpoints

Sophie Stoddart, Reporter • April 7, 2022

All parents want their children to be successful and prosperous. Parents have the obligation to help guide their children through life, and instill in them the lessons and wisdom they have acquired during...

Survival Skills

Practical Skills Every High Schooler Should Learn

Amber Chen, Opinion Editor • April 7, 2022

A Letter From the Editors

Alycen Kim and Aidan Sun, Editors-in-Chief • April 7, 2022

On the elementary school playground, we were told to “play fair.” Whether it was four square or dodgeball, we were all expected to follow the rules of the game, in order to create a fun and equal lunchtime...

“It Was Just A Joke”

The Harm Behind Offensive Jokes

Eva Mayrose, Reporter • April 7, 2022

From seemingly harmless jokes, to forward and flagrant racist and homophobic comments, you’d be surprised how many seriously offensive topics can be excused because they were “just a joke.” Since...

Don’t Stress About Getting A Five

Naomi Gan, Reporter • April 7, 2022

AP exam season is right around the corner, but before you start stressing about scoring a five on your exam, hear me out. Spending all your time and money on AP preparation is not worth it. In terms of...

A Rejection of All College Rejections

A Satirical Guide to Dealing With the Lows of Admission Season

Alycen Kim, Editor-in-Chief • April 7, 2022

“We regret to inform you…” You stare, horrified and shellshocked, at the tiny print on the screen in front of you. The very ground beneath you feels like it’s shaking, as if getting...

Pint-Sized Stories

Chloe Choi and Luka Ardon, Reporters • March 7, 2022