Inside the heart of the new Creative Writing club
Emma Rydeen, Reporter
September 21, 2018
Anybody can learn to write, but enjoying it may take a little more effort. To make the process of writing more enjoyable, sophomore Kenny Christianson established the Creative Writing Club to inspire others to write. To Christianson, the act of writing is similar to art and allows one to expres...
Looking Sharp: Caiman Crescendoes Wrap Up the Season on a High Note
Paige Townsend, News Editor
May 9, 2018
“Our choir has won for the last three years the Unanimous Superior award, and the year before that just the superior,” senior Faye Richards said when discussing the CAHS choir’s music awards. “I think that it’s pretty cool that we’ve been able to keep that streak up for the past few year...
Behind the Screens: A look at the seniors behind “Caiman TV”
Brigid Ambuul, Reporter
April 30, 2018
Any school could choose to send out their announcements over the loudspeaker. But we’ve never been conventional. CAHS’s weekly bulletin, Caiman TV, is a staple of the Caiman experience. The charismatic hosts offer their familiar introduction of “Welcome back to Caiman TV!” with smiles on their ...
Senior Sophia Mittman becomes the MIT Woman
Erin Marquez, Reporter
April 12, 2018
“I didn’t even think that I was going to get in. I actually considered pulling my application.” Nevertheless, CAHS senior Sophia Mittman was accepted into her dream school: Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Mittman is heavily involved in her community...
In the New Boat: Senior Carlie Stipe on Rowing and Berkeley
Emily Farren, Reporter
March 20, 2018
Senior Carlie Stipe has achieved some of her wildest dreams. “All the hard work that I've done this last year has paid off. I'm in the top ranks of rowing now; I stroke the top boats, which is one of the hardest positions in rowing. I got into my dream school.” Stipe was accepted into UC Berkeley early. O...
Weekly Roundup 3/12-3/16
Adelae Norwood, News Editor
March 19, 2018
Monday from Aubrey Gehman Middle school science teacher Robert Crosland allegedly fed a sick and deformed live puppy to a snapping turtle belonging to the school in front of his students. He has a track record of feeding guinea pigs to exotic snakes and snapping turtles during class. Read more here...
Senior Gabby Smith on Balance and University of Chicago
Adelae Norwood, News Editor
March 16, 2018
“Don’t overextend yourself in any one aspect of your life,” senior Gabby Smith said. Smith’s high school experience has been well-rounded, to say the least. She is currently a member of ASB, National Honor Society (NHS) and the Varsity Softball team. Smith strongly believes that “having ...
Editing, Films, Discussions: Coming into focus on Audio Visual Club
Lauren Rowe, Reporter
March 14, 2018
For students at CAHS, clubs are a big part of campus culture. While there are bigger clubs such as FCA and PAVE, there are also a majority of smaller clubs that showcase more specialized interests and passions. One of these clubs is Audio Visual Club. Founded by sophomore Ryan Krippner, Audio Vi...
Junior State of America proposes mental health policy after shootings
Madeleine Tseng, Reporter
March 12, 2018
“Not many teens realize that they can make a positive change in their community, and even in statewide legislation. So I wanted to start this club to bring awareness to different issues ... discuss political and social issues with everyone and ... bring what is most relevant to our generation to those...
Project 7 Club provides intimate Bible study for students
Alison Whitley and Julia Clark
March 1, 2018
P7, or Project 7, is an interactive Bible club with a focus to grow people's personal relationships with the lord. It is a smaller group than most other religious groups on campus, allowing for a one-on-one experience with God and more intimate relationship with fellow members. Freshman Averie Sa...
The Makings of History Club
Madeleine Tseng and Alison Whitley
February 20, 2018
“Many people don’t realize that bringing [an issue] to light ... and observing how some things can cause another [is] a huge theme throughout history ... People can apply that to real life,” sophomore and member of History Club Matthew Tillyer said. History Club is an open forum for CAHS student...
An Introduction to Our School Counselors
Dylan Stuflick, Reporter
February 2, 2018
Not many people realize all of the work that CAHS academic counselors do to ensure the success of the students here. From sending transcripts out to colleges to putting together our AP tests, Karen Withem and Natalie Mauhili help close the gap between students and their future colleges. Long before...
Danica Jordan, Editor in Chief
January 9, 2020
These days, streaming services rule television. Instead of buying cable or DVDs, streaming services allow for a wide selection of shows and movies available...
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