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News From the Students, For the Students

The Griffin Gazette
News From the Students, For the Students

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Opinion
Crisp leaves, cozy vibes and Trader Joe’s fall goodies.
Falling for fall: what makes autumn so appealing
Olivia Garber and Amelia Gutierrez • October 2, 2025

Unlike social media and its multitude of fashion influencers, thrift stores like 2nd STREET in Long Beach instill a passion for finding personal style and encourage sustainability among shoppers.
A culture of inauthenticity: Fashion influencers plague the youth
Ella Suos, Staff Writer • September 18, 2025

Disclaimer: While I have no intention of discrediting any specific individuals, events or brands, I will present accurate and complete information...

What are the effects of consuming psychiatric medicines?
The advantages and disadvantages of psychiatric medication: Why take it?
Riley Mitchell, Staff Writer • September 12, 2025

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. -- Plenty of people see prescribed medication as a valid option to help with mental illness, but others may view it as difficult...

President Trump ordered all flags to be half mast till September 14th (Photo courtesy of Cristina Glebova via Unsplash).
When is enough, enough?
Allie Wilson, Staff Writer • September 11, 2025

OREM, Utah -- On Sept. 10, 2025, at 12:10 p.m. on the Utah Valley University campus, Charlie Kirk, a prominent figure in right-wing media, was...

News
FOL ad (membership and bookstore)
Mooney's Pizza, an all-new pizza parlor, is taking over the old Huff's Family Restaurant building and bringing something new to the community.
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Mooney’s Pizza brings a new flavor to the community

Katie Arnoult, Co-Editor-In-Chief | September 24, 2025

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Activities
LAHS students dressed up casually to "party in the USA" for this year's homecoming dance.
From dressy to denim: How students feel about homecoming’s new look
Alizabeth Martin, Deputy Editor • September 24, 2025
The Homecoming dance theme included stars and bright lights.
Red, white and Homecoming night
Brooklynn De Shazer, Editor • September 22, 2025
Monday's assembly was held in the new gym this year.
Tradition takes a turn at Homecoming this year
Lily Zimmerman and Faviana Sophy • September 22, 2025
Students walked in the see the new gym decorated for the Homecoming assembly (Photo Courtesy of @losalofficial Instagram).
LAHS gets ready for this year’s Homecoming
Brooklynn De Shazer, Ella Suos, Josie Dayne, Olivia Garber, Sophia Nash, and Alyssa Mathews • September 19, 2025
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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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Monday's assembly was held in the new gym this year.

Tradition takes a turn at Homecoming this year

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Cespedes and Legion members lifted the canvas from the roof.

American Legion Post 716 hosts unveiling for new mural

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A seemingly ordinary Tuesday floored millions of fans after Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's surprise announcement.

She got the longing glances, and his ring: Taylor Swift’s enchanted engagement

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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

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“I’m ready to compete and win this week with my teammates," said Beckham Hofland, varsity tight end and kicker. After landing in Oahu on Wednesday, the team got straight to work practicing and training for Friday's game. (Photo courtesy of the LAHS Football Instagram)

LAHS football says 'Aloha' for Friday's game

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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

Features
A picture showing typical psychological concepts, such as sleep stages, memories and hormones.
From gaslighting to trauma-dumping: When will psychobabble finally be too much?
Amelia Gutierrez, Social Media Editor • October 1, 2025

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. — Teenagers persistently use normal psychology terms in an informal context. From toxic gaslighting to trauma dumping narcissism, negative...

Cespedes and Legion members lifted the canvas from the roof.
American Legion Post 716 hosts unveiling for new mural
Lily Zimmerman, Staff Writer • October 1, 2025
Three students wearing baggy shirts, a popular trend this year.
Beginning of school trends
Presley Morad and Kayla Beltran • September 29, 2025
Sally Albright and Harry Burns have one of their first interactions, debating the limitations of friendship within male-female relationships.
Magical, moonlit and metropolitan fall movie recommendations
Sophia Shalbey, Staff Writer • September 25, 2025
The Los Angeles Peacock Theater hosts this years Emmys (Background photo courtesy of Florian Cordier, Unsplash)
The 2025 Emmys: Exciting moments and essential takeaways
Olivia Pak, Staff Writer • September 24, 2025
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Arts
The LAHS choir program captivated audiences with performances of beloved Broadway songs from productions like "Hamilton", "Dear Evan Hansen", "Hair" and more. (Photo courtesy of the LAHS weekly newsletter)
LAHS choir kicks off the year with ‘The Start of Something Big’
Katie Arnoult, Co-Editor-in-Chief • October 8, 2025

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. – With powerful vocals, dazzling costumes and distinctive choreography, the Los Alamitos High School...

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...

Academics
Students spend hours pouring over homework and studying for tests, utilizing each other as a resource (Photo courtesy of Lanelle Ladero via Unsplash).
The self-teaching epidemic in Advanced Placement classes
Sophia Shalbey, Staff Writer • October 8, 2025

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. -- Known for its rigorous classes and competitive nature, Los Alamitos High School offers many Advanced Placement classes...

A picture of the LAHS dual enrollment website
A look into dual enrollment benefits
Josie Dayne, Staff Writer • September 23, 2025
The class started by filming the intro for the year's third episode. We stood by the side as the Griffin News team rushed around us to collect their props and outfits. This episode's intro was a "mannequin challenge," which meant the team had to hold still while the camera swept around the room. Since we weren't in the intro, we took the opportunity to talk to Mr. Brown, the Griffin News, Focus Studios and film teacher. "You can see (the creativity) here in the class," Mr. Brown said. "It's a super creative art form where they can express themselves, be storytellers, make people laugh and hopefully bring the school closer together."
An hour in Griffin News
Lily Zimmerman and Joshua Lopez Hernandez • September 23, 2025
An SAT study guide along with textbooks for advanced placement courses.
Colleges begin shifting standardized testing requirements
Alyssa Mathews, Editor • September 15, 2025
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Meet the Staff
Brooklynn De Shazer
Brooklynn De Shazer
Editor

Brooklynn De Shazer is a sophomore at Los Alamitos High School and is going into her second year at the Griffin Gazette. She is excited to continue expanding her writing and see...

Olivia Garber
Olivia Garber
Staff Writer

Olivia Garber is a senior at LAHS and in her second year of journalism. Her passions include pop culture and current affairs. On campus, she loves to study Japanese while progressing...

Reese Neiger
Reese Neiger
Managing Editor

Reese Neiger is a junior at Los Alamitos High School. This is her third year in journalism. She enjoys writing features on current events as well as important worldly topics. She...

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