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Middle College High School students share their thoughts on their favorite fruits, reflecting.

A Fruity Summer: MCHS’ favorite fruits

May 6, 2025

Inside the LibroMobile we get a glimpse of the vast selection of books the store has to offer.

Small businesses’ big impact

May 1, 2025

Through dresses, warm encouragement, and personalized attention, Cinderella’s Closet gave students more than just prom outfits. It gave them confidence and excitement about prom.

Cinderella’s Closet helps students get ready for prom

May 1, 2025

Finals week is a stressful time for many high schoolers, leaving them cramming and stressing.

Thoughts and feelings about finals this year

April 30, 2025

Shoppers have many options to choose from, whether it's online shopping or in-store shopping.

Traditional vs. online shopping

April 30, 2025

Freshman Students share their thoughts and opinions on the book they read together in class.

The book “The Distance Between us” and its impact on freshman MCHS students

May 8, 2025

For a place where one must learn, it is odd that so many people dislike it. How is this possible? School is a place to be educated and be curious, but generations have more than expressed their displeasure of it.

The natural instinct of curiosity and how school kills It

May 1, 2025

Each year, high school seniors face the challenge of navigating the college application process, making crucial decisions that will shape their futures in higher education.

Beyond the application: The realities of college decisions at MCHS

April 30, 2025

On one side, a dove takes flight against a vibrant yellow backdrop, symbolizing the release and freedom that comes with forgiveness. On the other, a chalkboard is wiped clean on a calming blue background, representing the power of forgetting and the fresh start it brings."

Is it easier to forgive or to forget?

April 29, 2025

Teachers at Middle College High School support colleagues through signs that signify the backlash against the teacher layoffs.

Beyond the budget: Fighting for the future of our schools

April 23, 2025

Thinking it through is one thing; saying it aloud means finally engaging.

USC speak your MIND: What is it?

April 30, 2025

What is KinderCaminata all about?

KinderCaminata – What took place?

April 22, 2025

ASB elections are here. Make sure to vote Friday, April 17!

Profiles for ASB vice president candidates

April 17, 2025

Because yellow flowers were brought to the memorial, they now represent the Sewol Ferry incident.

Remembering the Sewol Ferry Tragedy

April 16, 2025

The ASB election for president is underway now and voting takes place Friday, April 18.

Profiles of the candidates for ASB president

April 16, 2025

Cecilia, the youngest Lisbon sister, depicts the struggle of being a teenage girl with suicidal tendencies, while lacking understanding from those who surround her: in this case, her doctor.

The Virgin Suicides: how its themes stay relevant today

May 5, 2025

Life is Strange is a game filled with romance, life lessons, and coming of age subjects.

Life is strange review: Every choice matters

April 24, 2025

Mark Grayson is a seemingly normal teenager whose father, Nolan, also called Omni-Man, is the most powerful superhero on the planet. However, his father is not as heroic as he initially believed and hides a dark past.

Review of Invincible season 3

April 16, 2025

Winston Duke, Lupita Nyong'o, Evan Alex, and Shahadi Wright and their tethered versions in the 2019 movie Us.

Movie Review: Us

April 14, 2025

With the school year wrapping up, it's time to bring out the summer wardrobes and get ready for the sunny days ahead.

Sunny days ahead: Your guide to the season’s top fashion picks

April 2, 2025

Middle College High School and Circulos High School mascots meet up at the soccer tournament.

Wizards vs wolves: is there a rivalry?

May 22, 2024

Some of the sports at Middle College include basketball, soccer, and flag football. Each of those sports has its own small school tournament.

Bringing CIF to Middle College

December 8, 2023

Male players dominate sports; soccer is one of many.

Gender issues in sports

November 27, 2023

MCHS and Chavez players ready up at the line of scrimmage at the Nov. 6 game at Valley High School's football field.

What’s up with the football rivalry between MCHS and Chavez?

December 15, 2021

The MCHS football team finished practice at the Santa Ana College soccer field (Bryan Bacilio)

Messi & Ronaldo: Why did the soccer stars leave their clubs?

October 29, 2021

Join us as we dive into the delicious world of sushi at Sake2Me Sushi in Tustin! Over spring break, we sampled a wide variety of rolls and shared our tasty reviews. Tune in for a fun and flavorful food adventure!

Sake2Me Sushi Review

April 23, 2025

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Podcast: What is Lent and Easter?

April 16, 2025

Adventure to Camelot Golfland!

Adventure to Camelot Golfland!

March 31, 2025

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Podcast: Protests for Mexican Rights

March 19, 2025

Since Jan. 7, a powerful surge in wildfires has erupted in California, especially in Los Angeles. (Created with Canva)

Podcast: California Fires

March 19, 2025

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Jordan Avila, Features Editor
January 29, 2018

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About the Contributor

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Jordan Avila, Former Columnist

Fun Facts:

I live in Tustin.
I want a Hydroflask.
I'm the guy on the microphone.

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Students living off of academic validation only prioritize their academics and leave out things like their mental health, social life, and extracurriculars.

Academic validation: the unhealthy relationship of a students’ life

2

Rap culture promotes negative mindsets and shows younger generations that certain lifestyles are desirable.

Hip Hop’s negative influence on adolescents

3

The Edgar style consists of the haircut and the clothing -- zip-up sweatshirt, jeans, and Air Force sneakers.

Rise of the Edgars

4

41 year old comedian Chris D'Elia played the role of Henderson on the Netflix series "You." Henderson was a pedophile who acted on his urges. D'Elia's has had five sexual misconduct accusations from at least five underage girls, all of which he has denied.

Age gap relationships are predatory

5

Mrs. Olivos made a career change from practicality to passion.

Career Path Choice: Passion or Practicality?

Freshman Students share their thoughts and opinions on the book they read together in class.

The book “The Distance Between us” and its impact on freshman MCHS students

May 8, 2025

Middle College High School students share their thoughts on their favorite fruits, reflecting.

A Fruity Summer: MCHS’ favorite fruits

May 6, 2025

Cecilia, the youngest Lisbon sister, depicts the struggle of being a teenage girl with suicidal tendencies, while lacking understanding from those who surround her: in this case, her doctor.

The Virgin Suicides: how its themes stay relevant today

May 5, 2025

Inside the LibroMobile we get a glimpse of the vast selection of books the store has to offer.

Small businesses’ big impact

May 1, 2025

For a place where one must learn, it is odd that so many people dislike it. How is this possible? School is a place to be educated and be curious, but generations have more than expressed their displeasure of it.

The natural instinct of curiosity and how school kills It

May 1, 2025

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