OHS parking application gone digital
Peyton Thompson, Editor in Chief
May 8, 2020
As the daily lives of high school students continue to change, schools are trying to maintain some semblance of normal. Although school may be canceled for the rest of the semester, that doesn’t stop staff and administration from preparing for the coming year. Around this time, students would be turning in their parking applications...
Promchella gives students hope for the future
Peighton Gellings, Arts and Entertainment editor
April 29, 2020
In the wake of school closures, everything seniors have been looking forward to throughout their high school career has been cancelled. As the stay at home orders appear to have no end in sight, these times have been difficult for everyone, but they have seemed to hit senior classes the hardest. The end of high school often marks...
Boundary changes to affect future enrollment
Hannah Lorenzo, Copy Chief
March 13, 2020
The Deer Valley Unified School District met at the beginning of the second semester to discuss the problems involved with student enrollment....
In spite of rain, Ryan’s Race persists with a smile
Macy Sanchez, News Editor
March 13, 2020
What comes to mind when envisioning a cloudy day full of pouring rain? On television, rainy days typically make the setting for a rotten,...
Future grading system will impact students
Macy Sanchez, News Editor
March 11, 2020
Malcolm Forbes said, “the purpose of education is to replace an empty mind with an open one.” Day in and day out, OHS teachers and staff cultivate an environment in which students can flourish and learn to the best of their ability. Dedicated staff give students opportunities to expand their minds each day. At school, a student’s...
Taal Volcano still threatens the Philippines with unsafe conditions
Hannah Lorenzo, Copy Chief
February 11, 2020
It is now the fourth week of terror in the Philippines as Taal Volcano threatens to erupt once again. Ever since that horrific day...
The corona virus wraps its hands around the comic industry
May 5, 2020
For the past few months, the world has been turned upside down. Our gyms, theaters, and social lives have been completely shut down....
Trolls World Tour; cute and fun, but not much else
April 26, 2020
Three trolls stand at each other's sides, huddled together discussing their big plan to save the troll kingdoms. In the middle is Poppy,...
“One World: Together at Home” celebrates essential workers
April 18, 2020
In the past couple of weeks, it has seemed as if life has been at a standstill. Students have been forced out of schools while everything...
Film industries are continuing to adapt to a new normal
April 13, 2020
In a world of trying times, communities have come together to make the weight on everyone’s shoulders a little lighter. As people are adjusting to a new normal, there are ways of life that are being significantly missed. Several members of the film industry have begun to release their movies to stream on platforms, like Amazon...
Sonic: A surprisingly heartfelt journey
March 13, 2020
It’s pretty baffling that we live in a universe where a live-action Sonic the Hedgehog film is getting wide praise. Video game movies...
“Birds of Prey” brings power to women in DC fashion
March 13, 2020
Warning: This movie is rated R. As the DC universe pours out its fair share of movies, fans have been disappointed. Annoying punchlines...
McLain steps up to help maximize the student body’s potential
Kaden Ryback, Features Editor/ Editorial Chief
June 2, 2020
OHS is growing fast, and as the student body continues to grow, it requires more guidance. This new school year calls for staff members...
Creating and Learning with 3D Printers
Kaden Ryback, Features Editor/Opinions/Editorial Chief
March 13, 2020
The Computer Lab (room 419) has a new device that promises students the ability to produce spectacular creations. Using funds from...
ESports club starts long-awaited matches
Chase Wyatt, Staff Writer
March 13, 2020
After over a year of waiting for approval from administration, the ESports club is finally allowed to play matches against other schools...
Cheer and pom get peppy with success
Hannah Lorenzo, Copy Chief
March 13, 2020
The cheer and pom teams of OHS are always a source of high school spirit. From exciting routines filled with difficult moves to shouting...
TSW classes construct solid futures for OHS seniors
Macy Sanchez, News Editor
January 22, 2020
As students hit their junior and senior years, the reality of going to college and finding a career begins to set in. College, or finding a career, is no longer an idea off in the distance, but is a rather daunting affair. For some students, this big step into the world of adulting comes easy, but for others, it is a rather challenging...
Social Media: The good, the bad, the ugly
Peyton Thompson, Editor in Chief
December 18, 2019
Within the last decade or so, there has been a huge leap within the technological industry. Smart phones have become the center of people’s lives, texting has expanded the horizons of communication, and the invention of certain social media platforms has affected society, as well. Programs, such as Instagram, Snapchat, and Twitter,...
Sports leagues must find ways to overcome virus
April 12, 2020
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to sweep across the globe, the sports world has seen some of the largest casualties, as major...
Track prepares for the upcoming season
Chase Wyatt, Staff Writer
March 13, 2020
Track and field is working hard to prepare for their upcoming season. With their first meet fast approaching, they’re practicing...
OHS’ softball legacy lives on in the new season
Macy Sanchez, News Editor
March 13, 2020
Varsity After a legendary and unforgettable 2019 softball season, the OHS softball team confronts the 2020 season head on and with...
Chiefs come back to win Super Bowl LIV
February 6, 2020
Patrick Mahomes played some of the worst football of his career during the first three and a half quarters of the Super Bowl. He threw...
Chiefs and 49ers face off in Super Bowl LIV
January 31, 2020
They say defense wins championships. Patrick Mahomes and his Kansas City Chiefs will be looking to change that narrative as they take...
Basketball loses a legend with Kobe’s death
January 30, 2020
Kobe Bryant made a lasting impact on the NBA, one that will span much longer than his lifetime. As a player, he won five NBA championships,...
Has online school actually helped students?
April 29, 2020
As we enter the fourth week of online learning, the absence of school has slowly become the new norm. While an extended break was enjoyable...
COVID-19: Who’s actually trying to help prevent the spread of the virus?
April 29, 2020
Due to the escalation of COVID-19, people have started taking preventative measures in order to stop the spreading. Acts of social distancing, quarantining at home, and the introduction of wearing masks when going out in public has also become a common occurrence. But how many people are taking these precautions seriously? With...
Why Streaming Is Dominating The Music Market
April 29, 2020
Perhaps no other art form has witnessed so much change in its distribution to the masses in the past few decades as the world of music....
The world in a crisis: A shopper’s perspective
April 26, 2020
Living in a consumerist society, I consider my shopping addiction to be a huge part of my life. Every time I go to a mall or search...
Americans must listen to advice from medical experts
April 23, 2020
In times of uncertainty, people look up to leaders for guidance and protection. But as the coronavirus pandemic continues to grow,...
Seeing COVID-19 with more positivity
April 23, 2020
With a crisis overtaking people’s lives, the world has changed significantly over the past few months. COVID-19 has invaded almost...
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