The Nexus

Band, Color Guard places in Tournament of Bands

Isabela Rueckert, Staff Writer • November 1, 2024

As Westview Gold stepped onto Mt. Carmel High School’s field, facing an excited audience, the performers took a deep breath as David Jang (11) lifted his baton, signaling the band to begin their field show of “En Memoria de Carmen,” Oct. 26. Mt. Carmel's 47th annual Tournament of Bands is...

Walking promotes thoughtfulness

Leanne Fan, Opinions Editor • November 1, 2024

I used to dread the short 15-minute walk back home from Mesa Verde. It felt exhausting and drained me after an already tiring day in school. To me, walking in general was boring, mentally unstimulating, and a massive waste of time. Why, after all, had we spent so many years inventing cool...

Banning legacy admissions promotes an equitable and merit-based system

November 1, 2024

Starting with this year’s high school senior class, California will join four other U.S. states in banning legacy admissions for college. This...

Decreasing trick or treaters

November 1, 2024

The holiday season is upon us: the leaves have transitioned from their summery yellow and green to warm autumnal orange and red, festive lights...

Watching the Padres brings me joy

November 1, 2024

After the San Diego Chargers became the Los Angeles Chargers in 2016, the professional sports community in our city hasn’t been the same. With...