- SceneThe cafe offers coffee-related workshops led by professional barista, and we decided to try our hand at pour-over brewing.
September 25, 2023
Cathy Li, Print editor-in-chiefContinue Reading - SceneA convention focused in Los Angeles focused on K-pop exhibits the impactful effects that the genre has on our school and students.
September 25, 2023
Brandon Du, Scene editorContinue Reading - SceneChef Roy Choi’s combination of Mexican and Korean cuisines were unfortunately average in their taste and presentation.
September 25, 2023
Daniel Lee and Stephanie ChengContinue Reading - OpinionFollowing the negative social effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, several studies have reported that Gen-Z is the loneliest generation.
September 25, 2023
Kaelin David, Opinion editorContinue Reading - ArtsDiscover the unappreciated art behind every toss, turn and catch involved in their 2023 field show.
September 25, 2023
Marissa Alejo, Copy and Coverage editor-in-chiefContinue Reading - ArtsTake a look into his melodic journey with the violin.
September 25, 2023
Ryan Lam, Sports editorContinue Reading - NewsSchool staff promote the benefits of extracurriculars.
September 25, 2023
Scott Chen, News editor and AdvertisingContinue Reading - SportsSeniors Gabriel Dee, Andres Sanchez and Kevin Tseng trained overseas to play against other Greek water polo teams.
September 25, 2023
David Kang, Online editor-in-chief and In-depth editorContinue Reading - FeatureSenior Belle Bao shares her insight after attending summer classes at Harvard and Brown.
September 25, 2023
David Kang, Online editor-in-chief and In-depth editorContinue Reading - SportsWalnut hosted its annual tournament consisting of 20 Division 1 and 2 schools at the California Country Club.
September 25, 2023
Rylyn Wang, Feature editorContinue Reading
![College and career pathway adviser Kristine Nodarse-Hernandez finds internships for her students. “Extracurriculars give students the opportunity to shine and practice leadership skills,” Hernandez said. “Even if it’s an off campus group or on campus group, I always highly suggest [pursuing extracurriculars] for students.”](https://whshoofprint.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/IMG_9092-1200x900.png)
Administration and staff highlight the advantages students can gain from pursuing extracurricular activities. School staff members such as grade level coordinators (GLCs) and College and Career Pathway adviser Kristine Nodarse-Hernandez are prioritizing student success inside and outside the classroom. There are many opportunities that students can utilize such as Mount San Antonio College (Mt. SAC) Dual Enrollment where students are able to take college-level courses or participate in college workshops or fairs. Based on a survey of 131 students, 75.6% of students have extracurricular activities...

With the start of the 2023-2024 school year, students run to stores to get any last-minute school supplies. However, rising costs have significantly...

In July 2023, Chino Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) passed a controversial policy that required staff to notify parents if their children...

The start of each school year is always a new beginning. But no matter what ‘23-’24 has in store for you, WHS administration wants to make...

The Walnut Valley Unified School District (WVUSD) facilities department installed six water bottle fill stations in 2020. According to surveys...

Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) members competed at the State Leadership Conference (SLC) at the Sacramento Convention Center from...

The pressure of temporary life in college weighs heavily on senior Belle Bao as she steps onto the campus, but quickly dissipates as the sole sound of her steps on the cobbled floors becomes surer. Bao attended both Harvard and Brown Pre-College Programs over the summer in order to prepare for college life after high school. At Harvard, Bao took classes on digital media; at Brown, she took classes related to law. For Bao, with the classes came development and growth. Though Bao gained a variety of freedoms through the pre-college programs, these freedoms came with an increased sense of responsibility. “For...

A bright smile flashes across senior Caleb Ku’s face as he discusses his summer work at UCLA, the passion in his voice tangible. Over the...

As he dives into the cool waters of Newport Beach with his speargun, senior Andrew Qi begins the hunt for the various types of fish, which will...

As she moves her stylus across her Wacom Cintiq Pro 27 Pen Display, sophomore Bella Luo makes her finishing touches and a new character emerges...

In a vibrant, bustling ice cream shop, a high school student hurries in before heading to the back, murmuring a brief greeting to his parents. For...

With a gleaming, bright shine and delicate texture, multiple silver chains slowly link together, reflecting the elegant and prominent font of...

When a young Bob Van Setten started pastoring in the school’s multi-purpose room in 1986, he didn’t expect to retire in 2023 with a doctorate...
![Print EIC senior Cathy Li begins creating her first pour-over coffee in a drip cup. “The coffee-making process [was] intricate, but the routine was relaxing,” Li said.](https://whshoofprint.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/cathycoffee-1200x900.jpg)
As someone whose coffee routine consists of either going to Starbucks or dumping espresso powder into microwave-heated water, walking into the Aroma Craft pour-over class was a little intimidating — the only knowledge I had about pour-over coffee were the pictures on the website where I booked the class. I felt like someone who’d never watched “Cinderella” finding themselves in a room full of Disney adults. Thankfully, the friendliness of the staff — instructor Ken Lin and his assistant, Evan Vanderlinde — and the rest of the students quickly made me feel at ease. We started off...

Shouting along to your favorite song until your voice is hoarse is pretty much a given at concerts, and it isn’t any different for fans who...

Usually found parked on the side of an unassuming street, the Kogi Korean BBQ food trucks have been serving unique Korean and Mexican fusion...

I never thought so much sentimentality could come from a man wearing bright yellow Crocs, but I guess that’s part of Jacob Collier’s magic:...

They may appear to be nothing more than plastic, but their appeal extends beyond what they are made of. In a world of collectibles, Sonny Angel...

As the world enters a new era in which video games are ever more present and popular, it’s no surprise a movie like “Gran Turismo” would...
- SportsSeniors Gabriel Dee, Andres Sanchez and Kevin Tseng trained overseas to play against other Greek water polo teams.
September 25, 2023
David Kang, Online editor-in-chief and In-depth editorContinue Reading - SportsWalnut hosted its annual tournament consisting of 20 Division 1 and 2 schools at the California Country Club.
September 25, 2023
Rylyn Wang, Feature editorContinue Reading - SportsAfter losing their last season game against the Raiders, the Mustangs come back with a sweeping 15-3 win.
September 25, 2023
George Wang, Sports editorContinue Reading - SportsIn their first home branding iron game, varsity girls volleyball secured the win 3-2.
September 18, 2023
Kaelin David, Opinion editorContinue Reading - SportsDue to inherent biological differences and safety concerns, sports teams should not transition to coed models.
September 2, 2023
Scott Chen, News editor and AdvertisingContinue Reading

The constant buzzing of notifications from social media applications and glassy eyes fixated on screens has become an omnipresent reality for...
The goal of The Hoofprint, a student-run organization, is to provide both an online and print forum for the dissemination and discussion of campus-related...

Over the past summer, social media feeds have been inundated with content featuring women relishing in ordinary activities, with all the posts...

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Julio Urìas was arrested over the weekend on charges of corporal injury on a spouse. Major League Baseball, the...

Following the devastation wrought by the wildfires on Maui, individuals from around the nation have turned to social media to receive updates...

Day 1 I’m sad to say that I fit the stereotype of the phone-addicted teenager way too much. It seems I can’t just exist anymore. Whenever...

Here is a staggering statistic: humans have an eight second attention span,; less than that of a goldfish. By the time you reach the beginning...
In 60 high schools across the country this year, Collegeboard began its official pilot for a new course: Advanced Placement African American...



David Kang, Online editor-in-chief and In-depth editor
September 25, 2023
![Sophomore Sophie Lu hits a drive, going 260 yards. “In the beginning, my drive only went up to like 200 yards,” Lu said. Halfway through the game, I changed my grip which got my [drive] to go 260 yards which lowered my score a lot
so I played much better.”](https://whshoofprint.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/DSC09374-800x1200.jpg)
Rylyn Wang, Feature editor
September 25, 2023
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Varsity Winter Guard won first place at the Bellflower competition after performing its show, “Working Out,” Saturday, April 15. The...

The annual Southern California School Band and Orchestra Association (SCSBOA) festival, hosted by the Instrumental Music Council (IMC) and the...

Most see it as an art form, others as simply a wooden instrument, but for concertmaster senior Jayaraman Donath, he views the violin as something...