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“I hate [block schedule]! Because I have to spend two hours in the same boring class and I can’t do anything when I’m done testing," commented junior Trevor-Kane Baum. Photo by: Jezel Mercado

Block schedule: beneficial or bust?

Jezel Mercado and Tanya Turchyn
June 6, 2019
"After I found out that I got under five minutes for the 1500 meter run, I was so excited that I wasn't even tired," commented Pekar. Photo from: Derek Pekar

It’s over 7,000: Derek Pekar breaks decathlon record

Jezel Mercado
April 25, 2019
Some of the teachers that participated in the Pie-A-Teacher Fundraiser. Photo by: Bailey Castro

Pie a teacher to quench thirst

Jezel Mercado and Tanya Turchyn
March 20, 2019
TCP Broadcast #27

TCP Broadcast #27

Ryan King, Acacia Harrell, Liliana Lara, Lola Bobrow, Miles Bennett, Caroline Marsden, and Jezel Mercado
March 18, 2019
Senior Cole Stender believes that more sunlight makes people happier. Photo by: Jezel Mercado

Stop Changing the Darn Time!

Jezel Mercado
March 14, 2019
“I’m proud that she keeps pushing herself to always try to do more and be better,” stated Todd Tackett, VHS Girls Varsity Soccer coach. Photo by: Felix Cortez

Peyton Erickson strikes again

Jezel Mercado
February 26, 2019
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TCP Broadcast_019

Ryan King, Acacia Harrell, Lola Bobrow, Caroline Marsden, Jezel Mercado, and Jack Schatzman
January 14, 2019
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TCP Broadcast_012

Ryan King, Acacia Harrell, Sam Coats, Caroline Marsden, and Jezel Mercado
November 13, 2018
Peyton Erickson (left) and Elizabeth Senesac (right) are both applying to many colleges, and some of the same colleges, and agree that the later deadlines the Common App gives are more desirable than the Nov. 1st deadline. Photo by: Jezel Mercado

The Common App: Tool or Time-waster?

Jezel Mercado
November 8, 2018
Serena Ropersmith performing her original music with The Barn Burners. Photo by: Jezel Mercado

The ballad of Serena Ropersmith

Jezel Mercado
October 17, 2018
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TCP BROADCAST_009

Gavin Cross, Garrett Jaffe, Archer Herring, Sam Coats, and Jezel Mercado
October 14, 2018
“I just can’t wait for the fun experiences I’m going to go through with this team and this coach. I’m excited to continue to compete, especially at a high level., said senior Carlos Aviles.

Student studs: VHS athletes commit to college

The Cougar Press and Jezel Mercado
October 10, 2018
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TCP BROADCAST_007

Sarah Clench, Ryan King, Acacia Harrell, Liliana Lara, Lola Bobrow, Caroline Marsden, and Jezel Mercado
October 1, 2018
To be or not to be a citizen PART 2

To be or not to be a citizen PART 2

The Cougar Press, Acacia Harrell, and Jezel Mercado
September 30, 2018
To be or not to be a citizen

To be or not to be a citizen

Acacia Harrell and Jezel Mercado
September 4, 2018
Taking a stand for the Pledge of Allegiance

Taking a stand for the Pledge of Allegiance

Jezel Mercado
September 4, 2018
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