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Showing migrant workers in the hot sun caring pallets of different picked plants, all while working for little pay.
Donald Trump’s war on Fruits
The Importance Of Black History Month
Superintendent and CAASPP Award Information
Superintendent and CAASPP Award Information
TikTok's new censorship of speaking out against injustice in the Middle East marks the death of the once free-speech app.
TikTok: Death, Rebirth, and Death Once More
A picture of two hands, two opposing sides making a temporary peace.
Ceasefire between Hamas and Israel
Respecting the environment around you helps keep the city of Menifee clean and safe. Be sure to recycle, and throw away trash if you see it lingering around an area.
Take Action Within Your Community
The man, the myth, the former principle, the new Assistant director of program development!
What’s Mr. Gray doing now?
A female teacher standing in front of children in a classroom. In the back of a classroom, are children about 11 years old with a female teacher talking about the subject.
Students Fail to Understand their Teachers
Coach Wood posing for a picture just before practice and celebrating last night's win. After teaching middle school P.E, she joined high school out on the field for practice.
The Unseen Challenges
September Senior Student of the Month Winner, Araia Worthington
September Student Of The Month
Pinterest on the Apple App Store, on a person's iPad.
Why You Should Use Pinterest
Nikocado Avacado's "10,000 Calorie Challenge" shows the negative effects of overeating for views
The Effects of Overeating
A female teacher standing in front of children in a classroom. In the back of a classroom, are children about 11 years old with a female teacher talking about the subject.
Students Fail to Understand their Teachers
The picture shows Kamala Harris boarding Air Force Two in Nassau, Bahamas, in June 2023. A symbolic photo demonstrating Kamala Harris's loss to Donald Trump.
| Opinion | Why Kamala Harris Lost the Election
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
Cyber Truck Towing Space X Jet Engine
Tesla CyberTruck Has Major Flaws?
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. It's important to find the correct oil specific to the engine otherwise lubrication problems can arise.
Car Maintenance: What to Do
Do You Know What's In Your Food?
Do You Know What’s In Your Food?
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 pet's skin.
Fleas and Ticks: Prevention and Care for Springtime Parasites
The impact social media has on one's weight and mind.
Social Media’s Promotion of Eating Disorders
A War on Truth
A War on Truth
A painting of two human hands, used with ink sketching. Hands are reaching out to each other.
Uncovering the Misunderstandings of Autism
Homecoming at Santa Rosa Academy on September 21st
Student Participation
Changing Careers?
Changing Careers?
Eagles Surpass Chiefs in Superbowl Preventing "3Peat"
Eagles Surpass Chiefs in Superbowl Preventing “3Peat”
Varsity Boys Soccer portrait.
Boy Soccer Comes to an End: Player Highlights
The trade between Luka Dončić and Anthony Davis
The trade between Luka Dončić and Anthony Davis
Emeka Egbuka holding up the National Championship Trophy. Ohio State football team celebrating in the background.
College football National Championship
Coach Crunk breaking out the team after a quick pep talk during half time.
Santa Rosa Academy Coast Past San Jacinto Leadership Academy
Landscape of Neuschwanstein Castle in Schwangau, Germany. It is surrounded by a pine forest with hills and mountains.
In Defense of Fairytales…
This picture shows two people with the same tower to climb. One has a ladder to get up, while the other doesn't.
“It’s Not Fair!”: How Being Overprivileged Effects Society
Picture of Tyler the Creator in his CHROMAKOPIA outfit.
CHROMAKOPIA: Tyler the Creators New Album
This is a still shot of Fighters Tyson Fury and Eddie Hall. Surrounded by a large crowd.
Undisputed Boxing Game
Taylor Swift, Opening Night of the Eras Tour
Perspective is Reality, But is it True?
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Leilani Dowding

Leilani Dowding, Staff Writer

Leilani Dowding is a Senior at Santa Rosa Academy. Leilani often writes poetry and paints. She is a very creative individual. Leilani loves animals and nature and spends her free time traveling and exploring. Leilani has traveled all over the United States and plans to travel internationally after graduating high school. For a career, Leilani plans to be a CBT therapist (cognitive behavioral therapist) and is very passionate about helping others. 

All content by Leilani Dowding
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. It's 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

Leilani Dowding, Writer
May 16, 2024
“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

Leilani Dowding, Staff Writer
April 26, 2024
It's 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. It's 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

Leilani Dowding, Writer
April 9, 2024
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. It's 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

Leilani Dowding, Writer
March 15, 2024
I encourage you, to do the little things to prioritize yourself, make a few minutes of the day about you, and see the difference ten minutes can make on your whole day. Do something you enjoy and something that makes you feel happy. You deserve it!

Beyond Roses: Celebrating Valentine’s Day with a Flourish of Self-Love

Leilani Dowding, Writer
February 15, 2024
For some of us, these last few weeks have been a breeze and an ease for those of us who love the rain and who find the sun and its shine to be the only rain to their parade. Seasonal sadness can come in all shapes and sizes, athough because seasons come and go and changes in our weather are bound to happen it's important to talk about the effect the weather changes have on our mental health.

Understanding & Coping With Seasonal Sadness

Leilani Dowding, Writer
February 1, 2024
Are "New Years Resolutions" an effective way to reach goals?

Are “New Years Resolutions” an effective way to reach goals?

Leilani Dowding, Writer
January 19, 2024
The moment I heard about this project I immediately knew what I wanted to do and knew I wanted to put my time into something I genuinely care so much about. The Wellness Center. If you are interested in this project and potentially donating feel free to take a look at this flyer.

Wellness Center At Santa Rosa Academy

Leilani Dowding, Writer
December 15, 2023
There are so many hobbies and activities available to us in this day in age. Regardless of our interests, we are bound to find hobbies that correlate to them. Being productive and actively participating in these activities boosts our mood and overall well-being.

Mental Health: Importance of Having Hobbies

Leilani Dowding, Writer
December 7, 2023
A positive mindset is so important because it improves the quality of life. Not only that, but it makes our experiences and our daily activities much more enjoyable.

Mental Health: Mindset is Everything

Leilani Dowding, Writer
December 4, 2023
I encourage you to take these small steps, to take small parts of the day to enjoy the present, to appreciate yourself and the life you're living now. To focus on what's real and authentic in the world and to enjoy it.

Social Media: How We Can Better Our Lives in 2023 as Teens and Young Adults

Leilani Dowding, Writer
November 17, 2023
Mental health is a growing issue that over the last decade has been significantly more brought to light than ever before. However, being aware of the toll these issues have on every individual student across the world is much different than actively making changes and meeting the needs of all students across the board.

The importance of mental health wellness in the school environment

Leilani Dowding, Writer
November 6, 2023
Ms. Brittney Cairns joins the SRA staff as the new 10th grade English teacher and journalism adviser. She has been teaching for nine years and joined SRA after her family moved to Menifee from San Diego earlier in the year.

Ms. Cairns : How we walk the road of life built on success

Leilani Dowding, Writer
October 23, 2023
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