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The Spellbinder

The Student News Site of Middle College High School @ Santa Ana College

The Spellbinder

The Student News Site of Middle College High School @ Santa Ana College

The Spellbinder

Families enjoying time together at a local park, benefiting from the safety and support offered by sanctuary city policies.
Sanctuary Cities: Protecting Families and Offering Safety
Alexandra Duarte, Staff Writer • December 19, 2024

Sanctuary cities provide a safe place for immigrants to stay, a sanctuary city is a community with laws that protect undocumented immigrants....

MCHS students and their favorite things about Christmas.
MCHS students favorite thing about Christmas
Jennifer E. Zapata, Staff Writer • December 19, 2024

For many students, Christmas is more than just a holiday, it’s a time for family bonding, cherished memories and the joy of giving. The excitement...

What do MCHS students think about The Spellbinder; is it worth reading? What is their opinion?
Opinion on the spellbinder
Alex Lopez, Staff Writer • December 19, 2024

Here at Middle College High School, we have a journalism elective class that runs the school news known as The Spellbinder, where we cover a...

A bookshelf of diverse lives and perspectives.
Opinion
The rise on book banning
Itzel Gonzalez, Staff Writer • December 19, 2024

  "A book is a loaded gun in the house next door. Burn it. Take the shot from the weapon. Breach the door. And fire." — Ray Bradbury, ‘Fahrenheit 451’ In the past year alone, 73 schools across the state have...

A beautiful afternoon at Sasscer Park.
Opinion
Investing in the future: How much does the city really care about its youth?
Suri Guevara-Aguilar, Staff Writer • December 11, 2024

Imagine you are in a library studying for your chemistry exam; it’s quiet and comfortable, creating the perfect environment to focus because there are minimal distractions. Unfortunately, this is difficult to do in Santa...

Teens use social media to engage with the 2024 election, shaping their political voices through online platforms.
Opinion
Teenagers’ heightened awareness of the election & politics
Victoria Rivera, Staff Writer • December 9, 2024

As I walked through the door on Wednesday, November 6, the day after the election, my 7-year-old brother’s question stopped me in my tracks. What would happen to our family now that Donald Trump was re-elected as president?...

A&E
The nostalgia of cartoons and how they last in our memory throughout our life.
A&E
The lasting influence of cartoons on our lives
Angela M. Garcia, Staff Writer • December 13, 2024

The media we consumed as children, especially television, plays a significant role in shaping who we become. TV programs that were on during the boring parts of our day brought us enjoyment and entertainment. Shows are impactful...

Podcast: Christmas Movie Chat
A&E
Podcast: Christmas Movie Chat
Guadalupe Brito, Karol Cabrera, and Jocelyn Diaz December 11, 2024

GUADALUPE BRITO: Hi movie friends, welcome to season one, episode two of our podcast where we will be rating Christmas movies such as “How The Grinch Stole Christmas,” “Red One,” and “Home Alone.” Let's get...

It is time for the recognition of the many artists here at MCHS!
A&E
Artistic expression and personal growth: MCHS students share their creative journeys and challenges
Daniel Torres, A&E/Sports Editor • December 5, 2024

For generations, art has been a form of self-expression and storytelling, evolving with technology in our modern world. The ability to create and imagine is a significant part of our lives and a driving force for many. Art...

As post-election results set in, individuals, particularly women, have begun retaliating and speaking out on the worries that come with abortion rights.
News
The impact of political shifts on abortion rights in the U.S.
Lyzeth Rodriguez Ortega and Daisy Torres Becerra December 19, 2024

November 6 was a day of division between two sides in the United States of America. As Americans settled in to watch the live election updates,...

The SAC Student Store, located at the heart of the SAC campus, provides students and staff with essential supplies, snacks, and spirit gear to make sure they are ready for success.
News
MCHS SAC bookstore building enhances accessibility and convenience for students
Denise Pina and Ashley J. Medrano October 29, 2024

In 2020 and 2021, a newly constructed building for the bookstore opened its doors, designed to enhance accessibility for students. The updated...

The unit limit that SAC enforces has impacted the lives and future of countless MCHS students.
News
Why is the max unit count at Middle College 11.5 units?
Emmanuel Rodriguez-Mejia, Copy Editor • May 28, 2024

At Middle College High School, the unique dual enrollment program allows students to earn college credit while still in high school, yet there...

Podcast: Crossing Borders
Podcast: Crossing Borders
Audrey C. Cayetano, Stephanie Parra Bernabe, and Heidy Velasquez December 18, 2024

AUDREY CAYETANO: Hey, wizards, welcome to Crossing Borders, the podcast that explores intersection of immigration, politics and the real...

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