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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
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!!!
What’s Up With The Pep?: Preparing For The Rally
What’s Up With The Pep?: Preparing For The Rally
FBLA students had many winners at the Southern Section Leadership Conference.
FBLA Forms Students Into Leaders
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?
The account has gained popularity over the past two years.
Cypressmemes_ Finally Shares Their Story
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
Isabella Faro serves against Esperanza in the last home game of the regular season.
Girl’s Volleyball Serves Up Amazing Season
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
The top 5 Christmas movies.
Top Five Christmas Movies
Smile 2 is hauntingly rewarding to the audience who appreciates a psychological approach to horror.
Gore, Horror, and Thrill in Smile 2!!
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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Centurion Spotlight
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Centurion Spotlight
Anish Ashokkumar

Anish Ashokkumar, Editor-in-Chief

I am a senior who plans on having a chill year. I like to watch TV, play video games and hang out with friends and family. This is my third year in journalism and I hope to have a blast!

All content by Anish Ashokkumar
This year's graduation ceremony will be held on Wednesday, May 22 at 6pm.

Graduates Prepare For The Big Ceremony

by Anish Ashokkumar, Staff Writer
May 1, 2024
Seniors cheered as the knights lined up to compete.

AUHSD Seniors Visit Medieval Times

by Anish Ashokkumar, Staff Writer
March 16, 2024
Students taking pictures at winter formal

Northern Lights Shine At Winter Formal

by Anish Ashokkumar and Jayden Kay Linayao
February 16, 2024
Trump and Biden are expected to be the nominees again as the parties face off in the election.

THE 2024 ELECTION IS UNDER WAY!

by Anish Ashokkumar, Editor in Chief
January 24, 2024
GTA VI finally reveals their new game

GTA VI Finally Revealed!!!

by Anish Ashokkumar, Editor-In-Chief
December 8, 2023
Getting your driving permit involves practicing with a licensed adult.

Getting A Driver’s Permit Doesn’t Have To Be Complicated

by Anish Ashokkumar, Editor In Chief
October 27, 2023
Mr. Markle is a returning zero period teacher.

New Year New Late Start Schedule!

by Anish Ashokkumar and Carly Pedroza
September 27, 2023
Many Centurions are trying to stick to their New Year's Resolutions.

Centurions Share Their New Year’s Resolutions

by Jonathon Rice and Anish Ashokkumar
January 26, 2023
Pumpkin bread was another popular item in our survey.

[Photo] Spotlight Staff Savors Sweets

by Brianna Naranjo, Features Editor
November 29, 2022
Mr. Gartner and other teachers helped students test their knowledge of key physics principles.

[Photo] Egg Drop Cracks Down On Students

November 14, 2022
In the latest Marvel movie, Doctor Strange defends an important character.

Doctor Strange Multiverse of Madness Disappoints Fans ((SPOILERS!))

by Anish Ashokkumar, Staff Writer
May 20, 2022
CSU is no longer requiring SAT and ACT

CSU Will No Longer Require SAT or ACT For Admission

by Anish Ashokkumar, Staff Writer
April 21, 2022
Freshmen Angela Choi and Rehansa Kulatilleke love being on the team for the first time.

Centurions Go For The Birdie!

by Anish Ashokkumar, Staff Writer
March 18, 2022
In Matt Reeves new movie "The Batman," Robert Pattinson is featured as the new Caped Crusader.

“The Batman” 2022 Review (SPOILERS!!!)

by Anish Ashokkumar, Staff Writer
March 16, 2022
Freshman Enzo Olmedo goes against his opponent in individual league finals at Valencia High on February 4, 2022.

Cypress Wrestles to League Championships

by Anish Ashokkumar, Staff Writer
February 18, 2022
Mrs. Escalante is talented because she can teach French and Spanish this year. She learned her trade at Cal State Fullerton and UC Irvine.

Cypress High School Welcomes Mrs. Escalante

by Anish Ashokkumar, Staff Reporter
January 21, 2022
The boys wrestling team goes against marina high boys wrestling team.

Boys & Girls Wrestling Teams Are Ready to Rumble!

by Anish Ashokkumar, Staff Reporter
December 13, 2021
Achieving Alpha's president is a Cypress junior.

The Achieving Alpha Helps Students In Need

by Anish Ashokkumar, Staff Reporter
November 18, 2021
Ms. Surfas (lft.) and Dr. Hodgson (3rd from left) appearing on the announcements in costume in 2019.

Halloween Makes a Comeback After COVID

by Anish Ashokkumar, Staff Reporter
October 6, 2021
The lines seem extra long this year at meal times. The crowd of kids in the picture show's how long the lines are (picture taken on 9/9).

Cafeteria Serving More Students Than Ever

by Anish Ashokkumar, Staff Reporter
September 9, 2021
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