New security guard keeps VHS students on campus
VHS alum Julia Izquierdo ‘20 started her security job on the VHS campus in late March and has been keeping students safe on campus ever since. Izquierdo...
Students share their thoughts about AP exams
Annual AP exams are due to arrive at VHS. Starting May 1, students who have signed up for AP exams will begin their approximately four-hour tests. AP courses...
Track and field athletes race to earn money for amenities
VHS track and field’s main fundraiser for their season is Cougar Quarters. This year it took place on April 15. The main goal of Cougar Quarters...
Recap of VHS dance teams 2022-23
VHS’ dance teams have been around since the 2000s. The school's dance program, taught by Taylor Koester, has brought dance education to VHS students. VHS offers a variety...
A new club to continue next year
The NewLife Club held its first meeting during lunch on April 18 in science teacher Heather Miyata’s room 62. The club’s leadership includes Miyata, the club’s advisor,...
The car show allowed students to express themselves and show off the cars they love
The VHS Car Show was held during lunch on March 31 on Poli Street. The VHS staff closed the two main gates, blocking...
The club open to people of all identities
The VHS GSA, a club dedicated to LGBTQ students and allies, formerly stood for the Gay-Straight Alliance. Today it stands for the Gender-Sexuality Alliance, a...
Homework help, tutoring, field trips and more are available at ASSETS
Between the end of period six and 5:30 p.m., about 50 students will attend ASSETS, a voluntary-attendance after-school program held...
The month of March is Women’s History Month; how is VHS celebrating?
March is Women’s History Month, where the women in history who have paved the way for the world today are honored. VHS has been...
Fast Horse was one of two VHS students to make it to cross country nationals this year
Anthony Fast Horse ‘24 has been running since the third grade. He ran for De Anza Middle School and the Ventura...
![GSA President Thomas Funnell 25, leftmost, said, The general climate [for LGBTQ students on campus] is accepting. But there are some individuals, as there always are, who try and make it difficult for people like us. Photo by: Alejandro Hernandez](https://thecougarpress.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/COVER-AH-GSA-feature-900x734.jpg)
