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Surgeons in training demonstrating precautions they must take to be successful.
Medical professions field trip
Valeria Sanchez, Reporter • February 20, 2025

Looking to pursue a career in the medical field? Many of the Human Anatomy and Physics classes went on an extremely exciting and enlightening field trip to the Simi Institute....

A standing ovation given to the amazing Medal Of Honor recipients.
The prestigious Medal Of Honor forum
February 18, 2025

On Wednesday, February 12, from 10-11:30 a.m., The Ronald Reagan Foundation hosted their annual event, the Medal Of Honor Forum. This prestigious...

Emily Albert and friends celebrate her signing with Culver Stockton College.
Heading up the next level
February 18, 2025

On Thursday, February 6, during lunch athletes had the opportunity to sign their commitment to their respective colleges. Students and families...

UC Berkeley medical students gathered together, all putting their hands in the center in solidarity, taken by Sabina Taha, a senior medical student at UC Berkeley.
International Women in Science
February 13, 2025

International Women in Science Day, celebrated on February 11 every year, is an important occasion to not only recognize the achievements of...

Students' decorated bookmarks completed for the community.
National Honors Society: decorating bookmarks
February 11, 2025

On Monday, January 24, National Honors Society hosted a meeting for all the members to get started off for the new year, and to decorate bookmarks...

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Seniors deciding what treats to choose from.
Senior Hug Day❤️
Emily Montalvo, Editor-in-Chief • February 20, 2025

On February 14, students at our school celebrated the annual tradition of Senior Hug Day. Seniors created or purchased their Hug Day shirts, each featuring signs that read...

Students enjoying a Valentine's themed matching game.
Big Lil Siblings Club’s Valentines Day celebration
February 18, 2025

On Tuesday, February 11, Big Lil Siblings Club hosted an early Valentines Day celebration during lunch with a fun rotation of activities and...

Students waving their flashlights and hands in the air when "Firework" by Katy Perry played.
Winter Formal 2025: A Night in New York
February 11, 2025

This year’s Winter Formal, themed "A Night in New York" was a magical evening filled with music, dancing, and unforgettable memories. It was...

SEACC members participate in a game of Bầu cua cá cọp during the Southeast Asian Cultural Club's Lunar New Year celebration. The game, a Vietnamese tradition, involved students rolling animal-themed dice and working together in a circle on the floor.
Lunar New Year celebration with Southeast Asian Cultural Club
February 11, 2025

On February 3, the Southeast Asian Cultural Club (SEACC) hosted a vibrant and informative celebration of Lunar New Year during lunch in room...

Drawing of different hobbies, displaying many different possibilities.
Hobbies of Highlander staff
February 11, 2025

Most people have hobbies, in fact, almost everyone you meet will tell you what they like to do outside of work or school. This is no different...

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Color Guard performing at the Winter Formal Pep Rally.
Color Guard: bringing music to life
Safia Khan, Reporter • February 20, 2025

Color guard is a visual component of a marching band performance, incorporating dance, flags, and equipment such as rifles and sabres. Members learn choreography that aligns...

The Highlanders kicking the ball upfield during the game against Camarillo High School.
A victory for JV
Olivia Lee, Reporter • January 28, 2025

Many fans of soccer flood stadiums to watch their favorite teams play and some even have their teams with their friends. The Highlander girls...

The Highlanders blocking a shot in the first quarter.
Highlanders versus Trinity: A tale of endurance
Olivia Lee, Reporter • January 16, 2025

Whether you like playing, or just watching from the sidelines, basketball is something that many people can enjoy. This includes the girls’...

Highlander freshmen attempting to score against the Moorpark Musketeers.
Freshmen boys soccer against the Musketeers
Keyri Amaya Cruz, Reporter • January 16, 2025

It was a very intense soccer game of freshmen Highlander boys vs. Moorpark High School, and many people had high hopes for both teams. The game...

Girls Golf Coach, Richard Letus, about to hit on the golf simulator.
Off season with girl’s golf
Priyal Choudhary, Editor-In-Chief • January 15, 2025

As the season took its final ending in November for JV and Varsity Girls Golf, the athletes set to practice as much as they can during the off...

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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, and candy in a way to...

Students using apps RedNote and Lemon8 after the Tik Tok ban.
RedNote & Lemon8: new apps on the rise?
Victoria Sanchez, Reporter • February 4, 2025

When one app closes, another opens, leading to competition for TikTok. Google searches for the app RedNote have gone up by 100% and the app now...

Thoughts regarding the TikTok app.
The TikTok ban: Censoring connections?
Emily Borihane, Reporter • January 28, 2025

On the night of January 18, the ban on TikTok took hold and the app was shut down for people in the United States. There were many factors that...

Freshmen Jacob Maldonado's view of the beautiful Mammoth Lake.
Highlander winter break
Jordan Maldonado, Reporter • January 16, 2025

Winter break is one of the most anticipated breaks during the school year. It gives students and staff a fresh start to the second semester and...

A new perspective of 2025 through the lens of new resolutions!
New year, new resolutions shared
Ola MohamedTaha, Reporter • January 14, 2025

As the new year begins, many students are setting personal goals and resolutions for 2025. From improving grades to focusing on self-care, high...

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Staff Sergeant Clinton Romesha and Spc. 5 Dwight Birdwell sharing their military stories with presenter, Megan Gately.
AFJROTC cadets learn from Medal Of Honor recipients
Jovan Antonino, Reporter • February 20, 2025

On Wednesday, February 12, a select few of cadets in AFJROTC were taken to the Ronald Reagan Library to listen to the annual Medal Of Honor Forum,...

Boys JV Lacrosse playing to win against the Newbury Park Panthers.
Boys JV Lacrosse striking against Newbury Park
February 20, 2025

It is a chilly day outside and the JV boys lacrosse season has started. The boys lacrosse team are going went against Newbury Park High School...

Leaving the beach after a day of fun, swimming, and delicious food.
A senior tradition
February 13, 2025

Has anyone seen the seniors? Some students have reported the seniors last seen having fun and relaxing with friends! Friday, January 7,  was...

A flag-adorned truck parades through the city, showcasing support for President Trump's 2025 initiatives and celebrating his return to office.
Trump’s ’25 inauguration: student thoughts
January 30, 2025

On January 20, 2025, Donald J. Trump was sworn in for his second inconsecutive term as President of the United States during a ceremony at the...

The Hughes Fire smoke cloud in the air on First Street in Simi Valley.
Ashes and aftermath: The devastating LA wildfires
January 28, 2025

On January 7, a series of wildfires swept across Los Angeles County, fueled by dry conditions and raging winds. The fires caused widespread devastation,...

Juniors collaborating on different themes for the upcoming Prom of 2025.
Prom under planning
December 18, 2024

On December 11, during lunch in Room 6-2, Junior Class Council commenced their first meeting to plan prom. During this meeting, all juniors debated...

Wreaths placed by cadets.
AFJROTC place wreaths
December 17, 2024

On Saturday, December 14, at 11 a.m. in Rancho Simi Valley Public Cemetery the annual Wreaths Across America event was held. Daughters of the...