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Podcast: Behind the Beauty Part III
Podcast: Behind the Beauty Part III
May 29, 2024
Podcast: Our words of wisdom
Podcast: Our words of wisdom
May 29, 2024
As the final week for the class of 2024 comes to an end, here are a few pieces of advice they wish someone had given them.
Just one last thing before they leave
May 28, 2024
Seniors enjoyed their prom and had a great time with their friends. Many memories were made and the night was a success.
A memorable night
May 28, 2024
Upcoming ASB president, Ariena "Ari" Molina, and her goals for the 2024-2025 school year.
Upcoming ASB president and her goals for the 2024-2025 school year
May 28, 2024
A new hot wing restaurant opened up across the street. How good are they?
Food review of the new “Epic Wings” restaurant
May 28, 2024
ASB taking a photo after the Winter Assembly.
Understanding the school spirit at MCHS
May 28, 2024
Self-checkout allows you to scan, bag, and go at your own pace.
The benefits of self checkout
May 24, 2024
Santa Ana has been ranked number 39 as the most dangerous city in California but why?
What makes Santa Ana so unsafe?
May 2, 2024
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were 196,000 jobs in the field of psychology in 2022. Also, the job growth outlook for the years 2022-2032 is 6%, faster than average.
Why is the psychology major so popular with MCHS seniors?
May 2, 2024
The unit limit that SAC enforces has impacted the lives and future of countless MCHS students.
Why is the max unit count at Middle College 11.5 units?
May 28, 2024
El Don's 100 year anniversary exhibition at the Santora Arts Building.
Celebrating El Don’s 100th Anniversary
May 27, 2024
How are the freshmen feeling about the upcoming year? Are they stressed, calm, excited, organized, or ready for it?
How do the Freshman feel about the upcoming year?
May 24, 2024
How has the evolution of the journalism elective at MCHS shaped the elective now?
The evolution of journalism at MCHS
May 24, 2024
Lola Gonzalez and Johanna Ramos and their eye-catching tri-fold of Princeton University.
MCHS 2024 College Fair
May 23, 2024
Summer is coming up so here are a few more book recommendations!!
Summer reads: Book recommendations
May 23, 2024
Looking for a new show to watch? Are you a fan of Isao Takahata’s works? If so, consider watching Heidi, Girl of the Alps, an animated series based on the book Heidi: Her Years of Wandering and Learning by Johanna Spyri.
Need a show recommendation?
May 22, 2024
People have busy lives so they seek for short pieces of entertainment rather than a book.
Are books being forgotten?
May 17, 2024
Individuals often deal with many hardships, but how do characters' stories help them power through?
How do characters hardships influence the audience in the real world?
May 9, 2024
There is a wide variety of 2000s to 2010s video games that range from RPG, FPS, Sandbox, Survival, and more.
Nostalgia of 2000s-2010s video games
May 9, 2024
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
Podcast: Behind the Beauty Part III
Podcast: Behind the Beauty Part III
May 29, 2024
Podcast: Our words of wisdom
Podcast: Our words of wisdom
May 29, 2024
Podcast: LosWizardPundits' Euphony Part III
Podcast: LosWizardPundits’ Euphony Part III
May 28, 2024
Behind the scenes of the AVID 9 College Fair
Behind the scenes of the AVID 9 College Fair
May 15, 2024
Our journey into high school
Our journey into high school
May 13, 2024
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Kaitlyn D. Figueroa

Kaitlyn D. Figueroa, Co-Editor-in-Chief and Magazine Editor

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Upcoming ASB president, Ariena "Ari" Molina, and her goals for the 2024-2025 school year.

Upcoming ASB president and her goals for the 2024-2025 school year

Kaitlyn Figueroa, Co-Editor-in-Chief
May 28, 2024
OnlyToday, a band recently formed by five talented high school students, has slowly gained popularity at Middle College High School.

Rising Talent: OnlyToday

Kaitlyn Figueroa, Co-Editor-in-Chief
May 5, 2024
Despite modern beliefs on poetry, it has the ability to positively change perceptions people have.

The importance of poetry

Kaitlyn Figueroa, Co-Editor-in-Chief
December 8, 2023
Those who grew up without a mother or father are more likely to develop negative habits.

A Child’s Development Needs a Mother and Father

Kaitlyn Figueroa, Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 7, 2023
Award winning symposium presentation by sophomore Paola Sanchez talking about the systems connected to the issue of food waste.

Symposium showcase 2023

Kaitlyn Figueroa, Arts & Entertainment/Sports Editor
May 17, 2023
Misconceptions about punk, rock, and metal hide the truth about these genres' origins and relevance.

Listening to the devil’s music: The history of punk, rock, and metal

Kaitlyn Figueroa, Arts and Entertainment Editor
March 31, 2023
Having access to platforms that address politics allows teens to be more involved and willing to initiate change.

Gen Z’s impact on politics

Kaitlyn Figueroa, Staff Writer
December 19, 2022
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Beginning Journalism Class
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