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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...

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...

Siblings on Campus

Siblings on Campus

Jackson Baltes January 23, 2023

Ashton Lustfield:    Q: What grade are you in? A: I am in 7th grade. Q: What is it like having an older sibling in the same school as you? A: It’s nice because teachers will recognize you...

High School-Then vs. Now

High School-Then vs. Now

Hudson Mayfield January 23, 2023

Although the youth of each generation is fleeting, there is much to learn from the prior experiences of those whose footsteps we walk in, whether it is Trish McHale’s experiences growing up just outside...

The Economy of Santa Barbara

The Economy of Santa Barbara

Davis Ohanian and Aden Meisel December 18, 2022

The median Santa Barbara house price in 2022 exploded to 2.1 million from $940,000 in 2021. This dramatic increase is due to several factors. According to local luxury properties specialist Jim Scarborough,...

Teacher Feature: Jacqueline Peláez

Teacher Feature: Jacqueline Peláez

Ada Green December 18, 2022

Q: Where are you from originally? A: I am from a country that is very far away. It’s in the north of South America, and the country’s coast is Mar Caribe—the Caribbean Sea. That country is Venezuela.   Q:...

A New Reign Begins

A New Reign Begins

Annika Firlik December 18, 2022

Leadership of a nation affects people worldwide. Leaders run the country, keep things in order, protect the national economy and politics, and are responsible for decision making, which was an essential...

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