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Junior Kennedy Green interviewing junior Ella Tuso for her campaign.
Casting in the votes: ASB results
Priyal Choudhary, Editor-In-Chief • June 2, 2025

On Friday, May 23, all the ASB candidates had a day of highest anticipation as it was the day all the students would have placed their votes for ASB Positions. This included...

Students dancing to the song "Fireball" by Pitbull.
Under the Floating Lights
May 22, 2025

On the evening of May 17, at 7 p.m.  students gathered for a magical night at the Sheraton Universal Hotel to celebrate prom 2025. This years...

Mr. Michael Hall smiles warmly during National School Principal Day.
National School Principal Day: thank you Mr. Hall!
May 5, 2025

On Friday, May 1, students showed love and appreciation for Principal Mr. Michael Hall in honor of National School Principal Day. While there...

Families and students present for this exciting moment for seniors; the big decision day.
Seniors celebrate the next chapter
May 5, 2025

Seniors have heard the phrases “What do you want to be when you grow up?” and “What are your plans after high school?” a million times....

Crowds gather for the ultimate car meet-up.
Revving up for the car show
May 2, 2025

On April 25, a car show took place at The Kingdom. It was a nice morning for the Simi Valley community to show off their cars. The car show that...

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Seniors walking around the stadium field getting their yearbooks signed.
Senior Sunset
Emily Montalvo, Editor-in-Chief • June 2, 2025

On Friday, May 23, seniors gathered on the stadium field for one of their final high school memories Senior Sunset. Dressed in their college gear and surrounded by friends,...

HSAFP members participate in creative expression activity at VOCE mental health conference.
Future physicians in the making
May 15, 2025

The High School Alliance of Future Physicians (HSAFP) is a national organization with a mission to, “revolutionize pre-medical education by...

Posters for campaign week in front of the cafeteria.
Campaign week for ASB
May 14, 2025

Throughout the week of May 19 to May 23, students running for ASB positions will begin to campaign for their initiative for their peer's votes....

Sound bath instruments like bowls, chimes, and gongs set up on the floor before the anatomy class session on May 5.
Relax, it’s just science
May 12, 2025

On May 5 all anatomy students got to experience something very calming and unique. A sound bath! It took place in Mrs. Goldman’s room 8-11....

Junior Stephanie Valencia and freshman Ariana Lepe perform a traditional Baile Folklórico on stage during the school’s Cinco de Mayo celebration.
Cinco de Mayo comes alive
May 8, 2025

On Monday, May 5, students and staff celebrated Cinco de Mayo with a lively performance during lunch. The celebration took place on the school's...

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Juniors vs Seniors playing flag football for the Empowerpuff game held at the Highlander Stadium.
Playing for a cause: Empowerpuff game
Priyal Choudhary, Editor-In-Chief • May 29, 2025

On Wednesday, May 21 at 7 p.m., the newly brought back Highlander Empowerpuff Team began to play their competitive flag football game to raise funds and awareness for breast...

Royal and Sage Hill both putting everything on the line for this ferocious game.
So close yet so far
Victoria Sanchez, Reporter • May 11, 2025

The crowd roared with every point. Students were on the edge of their seats throughout the entire tournament game. Royal, even with much perseverance,...

Sophomore Madison Boucher dominated the varsity girls 800 meter dash, and secured the title of 2025 Coastal Canyon Champion.
Track strides at Coastal Canyon League Finals
Emily Montalvo, Editor-in-Chief • May 8, 2025

On Friday, May 2, Royal High School dominated at the Coastal Canyon League Track and Field Finals held at Moorpark High School. They faced off...

Runners clearing hurdles during the track meet.
Cruising through the Coastal Canyon League Finals
Keyri Amaya Cruz, Reporter • May 8, 2025

It is finally May, and the Coastal Canyon League Final meet was held May 2, from 3-8 p.m. at Moorpark High School. Many fast track runners from...

Highlanders playing against the Scorpions Junior Varsity tennis team.
Serving for the win
Keyri Amaya Cruz, Reporter • April 24, 2025

On Monday, March 31, it was a nice chilly day and boys tennis was getting ready to compete once again. Highlander boys warmed up to compete against...

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A local Catholic church, Saint Rosa Lima, located across the street from out school.
A new Pope has been elected
Valeria Sanchez, Reporter • May 27, 2025

On May 8 the Catholic Church elected a new pope! His name is Pope Leo XIV, and he officially became the first U.S. Pope after the former Pope Francis passed away from health...

Ms. Myszkowski reading her favorite book, To Kill A Mockingbird, during lunch time.
Favorite books on campus
Olivia Lee, Reporter • April 24, 2025

There are millions of books in the world, some popular, some unknown. Each book is unique and creates a world for people to explore in their...

Friends and family gathered in a circle after Iftar, enjoying a fun game of UNO with delicious food on the side, sharing laughter and good times together.
Ramadan: a month for reflection
Ola MohamedTaha, Reporter • March 6, 2025

Ramadan is the holiest month in the Islamic calendar, starting with the sighting of the new moon. It lasts for 29 or 30 days, with fasting from...

This beautiful mural in West Hollywood is a powerful reminder that peace and justice are in our hands.
World Social Justice Day: a global call for change
Ola MohamedTaha, Reporter • February 28, 2025

World Social Justice Day, celebrated on February 20 every year, is a day dedicated to promoting social equality, fairness, and human rights across...

Senior Adilene Lomeli holding the gifts she received while in Port Hueneme.
A lovely Valentine’s Day for the Kingdom
Jordan Maldonado, Reporter • February 20, 2025

Valentine's Day is a day lots of people look forward to. People exchange gifts with the most common ones being flowers, stuffed animals, chocolates,...

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Mrs. Beeby's 4th period senior class chalk drawing.
Class Of 2025 🎓
Emily Montalvo, Editor-in-Chief • June 2, 2025

Dear Class of 2025 We have grown so much since we learned to walk, not just in knowledge, but in who we are. We have faced the hardest and...

Coach Letus displaying the dates for summer practices for all new and returning athletes,
Golf preps for a new season
May 22, 2025

On Wednesday, May 14, Mr. Richard Letus hosts a parent-student informational meeting for all the returning and new girl golfers to set forth...

The Highlander Jazz Band's last performance at Wood Ranch Park.
One last show
May 19, 2025

As the school year comes closer and closer to being over, the Jazz Band held one final concert to close out the year for good. On Tuesday, May...

A "Tangled" themed night at prom.
Preparing for prom
May 8, 2025

As prom will take place at the Universal Sheraton venue on May 17, students and staff have been preparing endlessly to produce the best night...

Seniors trying the flavor lineup of the week eating the birthday cake cookie and the strawberry ice cream bar cookie.
Don’t “Crumble” Class of 2025
May 5, 2025

On Monday, April 28, seniors were treated to a sweet surprise from the Senior Class Council during lunch, a free Crumbl cookie. The cookies were...

Seniors Angel Espinoza and Jaden Arreguin talking about how senioritis is affecting students at our school.
Senioritis, real or fake?
May 2, 2025

As the school year gets closer and closer to ending, many seniors begin to get nervous or start to panic and fall behind. This is referred to...

Students lost in the colors of creativity, where each stroke tells a story.
A student-crafted journey through art and expression
April 24, 2025

Visual Arts Teacher of Ceramics, Drawing and Painting, Art and Design Mrs. Holcombe's Art Show, a magical world where there is no limit to creativity....

Principal Mr. Hall speaking to students about the importance of always calling someone to pick you up if you are drunk whether it be your parents or someone you trust. Even if you may get in trouble, it is better to be safe then sorry.
Every 15 Minutes: The Memorial
April 11, 2025

Every 15 Minutes, an emotional yet powerful two day event, took place on April 1 and 2. This event reminded both juniors and seniors of the devastating...

Capturing the spirit of Eid at the masjid in Orange County.
Eid: a celebration after Ramadan
April 8, 2025

Eid al-Fitr is an important Muslim holiday that marks the end of Ramadan, a month dedicated to fasting, prayer, and self-reflection. In 2025,...

Students and WASC members packing up after an engaging conference about the Kingdom.
WASC conferencing our school
March 31, 2025

From March 16-19, the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) visited the Kingdom to ensure high-quality education and proper preparation...

Moorpark College brings on comedy, drama, and musicals all in one.
A magical afternoon filled with singing, comedy, and romance
March 21, 2025

Wednesday, March 19, was a fun day for IB Literature students! At 9:15 a.m. students went to the front of the school to wait for the buses to...