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Focused and fearless, Anatomy dissects the intricate cow eye.
Anatomy’s eye-opening dissection
Valeria Sanchez, Reporter • April 24, 2025

All of Mrs. Goldman’s Anatomy classes including Honors Anatomy have been recently learning about the five senses. Students will have an exam on the topics such as smell,...

The main character, Nick Bottom, performing his play ‘Omelette’ during the song “Make an Omelette”.
Something Rotten: Welcome to the Renaissance
April 15, 2025

Whether you like musicals or not, nobody can deny the work that people put in to make the play what they envisioned. On April 3-5 and 10-12,...

Senior Luke Lacy getting "arrested" for drunk driving in the Every 15 Minutes presentation.
Every 15 Minutes: the first crash
April 10, 2025

On Tuesday, April 1, the biennial Every 15 Minutes Presentation took place in the West Parking Lot during third period, involving all senior...

Hosts MaiyaVallejo and Gaby Zavala about to announce the Stevie Highlander Award.
The Highlander Pageant
March 31, 2025

After a three year pause, the beloved Highlander Pageant made its grand return on March 14 in the MPR. The event was canceled in 2021 due to...

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...

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A display of the students ocean themed ceramic projects.
A splash of art
Emily Montalvo, Editor-in-Chief • April 24, 2025

From April 14-17, the back of the library transformed into an underwater paradise as students showcased their ocean themed creations at the annual art show. The event featured...

Over 20 students attending Mr. Habroun's review session during lunch, and preparing using Kahoot.
No stress; review sessions have you covered
April 17, 2025

Feeling stressed over upcoming AP exams? Need more review? We got you covered! AP Social Studies teachers Brian Dennert, Kevin Habroun, Kevin...

Highlanders in room 8-15 learning about famous chefs of South Asia.
South Asian Club: Building Community
April 17, 2025

South Asian Cultural Association Club is built to embrace and celebrate the heritage and culture of Highlanders from South Asian countries. These...

Matcha latte with oat milk and strawberry cream cold foam.
The Highlander Cafe now serving Matcha
April 17, 2025

The Highlander Cafe is an integral part of campus and is a student-run establishment managed by Chef Carrie Smith. The cafe is open every Wednesday...

Mr. David Sorenson, the woodshop teacher, explains how to use a  bandsaw in the school’s woodshop classroom.
Woodshop pathway’s hands-on experience
April 14, 2025

The Woodshop Pathway provides students from all grades with a well-structured approach to learning woodworking skills. Mr. David Sorenson, the...

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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 the Camarillo High School...

Sports Profiles
Sports Profiles
Mr. King English Class, Guest Writers • April 1, 2025

Kickin’ it with Cabrera By Ximena Avila “Happy tenth birthday, Matt!” his stepmother said, a smile on her face and something in her...

The JV team celebrating their win with a photo taken by their coach, Ms. Utterback.
Catching success
Olivia Lee, Reporter • March 14, 2025

Playing sports can be for fun, or it could be a source of competition among different teams. Whatever the reason people play, games are an opportunity...

Sprinters running to the finish line.
Running to win
Keyri Amaya Cruz, Reporter • March 14, 2025

On Saturday March 8, the annual Don Green Invitational track meet took place at Moorpark High School. The Don Green meet went all day, from 7:00...

The Highlanders up to bat at the start of the second inning.
Batting for victory
Olivia Lee, Reporter • February 27, 2025

There are many different reasons to like softball, and everyone has a slightly different opinion on the sport. Some like the teamwork it requires,...

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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 minds, even if that world is the...

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,...

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...

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Students lost in the colors of creativity, where each stroke tells a story.
A student-crafted journey through art and expression
Valeria Sanchez, Reporter • 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...

The wall covered with numbers of Pi and the symbol.
Pi Day contest
March 21, 2025

On Friday, March 14, during lunch in the quad, a Pi Day contest was held. Whoever could remember the most digits of Pi could win a fun prize....

Some of the personalized legacy bricks placed in the ASB quad.
Highlander legacy bricks
March 6, 2025

The ASB quad offers exciting features for students, alumni and the community to leave a lasting legacy: The Highlander Legacy Bricks. Everyone...