Brothers from Syria transition into life at Corona
Stephanie Dayton, Opinions Editor
October 27, 2011
All the way from Damascus, Syria, two brothers have joined Corona, brothers Bilal and Hamzah Khatib. They’ve been here for two months because of the envrionment and war in their hometown. Damascus is one of four districts in Syria; it is the oldest continuously inhabited city in the world. Starting... Read more »
Prevent gray hair with these stress tips…
Devika Sharan, Online Content Editor
October 27, 2011
Many teenagers have stress in their life, whether it’s from parents, school or friends. But instead of keeping it all locked inside, there are ways of letting it out in a healthy and productive way. “There are two factors that cause stress: bio-chemical imbalances such as mental/emotional health,... Read more »
Students trick-or-treat for UNICEF
Devika Sharan, Online Content Editor
October 27, 2011
This Halloween, Corona students are participating in the Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF (United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund) program through the CdS Key Club. According to www.unicefusa.org, “In 1950, children across America were inspired to collect coins for UNICEF to aid children... Read more »
EVIT program
Taylor Beese, Staff writer
October 27, 2011
During your high school years, you may be wondering what other educational opportunities there may be to get ahead in your career path. One of the many programs that Corona suggests is EVIT (East Valley Institute of Technology), an off-campus school that offers courses and dual enrollment programs to... Read more »
Half days limited due to increase in credit requirements
Colin McCormick, Staff writer
October 27, 2011
For almost all students at Corona the sound of the bell at the end of the day is music to their ears, but for some students the heavenly rhythmic sounds of the end bell comes at a sooner time. Students like senior Aidee Campuzano, who have a “half day”, leave after fourth hour. Going into her senior... Read more »
Procrastination during school
Jacqui Marzocca, Managing Editor
October 27, 2011
The definition of the word procrastination is to put off or defer until a later time. At one time or another in all of our lives, we have committed this small injustice and had to suffer the consequences. Why do we procrastinate? Many times the reasons lie solely in the lack of motivation for a... Read more »
Students coach for youth teams
Liz Cheney, Staff writer
October 27, 2011
Many Corona students have a job, but it’s a rare occasion to find students who coach a team outside of school. However, seniors Gabe Encinas and Michelle McKay are two students who do just that. “The program is run under the City of Tempe and I coach for Fees Preparatory Middle School,” said Encinas,... Read more »
Barnes receives Discus Award
Josh Ambre, Copy Editor
October 27, 2011
Talent is a gift that is difficult to come by. Though it comes in a variety of forms, a multitude of degrees and to a wealth of different people, even rarer still is the possession of a talent that is not only unique but profitable as well. But for Corona del Sol senior Brandi Barnes, her talent in cheerleading... Read more »
Avery Moss
Audrey Wheeless, Sports Editor
October 27, 2011
Talented athletes around this time of year are starting to make big decisions about where they will play college ball. Most, however, are not choosing which sport they’ll be playing. Senior basketball and football player Avery Moss is being recruited for both of his sports. Moss has played basketball... Read more »
Freshman girl tackles challenge football field
Audrey Wheeless, Sports Editor
October 27, 2011
High school is often the first time for students to play sports competitively, especially for freshman. This is no different for freshman Haley Langille. Langille is the only girl on the freshman football team. She plays wide receiver and kicker and it is her first year playing competitive football. “I... Read more »
