What’s hot and what’s not
Rachel Stewart - Staff Writer
May 16, 2012
Drake’s advice to only live once has become quite the catch phrase and inspiration for many. With overwhelming popularity shown through Facebook statuses, phone cases and even t-shirts, YOLO is the way to GO(LO). Evident by the decline in spinning rims and low riders, Swag has become... (more...)
Meet junior global volunteer Erica Lang
Rachel Stewart - Staff Writer
May 11, 2012
In 2005, Hurricane Katrina destroyed communities and thousands of lives throughout New Orleans. While most tuned in to NBC News to hear about the destruction caused by the storm, junior Erica Lang traveled to the ruins, worked to repair the city and helped mend the hearts of those who lost... (more...)
Meet designer and fashion star contestant Orly Shani
Rachel Stewart - Staff Writer
April 4, 2012
The year is 2002. It is the week before prom as Orly Shani (below) browses the numerous clothing racks of a local thrift store. There, she is inspired by one-of-a-kind clothing styles and imagines a beautiful gown unlike any other. Her vision is clear, and she yearns to bring it to life. After... (more...)
The Cobrasnake
Rachel Stewart - Staff Writer
March 8, 2012
“It’s okay to want to do your own thing. Don’t be scared and work hard. Life is easier when you’re doing something you love. If you’re passionate about something and you dedicate yourself to the project, you can make something of yourself. Dare to be different.”... (more...)
5 point yoga studio
Rachel Stewart - Staff Writer
February 29, 2012
Stay tranquil and in shape this spring by taking a yoga class, listening to some soothing tunes and spending time outdoors. Stepping onto the serene waterfront, warm sand comforts a first-time attendee of 5 Point Yoga. Breath by breath, the stress of the day escapes one’s body and diminishes... (more...)
New support center available for CHS students
Rachel Stewart - Staff Writer
February 2, 2012
Students from Peer Support, a CHS club that assists its classmates, and Teen Line, a teen-to-teen hotline where teens are able to talk to other teens about their problems, have collaborated to establish a student center that will be open during lunch starting Feb. 6. Both programs have partnered... (more...)
Meet senior baker Jenna Abrams
Rachel Stewart - Staff Writer
December 28, 2011
An oven’s timer sounds, and a baker eagerly reaches to pull out her newest flavorful creation. The kitchen fills with an alluring aroma as a batch of 30 freshly made cupcakes make their way to the kitchen counter. Senior Jenna Abrams reveals her expertise in culinary arts through her... (more...)
Dark Room Delight
Rachel Stewart - Staff Writer
December 4, 2011
Although I’m more of a summer gal, December is filled with many delightful treats and traditions that I deeply enjoy. Whether I’m drinking eggnog and snuggling with my cats or watching my breath linger in bitter air, my favorite and most vivid memory about the holiday season happens... (more...)
Meet senior director Michael Munro
Rachel Stewart - Staff Writer, '14
October 29, 2011
To view Michael Munro’s films Perfect Imperfection and Paranoia click the links at the bottom of the page. A boy anxiously runs down the street as the camera follows him into the pitch-black darkness of a desolate night. He is overwhelmed with fear, and his paranoia consumes him.... (more...)
Halloween costume shop gives customers a thrill
Rachel Stewart - Staff Writer, '14
October 18, 2011
While trudging through the streets of Los Angeles, one store strikes the eye of passersby with its distinct name and exuberant vibe. Countless amounts of outfits appear through the bountiful clothing racks as one enters the gateway into a costume surplus. This superstore is the ideal place... (more...)
Meet senior philanthropist Emily Isaac
Rachel Stewart - Staff Writer, '14
October 4, 2011
Communities throughout the globe struggle with discrimination and poverty on a daily basis. Educating the general public is the first step in reversing this cycle of international inequality. For neighborhoods that suffer from the forces of intolerance, teamwork is essential. Senior philanthropist... (more...)