How do people give and receive love? The idea of a love language is that everyone has a preferred way of expressing and receiving love, and it falls into one of five categories, or “languages.” There...

What are some benefits and detriments of high school relationships Dating in high school has its pros and cons, with many students finding it to be a fun and meaningful experience. Being in a relationship...

Does dating someone from Buena or Foothill work for students? Although several Ventura High School students are dating each other, some students are wooed by our school rivals: Foothill Technology High...

Do you know the difference between an STI and STD According to a survey conducted by The Cougar Press with 162 VHS student responses, one in three Ventura High School students do not know the difference...

Teen pregnancy is a huge risk that nobody should take Teen pregnancy for some is considered not such a big deal and something you don't need to worry too much about, however, this is a huge misunderstanding....

Whether single or not, there are important guidelines to know when it comes to consent. Consent is a crucial part of any interaction, especially when it comes to sexual activities. According to Planned...

Nationwide, the number of teenagers having sex has decreased, and this trend is mirrored at Ventura High School.  High school is a stressful time for a lot of students, and for a lot of reasons. On top...

Ventura High School students’ opinions on the stigma of when you should lose your virginity. Losing your virginity can be nerve racking. Some teenagers view losing your virginity as a passageway to maturity,...

Many VHS students have received unsolicited nude photos and repercussions for the senders could be severe. It is common knowledge that sending sexually explicit photos of minors is illegal, however, out...

Social media standards are impressionable on the self image of today’s teens. Upon opening up their phones, the eyes of teens are exposed to seemingly “flawless” faces, figures, and lives, often...

Resources at VHS are here to assess abusive relationships. [dropcap size=small]P[/dropcap]hysical and verbal abuse in consensual or non-consensual relationships is a recurring issue throughout partnerships...