During her junior year, Jessica Ayon, 12, started taking an interest in photography and eventually joined newspaper. “I started photography because I love creativity, all forms of creativity intrigues me,” Ayon said. ”I'm not sure where I would be without the art community; I love taking part in it.”

Musical theater is an all-time favorite for Stefanie Chavez, 12, who aspires to be a professional actress after high school. “I like being able to express myself in a creative way and acting on stage,” Chavez said. “Musical theater helps me bring out my personality, and the capability of being able to change character and dress up as someone completely different is exciting. It challenges me.”