Schools Debate Teacher Tenure and Quality
Evelyn Alper, Staff Writer
April 25, 2011
Tenure was originally created to protect teachers’ rights and give teachers extra job security. However, this has resulted in a decrease in a teacher’s incentive to teach well and an increase in poor teaching quality. The tenure system should be eliminated, starting right here at Miramonte. Tenure... (more...)
Girls’ Lax Aims High
Evelyn Alper, G. Latimer
March 11, 2011
Women’s lacrosse is hopeful for their upcoming season and aiming to win league this year. “We are really going to miss Erin Walsh, but a lot of girls have been stepping up this year,” said captain Alex Seclow ‘11. Other captains this year are Maddie Zimmerman ‘11, Caroline Cook ‘11... (more...)
Men’s Basketball Remains Optimistic
Evelyn Alper
February 4, 2011
After a hopeful pre-season, the men’s basketball team is 4-4 in league and anticipates making not only playoffs but also the championship game. Captains Conner Volpe ‘11, Anthony Piganelli ‘11, and Brian Henson ‘11 are helping this young team overcome the many challenges of losing seven... (more...)
Women’s Soccer Kicks Into Gear
Evelyn Alper
December 16, 2010
The girl’s soccer team has high hopes for the season in spite of having a very young team. After losing five seniors, women’s soccer gained eight freshmen, at least four of whom will be starting. Mali Tehaney ‘14, the new goalie, will have big shoes to fill as she takes the place of Shelby... (more...)
Senior v. Sophomore PowderPuff
Evelyn Alper
December 6, 2010
Miramonte Moms Packin’ the Goods
Evelyn Alper
October 1, 2010
When the lunch bell rings, most people pull out a brown paper bag containing a soggy sandwich, or they pull out money to buy something from the cafeteria or vending machine. Others, either neglected by their moms or too time constrained to make their own lunches, don’t have a lunch at all.... (more...)
Pull a Perfect Prank
Evelyn Alper
May 28, 2010
The senior prank is a time honored tradition and an opportunity impossible to pass up. It’s hard to find the right prank that leaves your mark yet doesn’t harm school property. This is why Mirador has compiled a list of possible senior pranks for your convenience. Any variations of these... (more...)
Baseball Runs For NCS Win
Evelyn Alper
April 23, 2010
With a 14-1-0 record, the Mats baseball team continues their flawless season with high hopes of repeating as NCS champions. Coach Vince Dell’Aquila and captains Justin Sawrey-Kubicek ‘10, Michael Mann ‘10, and Kevin Paulsen ‘10 provide a strong support system for the team. “We have... (more...)
Random Person of the Issue: Sonia Abraham
Evelyn Alper
March 12, 2010
Every issue, Mirador selects an individual to feature based on their sport, talent, or miscellaneous hobby. This issue, however, Mirador selected a student blindly from the yearbook. Mirador will dive into the life of junior Sonia Abraham and discover everything from her fears to her favorites. Abraham,... (more...)
Advanced Drama Classes Hit the Stage
Evelyn Alper
December 17, 2009
On Nov. 18-20 Miramonte’s advanced drama classes performed A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Directed by Michael Barr with help from student director, Kristin Hilty, Miramonte took a more traditional approach towards this Shakespearean play. “It was fun working with a new director and getting... (more...)