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From left to right, senior speakers, Emily Pasillas, Lucas Kame, Natalie Tang, Thomas Wu, Evan Park, and Samantha Yokote, recognized for their achievements in the REACH Foundation.
REACHing for New Heights
Those who attain the State Seal of Civic Engagement help bring change in their community.
California Seal of Civic Engagement Opportunities at YLHS
Summer is here! Here are a few essentials for an effortless summer look.
Summer Outfit Essentials in 2025
This summer make sure to keep an eye out for a range of aestetics from milkmaid tops to Birkenstocks!
Sunshine and Tanlines: Hottest trends for the 25′ summer
My screen time for this specific day, was below the national average of 1 hour; however, this was likely affected by my busy day. Typically I spend about an hour and a half on the app.
Tiktok Time Trap
Yorba Linda student expand their taste palates by trying various Disneyland snacks and meals.
YLHS Students Rank Food at Disneyland
From left to right, senior speakers, Emily Pasillas, Lucas Kame, Natalie Tang, Thomas Wu, Evan Park, and Samantha Yokote, recognized for their achievements in the REACH Foundation.
REACHing for New Heights
1 month-old pups Romulus and Remus are the closest descendants of the dire wolf species. They currently reside in an ecological preserve located in the northern United States.
Return of the Dire Wolf
In an environment where employers emphasize practical knowledge, are the new AP kickstarts a good way to start finding skills for the workplace?
AP Collegeboard’s Career Kickstart Program
Mikey the Mustang holding the Wrangler magazine from 2024.
8th Grade Roundup: New Beginnings
California quotas regarding housing prompts cities to construct new accommodations.
Yorba Linda Expansion: New Housing Development to Meet Surging Demand
Olo is described as a “blue-green color of unparalleled saturation” that can’t be replicated on screen.
The Brand New Color “Olo”
There are so many options to choose from where searching on Netflix!
New On Netflix!
The “Brat” album cover for Charli XCX’s insanely successful album is really simple, but the marketing surrounding the album supported it in such a way that allowed this Album to reach new heights of Charli’s career and lead the way for a new style of music.
A Shift in Music: Charli XCX’s Rise to Popularity
Yorba Linda student expand their taste palates by trying various Disneyland snacks and meals.
YLHS Students Rank Food at Disneyland
Emma Wang, Julia Thein, Derek Truong, and Eric Gao waiting to for the performances to start.
APISU Heritage in Bloom Festival and interview with Kjiwon and Vinalia
In the early 2010s, nostalgic DIY hiding candy in school supplies videos flooded YouTube, with creators like Wengie sharing clever, fun hacks that blended creativity with a touch of childhood mischief.
Nostalgic Evolution Through Youtube
Popular house star John Summit performing in concert.
The Comeback of House Music
The Glee Cast shows a diverse group of individuals who all passionately give their all to performances throughout the show, while portraying representation for many who are struggling with similar issues.
Glee and its Pivotal Influence on the World and Television
My score from AP Human Geography last year
AP Exams: How to cram
What Does Your Handwriting Say About You?
The 2024 top 10 songs of the summer, with Million Dollar Baby at #1 top hit.
Song of the Summer
The simple story between Claire and Oliver is so beautiful and heartwarming. This show truly is one to win its audience over.
Maybe Happy Ending, the Broadway Show predicted to win Best Musical
The study books and notes that got me through the stressful crams before an AP exam.
12 AP’s Later…
St. Martin Youth Leaders (SMYL) helping out at a Confirmation retreat with huge smiles on their faces.
How Being a Church Youth Leader has Made Me “SMYL”
Navi Gupta (12) watching her ball after she fired it towards her target
YLHS Women’s Golf is Heading Into League
New York City, a city filled to the brim with a myriad of cuisines, invites visitors to embark on a culinary journey.
Big Apple Bites: New York’s Eateries Off The Beaten Path
Blooming with love and appreciation, flowers are one of the most popular gifts on Mother’s Day.
Mother’s Day: History & Gift Ideas
The Language of Flowers
The Indio-based festival welcomes concert-goers, music lovers, celebrities, and influencers with their vastly decorated festival grounds.
In the Heart of the Oasis: Coachella 2024
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Karina Shah

Karina Shah, Editor

Karina Shah is a senior at Yorba Linda High School. During her fourth year, she plans to wrestle for the school’s varsity team, be involved in Link Crew, stay the co-president of YLHS Self Care Club (among the boards of other clubs), as well as being an editor in the sections sports, politics, and the main creator of our Toilet Paper at The Wrangler. Besides writing, she enjoys playing football, keeping up with global politics, and baking. Karina aspires to be a computer science major in her future.

All content by Karina Shah
Is the Aeries app actually helpful or more detrimental to students?

Is the Aeries App Really Helpful?

Karina Shah, Editor
May 17, 2022
A collection of books that have been controversial for students to read within the American school system.

The Movement Against Our Books

Karina Shah, Editor
March 17, 2022
In image showing the varsity boys/girls wrestling teams senior night.

YLHS Winter Sports Recap

Karina Shah, Editor
March 17, 2022
An image of different masks that people may have worn in schools throughout the pandemic.

Mask Mandates Lifted in California Schools

Karina Shah, Editor
March 10, 2022
Russia's President Vladimir Putin attends a press conference with his Belarus counterpart, following their talks at the Kremlin in Moscow on February 18, 2022.

Conflict Arises Between Russia and Ukraine

Karina Shah, Editor
February 25, 2022
Will your Christmas present get under the tree in time?

The Early Bird Gets the Holiday Worm

Chase Kim and Karina Shah
December 17, 2021
Why We Truly Need Santa This Year

Why We Truly Need Santa This Year

Karina Shah and Suhani Bhanvadia
December 17, 2021
Mrs. Phillips in the library.

Staff Spotlight: Mrs. Phillips

Karina Shah, Editor
December 10, 2021
The Yorba Linda High School Varsity football team in 2021-2022 school year.

YLHS Football Season Recap 2021

Karina Shah, Editor
November 24, 2021
An image capturing a diverse range of hands to demonstrate the idea that CRT hopes to encourage.

Critical Race Theory- a Modern Educational Dilemma

Karina Shah
November 16, 2021
A flag waving in a Yorba Linda High School Classroom that gets pledged to everyday.

Why do We Stand, or not Stand, for the Pledge of Allegiance?

Karina Shah, Editor
October 28, 2021
An image that depicts the emotion of sadness that may be felt by those experiencing SAD.

Seasonal Depression Takes a Hold on Students

Karina Shah, Editor
October 28, 2021
An image from a group meeting of two-spirit people from different Native American societies.

LGBTQ+ Identities Within Indigenous Culture

Karina Shah, Editor
October 26, 2021
A collection of missing or murdered women in the United States.

The media focuses on, yet again, another white woman missing.

Karina Shah, Editor
October 11, 2021
A sticker of Joe Biden with the caption “I DID THAT!” pointing at a sign that demonstrates the mask requirement indoors at YLHS.

A Pandemic of Political Paraphernalia in Schools

Karina Shah, Editor
September 26, 2021
A few Yorba Linda High School uniforms from the YL Wrestling team and Track team.

YLHS Sports Recap

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
June 13, 2021
A picture of a sunrise at the beach to show an example of good in the world.

The Good in the Pandemic

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
June 3, 2021
Top left to right Sarina T. Luke R. Mason R. Sydney B. Sienna P. Sterling M, Morgan L. JB Seb Wyatt B.

Senior Signing Day

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
June 3, 2021
President Biden on Wednesday near Pittsburgh, where he outlined his infrastructure plan.

President Biden’s First 100 Days

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
April 29, 2021
An image of the Self Care Club instagram page and information bulletin.

Club Spotlight: Self Care Club

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
April 20, 2021
An image of an airplane flying and traveling passengers before COVID-19.

COVID-19 Travel Updates

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
April 14, 2021
An image including a variety of bodies, representing the idea of body positivity.

What is Body Positivity?

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
March 14, 2021
A series of images that represent each of the economic systems.

Intro to Politics – Communism, Socialism, Capitalism, Fascism

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
March 8, 2021
An image showing the separation between conservatism and progressivism.

Intro to Politics – Conservatism vs Progressivism

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
March 7, 2021
An image representing the justice system from a historical viewpoint.

Intro to Politics – Criminal Justice Reform

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
February 28, 2021
A visual representation of Black diversity for Black History month.

A Few Black Americans You Probably Didn’t Know That Changed The World

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
February 15, 2021
An animated drawing of two women wearing masks in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID-19’s Disproportionate Effect on Women

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
January 23, 2021
Character “L” from a highly popular anime called “Death Note” on Netflix.

The Growth of Japanese Anime.

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
January 23, 2021
Blades posts a “NO FORCED MASK” photo to her Facebook.

PYLUSD Board Member Leandra Blades Under Heat

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
January 14, 2021
A picture of a fully lit menorah alongside sweets and dreidels for a full Hanukkah setting.

All about Hanukkah

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
December 12, 2020
An example of Hannah Bucklin (11) playing soccer at home to continue with her soccer fitness.

What Have YLHS Athletes Learned During Quarantine?

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
December 8, 2020
A display of the most common pronouns used for identification.

The Importance of Putting Pronouns in Your Introduction!

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
November 13, 2020
President Donald Trump posing on his balcony shortly after returning from the hospital with active COVID-19.

The White House Is Not Listening To The CDC after President Trump and Others Test Positive for COVID-19.

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
November 12, 2020
A vintage Los Angeles Lakers hat on display as a decoration.

The Lakers win the NBA finals.

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
October 16, 2020
A picture of both of the candidates during the Presidential Debate on September 29th.

First Presidential Debate Recap

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
October 11, 2020
Ruth Bader Ginsberg posing for the camera in her signature Supreme Court collar.

The Legacy of Ruth Bader Ginsburg.

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
October 3, 2020
Home Screen of Karina Shah

[Photo] IOS14 Update: The Features to It and A Gallery of Art

Eunice Ahn, photojournalist
October 4, 2020
The Oscar awards that the winners of the Oscars get during the ceremonies.

Oscars’ New Diversity Rules Hold the Entertainment Community Accountable.

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
September 25, 2020
YLHS Self Care Clubs main instagram that will be used to promote self care throughout the student body.

Club Rush at YLHS

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
September 25, 2020
Box Canyon Park Street at the end of a hiking trail during the sunrise.

Things to do in Yorba Linda After Quarantine Ends

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
May 28, 2020
Mrs. Ward’s posted profile picture on the Yorba Linda High School website.

Teacher Spotlight – Mrs. Ward

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
May 15, 2020
The end of a wrestling match won by Karina Shah.

An Athlete’s Perspective.

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
May 13, 2020
Donald Trump making faces at reporters during an interview with CNN.

The Effects of Coronavirus on United States Politics

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
April 29, 2020
The remaining democratic candidates, Bernie Sanders and Joe Biden on stage during the break of their debate joking about their matching suit colors.

Presidential Race Recap

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
April 29, 2020
Kobe Bryant’s jersey hanging as a symbol of remembrance of his life and basketball career.

Kobe Paraphernalia Cleaned Up

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
February 19, 2020
Brea Mall during November, proving the rush to get to Christmas.

Thanksgiving has gone missing.

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
November 23, 2019
Halloween color themed photo of Karina Shah with a pumpkin.

Halloween is Not Traditional Anymore

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
November 13, 2019
Football cleats on a field. Are high school sports worth the long term injuries?

Are high school sports worth the long term injuries?

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
October 30, 2019
Lincoln High School’s football starters who played against San Clemente.

Lincoln vs San Clemente Football Game Ruined by Racism.

Karina Shah, Editor
October 30, 2019
The hit Broadway play, "Hamilton," has educational benefits in addition to its entertainment purposes.

Hamilton’s Benefit on Kids Education

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
October 22, 2019
Two lead characters in Frozen, Anna and Elsa, are women.

Why Frozen is Monumental for Disney

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
October 14, 2019
Yorba Linda High School's wrestling team smile excitedly during CIF (2017)

Girls’ Wrestling: A Rapidly Growing Sport

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
October 7, 2019

[Video] To Admire an Athlete

Zachary Ninomiya, Sharon Sun, Riley Pietsch, Sarah Lemos, and Karina Shah
September 23, 2019
Mr. Hipwell at Yorba Linda High

Teacher Spotlight – Mr. Hipwell

Karina Shah, Photojournalist
September 20, 2019
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