December 2023 Issue

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Just like a song, the debate of whether orchestra or band is superior has many layers to it, with each opinion branching off into its own melody of sorts. Both the band and orchestra programs at PHS are made up of students who are passionate about music, and many are certain that their instrument, ...

What’s in my Closet? A guide to style with senior Alexis Rojas It’s nearly impossible to catch senior Alexis Rojas in a lousy outfit. Whether it’s an outfit with a casual or more spunky vibe, Rojas’s innate style always shines through. For the senior, fashion acts like a canvas, where her clothing...

Just four days before University of California college applications were due, students received an email inviting them to skip class periods over the next three days to work on their applications in the library. To most students, this was a godsend, but to some teachers, the workshops stung, relegat...

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As the distance between her and the Big Creature grows, she begins to breathe again. Picturing the little flower she had plucked, she smiles to herself. “Good job, Luna,” she squeaks quietly. But suddenly: oh no, flowers!? She was supposed to make Sir Spider’s bouquet! Oh, and that favor she promise...