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Be Our Guest: The Spring Musical

Be Our Guest: The Spring Musical

Niccolo D'Agruma June 2, 2023

A tale as old as time played once again to three sold-out performances in Spaulding Theater April 21 to April 23. The cast and crew demonstrated incredible perseverance and dedication in creating something...

California’s Climate Conundrum

California’s Climate Conundrum

Luca D'Agruma April 9, 2023

In the face of declining economic growth and tax revenues, California is projected to have a $24 billion budget deficit. After years of expansion of social programs, spending, and various fiscal obligations,...

Danielle Oviedo

Danielle Oviedo

Sofia Ramirez April 9, 2023
Danielle Oviedo shares her experiences and advice after working for the Center of Reproductive Rights in L.A. at a time when abortion is on the line.
TEDxLagunaBlancaSchool

TEDxLagunaBlancaSchool

Magdalena Amezaga April 9, 2023

On February 1, TEDxLagunaBlancaSchool hosted its fifth annual event. “Metamorphosis” was the theme, representing development and change. With a beautifully decorated floral stage and a sharp logo featuring...

What is DEI?

Christiana Cino April 9, 2023

When someone mentions DEI, what is the first thing that pops into your head? Is it a positive or negative thought, or do you not know what it means? DEI stands for diversity, equity, and inclusion, and...

Staff of the Issue: Salvador Trujillo

Staff of the Issue: Salvador Trujillo

Sofia Ramirez April 9, 2023

Q: You have been a dedicated member of the school community for as long as any student can remember, how many years have you been working at Laguna Blanca? A: I have been working for Laguna Blanca school...

Philosophy @ Laguna

Aden Meisel April 9, 2023

Q: What is True Intelligence? Faust: True intelligence is the ability to understand what is called for, to be able to bring what is called for to bear, and to know how to find the resources necessary...

Theatre Kids; Beyond the Curtain

Theatre Kids; Beyond the Curtain

Cierra Nervo April 9, 2023

The journey of self discovery, the relationship between student and teacher, the traumatic events, and the great accomplishments are all key aspects of the spectacular production “The Curious Incident...

I Voted, Did You?

Alexandra Siegel, Co-Editor-in-Chief February 17, 2023

In the United States, eighteen is the start of many things; adulthood, independence, and arguably most important, engagement in the democratic process. When one votes, they are participating in the democratic...

From the Ashes - Remembering the Thomas Fire and Montecito Mudslides

From the Ashes – Remembering the Thomas Fire and Montecito Mudslides

Milla Hirsch and Ada Green February 10, 2023

Five years ago with mountains ablaze and smoke filling the air, residents between Ventura and Santa Bárbara counties in an anxious frenzy evacuated their homes to flee from the Thomas Fire. The Thomas...

In The Blues

Elli Westmacott and Christiana Cino February 9, 2023

The piles of unfinished books and assignments, the sound of notifications signifying more work to come, and the voices of every teacher and coach ringing, telling tales of distasteful decline. This is...

Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen and Prince Daemon embrace.

House of the Dragon

Luca D'Agruma and Lucy Wang February 8, 2023

“The Game of Thrones ending is possibly the worst ending of a TV show that ever existed,” wrote one fan on social media, “I am so angry right now.” In 2019, one of the most popular television series...

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