Get the horns
January 20, 2012 • Dinorah Acuna, Staff Writer
Filed under News
About a month ago, junior Christian Malacarne, signed a two-year contract to become a member of the Mexican rodeo team Rancho Contento. It is surprising that a year prior to this accomplishment, he had no interest whatsoever in the sport. In fact, he started by complete accident when another bull... Read more »
KIWIN’S and Builder’s Clubs join hands
January 20, 2012 • April Rios, Staff Writer and Photographer
Filed under Clubs & Organizations, Student Life
While some students relaxed over the holiday season, KIWIN’S and the East and West Middle School Builder’s Clubs banded together to volunteer at the Midnight Mission in Los Angeles. KIWIN’S has reached out to mentor their fellow Builder’s Clubs at East and West Middle School. Volunteering at... Read more »
Big beats and heartaches
January 20, 2012 • Hanna Suarez, Arts & Entertainment Editor
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Music
Award winning duet The Black Keys are keeping fans fueled with their raw, alternative hits “Tighten Up” and “Lonely Boy”. The band has been receiving much radio coverage for these two songs, both from recent albums Brothers and El Camino. The band is heavily influenced by American genres like... Read more »
Girls varsity basketball fumble their way into a loss
January 18, 2012 • Norma Flores, Sports Assistant
Filed under Sports, Winter Sports
The varsity basketball girls played the rivalry game away, on Warren’s turf on Jan. 11 at 5:15 pm. The game would end with a victory for the Bears, but not without the Lady Vikes giving them a fight. First possession of the ball went to Warren, and with only a few seconds into the game they managed... Read more »
A wrestling shocker
January 18, 2012 • April Rios, Staff Writer and Photographer
Filed under Sports, Winter Sports
On the evening of Jan 5, the varsity wrestling team lost to Warren for the first time in four years with the final score of 37-30, at the rival’s gym. The fanatics began to slowly fill empty seats, while the teams warmed-up and the excitement and anticipation floated around the gym. As the time to... Read more »
Four vikings in CIF’s 2011 team of the year
January 18, 2012 • Julia Ruiz, Sports Editor
Filed under Fall Sports, Sports
With a second consecutive CIF title under their belt, the girls varsity volleyball team received further recognitions as the CIF Division 2A acknowledged both senior Heather Schnars and Coach Andrea Sims as Player and Coach of the Year respectively on Dec. 12, 2011. Captain Heather Schnars’ achievements... Read more »
Five questions with Imran Chowdhry
January 11, 2012 • Angelica Co, Student Life Editor
Filed under Five Questions With..., Uncategorized
Q: Who referred you for the Make A Wish Foundation, and why did you decide to wish to meet Kobe Bryant? A: The doctors informed me about Make A Wish Foundation, and they also had everything set up for me. I chose to meet Kobe Bryant because I’ve been his fan for as long as I can remember, maybe since... Read more »
Athlete of the week 1/9-13
January 11, 2012
Filed under Featured Athlete
With multi athletic talents that range from running cross country and track and field to playing water polo and swim, quadruple threat Meghan Nevarez excels in all the sports she plays. Her dedication and drive for perfection bring her to highest level of athleticism. “Whatever sport I am playing,... Read more »


