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From left to right: Melanie True 26, Valentina Fakrogha 24, Sadie Englehardt 25 and Aelo Curtis 26 compete in the distance medley relay. Photo by: VHS Track & Field

Ventura High School Track and Field team has a historic season

Isabella Fierros and Alexis Segovia May 28, 2024

The VHS track & Field team sets new records at Mt. SAC Invitational From April 19 to 20, VHS Track & Field team traveled to compete in the 64th Mt. SAC (San Antonio College) Invitational in Walnut,...

The theme of the Sadie’s dance is Western. Some traditional western apparel is cowboy boots and a hat. Graphic by: ASB

Sadies dance is back

Vail Newman May 28, 2024

The spring dance is back for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic. A spring dance has not been held at VHS since prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. The spring dance is coming back this year and will...

At the Ventura Unified board meeting, Proposition 28 was discussed. Photo by: Isabella Fierros

Ventura Unified School District convenes to discuss Master Arts Plan

Brody Daw, Isabella Fierros, and Ava Mohror May 25, 2024

Proposition 28 is reviewed and approved by the district On March 19, the VUSD Board of Education held a meeting to discuss and review Proposition 28. Proposition 28 was first approved in November 2022...

The cast of Willy Wonka approached the audience several times throughout the play, creating an engaging experience for the crowd. Photo by: Emily Nguyen

Opinion: “Willy Wonka” is a performance full of wonder and delight

Weston Blackburn and Emily Nguyen May 22, 2024

A review of the newest play produced and performed by VHS’ drama department  VHS’ drama department’s latest performance was “Willy Wonka,” a rendition of Roald Dahl’s book, “Charlie and...

Invest a short amount of time to fill out a FAFSA and unlock your potential with the financial key to higher education. Graphic by: www.schoolposters.com

FAFSA is running late

Emmett Flynn May 7, 2024

VHS students need to start taking advantage of Federal Student Aid As senior students inch closer to their graduation, the looming question of how to finance higher education can often be unmotivating...

Student-led band Clave Afirmativo featuring Matthew Valdovinos 24 (left), Damian De La Fuente 24 (center) and Manny Guillen 24 (right) performing at the baile. Photo by: Nathan Lopez

VHS hosts “Vamonos de Baile”

Nathan Lopez May 7, 2024

A cultural festivity at VHS filled with dancing and live music VHS hosted “Vamonos de Baile” and it took place on the senior lawn and the cafeteria plaza on Friday, March 22 starting at 6 p.m. and...

Registration for the 2025 AP tests begins in September 2024 in which the registration process follows these steps. Graphic By: Alexis Segovia

Advanced Placement testing season is just around the corner

Alexis Segovia May 1, 2024

Advanced Placement (AP) tests will take place soon across the country May marks the beginning of AP tests for students across the country, including VHS students. The first test is set to take place on...

Pictured is a downtown skyline on the Cumberland River in Nashville, Tennessee where the students will visit on their trip. Graphic by: Emmett Flynn

VHS’ music department prepares for the Spring Tour

Emmett Flynn April 23, 2024

The VHS music department will be putting its skills to the test with a long-awaited competition VHS’ musicians gear up for their yearly trip to Nashville, Tennessee. This year from April 12 to April...

According to Wui the culinary pathway is a productive and enjoyable way to learn relevant skills for possible future careers or adult life. Graphic by: Sophia Denzler.

What’s cooking in Ventura High School’s kitchens?

Sophia Denzler April 12, 2024

VHS CTE Culinary pathway provides students with academic and real life skills] As one of VHS’ Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways, the Food Service and Hospitality track offers three consecutive...

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