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New class on campus: Ethnic Studies

New class on campus: Ethnic Studies

Aditi Agina and Leonardo Castaneda November 22, 2024

There has been a recent buzz on campus surrounding the addition of a new mandatory class at Oak Park High School. What is this class and how will it affect OPHS students?  In October of 2021, California...

Thrift stores offer an endless variety of clothing coming in different shapes, colors, and styles!

Come thrift with me: Proof that you can find cool second hand clothing!

Ella Broms, Senior Staff Artist November 21, 2024

Sustainability, cheap prices and high quality all describe shopping at thrift stores. By purchasing your clothes from secondhand stores such as Goodwill or Salvation Army, you are promoting sustainability...

How will Trump’s presidency affect student aid for college hopefuls?

How will Trump’s presidency affect student aid for college hopefuls?

Sophie Casazza and Nina Gerty November 20, 2024

Now that Donald Trump has been elected our next president, conversations about what his first days in office will look like has begun. One of Trump’s promises during his campaign was his intent to abolish...

Painting a portrait of art teacher Anna Mendez

Painting a portrait of art teacher Anna Mendez

Saanvi Dasari, Features Editor November 20, 2024

Art teacher Anna Mendez began teaching at Oak Park High School almost 20 years ago and described the experience as, “amazing.” For her, art has been a creative outlet that she has always wanted to...

Your privacy: Why OPUSD uses Google

Your privacy: Why OPUSD uses Google

Anya Luo, Guest Writer November 20, 2024

The 2000s marked the beginning of a new technological age where the world switched from paper and pen to computers and keys. Technology has driven forward research and development, created countless career...

Coalition for Family Harmony’s fight against teen dating violence and bullying

Coalition for Family Harmony’s fight against teen dating violence and bullying

Mara Hankins, Editor-in-Chief November 20, 2024
To those who remain resistant to talking about harassment or believe those discussions do not have a place on campus, Dr. Gomez had a direct response:   “When I encounter folks who have an attitude like that, my response is, dear teacher and administrative staff, you have a responsibility to create a welcoming space on your campus.” 
Study smarter not harder

Study smarter not harder

Cora Sklar and Livana Anderson November 20, 2024

With finals coming up, students are studying harder than ever, often pushing themselves to the point of exhaustion. But what if working harder is not the answer? The key lies in smarter study habits and...

"I’m proud of myself for how much I’ve grown in the past six months and how much I’ve learned just from being here.”

Seniors with Sahana: Stats survivor Nareen Chouljian

Sahana Sri, Online Director November 20, 2024

When La Reina shut down, senior Nareen Chouljian’s world changed. “I wasn’t expecting to come to a co-ed public school for my senior year,” she said. “As corny as it sounds, I’m really just...

When is it really ‘ti-iiiiiime’?

When is it really ‘ti-iiiiiime’?

Emily Hardy and Jade Wolff November 20, 2024

The winter holiday season is a fan favorite for many Oak Park High School students. Whether it be the food, family time, presents or time off of school, Christmas brings back warm memories and something...

New ways to be creative

New ways to be creative

Tanvi Jeurkar, Social Media Manager November 20, 2024

Meditation. Journaling. Long walks. There are countless recommendations of ways to make improvements to your mental health, but one of the simplest methods is unexpected: creativity. According to Forbes,...

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