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Taken just a little over a year before the destructive fire, the beautiful Notre Dame Cathedral stands around leafless trees on a cloudy day.
Notre Dame Rebuild
An infographic I made to show the percentage of students looking to get jobs during summer compared to the students not getting jobs. Sample size was 20 SRA Juniors.
Summer Jobs: How Many SRA Students Are Getting Them?
Photo of the front of the Long Beach City Council. The City Council passed measure RW.
Long Beach Raising Minimum Wages To 30 Dollars An Hour By 2028
Remembering Sam Rubin
Remembering Sam Rubin
This shows an Apple watch and an iPhone because they are both banned in school!
The Global Debate: Countries Banning Phones in Schools
A man is putting his head down due to over amounts of work.
Student Burnout
Harrison Butker has spoken as a commencement speaker for two college graduations, Benedictine College and Georgia Institute of Technology. This photo shows him during his address at Benedictine College on May 11th, 2024.
An Explanation of the Harrison Butker Commencement Speech
This picture shows a beautiful street in Kyoto Japan
Places to Travel
Located in Los Angeles, UCLA’s Royce Hall is notable as an iconic building that signifies the rich heritage of this learning institution and its commitment to teaching excellence.
Community, or University? The Choice is Easier than it Seems!
The Next Chapter: Where Are SRA Seniors Going to College?
The Next Chapter: Where Are SRA Seniors Going to College?
One of the most notable cars of its era this 59 Cadillac Coupe Deville displays its chrome trim which was typical for the late 50s and 60s as well as the Iconic tailfins and front design that catch the eye of anyone nearby. Compared to the modern Cadillacs of today there is close to no resemblance.
Is Car Culture going to crash?
Pictured here is a large oil refinery in California. These refineries are responsible for taking crude oil and refining it into diesel, gasoline, and aviation fuel, otherwise known as JP5 fuel.
California To Continue Raising Gas Prices
California Governor Gavin Newsom, speaking to reporters.
California, Banning The Sale Of Gas Cars
Oil and Oil filters are components commonly replaced in vehicles after 5,000 - 7,000 miles. Its important to find the correct oil specific to the engine otherwise lubrication problems can arise.
Car Maintenance: What to Do
Northbound traffic on the 15 freeway. Speed limiters potentially can prevent the buildup of traffic from accidents on the road.
California To Mandate Speed Limited Cars
iPad kid screaming when their device is being taken away; no interest in toys
The Ipad Kid Generation and Reading Books
An Industrial Robot in action
How Robots Will Change The World
Average Percent Of Time Spent in Each Sleep Cycle. REM cycle takes up almost 30% of the sleep cycle.
The Science Behind Nightmares
A close-up drawing of an adult flea. Careful checking your pet for these- they jump high! These small pests will appear black against your pets skin.
Fleas and Ticks: Prevention and Care for Springtime Parasites
These pictures show the difference in craftsmanship between the beautiful Utah monolith and the clumsy Romainian monolith.
Monoliths
Changing Careers?
Changing Careers?
As the summer rolls around and the school year comes to an end it can be hard to fill the newfound free time we have as we are no longer at school. Its important to remain productive and fill our time with activities that help us keep a positive mindset, mental state, and attitude.
Sunny Side Up: Prioritizing Productivity In The Summer
“April is recognized as National Stress Awareness Month to bring attention to the negative impact of stress. Managing stress is an essential component of a healthy lifestyle. Knowing how to manage stress can improve mental and physical well-being as well as minimize exacerbation of health-related issues.It’s critical to recognize what stress and anxiety look like, take steps to build resilience and know where to go for help”
April: The Significance of National Stress Awareness Month
Its about that time, the time when we start receiving letters back in bold writing that says either “accepted” or “rejected” with lasting effects on the next chapter of our lives. Its the time when high school is coming to an end and when the stress of that bold writing will determine our futures.
How to Cope When Your Dream School Says No
Moments like these, celebrating high school accomplishments, are the moments that bring us closer and closer to the biggest moment and accomplishment of all, high school graduation. Its a bittersweet kind of feeling that somehow we are just 2 and a half months away from the start of a new chapter in life.
From Caps and Gowns to New Beginnings: Navigating the Stress of High School Graduation
Harrison Butker has spoken as a commencement speaker for two college graduations, Benedictine College and Georgia Institute of Technology. This photo shows him during his address at Benedictine College on May 11th, 2024.
An Explanation of the Harrison Butker Commencement Speech
April Fools Day poster
Top 10 Holidays
Changing Careers?
Changing Careers?
Knives for Aeries
[OPINION] Knives for Aeries – Roar (Album Review)
Im Doing it Again Baby! album cover
[OPINION] I’M DOING IT AGAIN BABY!— girl in red (Review)
Bronny James looking down the court, examining his potions. This was during the Memorial Day Weekend classic tournament.
NBA 2024 draft combine review
Top three players are the face of the 2024 draft
2024 NFL Draft
NBA playoff logo
The NBA playoffs: Who’s Going to the Finals?
Victor Wembanyama (left) and Sidy Cissoko (right) stand tall holding silver basketballs to match their team colors.
(Opinion) Who deserves each NBA award?
The Chicago Sky selected Angel Reese in their first-round draft pick during the WNBA Draft.
March Madness Review
SRA Theater Presents: Youre a Good Man, Charlie Brown
SRA Theater Presents: “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown”
Vinyl Revival in Action: A collection of bestselling vinyl records at a local store demonstrates the continued popularity for this age-old format among both seasoned collectors and new generations
Nostalgia Meets Modern Music
Leaked skins show the theme for next season which is going to be an apocalypse theme!
Fortnite leaks the next seasons
Billie Eilish has released her highly anticipated album, HIT ME HARD AND SOFT.
Review of Billie Eilish’s New Album: “HIT ME HARD AND SOFT”
Netflix Stalling on Sequels
Netflix Stalling on Sequels
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Alina Abbott is a senior who attended SRA since 7th grade and a kind-hearted individual who enjoys a good nap, crocheting, frogs, and the finer things in life. Such as Cafe Rio burritos and Thanksgiving dinners. Alina's future goals include going to college, focusing on medical studies, and traveling to Japan to find onigiri. As a family-oriented, goofy, and caring individual, she is always willing to help and as she likes to say “live más” 

 

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Alina Abbott, Writer
December 19, 2023
Which do you prefer? A traditional, warm Christmas or a modern, white Christmas?

Christmas Light Wars: Warm vs. White

Alina Abbott, Writer
December 15, 2023
SRA Senior Boston Page is the Elle Woods of Engineering. Learn about what drove her to become an engineer and how she plans to make a difference.

Elle Woods of Engineering- Alina A

Alina Abbott, Writer
December 15, 2023
The concept that most people don’t seem to grasp about arguing with strangers online is that sometimes your opinion does not always need to be shared. Not that its not important, but because its simply not worth your time trying to convince a complete stranger to see your views.

[OPINION] Arguing in Comments is Pointless. Check Yourself

Alina Abbott, Writer
December 12, 2023
“Music helps students concentrate on work and can also be useful as an incentive for them to work efficiently.

[Opinion] Why Ban Spotify?

Alina Abbott, Writer
October 27, 2023
Science Teacher Justin Perez demonstrates an egg drop project!

Becoming Mr. Perez

Alina Abbott, Writer
October 20, 2023
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