March 15, 2023 Sciences, Student Life, Teams/Competition
7th Grade Science Fair Interviews
by Liz Zarikyan This year’s Science Fair, which took place February 6-8th, was a showcase of projects from 7th and 8th grade students that uncovered mysteries, revealed solutions to some of our world problems, and even provided resources to use in case of emergency. I interviewed some of the 7th grade winners to find out more about their projects. Jordan R. – Honorable Mention...Read MoreMarch 15, 2023 Clubs and Teams, Teams/Competition
Science Olympiad
by Tarisha Hasan What is the Science Olympiad? Science Olympiad is the premier team STEM competition in the nation, providing standards-based challenges to 6,000 teams at 425 tournaments in all 50 states. Science Olympiad competitions are like academic track meets, consisting of a series of 23 team events in each division (Division B is middle school; Division C is high school). Each...Read MoreMarch 13, 2023 Health & Medicine, Student Life
Changes Coming to LAUSD Cafeterias
by Anaelle Tadros During lunchtime, there’s always a line in front of the cafeteria. Some people enjoy the food and others hate it, but we can all agree that the cafeteria is a good resource when you’re hungry and don’t have anything to eat. Although the cafeteria has its fair share of good and bad days when it comes to food, satisfaction really depends on the taste buds of those eating...Read MoreFebruary 13, 2023 Holidays, Humor, Student Life
Happy Valentine’s Day!
by Desmond Devine, NewsFlash Resident Curmudgeon Valentine’s Day has come once again to entice and torment us all, so it’s time to unravel the tangled history of the holiday. But before that, we must acknowledge the first ASB event of the year: the Love and Kindness Fest. Taking place during an extended lunch (yay!), activities included games such as cornhole and sack races,...Read MoreJanuary 9, 2023 Holidays
Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah
In honor of the Winter Holidays, please enjoy this repost of a holiday classic by Jordin Lim and Ava-Ray Pributsky The History of Christmas by Jordin Lim Christmas, celebrated on December 25th of each year, is a religious holiday that people around the world have been observing through both religious and nonreligious traditions for over two millennia. Christians celebrate Christmas to...Read MoreDecember 12, 2022 Current Events, Student Life
Middle School Fall Art Contest
By Maleeya Mickelson The winner of the 2022 Science Academy Middle School Fall Art Contest is Sasha Vitryanyuk for her art submission titled The Beginning of a Cozy, Magical, and Pokemon Fall Season. Sasha won a $25 Amazon gift card after receiving the most votes from the student body. Additional winners in the art contest include second place winner Dasha Vitryanyuk for her artwork...Read MoreNovember 17, 2022 Current Events, Holidays
Evolution of Thanksgiving
by Maleeya Mickelson Modern day Thanksgiving has evolved significantly since the First Thanksgiving in 1621. From the history of the first feast to Thanksgiving football games and the restaurants families now celebrate in, Americans have put their own stamp on this beloved holiday. The Story of Thanksgiving What Americans have come to know as the “First Thanksgiving” is...Read MoreEducational Inequalities
by Jacob Yu When I ran as an LAUSD student board member, I became more fully aware of the issues that deeply affect our district. When I attended the Student Superintendent Council Board meeting, many student representatives voiced their dissent and noted the racial and economic inequality within LAUSD. Listening to their complaints and concerns, I was inspired to research and continue...Read MoreNovember 2, 2022 Current Events, Global Research