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Letting Loose of Legacy Ties:

New bill prohibits admission biases
Valerie Villegas, News Editor November 6, 2024

With college application deadlines just around the corner, students frantically rush to submit their applications in hopes of securing a spot at their dream universities, though some already have set advantages...

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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:

How big freshman class affects student life
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 PVPUSD students and PV taking about 40% of students. But what...

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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 out with friends and socialize with others during their free...

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PVEPD demonstrates the dangers of drunk driving with special DUI (driving under the influence) goggles. (Photo by Cynthia Mindicino)

Be The Change Hosts Red Ribbon Week

Izzy Tholan, Reporter November 1, 2024

Red Ribbon Week (RRW) takes place every year in October to highlight living a drug-free lifestyle and staying healthy. The Red Ribbon symbolizes that you are committed to living a drug-free life. At...

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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+ students and their allies. Two decades later, the club is...

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Extreme Heat Spurring Change on Campus

Kelly Bojorquez, Reporter October 30, 2024

Over recent years, temperatures in California have risen dramatically, creating a challenging learning environment for students and faculty members. As temperatures continue to rise, schools have adjusted...

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PVHS Upgrades Security Infrastructure

Claire Auer, Reporter March 18, 2024

With the constant need to get Starbucks during school, newly licensed students have begun to endure the consequences of our upgraded security systems. Students have been noticing the new camera installation,...

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(Photo courtesy of Project Runway)

“All You Need is Love”

Project Runway hosts 2024 fashion show
Holly Alexander, Reporter/Social Media March 18, 2024

Project Runway’s latest show, held on February 13 and 14, was set on the theme “All You Need is Love.”  Since its start in 2007, Project Runway has evolved from a fundraiser for an orphanage...

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TikTok Removes Music From All UMG Artists

Chris Vasey, Reporter March 18, 2024

Recently, TikTok’s licensing deal with Universal Music Group (UMG) expired.  On January 31, music from popular artists like Drake, Taylor Swift, The Weekend, Ariana Grande, Billie Eilish, SZA, Adele,...

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Checking Out PVHS’s 2024 Chess Tournament

Natalie Dardon, Reporter March 18, 2024

The annual chess tournament at PVHS is an important aspect of campus life as it brings recognition to the students and staff. The tournament gives PVHS students a chance to challenge themselves and display...

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