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The #1 student news site of Yorba Linda High School

The Wrangler

The branched menorah is a historical symbol of Hanukkah

Eight Nights of Light

Sharon Sun, Photojournalist December 13, 2019

Hanukkah is a Jewish holiday, with its roots tracing back to the second century BCE. The Israeli people were ruled by the Syrian-Greeks, who attempted to force their Greek beliefs in place of the Israeli...

Going to the gym creates a pattern in one’s daily routine, creating a healthy habit.

Choose healthy. Choose happy.

Sarah Meadows, Section Editor December 10, 2019

As the Holidays roll around, there is nothing better than cuddling up next to the fireplace, watching movie after movie, and gorging out on hot chocolate and Grandma’s famous chocolate chip cookies....

These are the canines that will be attending the campus of Yorba Linda High School sporadically.

Drug Dogs Coming to Yorba Linda High School

Claire Koltura and Stephen Serrano December 1, 2019

Nowadays, the world is becoming an increasingly dangerous and alarming place. With humans all over the globe using weapons, alcohol, drugs, and other illegal substances, many wonder how humans can make...

From left to right, top to bottom: Andrew Krohn (12), Anna Bulis (12), Raymond Nguyen (12), Shayda Roshdieh (11), Sydney Kim (11), Caitlyn Truong (12), Andrea Rodriguez (9), Camille Khong (9), and Tim Lee (10) were among several YLHS speech and debate students at their first tournament for the 2019-2020 school year.

YLHS Speech and Debate at OCSL Fall Tournament 2019

Caitlyn Truong, Editor-in-Chief November 15, 2019

Congratulations to Yorba Linda High School’s Speech and Debate team for competing at the 2019 Orange County Speech League Fall Tournament! On November 9, members of YLHS’s Speech and Debate team performed...

(From left to right) Michael Vino (11), Maxwell Greene (10), Alyssa Van (10), and Riley Pietenpol (12) link arms during an intense game of Spelling Bee. They wait in anticipation for the audience to suggest the next word for them to spell.

A Laugh to the Past: Comedy Sportz Takes the Stage

Zachary Ninomiya, Section Editor November 11, 2019

“Comedy Sportz HSL is a great opportunity for students to venture out of their comfort zone in a safe and friendly environment,” Ms. Petz (staff) explains, describing the benefits that this team grants...

These are the wristbands typically passed out during Red Ribbon Week to serve as a constant reminder and spread awareness.

Red Ribbon Week at YLHS

Priscilla Kim, Photojournalist October 31, 2019

This past week was Yorba Linda High School’s annual Red Ribbon Week, where we raise awareness about the harmful effects of drug abuse. The yearly campaign allows students, parents, and educators to have...

The image shows a scholarship application that students fill out to earn financial awards for their college tuition.

Various Scholarship Opportunities and Ways to Earn Them

Tiana Salisbury, Photojournalist October 24, 2019

When applying for a college, students also acknowledge the tuition of their school of choice. To avoid student debts from high tuition, many students do their best to find scholarships to reduce the cost...

Shayda takes a break from looking at art at the Sawdust Festival for a quick photo opportunity.

Student Spotlight: Shayda Roshdieh

Riley Pietsch, Photojournalist October 22, 2019

With all the students who attend YLHS every day, there is no denying that there is an overflowing amount of ambitious teens. Shayda Roshdieh (11) is a very well-known student at Yorba Linda High School....

Chiara is trying to enjoy every opportunity she has here by participating in school events.

Across the World

Abbie Muther, Photojournalist October 22, 2019

Every year, Yorba Linda High School hosts a number of foreign exchange students from across the globe. Chiara Miliani (11), from Italy, is one student visiting YLHS during the 2019-2020 school year.  Students...

2019 Fall Session Young Civic Leaders visit the town center.

Young Civics Leader Academy

Kobi Khong, Photojournalist October 22, 2019

Tara Campbell, our own Yorba Linda mayor, is the youngest female in the United States, and with her new program she hopes to help bring up a new generation of students with the same goal- getting the youth...

Starting this summer, K-8 students can no longer be suspended for sleeping in class.

What is Suspension Worthy?

Stephen Serrano, Section Editor October 22, 2019

Whether you are being disruptive multiple times in class or bullying another student, a common public school disciplinary action against bad behavior would be suspension. The range of extremely inappropriate...

 Paulina Marriquin (11) and Brandon Vega (11) at the homecoming rally at Yorba Linda High School representing Junior Princess and Prince.

Homecoming Court: Junior Edition

Claire Koltura and Stephen Serrano October 22, 2019

From movies to television shows, homecoming affects how many teens view the candidates, life stories, and the court. There’s also extensive drama with the homecoming queen walking down the middle of...

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