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This year's Democratic National Convention took place in Chicago, Illinois, between Aug. 19-22.
Four days at the Democratic National Convention
Aiden Floyd, Staff Writer • September 6, 2024

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. -- This year's Democratic National Convention took place in Chicago, Illinois, between Aug. 19-22. Democrats have kept their...

“I enjoyed seeing all ages participate in a community event, and it was great to meet a variety of families,” said LAHS senior Joy Shenouda.
Record number of participants at 32nd annual Seal Beach Fishing Derby
Bella Kim, Editor-in-Chief • August 19, 2024

SEAL BEACH, Calif. -- On an overcast morning on the Seal Beach pier, young fishers cast their lines into the gray ocean, hoping for the largest...

Students were racing to the crowd as they attempted to catch a glimpse of Ryan Seacrest and other KIIS FM staff.
Ryan Seacrest stops by Los Alamitos High School
Reese Neiger and Kalea Davies • April 26, 2024

LOS ALAMITOS, CA — The music blasted in the quad as Los Alamitos High School students danced along during KIIS FM's visit with Ryan Seacrest!...

Electric car charging in Birmingham, UK City Centre. Courtesy of Unsplash
Electric vehicles are taking over the world
Olivia Cooks, Staff Writer • April 23, 2024

Tesla's Model 3 is one of their most popular vehicles and reaches a top speed of 125mph.

Opinion
Activities
“The more you get involved, the more opportunity you’re going to have to be able to make lasting memories and friendships," Ms. De Anda said. "If you don’t participate, you're going to miss all those opportunities."
Link Crew's first freshmen bonding event of the year: The game day tailgate
Jaya Eapen, Audience Editor • August 28, 2024

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. -- Freshmen, put on your camo, buy your football game...

Seniors arrived at the beach at 5:45 a.m. this morning for Senior Sunrise.
Class of 2025 welcomes senior year with the sunrise
Bella Kim, Editor-in-Chief • August 26, 2024
Senior girls wave from the back of their white Jeep parade vehicle, decorated with a custom graduation sign and balloons.
Along for the ride: Grads say goodbye with annual Senior Parade
Ella Suos and Katie Arnoult • June 4, 2024
A beautiful sunset crests the horizon after a day of relaxing at Seal Beach.
Top five activities to do during summer
Francesca McCall-Hokama, Staff Writer • May 30, 2024
Trending Stories
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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

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Students in AP Physics C were assigned to build their own paper airplanes in a tournament of paper airplane mini golf.

What are AP classes doing now?

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Seniors arrived at the beach at 5:45 a.m. this morning for Senior Sunrise.

Class of 2025 welcomes senior year with the sunrise

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On the Aug. 23 football game, the LAHS field became packed with Griffins and their families, leaving many audience members with mixed opinions about the new location of the home game.

Football games on home turf: An ideal location?

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“I enjoyed seeing all ages participate in a community event, and it was great to meet a variety of families,” said LAHS senior Joy Shenouda.

Record number of participants at 32nd annual Seal Beach Fishing Derby

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The girls flag football players watch their teammates play against their opponents during the second half of the game.

Girls flag football team reflects after fifth game of the season

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According to the Country Music Association, 51% of U.S. adults listen to country music.

Is country music taking over the music industry?

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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

LOS ALAMITOS, CA – When choosing a snack from the cafeteria or a vending machine, it’s hard to miss the signature red, yellow, and orange...

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
According to the Country Music Association, 51% of U.S. adults listen to country music.
Is country music taking over the music industry?
Olivia Cooks and Layla Martinez • March 5, 2024
At Disneyland Paris, people walk near Disneyland Castle in the early hours of the morning.
Disneyland proposes plans for expansion
Nandi Smith, Staff Writer • February 29, 2024
Features
Seniors at LAHS wear kids' backpacks with pride.
'Back' to the past: Seniors wearing little-kid backpacks
Leah Oh and Sofia Gonzalez • September 5, 2024

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. -- A student walks through the gates of Los Alamitos High School. They’re suddenly surrounded by a...

Trends influence everything from the way people talk to what music they like. Is rap just a trend that everyone is joining in on, or will it join pop in high schoolers' music hall of fame?
Is rap becoming the new pop?
Serena Barron and Liz Frank • September 3, 2024

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. – Imagine: You are scrolling through your pop hits playlist, and you hear Taylor Swift, Olivia Rodrigo...

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Academics
Throughout school, students and staff are well acquainted with LAHS's required English reading. These books differ from grade to grade and district to district.
LAHS's required books: How are they picked?
Brooklynn De Shazer and Kaiya Velasquez • September 4, 2024

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. – At Los Alamitos High School, students and staff are well acquainted with required reading in English classes. These...

“In my opinion, it is definitely worth taking a summer class because it provides the same information in six weeks as you would from a school-year course that takes much longer. Although summer school is a big commitment, it is a great opportunity to get a course done,” LAHS student Ellie Sutherland said.
Choosing schoolwork over sunny days at the beach?
Katie Arnoult, Managing Editor • August 22, 2024
Students in AP Physics C were assigned to build their own paper airplanes in a tournament of paper airplane mini golf.
What are AP classes doing now?
Jasmine Lee and Victoria Troncoso • June 3, 2024
The valedictorians gave brief speeches in the gym at Valedictorian Signing Day.
Los Al announces 11 valedictorians from the class of 2024
Bella Kim, Editor-in-Chief • May 30, 2024
"Dana Kim's achievement as the winner of the National Merit Scholarship undoubtedly brings a wave of positivity to Los Alamitos High School," Principal Kraus said.
Senior Dana Kim wins National Merit Scholarship
Jaya Eapen, Staff Writer • May 28, 2024
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Arts
Some of Mrs. Crutchfield's works; the wall mounted painting is made with drips of candle wax.
The future is the past: Griffin Gallery's newest art show
Maleah Fennessey, Staff Writer • September 3, 2024

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. -- Opening its doors again, Griffin Gallery welcomed students during Back To School Night,...

The boys' number in the dance program's recent show, "The Salon."
Los Al to introduce boys’ dance elective starting next year
Bella Kim, Editor-in-Chief • May 30, 2024
Los Al just had their last improv show featuring seniors and teachers facing off with each of their comedic skits. Everyone in the audience was laughing and didn't want the show to end. Four teachers against four students were able to make the evening entertaining for Los Al Griffins.
Los Al's last improv show of the year: Seniors vs. Teachers
Layla Martinez, Staff Writer • May 7, 2024
The signatures of the artistic students who created the chalk art around campus.
2023-2024 chalk art done by Mr. Long's Digital Art class
Victoria Troncoso, Staff Writer • April 19, 2024
Meet the Staff
Maleah Fennessey
Maleah Fennessey
Staff Writer

Maleah Fennessey is a senior at Los Alamitos High School. She discovered her passion for journalism in middle school and wants to pursue science journalism in the future. She is...

Liz Frank
Liz Frank
Staff Writer

Liz is a senior this year and is new to journalism. In her free time, she loves listening to rock music, playing guitar and going on walks. She is a part of the Music Studio class...

Athletics
The girls flag football players watch their teammates play against their opponents during the second half of the game.
Girls flag football team reflects after fifth game of the season
Giulietta Morad and Esme Justice • August 30, 2024

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. – On a warm Monday evening on Aug. 26, the Los Alamitos High School girls flag football team faced Newport Harbor in a...

On the Aug. 23 football game, the LAHS field became packed with Griffins and their families, leaving many audience members with mixed opinions about the new location of the home game.
Football games on home turf: An ideal location?
Katie Arnoult, Managing Editor • August 26, 2024
The middle schoolers pose with the older color guard members as they get ready for their first performance.
Los Al color guard and drumline's 2024 spring showcase
Jaya Eapen, Staff Writer • April 30, 2024
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