New club honors Shakespeare’s works
Morgan Chung, Staff Reporter
March 23, 2018
Filed under Entertainment, Features, Showcase
In 1592, William Shakespeare kick-started his career as a famous playwright and he had composed plays that have lasted beyond his lifetime. Currently, students are required to read his plays in school. But one teacher is changing it all so students can learn to enjoy his creations the way he originally...
Point-By-Point: Jackie Gilbert nails clinching goal to send Pumas to state
February 9, 2018
After 80 minutes of regulation and 20 minutes of overtime, the 6A state semifinal match between Perry and Pinnacle was decided in a shootout of penalty kicks. Senior Jackie Gilbert scored the game-winning penalty kick. Pioneers (15-3-2) on Tuesday. This kick propelled the Pumas (22-2) to their secon...
A Minute with Mia: Dress code dialogue needs to change
Mia Irvin, Editor in Chief
November 29, 2017
Filed under Opinions
Let me get one thing straight: this is not another story complaining about why we have a dress code. Having a dress code is necessary to maintain a certain level of professionalism at school. That is understandable and in most cases, preferred. According to many teachers, the problem lies with dress cod...
Electing Homecoming Royalty
Jordan StandingElk-Ledesma, Staff Reporter
September 28, 2017
Filed under Entertainment
Your mom, dad, siblings, or even that one goofy auntie could have been a homecoming King or Queen. It’s something that's been around for a very long time. Ask your grandma or grandpa, I guarantee they have some stories to tell. First off, what is homecoming? Homecoming by definition is an instance...
Men’s volleyball season wrap-up
Lincoln Luse, Staff Reporter
May 23, 2017
After a 6A division state runner up finish last season, head coach Brian Pomerantz knew it was going to be a challenge to get back to the state title game, especially after losing three starters to graduation in 2016. The Pumas had to fill the shoes of three starters from last year’s record-breaki...
History teacher pursues musical passion
Nikki Soto, Staff reporter
May 21, 2017
Teachers strive to motivate students to follow their passions, no matter how abstract they may seem. U.S. and World History teacher Paul Kreutz does this by embodying what it means to make a dream reality. A dedicated teacher and devoted musician, Kreutz is able to start the day sharin...
New Starbucks drinks will help you survive finals
Nikki Soto, Staff Reporter
May 4, 2017
Filed under Entertainment, Opinions
The end of the school year is in clear view, but with the impending threat of finals blocking the path, it is hard to believe we will ever reach it. Just like Mario needs a Power-Up Mushroom, high school students need their own pick-me-up: coffee. Sure, Dutch Bros has many sugary delights, but Starbucks has be...
Men’s volleyball flies to the top of the rankings
Lincoln Luse, Staff Reporter
April 25, 2017
With 32 games under their belt, men’s volleyball players is fighting to maintain their fourth-in-state ranking. Their record so far is 23-10-4, with only two games left before the playoffs begin. Although the Pumas are not doing as well as they hoped, they are still confident in their abilities to...
Dressing for prom spirit week
Nikki Soto, Staff Reporter
April 23, 2017
Filed under Entertainment, News, Uncategorized
Prom is just days away, and the halls are buzzing with excitement. Cheesy ‘promposals’ are popping up on every social media platform, and lines are forming out the bookstore to purchase tickets. This week, the cheer will only intensify as the anticipated event comes into clear view. Commemorate ...
Mary Poppins: a colorful production
Nikki Soto, Staff Reporter
April 22, 2017
Filed under Opinions
Theatre’s production of 'Mary Poppins' was a dazzling spectacle. With a grand set, bright costumes, and an exuberant cast, the stage was teeming with life and color. Performing this production at a high school seems like an odd choice, as the show is tailored more towards children. However, it i...
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