Is it worth it?// Approaching prom night raises excitement for many, but not without controversy. Since the last decade, people have gone out of their way to spend hundreds if not thousands of dollars for prom night, which raises the question: is materialism taking over this one-night experience? (Photo by Jenai Atherall) As prom night quickly approaches, many people are getting excited about the event—but the prices on the other hand? Not so much. While prom is an exciting t

After months of school, waking up early every day, stressing about grades, and waiting for the weekend, spring break finally feels like a chance to relax.Warm places by the ocean are probably the best choice for spring break. Going somewhere by the beach, like San Diego, Hawaii, Mexico, or even just a small coastal town, can be the perfect escape. The warm sun and the sound of the waves make it easier to forget about school for a while. The beach is also great because there a

Teenagers across the country pack their suitcases and triple-check their flights, anxiously awaiting the most important day of the year: the day before spring break. They scroll endlessly through Instagram and TikTok feeds to see who is going where, but more importantly, who is going alone . For many, the idea of taking a solo trip has become the ultimate goal, the chance to escape routine, make their own decisions, and create memories on their own terms. However, as the plan

Curated by the Department of Internet History, 2226 Artifact 1: Doge (Artifact Courtesy of Atsuko Sato) A photograph of a domesticated Shibu Inu canine accompanied by fragmented captions appears repeatedly in early internet records, making it one of the earliest and most influential internet memes of this era. Captions such as “wow” and “much amaze” lack conventional structure and were long believed to signal declining literacy.  Historians now argue this marked the beginning

TikTokers, avid creators and scrollers, from all over the world have become invested in the latest social media controversy, eager to see which platform would win this heated argument: TikTok vs. Instagram. This debate has been happening for months with influencers, brands, and everyday users wanting to put in their voice on what app truly is the best. When Instagram announced new updates and features to rival Tiktok’s short form video content, the internet erupted in opinion

Convenient or Careless? // Driving to deliver, delivery drivers sometimes don’t quite care about the quality of their services. This poses the question: are food delivery services really worth the drawbacks? (Photo by McKenzie Smoot) The perfect night in has just begun. You pull up a cozy movie, gather your snacks, and open Uber Eats to deliver dinner to your home. After purchasing your food, you wait 45 minutes and hear a ring at your doorbell. You bring the food inside only

If you’ve ever been at a family event and started a conversation with your extended family whose names you low-key forgot, you’ve probably been asked The Question: “So… what are you doing after high school?” And if you don’t have a perfectly packaged answer involving a specific major, a specific college, and a 10-year plan as the pretty bow to tie it all together, it’s easy to fall behind and feel stressed out. But, here’s the truth: not having everything figured out right no

Deals, Discounts, and Convenience // Scrolling through endless deals, shoppers are turning to online stores as the new hotspot for Black Friday savings. Trending retailers have proven that the best bargains now are just a click away. (Photo by Ashlin Chase) It’s now the one of the merriest, and some would even argue the most expensive seasons of the year. What better way to kick it off than with doing a little shopping for yourself and gift shopping for others than with Black

With the long-awaited break coming up, families all over the world are trying to pick which place to spend their time. Among countless options, one destination spot has captured attention like no other: Quebec, Canada. Its combination of European charm and North American touches makes it the perfect place to spend your winter vacation! Quebec had recently become a major topic of conversation within travel blogs , social media feeds, and holiday planning conversations.  The ci

Food and Family//Finding foods for Thanksgiving is always a hard scavenger hunt for the right recipes, but it is never bad to have too much food for your family to eat. Getting these foods is always challenging, but it is the best when you're around the table stuffing your face with the people you're thankful for. (Photo by Megan Meusy) Thanksgiving is one of the few holidays when we get to sit with our family and enjoy a multiple- course meal together. We try to make it spec

‘Tis the Season//Standing proud in the middle of the Grove  in Los Angeles, this Christmas tree dons an assortment of shiny, colorful ornaments for the Christmas season. Tourists come from all over the United States to different places during the holiday season, and LA is a prime spot to see all of the amazing decorations and get into the Christmas spirit. (Photo by Natalia Arieli) The best time of the year is approaching: Christmas! Now that Halloween is over, it’s time to g

Take A Slice out of the City//Enjoying a slice of pizza on either the streets of New York or Las Vegas is the perfect meal. If you can’t be in New York, then New York is brought to you with their approved New York City Pizza on Prince St. and the renowned pizzeria, Grimaldi’s. (Photo by Mila Ekstrom) Pizza is one of the most beloved foods with many chains and a variety of toppings across the nation. New York-Style Pizza, from the boroughs of Brooklyn to the city itself, has i

Not Top Rom-Com//Seeing this movie is something you will regret spending your money on. Regretting You is a cute romantic comedy that plays with your emotions and makes the audience hope that everything will work out in the end. (Photo by Megan Meusy) *Content warning: This article contains spoilers for Regretting You. Regretting You  is an amazing book and now, an amazing movie. It came out on October 24th, and many people around the country have been excited to see it. The

Swifties–avid fans of Taylor Swift–from every part of the world tuned into the  New Heights Podcast, eager to hear the news they had been awaiting for months: The release of Swift’s latest album, The Life of a Showgirl . The reveal of Swift’s new album generated excitement like no other, with 1.3 million viewers listening live. It was set to debut on October 3rd, allowing for 2 months of pure anticipation to build. Just as predicted, when the clock struck midnight on that mom

Here at Coronado High School, the commencing bell rings at 7:00 a.m., forcing students to begin their school day before sunrise for most of the year. While some claim to not mind it, research– and student and teacher experiences–suggest that such an early start time may do more harm than good. “I think it [pushing back the school start time] would allow students to get more sleep, which would improve our ability to focus and think in class,” said Olivia Larson, 11. “It would

Locked In//Studying at home, many students at Coronado High School stay up super late and stress to get homework and studying done for the next day. As much work as it already is, many Juniors also add on the additional stress and studying for the ACT/SAT. (Photo by Natalia Arieli) Are you a junior, anxiously studying and worrying about upcoming ACT and SAT testing? Or maybe you’re a sophomore, wondering what those tests even are? Well, as a new sophomore, I was wondering the

Bleeding with Drama // Going on for two decades is the popular drama-filled surgeon show: Grey’s Anatomy , which shows the inner workings of a hospital, both dramatized and factual to a point. This show has become a staple of television, and now you can read deeper to see why it is imperative that the series continues. (Photo Courtesy of Mila Ekstrom) Few television shows have had the cultural impact and longevity of Grey’s Anatomy . For two decades, the ABC series has served

Masks On, Tools On, & Gloves On//Going on what seems like forever is Season 22 of Grey’s Anatomy , and it’s time to focus on something new. Feel free to watch the newest season or spend your time elsewhere. (Photo by Mila Ekstrom) It’s 2025, and skinny jeans have gone in and out of style, but you know what is still here? The TV show, Grey’s Anatomy . After 20 years, it is still producing seasons, marking one of the longest-running shows ever aired. Grey’s Anatomy is an import

Have you ever expected one thing, but instead got something else so similar yet so different? This year, Coronado students were appalled when they walked into the cafeteria on the first day of school. What did they discover? The beloved vending machines filled to the brim with baked  chips–a smart replacement for their fried counterparts. Disappointment hung heavy in the air until someone ripped open that first bag, tried one, and rendered it delicious. How, you may wonder, c

Studying for success! // Scattered in the picture, math assignments are arranged across a table in preparation for an AP Precalculus unit test. This class is not just an easy and free college credit; It requires hard work and discipline to be in an AP class. (Photo by McKenzie Smoot) As classes begin, you start realizing people around you are taking many advanced placement classes, and you start to wonder, “ Am I falling behind? ” You turn to the person next to you and they t