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The 2024 Election raises tensions between supporters of Republican and Democratic party candidates
The 2024 Election Closes With Republican Victory
Local businesses including Pieology, Bafang Dumpling, Kura Sushi Revolving Sushi Bar, and 85°C Bakery Café are addressing their complaints regarding the parking lot issues.
Cypress High Faces Parking Lot Controversy with Local Businesses
California will be banning legacy admissions, giving equal opportunities for students with immigrant backgrounds.
Are Legacy Admissions Being Banned?
Cypress High was temporarily locked down due to an anonymous threat.
Lockdown Temporarily Extends Fourth Period
Cypress Students Dance the Night Away at Homecoming 2024.
Cypress High’s Homecoming Dance Brings Mamma Mia to Life
Rishika Sharma, April Kim, Aya Albayati and Katarina Marngopoulos reflected on their experiences as members of the mock trial team, emphasizing teamwork, dedication, and personal growth.
Cypress Brings Back the Mock Trial Team
Advanced Dance poses at the end of their dance 'Needle.'
Fenton’s Dance Classes Go “On Top of The World”
Cypress Theatre students performed "Little Women," based on the classic novel, from Nov. 7 to Nov. 8, 2024. Spotlighting the talents of every individual, both Cast Heart and Cast Haven showcased their dedication on stage. Paytin Gibson (Cast Hearth) and Collette Terrebonne (Cast Haven) played the lead role, Jo, the second oldest March sister in the school play.
Showcasing the Cypress Theatre’s Newest Play
The Sound in Motion competes at the Loara Band Review. Photo by Laurel Velez.
The Sound in Motion Begins Their Competition Season
The choir Winter show is on December 12 and December 13 at 7:00 p.m.
Join Cypress Show Choir For Their Candy Cane Lane Winter Show!!!
Valerie Hamilton a new English teacher at Cypress High School
Welcoming Cypress High’s New Guide to English Education
Students are anxiously studying for challenging subjects like math.
Overcoming Finals Stress with Effective Study Tips
Visiting Disneyland California Ferris Wheel will cost more this year.
Disneyland New Passes
Mr.Ta is the new Counseling Intern
New Intern Helps Students at Cypress
A Día de los Muertos altar honors family members or loved ones.
What is Day of the Dead?
Volleyball players Hannah Schoffstall and Isabella Faro helped the team reach CIF playoffs.
Girl’s Volleyball No Longer Underdogs
Junior Ashley Park swings for the ball showing off her skills on the court.
Girl’s Tennis Finishes Strong in Second Round of CIF Playoffs
The varsity girls golf team valued supporting each other on the team.
League Results: Girls Golf Fall Season
The Centurions made it to CIF playoffs in their 2nd year.
Flag Football Goes To CIF
Dodgers Break Through for 2024 World Series Victory
Dodgers Seal Their Legacy with 2024 World Series Win
Moana 2 is the high seas sequel many fans have been waiting for.
Moana 2: The Journey Continues
Oh Dreidel, Dreidel, Dreidel!
Oh Dreidel, Dreidel, Dreidel!
A High Seas Adventure That Doesn’t Quite Hit the Mark
Mario & Luigi: Brothership Review
We Live In Time is a heart-touching journey about love and loss.
Tragedy and Romance Come Together For “We Live In Time”
Many fans were impressed with the production of Piece By Piece.
Lego Group Releases An Addition To Their Movie Collection
Combating drug use requires a collective effort. By creating a shared commitment to safety and wellness, the student body can add support to making a substance-free campus.
Combating Substance Abuse: A Collective Effort to Break the Mist at Cypress High
Pumpkin carving can lose it's appeal to older teens and adults.
The Changing Spirit of Halloween
The Opinions Of The People Matter In The 2024 Election
The Opinions Of The People Matter In The 2024 Election
Brandy Melville is a trendy brand, with teenage girls as its target audience.
Brandy Melville in Flames for Promoting Body Dysmorphic Disorder?
Despite a proposed California law, most students don't want a cell phone ban at school.
Should Cell Phones Be Banned?
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Brianna Naranjo

Brianna Naranjo, Features/Student Activities Editor

I am a sophomore and the Features Editor this year!  I am fluent in Spanish, and it is my first language. I also love reading. I also really like writing, which was why I decided to join Journalism.

All content by Brianna Naranjo
Cypress softball maintains their winning streak by working together as a team.,

Softball Leaves Their Mark On The Field

by Brianna Naranjo, Copy Editor
March 16, 2024
Cypress softball maintains their winning streak by working together as a team.,

Softball Leaves Their Mark On The Field

by Brianna Naranjo, Features Editor
March 15, 2024
These athletes have made Cypress proud of everything they have accomplished.

Athletes Take Their Talents to College

by Yazeed Albadarin and Brianna Naranjo
February 14, 2024
The girls basketball captain, Isabella Caceres, is an outstanding leader and and an example for her team.

Exceptional Athlete Makes Her Mark At Cypress

by Brianna Naranjo, Features Editor
January 23, 2024
Examples for what to wear to winter formal.

[Photo] Dressing to Impress: What to Wear to Your High School Winter Formal

by Roberto Cardenas, Staff Writer
January 22, 2024
Cypress Board and Brews as well as Coaches Corner are two business highlighted in our story! Make sure to check them out!

[Photo] Cypress Small Businesses

by Yazeed Albadarin and Deborah Son
January 19, 2024
There is a Winter drink for every taste bud.

Sweet or Salty: Winter Drinks for All

by Brianna Naranjo, Features Editor
December 14, 2023
The top five shows to binge-watch during this Fall season.

Best Shows to Watch During This Fall Season

by Brianna Naranjo, Features Editor
October 25, 2023
This year Check N Connect involves more activities compared to last year. Illustration By: Yoshi Vazquez

Check N Connect Helps Students Achieve Academic Goals

by Brianna Naranjo, Features Editor
September 26, 2023
Girl's Varsity wins League Finals (Photo: Julie Dubois)

Saldana’s Swimmers Swim Towards Greatness

by Brianna Naranjo, Features Editor
May 5, 2023
Orange and Blue team going at each other in Spike ball.

Centurion Games Setting School Spirit on Fire

by Brianna Naranjo and Alex McDevitt
March 15, 2023
These are great treats for any occasion. Collage by: Carly Pedroza

Love Is In the Air With These Cookies

by Brianna Naranjo, Staff Writer
February 16, 2023
The 65th annual Grammy Awards featured favorites such as Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, Bad Bunny, and Beyonce.

65th Annual Grammy Awards Crowns Beyonce

by Brianna Naranjo, Staff Writer
February 15, 2023
Freshman Matt Lucero is known around campus for his big smile.

Special Ed. Department: Specialized Programs in Action

by Mia McMurray and Brianna Naranjo
January 26, 2023
The Girl's Wrestling team is united as a family.

Wrestling Forms Friendships That Last For Years

by Brianna Naranjo, Features Editor
December 13, 2022
Freshman Jayden Kay Linayao feasts on the cafeteria's delicious orange chicken.

Centurion Spotlight Staff Rates Cafeteria Food

by Brianna Naranjo, Features Editor
December 12, 2022
Cinnamon Rolls were a popular choice for Fall Recipes in our survey.

Spotlight Staff Savors Sweets

by Brianna Naranjo, Features Editor
November 29, 2022
Sophomore Dheeraj Koppu said he liked the improved camera and screen.

Is The New iPhone 14 Worth It?

by Brianna Naranjo, Features Editor
October 20, 2022
Taylor Reese, Kade Shigekawa, and Nikesh Patel helped plan the assembly for ASB.

Freshman Assembly Welcomes All 9th Graders

by Brianna Naranjo, Features Editor
September 26, 2022
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