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A night at the Music Center with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre
Early this April, the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre performed in LA at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion as part of their North American...

Oona Warren
Jun 23 min read


Trend of collectibles: the Trader Joe’s mini tote bag
All photos by Simone Modina You might have seen the viral uprising of Trader Joe’s newest release of the branded mini tote bags, followed...

Simone Modina
May 294 min read


Pet profile: Houdini
All photos by Juliet Hays While she is no man of mystery, Houdini is quite the intriguing young lady. Born on the streets, Houdini had a...
Juliet Hays
May 232 min read


Beyond the x-ray: scoliosis awareness
Art by Grace Gill Everyone goes through challenges in life— some more visible than others. Often, we choose to keep our struggles hidden...

Aubrey Arias
May 218 min read


A new era of indie animation
Art by Simone Modina With the Calarts and many other animation school’s student films releasing just around the corner, here are a few...

Simone Modina
May 203 min read


Aerial silks in Eagle Rock
All photos by Ellie Cole-Calderon You might know aerial silks from Cirque Du Soleil, but this art form is so much more, like aerialists...

Ellie Cole-Calderon
May 142 min read


DnD for dummies
art by Afreen Majumdar Dungeons and Dragons is a TTRPG, or tabletop roleplaying game—but honestly, the table is optional. To play DnD,...

Afreen Mann Majumdar
May 65 min read


What is the YEIP program?
Parks and Recreation is a wide-ranging program aimed at supporting the community. Rec centers across the country offer sports for kids...

Sophie Seifert
Apr 295 min read


‘We are all chopped and we all need jobs’: the epidemic of ERHS confession accounts
Disclaimer: The sentiments expressed in the article are my own and do not necessarily reflect the views of everyone on our staff at The...

Vivienne Freeman
Apr 96 min read


A beginner's guide to crocheting
Photos by Ellie Cole-Calderon Do you want to learn how to crochet? Are you too intimidated by difficult-looking patterns and...

Ellie Cole-Calderon
Apr 85 min read


Understanding post-high school options
Image by Irene Maddox Two roads diverged in a wood, and I— I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference. The...

Irene Maddox
Apr 15 min read


Spotlight: Pet Food Pantry
Afreen Majumdar Whether you’re a lover of dogs, cats, reptiles, or just pets in general, coming home to a furry, or scaled, friend to hug...

Evie Campbell
Mar 242 min read


10th grade personal project: the connection between art, music, and reality
Hi! My name is Sophie Seifert, and I’m a 10th grader at Eagle Rock High School. This year, I was presented with the task of making my...

Sophie Seifert
Mar 235 min read


The rise and fall of the Eagle Rock Plaza
Photos by Simone Modina and Oona Warren Whether you shop at “the big Target” or go to the gym at the Fitness 19, you’re probably familiar...
Simone Modina and Oona Warren
Mar 193 min read


Club Profile: Students Run LA
All photos by Winter Ryu-Whitney What is Students Run LA? Students Run LA (SRLA) is a non-profit marathon-training club that allows...

Winter Ryu-Whitney
Mar 184 min read


Pet profile: Ranger Danger
Many parents cherish their children more than themselves, a sentiment deeply appreciated by those very kids. Whether it be through caring...

Aubrey Arias
Mar 63 min read


Pet Profile: Mochi
All images by Aubrey Arias I think we can all agree that pets and their owners are similar and make each other's lives thrive. While...

Aubrey Arias
Feb 283 min read


Get to know the people of Casual Encountersz: the underground literary scene of LA
All images by Eva Jones Casual Encounters: an online source to find a romantic experience on Craigslist; Casual Encountersz: A meeting...

Eva Jones
Feb 284 min read


Girder Palooza: construction and community building at Delevan Drive Elementary School
Photos thanks to Mr. Bernstein, Delevan's Principal Recently, Delevan Drive Elementary School became an International Baccalaureate (IB)...

Victor Pack
Feb 262 min read


Back to the Future at the Gamble House
In late September, a good friend of mine invited me to watch Back to the Future with them. As a fan of the movie and franchise, I...

Simone Modina
Jan 243 min read


Everything you need to know about the TikTok ban
Art by Jarisse Nabung Tik Tok is a social media platform that allows users to connect with their friends and celebrities through short...

Sophie Seifert
Jan 194 min read


The Complete Unknown of Bob Dylan
Credited to Searchlight Pictures Warning: May contain some spoilers “It’s been over 50 years since I first heard Blowin’ in the Wind,” an...

Zadie Kang
Jan 153 min read


PSA: staying safe from wildfire fallout
An insidious consequence of the wildfires are beginning to set in: fallout. Learn how to take the proper precautions and stay safe.

Ainsley Drake
Jan 132 min read


Shop profile: Viking TCG
Photo by Olin Tellefsen In early 2023, a unique gaming store: Viking TCG was born out of a passion for card games, particularly Magic:...

Afreen Mann Majumdar
Jan 132 min read


Hamilton at the Pantages
All photography by Carmen Dominguez The story of Alexander Hamilton, one of America’s founding fathers, was not generally told. Then in...

Carmen Dominguez
Jan 132 min read


Wildfire drive raises staggering donations
As five major wildfires continue to ravage Los Angeles county, the Eagle Rock High came together to band around those affected.

Ainsley Drake
Jan 112 min read



Simone Modina
Jan 70 min read


My life with a flip phone
Art by Jarisse Nabung There’s nothing like the feeling of being able to make your own phone call— or at least, that’s what I thought...

Irene Maddox
Dec 10, 20243 min read


Why binge-watch?
Young man yells at a cloud, more at 11

Sasha Bercovici
Dec 6, 20245 min read


The Yosemite Recreation Center: an analysis
If you’re from Eagle Rock, chances are you know about Yosemite Recreation Center...

Ellie Cole-Calderon
Nov 18, 20244 min read


Incredibly affordable food near Eagle Rock HS
This is a list of affordable food places in eagle rock near eagle rock high school

Abel Finch Smith
Nov 17, 20246 min read


Dia de los Muertos: beyond the grave
During the month of October there are many things to look forward to. Specifically Halloween with the candy, treats, toys, parties, and...

Aubrey Arias
Nov 15, 20244 min read


Our review of the 2024 Girls Empowerment Conference
After going to the annual 2024 Girls Empowerment Conference at East LA College, we can say that it was time well spent. Many inspiring...
Evie Campbell and Carmen Dominguez
Nov 11, 20244 min read


The Halloween Horror Nights experience
Whether you’re a young kid, or going through a midlife crisis, chances are you still have fun at amusement parks. They’re known for being...

Sophie Seifert
Nov 1, 20243 min read


What was brat summer?
In mid July of this year, I was in the car with my dad. We had just arrived home when suddenly he asked, “What is brat?” ”Brat?” I...

Simone Modina
Oct 30, 20243 min read


The Goodwill “bins”: everything you need to know
In my opinion, the Goodwill Outlets (also known as the “bins”) are a hidden gem. The bins at Goodwill are a place where you can find...

Lennon Turner
Oct 9, 20243 min read


The last slice of TOWN pizza
On September 7th, one of the Eagle Rock/Highland Park community’s most beloved establishments closed its doors permanently. A highlight...

Lily Aviña
Oct 7, 20242 min read


Taylor Swift's "The Tortured Poets Department"
On April 19, 2024, Taylor Swift released her newest album titled The Tortured Poets Department. Being her eleventh studio album, it...

Lucia Allen-Cannone
May 30, 20244 min read


Four tips for your trip to the Renaissance Pleasure Faire
This year, I went to the Renaissance Pleasure Faire for the first time! I had a great time. I got to see all of the different food,...

Keira Estrella
May 20, 20243 min read


Catalina Island: a collection of photos
In April, the 9th grade students in magnet science classes had the incredible opportunity to travel to Catalina Island. During the three...

Sophie Seifert
May 17, 20241 min read


LAUSD's Young Women’s Leadership Conference: a summary
March is Women’s History Month, and what better way to celebrate than to highlight some high achieving women in leadership positions. As...

Zadie Kang
May 15, 20242 min read


Backyard beekeeping
Close your eyes. Imagine your happy place, somewhere you feel comfortable and safe, free from the burdens of life. To 9th grader...

EDITH CROSHAW
May 7, 20244 min read


"Swab to Save a Life!": a video documentary
If you had the cure to someone's cancer, would you give it to them to save their life? Join me as I interview a multitude of Asian...

Renee Modina
May 6, 20241 min read


An ERHS Robotics club season overview
With the school year coming to a close, clubs are also beginning to finish their activities for the year. One such club is the Robotics...

Shiogo Allen
Apr 29, 20244 min read


A deeper look at food in LAUSD cafeterias
Foreword By Charles-Henry Lubatti: After publishing a few food reviews, I decided to interview Ms. Martin, the cafeteria manager. For...
Cece Rainman
Apr 16, 20248 min read


Revenge Of: Our local comic store reimagined
Passing the entrance to the 2 North and down Eagle Rock Boulevard, a myriad of gray and drab buildings pass by in a blend of...

Lauren Acevedo
Apr 8, 20243 min read


Community culinary spotlight: Taco Spot
Hi, my name is Katherine Guan and I’m a sophomore here at ERHS. For my personal project, I decided to create a photo essay collection of...
Katherine Guan
Mar 25, 20241 min read


Students Run LA run the LA marathon
On Sunday, March 17th, the famous LA marathon took place. The marathon was put on by the McCourt Foundation and has been a Los Angeles...

Sophie Seifert
Mar 21, 20243 min read


Community culinary spotlight: Eagle Rock Poke Shack
Hi, my name is Katherine Guan and I’m a sophomore here at ERHS. For my personal project, I decided to create a photo essay collection of...
Katherine Guan
Mar 18, 20241 min read


Community culinary spotlight: Ding Tea Taiwanese Boba
Hi, my name is Katherine Guan and I’m a sophomore here at ERHS. For my personal project, I decided to create a photo essay collection of...
Katherine Guan
Mar 11, 20241 min read
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