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For the school year of 2025-2026 your class presidents at Middle College High school are Adriana Orozco, Valeria Rendon, Emiliano Morales, and Angel Nguyen.
How do the new class presidents feel about their positions and what are their plans for the future?
1 hour ago
The mock trial club teaches students to debate, defend their rights, bring justice to those around them, and learn important communication skills.
Mock trial: Fighting for justice
1 hour ago
Freshmen transition into high school from middle school
Freshmen transition into high school from middle school
October 23, 2025
The past, present, and future of MCHS
The past, present, and future of MCHS
October 23, 2025
How students feel about the potential of cell phone ban
How students feel about the potential of cell phone ban
October 23, 2025
Apple released its new products, including the iPhone Air, on Sept. 12.
A guide on the brand new Apple products
2 hours ago
Talk therapy helps individuals process emotional distress, past experiences, and conflict with peers.
Everybody needs therapy
October 28, 2025
Peer pressure manipulating our decisions, thoughts, and actions.
Peer pressure: The search for approval
October 28, 2025
On average, women still earn less than men for the same work. This is the gender pay gap.
Voices against inequality: Women speak on the pay gap
October 20, 2025
Discarded holiday items highlight the growing issue of overconsumption and waste during the festive season.
Beyond costumes and gift wrap: The environmental effects of seasonal overconsumption
October 8, 2025
An OCTA bus finishes dropping off students on 17th and Bristol, and heads off on Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025. It is raining hard, yet traffic near Santa Ana College is slow as always.
The harsh reality of commuting to school in Santa Ana
October 21, 2025
The FAFSA website is where students can apply for federal student aid.
Be intentional: Dual enrollment impacts your financial aid
October 3, 2025
Mr. Werner is the new principal at MCHS.
A new chapter for MCHS: Introducing Principal Werner
October 3, 2025
The disturbing construction causes major traffic down Bristol St.
Bristol St. beautification: How recent construction effects walkability and traffic
October 3, 2025
As seniors begin to shape their college plans, they stand threatened with the proposed budget cuts that can affect the future of their higher education.
Student aid cuts: What federal budget changes mean for college hopefuls
October 3, 2025
Students and teachers at Middle College High School share their thoughts on their favorite horror movies.
Students’ and teachers’ favorite horror movies
1 hour ago
Last month the final Conjuring movie was released, leaving the people with mixed reactions.
What are people saying about the new Conjuring movie?
2 hours ago
Clash Royale is a real-time online game filled with intense fights and strategy.
Is “Clash Royale” worth playing?
October 28, 2025
In Wilted Flowers, Divi Maggo is a story where love and loss intertwine like tangled roots. It asks a powerful question: Can a mother really parent even with inherited emotional trauma?
Book review : “Wilted Flowers: Navigating Motherhood with Mother-Wound”
October 28, 2025
The first club meeting of Sewing Circle took place the week of Sept. 6.
First meeting of Sewing Circle
October 23, 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
How are are deportations affecting our community?
Podcast: The effects of deportations in our community
October 3, 2025
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Podcast: Hello Summer
May 21, 2025
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Podcast: Overconsumption
May 19, 2025
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Podcast: Sweet Treats
May 19, 2025
In this special MCHS Trio episode, we learn about life after graduation. From moving to Hawai'i, commuting to college, choosing majors, and chasing career dreams
Podcast: Plans after senior year
May 14, 2025
The Student News Site of Middle College High School @ Santa Ana College

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For the school year of 2025-2026 your class presidents at Middle College High school are Adriana Orozco, Valeria Rendon, Emiliano Morales, and Angel Nguyen.

How do the new class presidents feel about their positions and what are their plans for the future?

Amy Orea, Staff Writer
4 hours ago
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