2025 seniors coping with college anxieties
Taylor Van Dijk | Editor-in-Chief February 11, 2025 Applying for college is a whirlwind of emotions — from the uncertainty of where you will end up for the next four years, to slogging through the […]
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Maximizing your Common App activities section
Carly Altman | Head Editor February 6, 2025 While academics are the centerpiece of college applications, other factors such as essays, awards, and extracurriculars have become a prominent aspect of differentiating yourself as a candidate […]
Winter Formal then and now: 90’s to today
Emily Ota | Writer February 5, 2025 Winter Formal is a long held tradition among high schools all over the country. Traditionally, the dance is the main focus for the sparkly event, but today, many […]
Choosing classes: Underclassmen’s AP options for next year
Sedona Sweginnis | Sports Editor January 30, 2025 As SCHS moves into the middle of the second semester, the pressure to make decisions regarding their schedules next year begins to weigh on underclassmen. Freshmen and […]
Getting ahead: How to get an early start on college applications
Carly Altman | Head Editor January 24, 2025 As college application season reaches its close, one of the most popular phrases echoed by burnt-out seniors is “I wish I had more time.” Between school work, […]
Five tips and tricks to help survive finals week
Sarah Houston | Writer December 12, 2024 As the impending doom of finals week comes near and near, here are five tricks to help you remain calm and be as successful as possible. Starting […]
Puttin’ on the Glitz: Christmas takes over Del Mar
Ryan Bautista | News Editor December 12, 2024 Every year, San Clemente shows out for Christmas by Puttin’ on the Glitz across downtown. This classic event shuts down Del Mar annually and adorns it with […]
Finals Cram Session: perfect finals study opportunity
Gabby Miller | Writer December 12, 2024 As the semester ends, students become overwhelmed with the stress caused by upcoming finals and tryout season. This past week the after-school drama program hosted its auditions for the […]
Holidays at the Dana Point harbor 2024
Sienna Stone | Writer December 13, 2024 As night falls upon Southern California, seekers of Christmas cheer and festive charm visit the dazzling spectacle of Dana Point Harbor’s holiday light display. A place where its […]
Using your resources: the College and Career Center at SCHS
Taylor Van Dijk | Editor-in-Chief December 12, 2024 With the end of the semester rapidly approaching, college is on the horizon for high school seniors. Even as we enter 2025, seniors are far from done […]