Carlsbad has lost its laurels

Megan Foy, Editor In Chief
November 17, 2010

She’s listing how well-mannered, sweet and considerate she is. She’ll even send a thank you note after dinner and promises that she’ll contribute to the meal with fresh-baked dessert. No, she’s not begging for an invitation to a debutante dinner; you’re overhearing a girl explain to her neighbors... Read more »

Runners chase balls…and their dreams on the tennis court

Nick La Bounty, staff writer
November 17, 2010

Last week, Carlsbad High Juniors Austin Avan and Ryan Black went to the JV tennis match to cheer on their close friend Shannon Caulfield. Little did they know they would find a new passion that triumphs all their past experiences. While Caulfield faced her La Costa Canyon counterpart, Avan and Black... Read more »

Pumpkin recipes for better health

Andrea Abbott, Staff Writer
November 17, 2010

With the leaves changing colors and the temperature becoming cooler, fall brings many seasonal treats for everyone to enjoy. One of the most comforting sensations during the wintertime comes from the simple ingredient: pumpkin. Ranging from breakfast, all the way to dessert, pumpkin can work as a healthy... Read more »

Swift speaks now, loud and proud, on new album

Megan Benner
November 17, 2010

Taylor Swift has done it again! With all three of her CDs  going platinum, she is one of the most accomplished young adult singers. Her new album, “Speak Now” features fourteen secret-revealing songs about her life story. Leave it to Swift to have the teenage heart, laced with lyrics, which... Read more »

Run through the mud for fun

Megan Benner, Staff Writer
November 17, 2010

On October 31, Skyline Church held its traditional San Diego Mud Run at Cuyamaca Jr. College Park. Water spraying, mud flinging, heavy breathing and loud cheering help sponsors raises money for charities through this event. The 5K course was spotted with obstacles such as  a wall climb, a mud pit, a... Read more »

Have a ‘not’ so Happy Halloween!

Julie Phillips, Staff Writer
November 17, 2010

Scary Masks, fake teeth and bags of candy. Halloween is the time to let loose and have fun. It’s the one day of the year you can dress as wacky, gory or crazy as you want- and no one will judge you. Unfortunately, as Carlsbad High students we don’t get to enjoy this luxury. The crazy dress... Read more »

Sounds Express puts on a gleeful show

Ciara Woods, Staff Writer
November 4, 2010

“Step It Up” dramatizes the life of dancers, “Drum Line” looks at the life of band members and “Bring It On” supposedly represents the life of cheerleaders. These are all shows and movies about extra curricular activites that we are all familiar with. Now, for the... Read more »

Marching band combines mental and physical strength

Linea Stern, Staff Writer
November 2, 2010

Playing an instrument while marching in line with classmates seems simple, but anyone who participates in marching band knows it take a great deal of commitment and athletic ability. CHS’s Marching Band spends three hours every Tuesday and Thursday rehearsing for football games and tournaments. “We... Read more »

Several cases of gay bullying lead young men to commit suicide

Megan Foy, Editor In Chief
November 2, 2010

Within the past month, there has been multiple accounts of homosexual young men taking their own lives due to discrimination and public humiliation. The ages of the males range from eleven to eighteen years old. Tyler Clementi at Rutgers University asked his roommate if he could have the room for... Read more »

Invisible children assembly opens eyes to life of struggle

Sarah Valverde, Staff Writer
November 2, 2010

Every story has an ending to be read. Take Cinderella; she survived a sad, difficult childhood and moved on to disobey her stepmother and ultimately gained happiness. She lived “happily ever after.” Here’s another one: a woman tries to overthrow the government. She is exiled. Her cousin steps up.... Read more »