MHS Cheer Holds Tryouts
Mollie Swan, Staff Writer
May 8, 2012
Cheer team tryouts concluded on Friday, May 4 after an intense week of dancing, chanting, and tumbling. Tryouts were held in the small gym from April 30-May 4 from 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. Twenty-four excited contestants, mostly incoming freshmen, tried out for the Spirit Cheer squad, which performs... (more...)
Miramonte Sports Teams’ GPAs Fly
Mollie Swan, Head Photographer
February 3, 2012
As the 13th best public school in California and 89th best public school in the nation, Miramonte prides itself on both athletic and academic success. In fact, a handful of Miramonte sports teams have earned North Coast Section Scholastic Champion Team Awards. This award is presented to the... (more...)
X-Country Maintains Victorious Streak
Mollie Swan, Photo Editor
November 4, 2011
A typical afternoon practice for Miramonte’s cross country team begins with a series of announcements followed by a “warm-up” mile, several drills; and a long distance run. Finally, the team endures a series of exercises intended to strengthen the core and body, all in hopes of late season... (more...)
Athlete of the Issue: Sarah Vaccaro
Mollie Swan, Photo Editor
November 4, 2011
Since her freshman year, senior setter Sarah Vaccaro has been a key player on Miramonte’s varsity volleyball team. Vaccaro’s determined attitude, relentless work ethic, and passion for the sport are what make her one of best athletes Miramonte volleyball has seen. Vaccaro started playing... (more...)
Driving on Bad Roads Drives Orindans Crazy
Mollie Swan, Photo Gurl
June 3, 2011
Nothing is worse than driving over a pothole while drinking and spilling all over yourself. Or driving over a pothole while trying to eat and biting your lip. Or, even worse, driving over a pothole while rocking out to your favorite Ke$ha song so the song skips. Most of us have experienced... (more...)
Small but Effective Ways To Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Mollie Swan
February 4, 2011
Due to excessive waste and pollution, our environment is suffering. As temporary residents here on planet Earth, it is our responsibility to take care of it. We all know the obvious ways to be eco-friendly, such as recycling paper and plastic and carpooling, but Miramonte’s Enviornmental... (more...)
LOL! Parents Join the Texting Revolution
Mollie Swan
February 4, 2011
Although they initially resisted, parents are being forced to adjust to today’s advanced ways of communication, most specifically texting. Many parents were against texting, but have grown to love it- maybe even a little too much. “I used to think texting was unnecessary and kids did way... (more...)
Mats Hoops Jump Into New Season
Mollie Swan
December 16, 2010
After losing seven seniors, the men’s basketball team is strategizing to overcome the challenges that this season will bring. With two of last year’s starters playing in college, this year’s team is young and more inexperienced. Overall, the team lacks height and will work to compensate... (more...)
Twins: Two is Always Better than One
Mollie Swan
October 1, 2010
Nick & Josh Laney Age: 15 Grade: Freshmen Birthday: July 24 Older Twin: Nick Time Between Births: 11 minutes Like being a twin? Yes Not only do Nick and Josh Laney look extremely similar, but they also share many of the same beliefs and interests. Unlike some twins, Nick and Josh enjoy... (more...)