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Stefanie Chavez, Photo Editor

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.”

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Freshmen’s First Year

Stefanie Chavez and Jessica Ayon
May 15, 2018

Senioritis Strikes Again

Jessica Ayon and Stefanie Chavez
May 8, 2018

Local Food Business Review

Stefanie Chavez and Jessica Ayon
April 13, 2018

[Video] Downey High School’s Walk Out Tribute

Stefanie Chavez and Jessica Ayon
March 21, 2018
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[Photo] Winter Sports Coming to an End

Lizzy Martinez, Co-Business Manager
February 26, 2018

How to Prepare for the Super Bowl

Stefanie Chavez and Jessica Ayon
February 20, 2018

The Greatest Showman Review

Stefanie Chavez, Photo Editor
January 30, 2018
Marching down 3rd Street on Dec. 3, the All District Band plays for the people of Downey for the annual Christmas parade. The group of performers consist of students from both Warren and Downey High School’s band who were invited to show off DUSD’s talent.

[Photo] 66th Annual Christmas Parade 2017

Nicole Estrada, Writer
December 13, 2017
Downey High School’s One Night Only club performs improv skits for YAWP’s Art show on Nov. 3rd in the school’s library. “Their performances were a lot better than I expected them to be,” Anna Aceves, 12, said. “I couldn’t stop laughing and they really work well together.”

[Photo] YAWP Club’s Halloween Art Show

Nicole Estrada, Writer
November 17, 2017
During one of the last few rehearsals for the school play, Nicole Carter, 12, runs through her lines, portraying Mrs. Kirby, at Downey high school’s theatre on the evening of Nov. 1. “I loved playing Mrs. Kirby because of her sass and style,” Carter said. “Coming to rehearsals have always been very fun because the cast is incredible.”

You Can’t Take It With You

Stefanie Chavez, Photo Editor
November 17, 2017
To celebrate Character Counts Week, from Oct. 16 through the 20, ASB decorates the trees in the quad with the pillar of character colors.

[Photo] Downey Has Character

Oscar Flores, Copy Editor
November 3, 2017
Warren Wimps come to together in front of the main stage, to celebrate the annual tradition of the city’s high school rivalry on Oct. 26. Students stood together smiling and chanting: “What do we eat? Bear Meat,” before snapping the photo.

[Photo] Downey vs. Warren Spirit Week

Lizzy Martinez, Co-Business Manager
November 1, 2017

Scary Stories

Stefanie Chavez and Jessica Ayon
October 24, 2017
An audience member, Irie Casillas, 12, gives her reaction after watching the Stop the Traffick documentary held in the theater after school on Wednesday, September 20. “The film changed my point of view,” Casillas said. “When I see these girls I now see them differently; I feel like they have more of a story behind them and they aren’t all doing what they do willingly.”

[Photo] Stop the Traffick Annual Documentary

Corey Ocasio, Writer
October 4, 2017

School Hacks

Stefanie Chavez and Jessica Ayon
September 20, 2017

Prom Fashion Show

Stefanie Chavez and Jessica Ayon
May 19, 2017

Battle Of The Sexes

Genevieve Gaubert, Photographer
May 16, 2017

Open House

Stefanie Chavez, Photo Editor
May 12, 2017
The Vazza Cafe moved out of the Downey City Library on February 14. The owners Mr. and Mrs. Zoumberakis have various snacks, fruits, drinks and teas on the menu for customers to enjoy.

[Photo] New Location for Vazza Café

Alexandra Rapalo, Writer
March 7, 2017
On Saturday, January 14, Downey volunteer, Leslie Gonzalez, participates in the Keep Downey Beautiful event. “I’m in my school’s builder club,” Gonzalez said. “We try to participate in the events.”

Keeping Downey Beautiful

Genevieve Gaubert, Photographer
January 25, 2017
In order to help those who cannot afford a dress for dances, Glamour Gown members, Catherine Saldivar, Sara Guillén, Kaylee Aburto, Madeline Weyers, Isabella Fierro, Giselle Garcia, Michelle Vilarino, Kayla Terrazas, and Alexandra Romero come together on January 14 at the Casa de Parley Johnson. “Many of us have been doing this since our freshman year,” Garcia said. “It was nice to see how happy everyone gets once they find the right dress and ‘Say yes to the dress’.”

[Photo] Glamour Gowns

Alicia Garcia, Photographer
January 25, 2017
In the Downey High School gym on Saturday, Dec. 3, Haylie Leon competes with a San Francisco opponent during the second match of the day. “Going into my match I was pumped up and ready to work my hardest,” Leon said. “I was just a little bit nervous and I expected the match to be somewhat tough but it all worked out at the end.”

First Girls Wrestling Match

Genevieve Gaubert, Photographer
December 19, 2016
For the 60th annual tree lighting at the Downey Civic Center on Dec.5, Giselle Garcia, Miss Teen Downey Princess, assists the Downey Rose Float Association by volunteering in the arts and crafts section. “Every year the Rose Float Association provides food for the event,” Garcia states, “which I gladly helped sell and serve.”

[Photo] Downey’s Tree Lighting and 60th Anniversary

Alicia Garcia, Photographer
December 16, 2016
At the Stardust Festival, Pinchi (Michelle) Michi, arrives during the early morning of October 2 to promote her talent that is rather dear to her. “I lost my husband about two years ago and for a while, I wasn’t able to draw without having everything revolve around him,” Michi says. “My appreciation towards El Dia de los Muertos, after my husband’s death, inspired me to paint what I paint.”

[Photo] Festival in the Stars

Christopher Tellez, Podcaster
October 26, 2016
On 3rd Street, during the farmers’ market in Downey, on October 1, Oscar and Lucia Vargas, along with little Benjamin, work to sell their self-grown plants. They have been working together at multiple farmers’ markets for six months.

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At the farmers’ market on 3rd Street, on October 1, vendor Lisa designs and sells her jewelry to make money. “I design the jewelry myself,” Lisa said. “The Haus of Accessories manufactures them.”

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At the Downey farmers’ market on 3rd Street, on October 1, Kimberly Garcia asks Zeus Tea House vendor Crystal what tea she personally would choose. She works for the company where some tea blends are made especially for the business, and her personal favorite tea is the peach oolong.

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In the Downey High gym on September 13, Sara Flores,12, preps the ball for Giselle Mora,12, to spike it towards the opposing team. “Before I play I mentally prepare myself by picturing what Im going to do during the game,” Flores said, “this is how I help the team reach our goals.”

[Photo] Downey Girls Volleyball is Back

Nicole Najera, Writer
October 19, 2016
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