Comics: Junks #8
Comics: Junks #8 By JONATHAN CHOE and BAILEY JUNG
Author Jeff Garvin talks genderfluid characters and life in general with Wildcats
By MIA ARANDA and ALISON BRADSHAW “Author’s are my heros ‘cause they make heros,” said Redlands East Valley librarian Korrie Khrohne, who organized a visit from author Jeff Garvin on April 1 in the Blackstone Theater. With there being only a few novels focusing on genderfluid characters, Jeff […]
Citrus Valley parent night reveals new requirements for freshman
By EMILY WALOS To try and ease the thought of transition from middle to high school, Citrus Valley High School held a parent informational and elective meeting night for the parents and students of the class of 2023 on April 5. This event allowed students and their parents […]
Column: Seeing junior year through the eyes of a “well-rounded” student
Editor’s Column Ahlora is the Managing Editor of Ethic News. By AHLORA SMITH Eleventh grade, junior year, the bane of most students’ existence. Going into high school, I would imagine that most kids got the “join lots of clubs and get involved!” talk. Although following this advice made […]
Opinion: Femininity, flaws and female characters — What Captain Marvel got right
Note to reader: Spoilers for Captain Marvel (and many other movies) below By TATUM MAPES Marvel Studios’ 21st cinematic outing, “Captain Marvel,” has taken the world by storm. The film has already passed the $1 billion mark worldwide, with the highest opening weekend gross for a movie with […]
Keiser positively impacts Citrus Valley High School students
By KAITLYN SUTOW Carl Keiser is a well-known substitute teacher in the Redlands School District and has a great reputation with both students and teachers. He has subbed in the district for a year and has been a long-term sub for a few teachers at Citrus Valley, like […]
The amount of abortions in the United States is decreasing
By EMILY WALOS Abortion: “the deliberate termination of a human pregnancy, most often performed during the first 28 weeks of pregnancy.” For some, it means murder, but, for others, it is a decision they came to based on their own situation. Abortion is a very serious topic in […]
Opinion: Drink water
By ALISON BRADSHAW and ELLA FITZPATRICK Most people would rather reach for a soda or fruit juice than a glass of water; nevertheless, water is something that we need in our lives. According to healthyfutures.nea.org and elementalbottles.com, drinking water and fluids have many beneficial values, such as preventing […]
People of Redlands
By BRANDON SAGLAM Foreword: So I was inspired by Brandon Stanton’s project “Humans of New York” to take portraits of people and get a glimpse into their life through a question. So on March 28, I thought it would be interesting to meet some of the people of […]
Journaling has many benefits
By KAITLYN SUTOW At first glance, journaling may seem like a joke. How could writing down ideas that are already in your head help you work through problems? Well, take me for example. I thought the same thing, but once I actually took it seriously and started writing, […]
Baking with Bella: Chocolate chip cookies
By BELLA ESPINOZA Whether you need delicious snacks for a party, or just want a sweet after school treat, this cookie recipe is a quick, easy solution to all of these problems. With simple instructions and common ingredients, you can make delightful chocolate chip cookies for all to […]
Redlands East Valley’s Science Olympiad Team places in several events
By AMANDA DUONG Redlands East Valley High School competed at the regional Science Olympiad competition at Ramona High School on March 2. Science Olympiad is a competition where teams can compete in 23 different events that may consist of tests, construction and labs among other events. Events are […]
The hills became alive at the Blackstone Theater
By ALEENA SIRITANAPIVAT From its first note to its very last, “The Sound of Music” has become a childhood favorite of many in the United States, and this year Redlands East Valley High School’s very own performing arts worked together to produce their own production of the lovable […]
Column: Exploring the cultural and personal beauty of tattoos, part 1
Editors Column: Exploring the cultural and personal beauty of tattoos Dorian Neighbors is the Arts & Entertainment editor for Ethic News. March 2019 By DORIAN NEIGHBORS An innate desire lies within people to make themselves distinct from everyone else. Whether this is with a hairstyle or with any […]
Michael Cohen reveals new information in recent testimony
By JOSEPH QUESADA Donald Trump’s former personal lawyer and confidant, Michael Cohen, appeared before a congressional intelligence committee on Feb. 28 and then again on Mar. 6. Cohen is currently awaiting a three-year prison sentence on charges of tax and bank fraud as well as lying before an […]
Opinion: A brief take on modern politics from someone who will be affected the most
By RICHARD BUNNER Tax fraud, sexual assault, racism—the list goes on and on. All of these subjects have been associated with the current president, Donald J. Trump. As a freshman, I will not be able to vote for quite some time, but I still will be greatly affected […]
Migrating monarch butterflies fly to California
By EMILY BLOMQUIST As it is warming up in California many have began to notice that there are butterflies flying everywhere. At school students stand around the quad admiring the beautiful insects, and videotaping them as they flutter around. The reason for the sudden flood of butterflies is […]
Opinion: Trump’s health care reform will have corporate healthcare casualties
By AVALON SALVADORE With the repeal of Obamacare, a new storm is barreling in President Trump’s health care plan. President Trump is currently proposing a plan that will only last up to three years, an inadequate reform for an inadequate system. Our government wants health care reform, but […]
Citrus Valley’s Dani Wheeler pushes herself to be the best swimmer she can be
By EMILY WALOS When you think of the school “jocks,” most automatically think of Football players, cheerleaders, soccer players, etc. However, swimming, a lesser-known, underrated sport, is one of high intensity and mental challenge. Swimmer and water polo player Dani Wheeler is a prime example of what a […]
Opinion: The voting age needs to be lowered to benefit future generations
By ANNALYSE YGLESIAS There are countless studies and statistics that convey the potential good in lowering the voting age. If younger people became more involved in politics and the state of world affairs, then it could prove to be overall beneficial to the nation when this large demographic […]
Column: Guess who? Highlighting kindness on campus, part 5
Editor’s Column: Guess who? Mia Delmonico is the Features editor at Ethic News. By MIA DELMONICO March 2019 Spring break is only two weeks away, and each and every student seems to be trying their best to make it through, as the workload seems to increasingly get more […]
ASMR provides a way for some to relax
By ANNALYSE YGLESIAS ASMR stands for autonomous sensory meridian response, which describes a feeling of euphoric tingling and relaxation that can come over someone when they watch certain videos or hear certain sounds. ASMR is a tool that people who have trouble with sleeping or focusing believe will […]
Automotives Odyssey: The Pontiac Firebird holds great importance in American automotive history
By RICHARD BUNNER For about 35 years, one car had provided the public with thrills and entertainment on both the road and the cinema screen: the Pontiac Firebird. Released alongside the Chevrolet Camaro in 1967 by General Motors, it was based upon the F-platform. The first generation Firebird […]
Redlands East Valley hosts second annual mental health fair
By MIRIAM YORDANOS At Redlands East Valley High School, the second annual mental health fair is being held on Wednesday, Mar. 6, by Colton Redlands Yucaipa Regional Occupational Program’s Minds Matter and mental health careers, to bring awareness to mental health. According to CRY-ROP, the Minds Matter mental […]
Opinion: Black History Month is valued for many reasons
By KAITLYN SUTOW “Negro History Week” was started by a man named Carter G. Woodson in 1926, and later became known as “Black History Month” in 1976. The Month became nationally recognized after it was addressed by the former president, Gerald Ford, in 1976. It was said by […]
Redlands East Valley French teacher explores French culture with students
By ELLA FITZPATRICK As a young adult, it is always difficult to decide what career to pursue. Choosing to be a teacher might not always be a young adult’s first choice; it wasn’t Madame Baldwin’s first choice, but her love of French culture and language inspired her to […]
Jersey Girl does SoCal: This time in Joshua Tree
By LILIAN MOHR Once again, I am not a fan of hiking in any way, shape or form, and yet I seem to keep finding myself halfway into a five-mile “walk” with the rest of my family in a national park in the middle of what appears to […]
Opinion: Spending less time on devices can make you happier
By MAGGIE SNAVELY In a world that is so full of new and constantly changing technology, we sometimes forget that maybe every once in a while the phone needs a break. It’s easy to see why you would choose to do everything on your phone or computer; you […]
Academic Decathlon continues its 10th successful year at Citrus Valley
By ETHAN SIBBETT One of the most underappreciated sports at Citrus Valley High School and Redlands East Valley High School is Academic Decathlon. Similar to speech and debate but with more of a focus on information mastery, they study a specific topic each year. This year the topic […]
New Wildcat cheer coach helps the team thrive, part 1
By ALISON BRADSHAW At the beginning of the 2018-19 school year, the Redlands East Valley High School cheerleaders were without a head varsity coach. The team found a coach in REV teacher Jennifer Rhodus, who, in a short few months, has been able to help the girls come […]
Fujii’s Gourmet seeks to establish itself through hard work
By KAITLYN SUTOW Fujii’s Gourmet is a small local business that is based in the city of Redlands. The business sells jars of teriyaki sauce that are made from a family recipe passed down for over 100 years. The business was founded by Ric Sutow, who has “retired […]
Automotive Odyssey: BMW M3
By RICHARD BUNNER Driving has always been an important part of automotive construction and design, and only a few cars reach the level of driving intensity that an M-Sport car has, with the most notable being the M3. Beginning in the 1985 model year, the E30 M3 was […]
Supporters and skeptics of “The Wall” use statistics to support their side
By JOSEPH QUESADA Donald Trump’s 2016 presidential campaign amassed the support of millions of Americans nationwide. His run at a 2016 presidential victory called for the use of outlandish publicity tactics and unorthodox campaign promises that redefined the office of President in our country. The now 45th president […]
Opinion: Fox News apologizes for accidental death announcement, blunder reminds public to fact-check
By ANNALYSE YGLESIAS Many young students trust social media and the news as a source of information, but what if you can’t trust what you read? On Jan. 21, Fox News publicly announced that the Supreme Court Justice Ruth Ginsburg had supposedly “died.” How can young students who […]
Opinion: Societal beauty standards distract people from what really matters
By MELANIE URIBE Despite what “White Chicks” has taught us, beauty is not restricted to blonde hair and fair skin. In fact, it has no restrictions at all. The standard of beauty is derived from mass media, environmental factors and—most prominently—a region’s culture. In Iran, women wear the […]
Venezuela’s government crisis creates a worldwide split
By KAITLYN SUTOW Venezuela is in a government crisis where a candidate, Juan Guaido, is being represented as president while Nicolas Maduro was the one voted into office back in 2013, according to Max Fisher, the writer of “The Interpreter” from the New York Times. Countries, such as […]
Automotive Odyssey: Godzilla
By RICHARD BUNNER Many cars have special places in enthusiasts minds and hearts, such as the Camaro or Mustang for many muscle enthusiasts, or the M3 or RS4 for European enthusiasts. For Japanese enthusiasts, however, one of the most well-known cars is the Nissan GT-R (Grand Touring Racing). […]
Opinion: Aliens are real, but not in the way you think
By DORIAN NEIGHBORS If you want to discuss whether or not aliens are real, you first must ask yourself, “What are aliens?” The problem at hand is that aliens encompass much more than merely the bug-eyed, green guys you see on TV. Aliens can mean anything from an […]
CV karaoke night helps students have fun for a good cause
By KAITLYN SUTOW Karaoke night was a time to sing, laugh and have fun with friends in a way that benefited the choir program. The profit made from the event will go to help the advanced choirs achieve their goals and go out of state for competitions. The […]
Opinion: Sugar presents unknown health risks
By ETHAN SIBBETT Let’s say your mom asks you to go pick up some milk from the store. You drive to the store, walk in and go to the milk aisle. You scan the types of milk, searching for low-fat and generic options because they are healthier and […]
Video: Ben Gonzalez heads to Stanford, aspires to be genetic researcher
Redlands East Valley senior Samantha Barajas interview REV senior Ben Gonzalez on his acceptance to Stanford University. (SAMANTHA BARAJAS/ Ethic video)
Saints v Rams NFC Championship Game ends with extremely controversial no-call
By JOSEPH QUESADA With just a few days until kickoff for Superbowl LIII, the Los Angeles Rams breathed sighs of relief after coming off an extremely close and controversial game against the New Orleans Saints. The NFC championship in New Orleans, Louisiana on Jan. 20 featured the top […]
Whiteboard Question: Which team do you think will win the Superbowl?
Photos by BELLA ESPINOZA
A ban on transgender troops may change career choices for graduating students
By KAITLYN SUTOW The Supreme Court allowed the ban on transgender military members to go into effect on Tuesday, Jan. 22. While there is no timeline of when the Supreme Court will make a final decision on the constitutionality of the ban itself, graduating seniors may start feeling […]
Citrus Valley girls basketball clashes with Cajon at home
By ETHAN DEWRI and BRANDON SAGLAM Citrus Valley Blackhawks girls varsity basketball team would face the Cajon Cowboys in a conference matchup last Thursday. The Blackhawks were coming into the game with a 2-5 league record hoping to add a win, whereas, the Cowboys where looking to continue […]
Opinion: Redlands East Valley Campus needs to make the shift to environmental conscientiousness
By LILIAN MOHR American high schools are notorious for their lack of conscientiousness regarding their environmental footprint. From the thousands of pieces of paper that are being used in high school campuses across the United States to trash cans overflowing with prepackaged snacks and sandwiches after the lunch […]
