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News From the Students, For the Students

The Griffin Gazette
News From the Students, For the Students

The Griffin Gazette
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Every 15 Minutes started to address the tragic reality of teen drunk driving. (Courtesy of The Youth Center)
Why Every 15 Minutes is important
Aiden Floyd, Staff Writer • December 11, 2024

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. -- The Youth Center's Every 15 Minutes applications are still open! This is a chance for students to volunteer and experience...

On Nov. 18, the Los Alamitos-Rossmoor library reopened. (Photo courtesy of Tim De Shazer)
Reopening of the Los Alamitos-Rossmoor Libary
Brooklynn De Shazer, Staff Writer • November 22, 2024

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. – On Monday, Nov. 18, the Los Alamitos-Rossmoor library finally reopened after a long period of remodeling. The library...

The Skilled Trades Fair encourages LAHS students to take on different career paths. (Photo courtesy of LAHS newsletter)
Los Alamitos High School’s Skilled Trades Fair
Aiden Floyd, Staff Writer • November 19, 2024

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. — The College and Career Center at Los Alamitos High School offered a chance for students to learn about trade jobs at...

Administrators visit the gym construction site to sign the last beam. (Photo courtesy of Joe Burke)
LAUSD staff and admin sign final beam for new gym
Lily Zimmerman and Isabella Adame Cordero • November 15, 2024

Special thanks to Los Alamitos High School’s advanced film class, Focus Studios. Reporter: Lily Zimmerman Camera operator: Joe Burke Video...

Opinion
Activities
The holiday season has many different places to get into the true Christmas spirit. (Photo courtesy of Sleeba Thomas, Unsplash)
Local destinations for the Christmas season
Liz Frank, Staff Writer • December 17, 2024

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. -- Winter break is right around the corner! Grab your...

Donate to a holiday toy drive to help those in need.
Help those in need for the holidays!
Seren Danks, Staff Writer • December 9, 2024
Dr. Pulver and recently retired board member Scott Fayette setting up the hot cocoa station for students.
Thanks-Living: Celebrating the thankful spirit at LAHS
Isabella Adame Cordero, Staff Writer • November 22, 2024
LAHS’ Women in Medicine club gives students the opportunity to learn about the medical field.
Women in Medicine: Learning, giving and growing
Leah Oh, Staff Writer • November 5, 2024
Trending Stories
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In Long Beach, Jax Bicycle Center sells a variety of e-bikes, which general manager Jeff Sisk says is the fastest-growing category in the store.

The issue with e-bikes

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The Halloween season is well known for its cozy atmosphere and festive activities.

10 classic movies to watch this fall

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A group photo of the visiting Japanese students and their LAHS hosts. From Dec. 2 to Dec. 5, students from Johoku High School in Shizuoka, Japan visited the LAHS campus, making new friends and gaining new cultural experiences.

Griffins say 'Kon'nichiwa!' to visiting Japanese students

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The transition to a digital era within academics raises the question of the true benefits and consequences of this movement.

Bye bye, paper, hello, digital AP exams!

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As the winter season kicks off, music enthusiasts worldwide have awaited the arrival of Spotify Wrapped.

Spotify Wrapped 2024: A look back on this year's music

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Photo taken at the Zach Bryan "Quittin' Time" tour, representing concert views.

Concert ticket price increases lead to trouble and frustration

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The addictive popular app that is growing on campus.

Block Blast is back

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In Long Beach, Jax Bicycle Center sells a variety of e-bikes, which general manager Jeff Sisk says is the fastest-growing category in the store.
The issue with e-bikes
Katie Arnoult, Managing Editor • November 15, 2024

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. -- On weekdays, teenagers in Orange County zip through traffic, sometimes weaving in between cars, on their way to...

Demure: the quintessentially feminine and endlessly popular movement dominating the world's social media feed.
Staying mindful of the ‘demure’ trend
Maleah Fennessey, Staff Writer • September 17, 2024
Flamin' Hot Cheetos are one of the targeted snack products that are affected by the new bill.
The days of Flamin’ Hot Cheetos, Takis, and Doritos could be numbered
Nandi Smith, Staff Writer • March 27, 2024
Students are able to watch on monitors outside of the simulator to dissect mistakes and learn from the simulations classmates undergo.
Los Al’s new ambulance simulator: Training students for the future
Sydney Forsyte, Section Editor • March 25, 2024
Features
Christmas music is one of the best parts of the holiday season so here are some of the best songs.
15 of the best Christmas songs to ease you into the holiday spirit
Giulietta Morad, Staff Writer • December 17, 2024

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. -- Christmas music is an integral part of the holiday season. With winter break around the corner, Christmas...

One of the psychology offices where students can enter if they need support.
Meet our amazing school psychologists!
Seren Danks, Staff Writer • December 16, 2024

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. -- Our psychologists do so much for the students at Los Alamitos High School. Meet Mrs. Belisle, Mrs....

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Academics
Freshman Shiloh Ruby showed the progress she has made on her project. Having finished the snake's log already, she described her process for making the texture of the snake's log. "I rolled this on a tree so it has real tree texture," Ruby said.
An hour in Ceramics 1
Lily Zimmerman and Ally Mendez • December 17, 2024

 

How to go about studying and reviewing for finals this Thursday and Friday.
A Griffin’s guide to studying for finals
Kaiya Velasquez, Staff Writer • December 16, 2024
"The Distance Between Us" is a memoir written by award-winning author Reyna Grande.
From Mexico to America: Exploring ‘The Distance Between Us’
Alyssa Mathews, Staff Writer • December 9, 2024
It can be hard for students to learn and focus on schoolwork if they constantly worry about coping with their emotions.
How grief affects academic performance
Giulietta Morad, Staff Writer • December 4, 2024
The transition to a digital era within academics raises the question of the true benefits and consequences of this movement.
Bye bye, paper, hello, digital AP exams!
Jasmine Lee, Audience Editor • November 21, 2024
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Arts
A colorful assortment of the students' handmade mugs for sale.
Ceramics + Jewelry = Holiday gifts galore
Maleah Fennessey, Staff Writer • December 17, 2024

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. -- Just in time for the festive gift-giving season, Los Alamitos High School’s annual ceramics...

The snowy surprise in the middle of Jazz I's final performance wowed the audience and added to the magical element of the show.
Wrapping up the semester with harmony at the Swingin’ Holiday jazz show
Jaya Eapen, Audience Editor • December 13, 2024
Come listen to LAHS orchestra in the "Nutcracker In A Nutshell" performance this week. (Photo courtesy of LAHS orchestra)
LAHS orchestra presents ‘Nutcracker In A Nutshell’
Brooklynn De Shazer, Staff Writer • December 12, 2024
Artwork hung in the gallery, featuring a variety of student submissions.
Winter Art Show promotes self-expression for students
Ally Mendez, Staff Writer • December 10, 2024
Meet the Staff
Sydney Forsyte
Sydney Forsyte
Editor I Executive Producer

Sydney Forsyte is a senior at Los Alamitos High School. This is her third year in journalism, and the summer before last, she participated in the New York Times Summer Institute....

Bella Kim
Bella Kim
Editor-in-Chief | Co-anchor

Bella Kim is a senior at Los Alamitos High School. This is her third year with the Griffin Gazette and second year as editor-in-chief. Bella has won two Best of SNO awards, for...

Athletics
The wrestling team welcomed three new assistant coaches this season.
New coaches join LAHS wrestling team
Lily Zimmerman, Staff Writer • December 12, 2024

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. – As the wrestling season moves forward, Los Alamitos High School wrestling has welcomed three new faces to the program. Coach...

Women lacrosse players celebrating a goal. (Photo courtesy of Jeffrey F. Lin, Unsplash)
PLL’s new Women’s Lacrosse League: A step forward for all female athletes
Sofia Gonzalez, Staff Writer • December 2, 2024
With the fourth game of the World Series happening tonight, here’s what to know while watching. (Photo courtesy of Giulietta Morad, Canva)
The World Series: Everything you need to know while watching
Giulietta Morad, Staff Writer • October 29, 2024
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