Easy holiday Baking: 3 quick recipes
By BELLA ESPINOZA, AILEEN JANEE CORPUS, and DANIELA MORA
Ethic News
News publication for high schools of Redlands Unified School District and the community.
Citrus Valley’s Robert Rooney shares experiences to improve student understanding in science
By AZRIEL OLMEDO Student engagement and participation acts as a motivation for teachers to determine the most effective way of learning. In what seems as one of the most difficult departments to thrive in, students often find themselves lost and confused under the many, many concepts of science. […]
Video: Interview with Citrus Valley cheer co-captain, Grace Wilson
By EMILY WALOS, ETHAN CRABTREE, and ERICA BAUER
Life-long Redlands resident Diane Escudero shares memories
By MIYAH SANBORN Some people have lived in the same place for most of their lives such as Diane Michelle Escudero. Born on June 27, 1957, Escudero has lived in Redlands since she was a child. “I’ve lived in Redlands since I was three years old, we all […]
Opinion: Social media works to unite people
By DANIELA MORA and LILY SHAW It’s important to note that Covid-19 has caused a shift in today’s way of life by keeping humanity apart. Requirements to social distance and stay inside has caused many to severely limit communication with family and friends. Self quarantine has also limited […]
News brief: Biden secures presidential election win with California certification
By EMILY PRINSTEIN After a little over a month since the election took place, California has officially certified its votes securing the election, for now, President-Elect Joe Biden and Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris. The certification of California’s fifty-five electoral votes puts President-elect Biden nine votes above the two […]
Comics: Huwebes Hysterics
By AILEEN JANEE CORPUS
Culinary arts teacher, Chanel Taitt, perseveres through distance learning
By MAGGIE SNAVELY A carrot cake topped with pineapple made by Chanel Taitt during class time. This delicious dish is just one of many that Taitt has shown to her students (Photo credit to Chanel Taitt). Chanel Taitt, the culinary arts teacher at Citrus Valley High school, has […]
Reviewing important periodic trends in chemistry
By ISAAC MEJIA and ARIANA GHALAMBOR Artistic version of the periodic table of elements. (credits Southern University at Shreveport) As the first semester of the academic 2020 to 2021 school year comes to a close, teachers have fallen into a rhythm and are making their way through the […]
Video: Processes of editing backgrounds
By ETHAN CRABTREE
Good habits spark positive thinking
By ISAAC MEJIA “Elevate your mood today with a positive attitude” (Isaac Mejia/ Ethic News). Maintaining a positive attitude is crucial in life. This is especially true for students in times of distance learning, where never-ending technical difficulties continue to wear patience thin and attack mental psyche. During […]
Students for Change combat hate and discrimination
By AKUL GUPTA, TATUM MAPES, INARA KHANKASHI, and JAZUI MEJI Students For Change meets to discuss issues of inequality and oppression on a weekly basis. A contributor to the group’s rapid growth is the widespread advocacy of the aforementioned social justice movement. This club provides an outlet for […]
Comics: Huwebes Hysterics
By AILEEN JANEE CORPUS
Friday Fight Night: Broly vs Superman
By AZRIEL OLMEDO Photo made using FlamingText, a logo design and name generator (Azriel Olmedo / Ethic News). Note: DC Comics including Superman’s greatest feats and strengths will be used as source. All Dragon Ball material including/mentioning Broly will also be used as source. The fictional world is […]
Families relax to these seven binge worthy TV shows and movies
By HANNAH PATRICK Due to these troubling times, families have been forced to stay inside throughout all hours of the day, contemplating on a movie or show to binge and make up for lost time. Here are a few gathered shows and movies from everyone’s favorite streaming apps. […]
Redlands passes resolution 12 to help achieve true equality for all
By: ISABELLA LANDEROS Images of equality and exclusivity symbolizing love for anyone (Mauricio Pliego / Ethic News) During the last Redlands Unified School Board district meeting on Oct. 27, 2020, Resolution 12 was passed with the help and support of the NEXGEN Student Board. Resolution 12 covers the […]
The road to a 2020 World Series Championship Title
By JASMINE ROSALES In the year 1903, things changed for Major League Baseball forever, that year was the first year of playoffs and has been going on ever since. Each year it was modified to what it is now. This years playoffs recently just finished and the results […]
Wildcat’s ASB create escapes from the computer screens for students
By LILIAN MOHR The Associated Student Body at Redlands East Valley High School is continuing to put on their schools events that encourage school spirit and help to unite the students and staff, but now with the added challenge of doing it all virtual. In years prior, ASB […]
Nest and Den: High school students in the work force PART 3
Created by EMILY WALOS Edited by BELLA ESPINOZA
Special abilities in small animals prove that size doesn’t matter
By KENDRA BURDICK When people think of animals they normally lean towards basic animals and their abilities. When thinking of what the fastest animal is, people’s first thoughts often go to that of the cheetah. However, the comparison of an animal’s size is left out. Echo is a […]
Comics: Huwebes Hysterics
By AILEEN JANEE CORPUS
A&E Hangouts: Cookie Corner bakes its way into the heart of Redlands
By SPENCER MOORE It seems as though Southern California has had a massive growth in terms of the dessert industry, specifically the baking industry. This has intrigued many people, including folks who you would not typically see as business owners. Some have been incredibly successful; others not so […]
Comics: Huwebes Hysterics
By AILEEN JANEE CORPUS
Classic literature helps spread important messages to high school students
By ISAAC MEJIA Cover photo of both Classical Literature Books discussed in the article (Isaac Mejia/ Ethic News) Books have stood the test of time and shaped generational values for centuries. Although they may not be the first choice for teenage entertainment in the 21st century–competing with social […]
Baking pumpkin bars!
By JASMINE ROSALES As the holidays are just around the corner, the time for freshly-baked sweets and many left over meals are ahead. As this time of year is a favorite to many, everyone looks forward to filling their stomachs with their favorite meals and desserts whilst with […]
Letter: Reader responds to, “What does it mean to be an American?”
We welcome letters from our readers at trueethicnews@gmail.com Please keep in mind that this is a student-led news publication for the high school community. Student editors hold discretion in the final publication, in part or whole, of letters from our readers. What it means to be an American: […]
Video: What does it mean to be American?
Created by EMILY WALOS Edited by BELLA ESPINOZA With the 2020 United States election coming to a close, it is important to remember that in the end we are all Americans, no matter the personal definition. It is the people of the United States’ responsibly to unite and […]
RUSD board members and parents take steps toward building a REV athletic stadium
By MIRIAM YORDANOS On Oct. 13, Redlands Unified School District held their monthly board meeting to inform and update the community of issues in the RUSD, including the status of a Redlands East Valley sports stadium. The district has sent out a request for qualification and a proposal […]
How do we elect our president? Explaining the Electoral College
By TATUM MAPES In 2016, Donald J. Trump defeated Hillary Clinton in the race to the White House, despite not winning the popular vote. How was this possible? Unlike other elections for American political offices, the presidential election is not decided through the popular vote. Instead, the future […]
News brief: Redlands area students adjust in light of recent power outages
By ISAAC MEJIA, ARIANA GHALMBOR, NYLA DE CARVALHO and HANNAH PATRICK Redlands Unified School District parents, staff and students were notified on Monday, Oct. 26 about the power outages that affected local areas and impacted the online learning experience for students and teachers. Southern California Edison customers in […]
Opinion: Proposition 16 lowers the bar for hard workers
By AILEEN JANEE CORPUS
Comics: Huwebes Hysterics
By AILEEN JANEE CORPUS
From popular pumpkin patches to decorated drive-thrus, local Halloween spots welcome visitors this weekend
By JASMINE ROSALES With Halloween here, it can be hard to tell what’s open due to social distancing requirements and restrictions. There are many different festivities to partake in from music festivals to pumpkin patches in Redlands, CA or in surrounding areas. Here are just a few suggestions […]
Spotify Weekly Playlist: Boolicious boogie
By AILEEN JANEE CORPUS Salutations, ghouls and goblins! Ranging from the classic “Monster Mash” to the more recent “Calling All the Monsters” by China Anne McClain, this playlist has all of the tunes to bring you out of your grave and onto the dance floor. Calling All the […]
Once in a Blue Moon shines on Halloween night
By KENDRA BURDICK The mysteries of the Halloween Full Blue Moon goes back millions of years, from cave paintings of cavemen to myths connecting the calendar. There have been theories, negative and positive, about the Blue Moon that occurs on All Hallows Eve. According to NASA, the Harvest […]
The Final Presidential Debate sees a change in behavior between the candidates
By TATUM MAPES The last presidential debate between incumbent President Donald J. Trump and former Vice-President Joe Biden was held last night at Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee. The debate, moderated by NBC’s Kristen Welker, aired at 6 p.m. PST and concluded at 7:30 p.m. The candidates took […]
Dodgers win their first World Series in 32 years
By TATUM MAPES After a 32 year drought, the LA Dodgers have finally taken home their seventh World Series title. This Game 6 win was worth the wait for Dodger fans, who have consecutively witnessed World Series losses against the Houston Astros and Boston Redsox. With a final […]
Comics: Huwebes Hysterics
By AILEEN JANEE CORPUS Welcome to the first installation of Huwebes Hysterics, a collection of short stories that range from the truly horrifying to the utterly hilarious.
Local small businesses forced to adjust due to the Pandemic
By MIYAH SANBORN In the midst of this global pandemic, many local, small businesses have managed to adjust and adapt to this new normal. Business owners have had to make various changes to follow the restrictions and regulations of the pandemic. Social distancing, wearing masks, washing their hands, […]
Friday Fight Night: Mario vs Sonic
By AZRIEL OLMEDO Photo made using FlamingText, a logo design and name generator (Azriel Olmedo / Ethic News). Note: Games published by Nintendo as well as Sega that include both Mario and Sonic will be used for reference. If you’ve ever played video games, chances are you should […]
Spotify Weekly Playlist: Feel-good Friday music BINGO
By ARIANA GHALAMBOR This PLAYlist is perfect for playing BINGO on Friday with your virtual pals on zoom. Use a virtual BINGO card generator like My Free Bingo Cards. From there, click on Custom Bingo Card Generator where you can add your own BINGO title and list of […]
Improving the well-being of pets during quarantine
By: Makayla Naime and Allison Stockham COVID-19 has been a big threat for a while now, and pets are one way people are feeling less lonely despite the long period of isolation, which begs the question: are pets being affected by quarantine? While abnormal behaviors might arise, there […]
Students take action to help mental health on campus at Redlands East Valley
By MIRIAM YORDANOS Every Thursday at lunch, a group of Redlands East Valley students meet virtually to discuss mental health issues and focus on personal wellbeing within adolescents. This year, the club is led by seniors Lizzy Wilson and Lauren Glaub, junior Joshua Masangcay, and sophomore Sabrina Schwendiman, […]
Viewers judge first presidential debate as chaotic
By ISAAC MEJIA The nation witnessed the first presidential debate between Democratic Candidate Joe Biden and Republican President Donald Trump on Sept. 29, 2020. The debate, moderated by Chris Wallace, a Fox News anchor and journalist, began at 6 p.m. Western Time and ended approximately at 7:30 p.m.. […]
