Cameron Penn introduces a new magical culture

Trina Kim, Staff Writer
December 16, 2011

This year, students are in for a little magic as CHS welcomes freshman Cameron Penn, a great performer of one of the most unique cultures around: magic. At the young age of six, Cameron’s interest in magic was piqued when he received his first Lance Burton magic kit.  With support and help from his... Read more »

Hilly Rubin pursues his passion

Linea Stern, Staff Writer
December 13, 2011

Having millions of fans, making loads of money and appearing on magazine covers seems like a fantasy for most teenage boys. However, for junior Hilly Rubin, this dream may become a reality. “I have been involved in music since I was young because my mom was a singer,” Rubin said. “I want to become... Read more »

New teacher brings fresh outlook to the classroom

Juliet Luty, Staff Writer
December 6, 2011

Young, new and enthusiastic, the recent addition of Mrs. Marquet to the Carlsbad High School staff brings yet another teacher who is excited about the opportunity to educate. “I noticed they were hiring and always loved the district, so I jumped at the opportunity to interview and I was thrilled when... Read more »

Keeghan Sebahar: On and off duty as president

Shelby Rowe, Editor-in-Chief
October 18, 2011

To say that Keeghan Sebahar is a very involved student would be an under statement. After taking on ASB president, AP classes and tons of extra curricular activities, Sebahar has more than enough on her plate for her senior year. “I was so shocked, I didn’t expect to win [ASB president]. I was just... Read more »

Posard makes the most of every minute

Nick La Bounty, Assistant Editor
October 12, 2011

It would be a challenge to find a teenager involved in more extra curricular activities than senior Camille Posard. Along with being captain of the varsity dance team, Posard is a producer for CHSTV, a member of ASB and an officer of the school’s Stand Up For Kids Club.  Along with having a course... Read more »

Chelsie Donohue paves the way for young performers

Julie Phillips
May 1, 2011

To most of us, being famous sounds like a far-off dream. An unreachable goal, managed by only a select few. But, for Senior Chelsie Donohue, fame isn’t just a dream- it’s likely to become a reality. “I started singing in middle school and I knew then I wanted to be a performer,” Donohue said. Singing,... Read more »

Natalya Phillips hits all the right notes

Ciara Woods, Staff writer
January 27, 2011

Natalya Phillips is quickly becoming Carlsbad’s next celebrity. She hopes to pursue a career as a singer-songwriter and is well on her way there. Her desire to be a part of a musical environment started at a young age. Phillips grew up in a household full of artistic talent with a music -producer... Read more »

Ruben Gonzalez juggles two sports and school

Nick La Bounty, staff writer
January 27, 2011

Sophomore Ruben Gonzalez is an integral part of both the varsity soccer and basketball teams. He made both teams as a freshman, a rare feat in high school sports. It is already uncommon for a student to letter in multiple sports, but two sports in the same season is a scheduling dilemma. Balancing practices,... Read more »

Harvard bound student excels in the classroom and on the field

Nick La Bounty, Staff Writer
December 23, 2010

Throughout the first two and a half years of his time at Carlsbad, Senior Jason Floyd had no idea what he wanted to do after high school. Halfway through Junior year, he made an early decision. “I never thought I would be going to Harvard.  I have the good grades and all but it is so prestigious it... Read more »

Melnychuk reveals secret weapon

Ciara Woods, writer
December 23, 2010

One. Two. Three. En guard! Junior Christopher Melnychuk appears to be the typical, studious kid when seen walking the halls or crowded paths around the school. Many people would never guess that he fences, or let alone knows that fencing stayed around long after Medieval times. Melnychuk started attending... Read more »

Musical cousins perform their way into the hearts of many

Ashley Perez, Assistant Editor
October 11, 2010

Amidst the excited screams and constant chatter that fill the crowded walkways, a song breaks through the noise. The soothing music comes from cousins Isaiah Saole and Fia Leau as they strum their ukuleles, sing and make their way to class. This duo have been able to bring this soothing sounds to the... Read more »

Teachers tell all: what it’s like to be a teacher and a parent

Ashley Perez, Assistant Editor
October 4, 2010

They spend the day looking after you, cleaning up your messes, helping you with homework and listening to your problems. You can call them your makeshift caregivers, fill-in guardians or surrogate parents. But most of the time, you can just call them teachers. Teachers are used to looking after hundreds... Read more »

Student receives opportunity of a lifetime at local concert

Nick La Bounty, staff writer
September 21, 2010

Junior Peter Schrupp attended the 94.9 Independence Jam in Oceanside with a sign and a dream. On August 29, Schrupp went with a few friends to enjoy the local concert, but unexpectedly his musical career reached new heights. While cheering on one of his favorite bands, the Whigs, Schrupp held up a sign... Read more »