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Walnut High School | 400 Pierre Rd. Walnut, Calif. 91789

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Walnut High School | 400 Pierre Rd. Walnut, Calif. 91789

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Walnut High School | 400 Pierre Rd. Walnut, Calif. 91789

Juniors Justin Abellera and Ryan Wang and sophomore Dylan Toh talk to a representative from Worcester Polytechnic Institute. “Grant cuts will likely impact my tuition. If the university can’t afford to run their school because of funding cuts, they may pass it over to me to pay. While Worcester looked pretty convincing as a polytechnic university, the $80,000 price tag to attend makes me more hesitant to go there,” Abellera said.
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Trump freezes billions in educational funding
Colleges expect change as they adjust to sudden cancellation of funding
Hazel Li, News editor • September 15, 2025

The Trump Administration has been withholding billions of dollars in federal education grants. Many public and private colleges have been affected by this recent suspension of aid, such as the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), Harvard and Brown.  The suspension of millions of dollars towards research and grants has set back the progression of scientific research and led to budget cuts. According to the student newspaper at UCLA, the Daily Bruin, the freezing of funding on their campus has caused delays in research, adjustments to budget and a reduction in the workforce. In other...

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Policies expected to affect college tuition
Antra Shah, News editor • September 15, 2025

With several changes in federal legislation, college tuition is expected to increase in 2026, caused by Pell Grant restrictions, federal grant...

Principal Jamie Norell begins her first year at Walnut High School as principal.
Principal Jamie Norell joins Walnut High School
Antra Shah, News editor • September 8, 2025

Principal Jamie Norell accepted her new position at Walnut High School on May 30, 2025, following former principal Dr. Michele Lew’s sudden...

Using her sixth period sticker, senior Hazel Li uses her ID to exit campus.
Athletes face stricter enforcement with six period stickers
Hazel Li, News editor • September 3, 2025

Freshmen athletes are prevented from leaving their sport early while upperclassmen with the sixth period sticker face stricter rules, ensuring...

Ryan McDonnell, Trina Dreyer and Luz Lozano (left to right)
Three new instructional deans join the administration
Antra Shah, News editor • August 29, 2025

Ryan McDonnell, Trina Dreyer and Luz Lozano have taken new positions as instructional deans at Walnut High School. As they start the new school...

Jamie Norell begins her term as Walnut's new principal
Jamie Norell begins her term as Walnut’s new principal
Lucas Lim, Photo and Graphics editor • July 7, 2025

Jamie Norell was announced as Walnut High School’s principal on Friday May 30 via email, to replace Dr. Michele Lew following her resignation...

Freshman Aston Dong competes in a 10K Spartan race in San Luis Obispo.
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Spartan races conquered with grit
Pushing through challenging obstacle courses, freshman Aston Dong competes in Spartan racing.
Ava Kaleah David, Design editor-in-chief and In-depth editor • September 30, 2025

Scanning the entirety of the trail’s natural terrain, Spartan runner freshman Aston Dong gathers himself before his Spartan race, a run with competitive obstacles, feeling ready to take on any challenge. Compared to a typical marathon or run, Spartan competitions stretch longer distances, featuring obstacle courses with elements such as pulleys, A-frames and sandbags. Some of the Spartan races Dong has participated in were at locations such as Monterey, Big Bear and the most recent being in a competition in Santa Margarita Ranch near Pismo Beach earlier this year.  “I think my favorite...

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Sophomore Janice Lin poses on stage for the 2025 Miss Asia International Pageant.
Confidence and creativity on the runway stage
Jocelyn Chen, Copy editor-in-chief • September 19, 2025

All eyes in the room are on sophomore Janice Lin. She walks down the runway in hoop earrings, a black leather jacket over a cropped white shirt,...

Scales of strength | Sophomore Lauren Kan smiles as she plays with her snake, Pyralis. “I am just so happy that she is strong and healthy. She is such a beautiful animal.”
The heart and passion behind reptile rescue
Angie Hsu, Feature editor • September 15, 2025

After recently being bitten by her lizard Myungi, sophomore Lauren Kan rejoices when she opens Myungi’s cage to an obedient attitude. To her,...

Photo courtesy of Klaire Leimbach
Stitching style into senior year
Nayeli Tan, Feature editor • September 3, 2025

Working meticulously on the final stitches with her needle and thread, the sun sets as senior Klaire Leimbach finishes adding the last fabric...

Junior Sean Vu leads his group of Cadets in a march during the Pass in Review. This is a tradition similar to a graduation, where commanders inspect their troops, checking for discipline, uniforms and readiness.
New heights achieved through Civil Air Patrol
Angie Hsu, Feature editor • August 26, 2025

Getting ready to plan Cable Airport’s 4th of July’s Light Up The Night event, some factors that pop into senior Sean Vu’s head include...

Senior Hector Hernandez with his family after receiving the NROTC scholarship.
NROTC scholarship awarded to Walnut High School student
Antra Shah, Staff writer • May 19, 2025

After years of hard work, senior Hector Hernandez has won the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) scholarship, earning a full-ride...

Teachers Gabriel Hernandez (top left), Garrett Lim (top right), Joseph Chon (bottom left), and David Kim (bottom right) play their respective instruments with passion.
Teachers band together for a rockin’ performance
Audrey Yang, Staff writer • April 14, 2025

Classroom Management rocked the stage on March 28 with performances featuring music that has impacted their personal lives. Battle of the...

Moving clockwise from the top left is Mediterranean Kabob Station's Salmon Kabob plate, Chicken Kabob plate and Beef Kabob plate.
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The Mediterranean Kabob Station is an appetizing must-try
One of Walnut’s newest restaurants pairs a delicious menu variety with healthy portions.
Jetzibe Rodriguez, Sports editor • September 30, 2025

I’ve always believed that food brings people together because one of my favorite mother-daughter bonding times with my mom was laughing about our pets' funniest moments to having a deep talk about the future while sharing a chicken kabob at the Santa Anita Mall. So finding a new Mediterranean spot that would be close to my home and feed my physical needs and my soul can be hard. But I’m glad to say I found a new Mediterranean restaurant where I can continue creating more memories with my mom.  The Mediterranean Kabob Station opened a few weeks ago at Walnut Town and Country on 233 N Grand...

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Moving clockwise from the top left is Mediterranean Kabob Station's Salmon Kabob plate, Chicken Kabob plate and Beef Kabob plate.
Starbucks spices up its products with its 2025 fall menu
Lydia Chen, Coverage editor-in-chief • September 21, 2025

With the fall season approaching, Starbucks fully embraced the autumn spirit by releasing their fall menu on Aug. 26. The return of these beloved...

Corn dog craze | Featured above and on top is the Mochinut potato Korean corn
dog and below it is the Hot Cheetos Korean corn dog.
From reels to reals: Take a bite into trending tastes
Leon Lee, Scene editor • September 15, 2025

Everytime I opened up my Instagram reels, my mouth began to water as I scrolled past the viral Korean corn dog mukbangs.  I got two of the...

Triple threat | Clockwise from top left
are Chilis’ Honey Chipotle Chicken,
Honey Chipotle Mozz and Big Mouth
Bites.
From reels to reals: Take a bite into trending tastes
George Wang, Print editor-in-chief • September 15, 2025

With its sweet aroma filling my nostrils, I bit into the crispy Honey-Chipotle Chicken Crispers. That’s the effect Chili’s “Triple Dipper”...

Too chic | Clockwise from top left are TuCha desserts Just Peachy, Dubai Matcha, Berry3 and My Man Go.
From reels to reals: Take a bite into trending tastes
Taryn Schilz, Scene editor • September 15, 2025

After seeing countless mukbangs of the viral “Los Angeles Pastries,” I finally decided to take the hour-long drive to 2968 W Seventh St., ...

Corn dog craze | Featured above and on top is the Mochinut potato Korean corn
dog and below it is the Hot Cheetos Korean corn dog.
From reels to reals: Take a bite into trending tastes
Lydia Chen, Coverage editor-in-chief and Media editor • September 15, 2025

Opening the bag of Swedish candies, I was greeted by an assortment of shapes and bright colors. Excited, I took a bite into a red butterfly-shaped...

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Opinion
Is toxic gym culture turning fitness into a performance?
Toxic gym culture may do more harm than good, as people chase validation over health.
Timmothy Chen, Online editor-in-chief • September 19, 2025

What initially started as a place to improve health and relieve stress has now recently taken a concerning turn toward a stage for seeking validation....

Dismissing the arts overlooks their importance
Opinion
Dismissing the arts overlooks their importance
The arts strengthen focus, inspire collaboration and provide balance and harmony in daily life.
Timmothy Chen, Online editor-in-chief • September 15, 2025

There is a popular stereotype that the arts are merely pointless hobbies with little to no practical value. If someone wants to learn how to...

Satire: Line-cutting culture can’t be called rude, it is survival
Opinion
Satire: Line-cutting culture can’t be called rude, it is survival
Jocelyn Chen, Copy editor-in-chief • September 15, 2025

12:39 p.m. Eyes glued to the clock, I hang onto every second, waiting for the ring of that sweet, satisfying bell. 58… 59…BEEEPPP! 12:40...

“No new clubs” rule buries inactive club culture
Opinion
“No new clubs” rule buries inactive club culture
Recent club restrictions ensure students focus on active, impactful leadership rather than empty titles.
George Wang, Print editor-in-chief • September 15, 2025

It’s the first day of Club Fair. As you walk past the multiple stalls, a student shoves a cardboard photo frame in front of you, pitching themselves...

A focused student works on homework at their desk.
Is hustle culture stealing balance from students’ lives?
Ryan Lam, Opinion editor • September 8, 2025

Scroll through social media or even talk to your classmates and you will hear the same thing: you need to do more if you want to get into a good...

Is having a laugh perpetuating a sterotype? The culture of “ABG’s and ABB’s”
Is having a laugh perpetuating a sterotype? The culture of “ABG’s and ABB’s”
David Kang, Manager • May 1, 2025

If you’ve ever seen your friends or classmates screaming ”ABG” and running around making a fool of themselves, you’ve experienced the...

Social science teacher Nick Madrid’s desk and floor are littered by ungraded papers due to burnout. “My desk hasn’t been this messy before and it’s been this way ever [since] I started grading papers,” Madrid said.
Burnout among teachers is a problem for students
Brandon Du, Opinion editor • May 1, 2025

As the school year draws to a close, I’ve been hit with the hardest case of burnout known to man. I’ve lost motivation to do any schoolwork...

The Ice Bucket Challenge returns. But are we missing the point?
Head Editorial Board May 1, 2025

In recent weeks, the University of South Carolina (USC) Speak Your Mind Ice Bucket Challenge has surged across social media platforms, echoing...

Purr-fect Pairs
In-depth
Purr-fect Pairs
Ava Kaleah David, Design editor-in chief and In-depth editor • September 15, 2025

Mustangs on the Move
Mustangs on the Move
March 26, 2025
Junior Braden Cobb (right) who played the role of Patrick Star opens the scene with Justin Maestas, who played SpongeBob. “I felt relieved as we were finished with the opening number, and I was excited for what the rest of the show had to offer the audience,” Cobb said.
Arts
A splash-tastic quest: “The SpongeBob Musical”
The popular cartoon is brought to life by drama students through comedic characters.
Stephanie Cheng, Staff writer • March 25, 2025

The Drama Department’s spring show “The SpongeBob Musical” brought the familiar cartoon characters to life through lively dance and song....

Junior Gabriel Gonzalez practices his piece “A Blank Page” in the band room. “I wrote that piece representing how it made me feel about a particular event in my life. [It] invokes a sense of loneliness, longing and maybe even a hint of tragedy,” Gonzalez said.
Arts
Gabriel Gonzalez’s love letter to classical music
From classic melodies to video game music, Gonzalez blends two different eras together.
Elise Chen, Design Editor-in-Chief • March 25, 2025

Junior Gabriel Gonzalez glances at a sheet of paper, fingers skimming over black-and-white keys before deftly pressing down on the piano to bring...

Dance Team wins first place in the medium kick category, beating over 100 schools that participated in the competition.
Arts
Dance Team wins their 34th national title in the medium kick category
After months of dedication in preparation for the nationals, the team’s incredible teamwork was rewarded with placements in various categories.
Ryan Lam, Copy editor-in-chief • March 19, 2025

Dance Team secured first place in the medium and overall kick categories at the Contest of Champions, hosted at the Universal Orlando Resort,...

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