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Examining how MCHS Freshmen manage their stress.
End-of-year crunch: How MCHS freshmen manage stress
May 29, 2025
Students taking US History this semester completed a variety of assignments on paper, including a rough draft and outline of their two most recent projects.
Switching back to pencil and paper?
May 28, 2025
Students feeling the weight of academic pressure, reflecting on expectations and their impact, questioning.
The effect of expectations on students
May 28, 2025
Memorial Day is more than a holiday, it is a day honoring the brave men and women who died serving in the United States military, remembering.
Memorial Day
May 28, 2025
With the rising influence of social media on showcasing schools, high school seniors find themselves browsing over multiple posts reflecting college life that influence their college decisions.
More than swipes: How does social media affect college decisions
May 27, 2025
A deep dive into the aftermath of recent student reports reveals the impact on campus life, student trust, and administrative response. This article unpacks the key findings.
What really happens when a student reports an issue?
May 28, 2025
Armando is remembered as someone who always complimented others and made them happy.
More than a friend: Honoring the life and legacy of Armando Morales
May 23, 2025
Many view high school as essential for future success, but students across campuses are asking the big question if it is truly preparing us for the real world, wondering.
Is high school really preparing us for the real world?
May 23, 2025
Editors and staff writers from the class of 2025.
Letter from an editor: Use your voice and prioritize your well-being
May 23, 2025
Students are benefiting from Ethnic Studies, so we need to prioritize fixing the errors within the curriculum.
Ethnic Studies in SAUSD
May 14, 2025
Rallies held in downtown Santa Ana on April 5 and 19 were sparked by community concerns over the changing political climate.
Not yours to take: The “Hands Off!” rallies
May 28, 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
Have you ever wondered how your family has shaped who you are? In her book, Emotional Inheritance: A Therapist, Her Patients, and the Legacy of Trauma, Galit Atlas explores how her patients experience the emotional trauma of the generations before them.
Book Review: Emotional Inheritance: A Therapist, Her Patients, and the Legacy of Trauma
May 28, 2025
Wizards for Water is a club run by Micah You, a teacher at Middle College High School, where students can participate in the Orange County full or half marathon while raising money to provide clean water for children in Africa.
Experience at Wizards for Water
May 19, 2025
Selena Quintanilla was a Mexican-American artist. She made many hit songs throughout her career(shown in the image). Even after her death, her legacy and songs continue to thrive.
Celebrating Selena Quintanilla: Her lasting impact and Yolanda Saldivar parole news
May 16, 2025
Experiencing art blocks could lead to various negative impacts if they are constant and overly stressed on. These impacts range from lacking motivation or ideas, to lacking confidence in future art pieces, resulting in additional struggles in the near future.
The negative effects of artistic blocks and how to avoid them
May 15, 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
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
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Podcast: Hello Summer
May 21, 2025
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Podcast: Overconsumption
May 19, 2025
Made with Canva
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
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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Jessie Ortiz

Jessie Ortiz, Former Multimedia Editor

Fun Facts:

  • Current ASB President
  • 1 -minute videos take about 1-2 hours to edit.
  • I met Evan on the first day of 6th grade.
All content by Jessie Ortiz
Sophomore Sahira Carino can't decide whether to watch her anime subbed or dubbed..

The battle of the ages: Dub vs Sub

Jessie Ortiz, Multimedia Editor
December 13, 2019
2019 Fall Lookbook

2019 Fall Lookbook

Jessie Ortiz and Maria Peralta
October 25, 2019
Middle College skater ollies off the four steps.

Skate or die: The skating epidemic at Middle College

Jessie Ortiz, Multimedia Editor
September 20, 2019
Journalism lead to a better path for this MCHS staff writer, William Gallegos.

[Photo] William Gallegos

September 20, 2019
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[Photo] Rebecca Guerrero

September 20, 2019
Nicholas Rodriguez ran to score another point for MCHS during the 2018 small schools flag football game.

[Photo] Let the Games Begin…Not

Sahira Carino, Staff Writer
September 20, 2019
Alexis Rodriguez-Mejia prepares to go to Harvard by finishing the business he started here at Middle College.

Good Goodbye

Jessie Ortiz and Alexis Rodriguez-Mejia
April 26, 2019
Although ASB loses money, MCHS maintains a higher attendance rate at dances than other schools do.

Improving ASB’s marketing problem

Jessie Ortiz, Multimedia Editor
April 5, 2019
A group photograph of Middle College High School's ASB class of 2019.

[Photo] Letter from the Editor: I stand with ASB

March 14, 2019
Even though it looks like sophomore Christina Diaz is having a good time, dance participation is at an all-time low.

[Photo] Lack of participation at MCHS

Rebecca Guerrero, Staff Writer
March 1, 2019
Party this holiday season with these glamorous outfits

Party this holiday season with these glamorous outfits

Tais Avila, Grace Elson, Jessie Ortiz, and Kasandra Tapia
December 20, 2018

21 Questions with Mr. Kaneko

Tais Avila, Grace Elson, and Jessie Ortiz
November 30, 2018
MCHS Wizards celebrate a victory.

[Photo] MCHS vs Chavez and Lorin Griset: It came home

Adriana Flores and Christopher Chavez
November 30, 2018
Artwork of Freddie Mercury performing at a concert.

[Photo] Bohemian Rhapsody: Movie Review

Christopher Chavez, Staff Writer
November 30, 2018
21 Questions with Mr.You

21 Questions with Mr.You

Tais Avila, Grace Elson, and Jessie Ortiz
October 12, 2018
A homeless individual sleeping next to a crowd of people waiting to board the bus.

Students have concerns about riding the bus to and from school

Adriana Flores, Rebecca Guerrero, and Jessie Ortiz
October 12, 2018
ASB vice president, Ana Gonzalez, and her colleagues during the ASB conference.

[Photo] Is ASB working for you?

Jordan Avila, Edgar Hernandez, and Joanna Mejia
October 12, 2018
LGBTQ flag on top of the American flag.

[Photo] The importance of LGBTQ representation to queer youth

Maria Peralta, Staff Writer
October 12, 2018
Staff writer and junior Franco Chavez scrutinizes Tupac's lyrics.

[Photo] Evolution of rap lyrics

Jordan Avila and Franco Chavez
October 12, 2018
Reporter Grace Elson questions how the #MeToo movement is impacting people everywhere.

[Photo] Think before you tweet; what you should know about the #metoo movement before you jump on the bandwagon

Grace Elson and Jacob Mendez
October 12, 2018
Teacher and musician Mr. Kaneko

Pop music and its faults

Grace Elson, Jessie Ortiz, and Alexandra Quiñones
September 14, 2018
Mr. Voight presents Lou Correa to the students.

[Photo] A grand visit

Tais Avila, News Editor
September 14, 2018
Two kittens cuddling at the shelter.

[Photo] HEAL is holding a Pro Pet Project November 6-22

Kasandra Tapia, News Editor
October 24, 2017
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