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Learn more about The UCI Medical Center, located in Orange, California and the field trip that took place on March 7.
From classroom to clinic: Middle College students explore healthcare careers
March 26, 2025
Seniors Anthony Nunez and Paola Sanchez are participating in community service for MCHS Key Club.
Impact of community service on students
March 17, 2025
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Podcast: Santa Ana History & Hot Spots
March 7, 2025
The ban on TikTok impacted student's lives in different ways.
The impact of the TikTok ban on students
March 6, 2025
Interviewing seniors on leaving high school
Interviewing seniors on leaving high school
February 28, 2025
Amidst discussions about the future of Gaza, its residents express fear and skepticism, grappling with uncertainty and seeking reassurance in a challenging time.
Reimagining Gaza: AI and the ethical challenges of visual narratives
March 24, 2025
Santa Ana, the beloved sanctuary city where ICE is allegedly being spotted, has families worried about the misinformation being spread.
Misinformation on ICE in Santa Ana
March 3, 2025
Students often fall under the pressure of deadlines and expectations. Applying to colleges can be a difficult time due to stress.
From stress to success: Managing college challenges
February 26, 2025
Exploring the guidelines that teachers follow when discussing political views.
Classroom neutrality: Understanding limits on teachers’ political expression
February 4, 2025
A bookshelf of diverse lives and perspectives.
The rise on book banning
December 19, 2024
SAUSD leaders discuss ways to support undocumented students and families affected by immigration policies during the deportation crisis.
SAUSD leaders respond to mass deportation crisis
March 24, 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
Protesters gathered in Santa Ana on February 3 for 'Día Sin Inmigrantes,' raising their voices for immigrant rights and community unity.
Santa Ana community activism on mass deportations
March 17, 2025
Ways to protect yourself with sanitary products and how viruses spread.
The HMPV Virus and how it’s affecting MCHS students and faculty
February 27, 2025
The punk scene is connected to the "DIY" ethos because it is creative and independent.
Punks in SoCal: The individuals in a crowd of rebellion
March 4, 2025
From big and small studios, the entertainment is endless! However, what is worth watching? Students from the community offer their insight to this question!
Upcoming Entertainment in 2025! – Recommendations and Film News
March 4, 2025
The writing inside the book offers a lot of insight into the world around us.
Book Review: Days at the Morisaki Bookshop
February 28, 2025
The horror genre is very diverse and can have very wide discussions.
Symbolism in horror movies
February 27, 2025
Podcast: Popular shows & movies in 2025
Podcast: Popular shows & movies in 2025
February 24, 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: 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
Amanda Avalos (Made in Canva)
Podcast: Santa Ana History & Hot Spots
March 7, 2025
Podcast: Popular shows & movies in 2025
Podcast: Popular shows & movies in 2025
February 24, 2025
Podcast: The perfect Galentine's Day
Podcast: The perfect Galentine’s Day
February 20, 2025
The Student News Site of Middle College High School @ Santa Ana College

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

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Melanie Bacilio

Melanie Bacilio, Staff Writer

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Protesters gathered in Santa Ana on February 3 for 'Día Sin Inmigrantes,' raising their voices for immigrant rights and community unity.

Santa Ana community activism on mass deportations

Melanie Bacilio, Kaekoa Corona, and Yaditzel Carreon
March 17, 2025
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