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A digital illustration depicts money burning while a teacher watches in agony. Inflation has caused many teachers to feel like their paychecks are affording less and less. (Artwork credit: Julien Rivera)

More Inflation, More Desperation: Norton Teachers Struggle to Balance Costs of Housing, Food, Family

Heidy Moreno Román, Managing Editor December 19, 2024

Despite national increases in teacher pay, inflation (or a general increase in prices that reduces the amount one can afford) has actually decreased teachers’ purchasing power by 5.3% over the past 10...

Norton boys soccer team pose for a celebratory group photo after win against United Christian Academy on Thursday, Dec. 12 at the Norton field. (Photo credit: Ellis Evans)

Photo Gallery: Norton Boys Soccer Team Continues Undefeated, Beats United Christian

Ellis Evans, Sports Editor December 16, 2024

On Thursday, Nov. 12 at Norton’s soccer field, the boys soccer team beat United Christian with a 5-0 win. Senior Jason Rodriguez (‘25) scored three goals during the match, the most out of any player....

Senior students, staff, and families gather for a group photo at the senior feast on Wednesday, Nov. 20. (Photo credit: Nicole Jaramillo)

Photo Gallery: Senior Feast 2024

Nicole Jaramillo, Editor-in-chief December 13, 2024

The Senior Leadership Committee organized a heartfelt event for the families of seniors, aimed at expressing gratitude for their unwavering support. This special gathering took place on Wednesday, Nov....

Junior Victor Morfin ('26) sprints to aim for a goal against California Lutheran on Friday, Dec. 6. (Photo credit: Violeta Hernandez)

Photo Gallery: Norton Boys Soccer Racks up Another Victory, Beats California Lutheran

Matthew Perez, Photography Editor December 10, 2024

On Friday, Dec. 6 at Norton's soccer field, the boys soccer team beat California Lutheran with a 5-1 win. Senior Jacob Zepeda (‘25) scored three goals during the match, the highest out of any player....

Senior Edmond Ramirez ('25) balances an Oreo on his head for one of the games at Senior Movie Night. (Photo credit: Jose Iniguez Vera)

Photo Gallery: Senior Movie Night 2024

Nicole Jaramillo, Editor-in-chief December 5, 2024

From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Nov. 8, 2024, the senior class of Norton came together for an unforgettable night at Harkins Theater to watch the new Marvel movie, “Venom: The Last Dance.” This event was...

Joseph Stephens, frontman of Peel Dream Magazine, plays guitar and sings while he performs at The Constellation Room in Santa Ana, California on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. (Photo credit: Ellis Evans)

Photo Gallery: Peel Dream Magazine Tour for New Album “Rose Main Reading Room”

Ellis Evans, Staff Writer December 4, 2024

On Sunday, Nov. 24 alternative/indie rock band Peel Dream Magazine headlined The Constellation Room in Santa Ana, California to support their latest album “Rose Main Reading Room.” Opening the concert...

Sophomore Angel Alvarez ('27) (front left) and senior Edward Munoz ('25) (front right) look to intercept Entrepreneur's head-butt. (Photo credit: Ellis Evans)

Setting the Standard: Boys Soccer Team Wins Twice in a Row

Christopher Galarza, Staff Writer December 3, 2024

Norton’s boys’ soccer team aims to rack up as many wins this season as possible in hopes of setting a historic win-streak unique for any Norton sports team. The team’s first two games show promise...

Young voter Kyle Morganelli drinks a shake from In-n-Out while talking politics. (Photo credit: Jude Lopez)

Young Voters’ Disenchantment: How 2024 Reflected Young Peoples’ Frustration With Both Political Parties

Jude Lopez, Culture Editor November 22, 2024

“God fucking damn it!” Kyle Morganelli, my long-time friend and first-time voter, said to me over the phone at 3 a.m. on election night minutes after the final results were announced. To many young...

Freshman Esme Gorostieta enjoying popcorn at Fall Festival. (Photo credit: Ellis Evans)

Photo Gallery: Fall Festival 2024

Ellis Evans, Sports Editor November 20, 2024

On Friday, Nov. 4 Norton hosted its annual Fall Festival, a yearly event to show off student performances and fundraise at various booths offering food, games, and merchandise.

Norton security staff shows their calavera makeup on Dia de los Muertos. (Photo credit: Aaliyah Boddie)

Photo Gallery: Día de los Muertos 2024

Jose Iniguez Vera, News Editor November 20, 2024

On Friday, Nov. 1, 2o24 Norton staff and students observed Dia de los Muertos with ofrendas, calavera makeup, and class presentations.    

Math teacher Colette Bowles and her sophomore students showing off their red shirts for Red Ribbon Week. From left to right: Colette Bowles (furthest left), Delila Cabrera ('27) (middle left), Alyssa Torres ('27) (middle right), and Malayah Leonard ('27) (furthest right). (Photo credit: Ellis Evans)

Photo Gallery: Red Ribbon Week (Oct. 25-31, 2024)

Heidy Moreno Román, Managing Editor November 20, 2024

Norton honored Red Ribbon Week from Oct. 25-31, 2024 to demonstrate commitment to a drug-free future. Students wore red shirts on Monday, Oct. 25, red socks on Wednesday, Oct. 27, and signed their name...

Norton's girls' soccer team poses for a team photo in the gym. (Photo credit: Ellis Evans)

Building Athletes, Building Community: Girls Soccer Team Prepares For the 2024 Season

Ellis Evans, Sports Editor November 19, 2024

Girls’ soccer coaches Jose Hernandez and Kendrah Wagenhoffer aim to build a stronger team and community amongst the girls soccer team this season by challenging their student athletes and fostering...

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