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Map depicting the location of the Santa Susana Field Labratory and its proximity to Oak Park

You may be living near a toxic waste site

Anika Ravilla and Sophie Casazza December 17, 2024

Nestled in the hills between Los Angeles and Ventura counties, located off of Woolsey Canyon Road, the Santa Susana Field Laboratory (SSFL) remains a silent and controversial landmark. Known for its role...

Beyond the school day

Beyond the school day

Abhinav Kodali, Senior Staff Writer December 17, 2024

Five days a week, six hours a day. That’s what school is… except it really isn’t. School is a home for opportunities and a way to foster exploration, with students using their school week to develop...

A deep dive into OPHS alumni pursuing art beyond high school

A deep dive into OPHS alumni pursuing art beyond high school

Diya Johny and Jade Wolff December 17, 2024

In an ever-evolving world, art for many is one of the few constants. Unreplicable and indispensable, there’s a reason why so many classes within Oak Park High School are dedicated to creativity.  Many...

Is Frank Ocean preparing to make his final wave in the music industry?

Is Frank Ocean preparing to make his final wave in the music industry?

Amanda Feldman and Emerson Adams December 17, 2024

Since emerging as a shy poet in the music industry in 2011, Frank Ocean has taken the world by storm. After a decade of enchanting millions of fans with his genre-defying melodies, rumors are spreading...

A bird’s eye view of Oak Park from a hiking trail, cushioned between mountains and hills.

Photostory: It’s time for us to reconnect with our hometown

Jade Wolff, Social Media Manager December 17, 2024

As students approach senior year there is more and more anticipation around leaving their hometown, traveling anywhere from 20 miles away to another continent. Motivation for this departure may come...

OPHS students were asked to choose their top two favorite movie genres to watch—here's how they responded.

Students’ opinions on the blockbuster films of the year

Saanvi Dasari, Features Editor December 17, 2024

There is no doubt that 2024 was an amazing year for all things entertainment. From the greatest pop-hits, monumental world tours and a fair amount of celebrity scandals, the cinema industry has also put...

Is hanging out digitally just as rewarding as in person?

Is hanging out digitally just as rewarding as in person?

Natalie Baghdanian, Managing Editor December 17, 2024

The number one way Oak Park High School students have fun is by hanging out with friends, according to a survey sent out by the Talon, which generated over 500 responses. However, “hanging out with friends”...

Exploring our deep rooted community

Exploring our deep rooted community

Ella Broms and Tanvi Jeurkar December 17, 2024

Just a five minute walk from Oak Park High School lies a hidden gem, nestled in the junction of Kanan Road and Sunnycrest Drive, rife with possibility for those who have a green thumb: the Oak Park community...

From words to roots

From words to roots

Penelope Kladopoulos, Editor-in-Chief December 17, 2024

Nestled in between G5 and G4 lies a garden transformed. The once pitiful space had been gathering dust for years until just a few months ago. Inspired by their Indigenous literature unit, Nicole Carter’s...

A crash course in building your schedule for the upcoming year

A crash course in building your schedule for the upcoming year

Emily Gluskin, Opinion Editor December 17, 2024

As the first semester of the school year comes to an end students across campus are hurriedly studying for their last tests and quizzes right before their final exams. In between cramming we dream of winter...

Spin the Wheel Student Profile: Kinza Khan

Jade Wolff, Social Media Manager December 17, 2024

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