Athlete of the week 10/24-10/28
October 31, 2011
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For volleyball star Joy Miley, dedication, determination, and respect are all key factors to her success on the court. Being Athlete of the Week means that time and effort to excel in her sport was put forth and she therefore deserved to be recognized. She feels grateful to have been picked and hopes... Read more »
Irene Luna: Editor-in-Chief
October 12, 2011
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Being one of the returning members of The Downey Legend, senior Irene Luna takes pride in her recently acclaimed position as Editor-in-Chief. The ambitious student’s journey all started at the beginning of her sophomore year. Having an available spot for an elective, Luna was placed in the newly... Read more »
Roy Mendoza: Co-Editor-in-Chief/Copy Editor
October 12, 2011
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Roy Mendoza is quite the multitasker. Not only is he a senior with a full schedule at Downey High, he is also mentoring his freshman sister, and has taken on the double duty of Co-Editor-in-Chief and Copy Editor of The Downey Legend. The busy student found his interest in writing during his middle... Read more »
Marilyn Ramirez: Co-Copy Editor
October 12, 2011
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Marilyn Ramirez, a writer for The Downey Legend, aspires to reach her goal of becoming a journalist for Time Magazine. Believing herself to be a typical girl, she enjoys not only writing but also playing the keyboard, running, and has a special interest in Astronomy. “I would have loved to travel... Read more »
Miguel Magaña: Photo Editor
October 12, 2011
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Senior Miguel Magana is the new Photo-Editor of The Downey Legend Staff. From a young age, Magana has loved traveling and enjoys visiting new places. Magana’s future plans are to visit many different countries and observe peoples every day life. Even though he might be shy with people he does not know,he... Read more »
Bryan Fernandez: Co-Photo Editor
October 12, 2011
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Junior Bryan Fernandez joined The Downey Legend as Co-Photo Editor during the peak of his high school career, as he thought it would be a good idea to get involved with the school’s newspaper and to meet new friends along the way. As a staff member of The Downey Legend, Fernandez has an opportunity... Read more »
Brenda Lopez: Business Manager
October 12, 2011
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A senior here at Downey High, Brenda Lopez is the business manager for The Downey Legend. Because this job entrusts her with the financial care of the newspaper, this leader in production is perfect for the job. Baby-sitting her younger siblings has left her with much responsibility, not only useful... Read more »
Anna Cerojano: Public Relations
October 12, 2011
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Senior Anna Felicia Cerojano, age 17, is currently fulfilling her second year as Public Relations for the 2011-2012 school year at The Downey Legend. In addition to Newspaper, Cerojano has a time consuming schedule which includes classes such as: ERWC, AP Calculus, AP Government, Spanish 3, and an upcoming... Read more »
April Watson: Business/Public Relations Assistant
October 12, 2011
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A fresh face in the staff, junior April Watson is set out to gain some experience at The Downey Legend. As the Business/Public Relations Assistant, she aspires to learn skills that will help her succeed in the world of business. Watson is an avid student at Downey High, holding leadership positions in... Read more »
Kimberly Dominguez: News Editor
October 12, 2011
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Seventeen-year-old Kimberly Dominguez is an avid writer and the News Editor at The Downey Legend. Although Dominguez has always enjoyed writing, it wasn’t until her teachers recommended her to expand on her writing skills that she decided to join the Online Newspaper. It is her first year on staff... Read more »

