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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
Made with Canva
Podcast: Hello Summer
May 21, 2025
Made with Canva
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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Rebecca Guerrero

Rebecca Guerrero, Co-Editor-in-Chief

My favorite color is royal blue, I want to travel the world, and I love to sing with my niece.

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Senior Joseangel Regalado, shows off his license after passing the test.

Buckle up: teens thoughts on driving

Rebecca Guerrero, Co-Editor-in-Chief
June 4, 2021
Co-Editor-in-Chief Rebecca Guerrero, works on the newspaper to ensure everything is ready to publish.

Closing the distance: Reporting the news and our views during the pandemic year

Rebecca Guerrero, Editor-in-Chief
April 21, 2021
The Speech and Debate team and coaches prepare for the State Qualifiers by setting up their spaces and preforming their speeches in practice.

Aiming for the top: Speech and Debate class works hard to place at virtual competitions

Rebecca Guerrero, Co-Editor-in-Chief
February 26, 2021
25,000 baseball cards like these were donated to kids through the Cal Fire baseball card drive.

Stepping up to the plate

Rebecca Guerrero, Co-Editor-in-Chief
December 14, 2020
The image shows the Compton Metro where the two deputies were shot several times in their vehicle while watching the station.

Compton shooting sends officers to hospital

Rebecca Guerrero, Editor-in-Chief
October 16, 2020
College student Francisco Guerrero, who is also this reporter's brother, completes his schoolwork from home due to the switch to online classes.

Not homeschooled, but schooled from home

Rebecca Guerrero, Opinion Editor
April 27, 2020
Senior Dylan Mai wonders what the future awaits for the Boy Scouts.

Bye bye Boy Scouts

Rebecca Guerrero, Opinion Editor
March 13, 2020
Juniors Joshua Bravo(left) and Max Rodriguez (right) wondering if this bill would make them want to go to a Cal State.

New Rules. New Opportunities. New bill may open doors for transfer students to CSU.

Rebecca Guerrero, Opinions Editor
February 12, 2020
The Bring About Hope Club had this poster circulated through classrooms to get students' and staff's attention about the good things.

The world is still beautiful

Rebecca Guerrero, A&E Editor
December 13, 2019
One of the many new inclusive Barbies from the Fashionista Line.

Corporate America and the media push toward the inclusivity of tomorrow

Rebecca Guerrero, Arts & Entertainment Editor
October 25, 2019
Five high school student holding an orange with the swastika engraved in it. This begs the question have OC students embraced the ideas of Nazism?

Young Nazis of Orange County commit the unthinkable

Rebecca Guerrero, Arts & Entertainment Editor
September 20, 2019
Group of high school students holding an orange with a Swastika carved into it.

Introducing the new ASB president, Jessie Ortiz, and vice president, Karen Alegria.

Introducing the ASB of tomorrow

Rebecca Guerrero, Staff Writer
April 26, 2019
Photo of a fedora similar to one worn by Micheal Jackson

Leaving Neverland: The Michael Jackson Documentary dethrones The King of Pop

Rebecca Guerrero
April 5, 2019
"The Masked Singer" was a fun show because of all the amazing masks. Here's a collection of masquerades similar to the ones on the show.

The Masked Singer: Review

Rebecca Guerrero, Staff Writer
April 5, 2019
Even though it looks like sophomore Christina Diaz is having a good time, dance participation is at an all-time low.

Lack of participation at MCHS

Rebecca Guerrero, Staff Writer
March 1, 2019
Sophia Gonzalez, cousin to senior and staff writer Leslie Salgado, channel surfs to find Ladybug & Cat Noir.

Why you should watch “Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug and Cat Noir”

Fatima Escobedo, Rebecca Guerrero, and Leslie Salgado
December 20, 2018
Stephen Hillenburg leaves happy memories for all with his creation, SpongeBob SquarePants.

SpongeBob creator, Stephen Hillenburg, dies at age 57

Rebecca Guerrero, Jacob Mendez, and Joseluis Rangel
December 20, 2018
Mr. Valenzuela and a volunteer sort the food in the morning.

The Importance of Food Banks

Rebecca Guerrero, Staff Writer
November 30, 2018
Mr. Valenzuela and sophomore Richard Naxi, Community Service Club member, clean up.

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
Boxing gloves

Canelo vs. Triple G

Rebecca Guerrero, Alexis Rodriguez-Mejia, and Leslie Salgado
September 14, 2018
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