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Podcast: What is Lent and Easter?
21 hours ago
Summer activities allow people to have an exciting time and avoid an uneventful summer break.
Making the most of your summer: A guide to fun and productivity
22 hours ago
The warm comfort of Spring break.
What are students planning to do in spring break?
22 hours ago
As a student there are some things that are easier to understand than others, making it more difficult to learn certain subjects.
What classes do students find the most challenging?
April 15, 2025
People worldwide find peace and mental clarity by unplugging from social media during necessary breaks, enhancing their well-being wherever they are.
Unplug to recharge: The power of taking mental breaks from social media
April 14, 2025
ChatGPT offers new forms of problem solving, but with it can come negative side effects.
Rise of AI: The negative impacts AI has on students
April 15, 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
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Profile on Mr. A
February 25, 2025
ASB elections are here. Make sure to vote Friday, April 17!
Profiles for ASB vice president candidates
6 minutes ago
Because yellow flowers were brought to the memorial, they now represent the Sewol Ferry incident.
Remembering the Sewol Ferry Tragedy
15 hours ago
The ASB election for president is underway now and voting takes place Friday, April 18.
Profiles of the candidates for ASB President
20 hours ago
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
Mark Grayson is a seemingly normal teenager whose father, Nolan, also called Omni-Man, is the most powerful superhero on the planet. However, his father is not as heroic as he initially believed and hides a dark past.
Review of Invincible season 3
21 hours ago
Winston Duke, Lupita Nyong'o, Evan Alex, and Shahadi Wright and their tethered versions in the 2019 movie Us.
Movie Review: Us
April 14, 2025
With the school year wrapping up, it's time to bring out the summer wardrobes and get ready for the sunny days ahead.
Sunny days ahead: Your guide to the season’s top fashion picks
April 2, 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
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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Adventure to Camelot Golfland!
March 31, 2025
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Podcast: Protests for Mexican Rights
March 19, 2025
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Podcast: California Fires
March 19, 2025
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Podcast: Santa Ana History & Hot Spots
March 7, 2025
The Student News Site of Middle College High School @ Santa Ana College

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Winston Duke, Lupita Nyong'o, Evan Alex, and Shahadi Wright and their tethered versions in the 2019 movie Us.

Movie Review: Us

Itzel Gonzalez, Staff Writer
April 14, 2025
The horror genre is very diverse and can have very wide discussions.

Symbolism in horror movies

Angela Garcia, Features Editor
February 27, 2025
The final girl trope has been around for decades. However, recent film makers are starting to change harmful stereotypes.

Misogyny is the real terror in horror films

Xochilt Chamu, Staff Writer
November 18, 2022
Horror is a popular film genre that many enjoy watching. Horror movie fans are notoriously known for having an insatiable love for the genre.

The psychology of horror films

April Alvarez
May 25, 2022
The streaming service Netflix offers a variety of horror movies for viewers to enjoy, including Netflix Original Movies.

Horror movies are not all blood and guts

Pedro Morales, Staff Writer
October 25, 2019
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