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With the implementation of a new phone policy at LAHS, phone caddies and posters explaining the new policy can be found in almost every classroom.
Phones away, focus up: The phone policy at LAHS
Brooklynn De Shazer, Editor • September 9, 2025

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif., – The hallway buzzes with the sounds of notifications and chatter. Heads are bent down towards glowing screens, fingers...

Nearly 400 young fishers cast off of the Seal Beach pier.
Rotary Club holds 33rd Annual Fishing Derby at Seal Beach Pier
Lily Zimmerman, Staff Writer • August 20, 2025

SEAL BEACH, Calif. – Seagulls screeched and waves crashed as hundreds of young fishers cast their lines from the Seal Beach Pier for the 33rd...

@the.patriot.barbie on Instagram posted a video on Wednesday voicing her thoughts on a trans LAHS student running for prom queen. (Photos courtesy of Brixtina Delgado and @the.patriot.barbie)
Arizona woman attacks LAHS prom queen nominee online
Bella Kim, Editor-in-Chief • May 16, 2025

Note: The Griffin Gazette uses students' chosen names and pronouns. This has been indicated with parentheses where sources referred to her by...

Opinion
FOL ad (membership and bookstore)
LAHS students ready to document forever memories with their digital camera.
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Why are digital cameras so popular?

Maddie Sosebee, Staff Writer | September 3, 2025

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Activities
Students explored Japan on a school trip last summer, discovering culture, history and building connections.
Bridging cultures: A school trip to Japan
Olivia Garber, Staff Writer • September 10, 2025
Colorful letters in the Los Alamitos High School ASB Classroom.
New faces in office: LAHS ASB and activities
Olivia Pak, Staff Writer • September 4, 2025
The "A Sweet Start" freshman mixer took place on Friday, Aug. 22. Freshman played fun games and ate sweet treats. (Photo courtesy of the LAHS weekly newsletter)
Freshman ‘Sweet Start’ mixer: A delightful way to start the school year
Giulietta Morad, Editor • August 29, 2025
"A few years ago, the senior class toilet papered the campus. I think that's great, right? But, then, it's a couple rotten apples spoil the whole bunch because a couple of other kids who started spray painting," Mr. Bowen said. "It sort of stinks, because I get senior pranks are kind of a traditional thing to do, but because of a few kids who cause destruction, we've had to really crack down."
Senior Pranks: Should they continue?
Sydney Forsyte and Emma Hirotsu • May 23, 2025
Trending Stories
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The shooting occurred around 7:30 p.m. on Saturday outside the Cerritos mall, resulting in one death.

Girl assumed to be TikToker Siyah died after shooting at Cerritos mall Saturday night 

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A young mother with her young son at the beach.

The problem with boy moms

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President Trump ordered all flags to be half mast till September 14th (Photo courtesy of Cristina Glebova via Unsplash).

When is enough, enough?

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@the.patriot.barbie on Instagram posted a video on Wednesday voicing her thoughts on a trans LAHS student running for prom queen. (Photos courtesy of Brixtina Delgado and @the.patriot.barbie)

Arizona woman attacks LAHS prom queen nominee online

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A computer-generated prediction of what many viewers believed JD Vance would look like. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

Americans shocked at debut of JD Vance's new look

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A picture depicting makeup which is often used by transracials to appear a certain race.

The issue with the RCTA movement: Has social media made users more tone deaf?

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Labubu’s were originally inspired by classic European fairy tales and mythical creatures.

Labubus and the evolution of cute-horror

Arts
LAHS show choir's new director was welcomed with a balloon sign on the first day of school.
LAHS welcomes their new choir director, Mr. Davis
Presley Morad, Staff Writer • September 4, 2025

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif – After two full weeks of school, the Los Alamitos High School choirs are getting ready for another extraordinary year. In addition to their...

The official poster for “The Addams Family" production at Los Alamitos High School. (Photo courtesy of AJ Buechler and Claire Marano, the musical’s publicity team)
Los Alamitos High School’s drama department is off to a spooky start!
Sonnet Perkins, Staff Writer • September 3, 2025
Dasha Fallon's group performs her dance for the rest of Advanced during rehearsal.
Meet the dancers behind the student choreography showcase
Bella Kim • May 30, 2025
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Features
Sabrina Carpenter's newly released album has received mixed opinions among fans.
‘Man’s Best Friend’ or ‘Sabrina’s worst enemy?’
Riley Mitchell, Reese Neiger, and Jaya Eapen • September 5, 2025

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. 一 Sabrina Carpenter’s done it again! After releasing her highly acclaimed “Short n’ Sweet”...

On Aug. 27, members of the LAUSD board of education, construction companies and others cut the red ribbon and welcomed the LAHS community to the brand-new Griffin Center.
Stepping up the game: LAHS opens the brand-new Griffin Center
Katie Arnoult and Faviana Sophy • September 4, 2025

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. – What used to be a dusty, forgotten corner of the Los Alamitos High School campus is now a state-of-the-art...

Academics
Starting the steps to secure a spot in college: Senior Summit
Senior Summit: Starting the college application process
Sophia Shalbey, Staff Writer • September 12, 2025

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif.-- On Monday, Sept. 8, Los Alamitos High School seniors sacrificed their late start morning to gather for Senior Summit,...

These five new teachers are so excited to be at Los Al and can not wait for a great and amazing year!
The new school year at LAHS brings new beginnings, and 5 new teachers
Kayla Beltran, Staff Writer • September 5, 2025
Los Alamitos High School celebrates its 10 valedictorians for the Class of 2025 during "Valedictorians Signing Day." (Photo courtesy of Nichole Pichardo)
Why do some high schools have 10 or more valedictorians?
Jaya Eapen, Audience Editor • June 6, 2025
Middle schools will have a 6 period class
Middle schools plan to reduce the length of core classes
Alyssa Mathews, Staff Writer • May 27, 2025
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Meet the Staff
Kayla Beltran
Kayla Beltran
Staff Writer

Kayla is a staff writer for the Griffin Gazette and a freshman at Los Alamitos High School. She joined journalism this year because she loves to write and dive deeper into different...

Alizabeth Martin
Alizabeth Martin
Deputy Editor

Alizabeth Martin is a junior at Los Alamitos High School and is entering her second year of journalism. Last year, she began as a Staff Writer, and this year, she is very excited...

Riley Mitchell
Riley Mitchell
Staff Writer

Riley Mitchell is a junior at Los Alamitos High School. This is her first year in journalism. She looks forward to making new friends and gaining writing experience. In her free...

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