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Sophomore Lizbeth Ramirez vocalized her enjoyment of Thanksgiving because being with my family all together... unites us. Photo by: Sally Niebergall

Thanksgiving: Friends, family, and a break from school

Tatum Luoma and Sally Niebergall November 15, 2018

On Nov. 22, friends and families across the country will be celebrating the fun and food filled holiday of Thanksgiving. Originating as a harvest festival in 17th century America, Thanksgiving has been...

Police procession for Sgt. Ron Helus, who was killed trying to stop the Borderline shooter. Photo By: Michelle Azimov

“I just kind of sat there mortified:” students react to Borderline Shooting

Micah Wilcox November 11, 2018

As he watched Nightwatch, Ventura High School’s most recent play, a thought crept into senior Tyler Sehon’s mind — what if a shooting took place in the auditorium then and there, just like the one...

...My guess as to why the Commander in Chief has sent troops is to stop the Caravan due to [the] belief of [it] bringing cartel dealers, criminals and gangs, said Rodriguez. Photo by: Sam Hicks

What do VHS students think about the migrant caravan?

Sam Hicks November 9, 2018

Migrants from Central America have been steadily trudging north toward the United States in search of refuge from poverty, gang violence, persecution and death in their home countries. President Donald...

Junior Alberto Zamora sharing his feelings about fall break, and how it helps his learning. Photo by: Doug Sandford

How do VHS Students feel about fall break?

Douglas Sandford November 9, 2018

Recently, all VUSD schools had their annual fall break: a week towards the end of October where all of the district’s students have nine total days off from school. While we have this implemented into...

Senior Cougars pull the plug on UC season

Senior Cougars pull the plug on UC season

Saida Delgadillo and Tanya Turchyn November 9, 2018

Deadlines are approaching fast for students applying to one of the nine University of California (UC) schools. In recent years, the UC system has seen growth in its popularity and selectivity as well...

Photo by: River Winn

VHS students take on Fall Break Trips

Archer Herring November 6, 2018

[cvm_video id="5415"] Although fall break was over a week ago students at Ventura High School still want to share their experiences from their trips. Fall Break tends to be a time for visiting colleges...

Infographic by: Brooke Newman

Opinion: Students, what are you worth?

November 9, 2017

I recently heard that Ventura High School students are worth 37 dollars. I didn’t know what that meant, so I looked it up. After many different pages I read I found that schools are given money...

Does the gas tax fee affect me? a question VHS students may be asking themselves

Does the gas tax fee affect me? a question VHS students may be asking themselves

Ian McWeeney and William Maxwell October 14, 2017

With already fewer and fewer kids driving in our generation, there’s a new change that drivers are beginning to face, which may force them to dig a little deeper into their wallets. Gas prices are...

Senior Dora Estrada whisking eggs for her dish.
Photo by: Sarah Clench

Cookin’ up the facts with Culinary

October 14, 2017

Culinary at Ventura High School is taught periods two through five, and the culinary ROP class, Regional Occupational Program, is periods six and seven in room 83 with Chef Kayla Hernandez. Senior Kyle...

Opinion: Step up your game, attend more sporting events

Opinion: Step up your game, attend more sporting events

Hailey Cox October 11, 2017

Ventura High School's student section has gone downhill within the last year or two. Students should be going to as many games as they can; when other teams show up to VHS, they should see stands full...

Its just like everybody elses clothes is how Lipcombs described his attire.
Photo by: Acacia Harrell

Abstract students expressing their individuality

October 8, 2017

What makes up a high school? Cliques or friend groups seem to be predominant when one takes a look around campus. In popular culture, there are labels put on “groups” in high s chool. Some students...

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Photo by: Lily Lara

We need an aveNEW bus

October 4, 2017

Too full, cramped, and overcrowded. These are some of the words one would use to describe the current space issue on the Ventura High School Avenue bus. Due to this issue, students are not able to get...

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