Society crumbles all around us

Jacqui Marzocca, Managing Editor
April 13, 2012

Have you ever looked around, really looked, at the people and actions that surround us every day? As the new generation takes over the population, people are proving that the golden rule can be found scarcely nowadays. “Treat others as you would wish to be treated” has been circulating... (more...)

Play preview of Arsenic and Old Lace

Jacqui Marzocca, Managing Editor
April 5, 2012

On April 13-14, the Corona del Sol Drama Department will be performing it’s last main stage show of the year. The show, Arsenic and Old Lace, is about man who is about to get married, but then discovers his two sweet aunts have convinced themselves it is perfectly acceptable to poison lonely... (more...)

Wrestling takes 6th in state tournament

Jacqui Marzocca, Managing Editor
February 29, 2012

After a season of hard work, extra practices and high expectations, the Corona varsity wrestling took sixth place at the state championships, Feb. 9-11. Nine wrestlers attended the state competition: freshman Matt Churchill, 113; sophomore Glenn Farina, 126; sophomore Zack Walton, 132; freshman... (more...)

New Health Program

Jacqui Marzocca, Managing Editor
January 23, 2012

Corona has partnered with ASU to gather data about the health of teenagers. This partnership has resulted in a new health curriculum. “What they’re doing is trying to identify what sorts of materials, subjects and methods that teens will gravitate toward,” P.E. and health teacher Scott... (more...)

Juggling January

Jacqui Marzocca, Managing Editor
January 9, 2012

January is the beginning of a new year with new goals and expectations, yet it has the same demanding needs as the year before. It is easy to become overwhelmed and get stressed out. For me, I need to make sure I take some time to just relax. I’m a “can do” person and constantly take... (more...)

Choir concert preview

Jacqui Marzocca, Managing Editor
December 7, 2011

Christmas is coming early to Corona with the upcoming choir concert. On Dec. 9 and 10, all five of Corona’s choir units will perform holiday songs in the James C. Love Auditorium. Some of the songs will include “Oh Santa,” “Jingle Bell Rock,” “This Christmas” and “Let It Snow.” “I’m... (more...)

Christmas is the time for family

Jacqui Marzocca, Managing Editor
December 2, 2011

Scrumptious food, family fun and presents are all part of the winter season. Many families celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa or other holidays in the months around December. This is usually a time to enjoy the art of giving and receiving. Though, this begs the question, what is more important,... (more...)

Soda sales will be prohibited during lunch

Jacqui Marzocca, Managing Editor
December 1, 2011

Rumor has spread about Corona’s new policy to close down the vending machines at lunch.  Unfortunately for many students who enjoy a carbonated drink at lunch, this rumor is true. The reason for this is because of Corona’s new participation in the National School Lunch Program. “The... (more...)

Allen taking a time out from hockey

Jacqui Marzocca, Managing Editor
December 1, 2011

Junior Charlie Allen has spent the last two years playing in the highest level of hockey and was recruited to Nebraska to play as part of the NAPHL (North American Prospect Hockey League) for the Omaha Lancers. “I was playing on Team Arizona at the U16AAA level; now I’m on a U18 AAA team,”... (more...)

Dance ’til You’re Dead review

Jacqui Marzocca, Managing Editor
November 29, 2011

Corona’s newest dance show, “Dance ’til You’re Dead” was undoubtedly a success, aside from a few minor issues. Unfortunately, I was only able to attend the Friday night show, which had a few technical difficulties. The show was not able to start until roughly 8:30 p.m on Friday... (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... (more...)

Footloose review

Jacqui Marzocca, Managing Editor
October 19, 2011

Regardless of whether you have seen the original Footloose, I cannot encourage you enough to go see the remake. Julianne Hough and Kenny Wormald shine as the leads and bring not only a modern take to the movie, but a whole different way of thinking about it. The original Footloose is fun, upbeat... (more...)

Corona parking lot provide challenge for students

Jacqui Marzocca, Managing Editor
September 29, 2011

Driving to and from school is a daily activity that many Corona students are active in. The dangers in the school parking lots are growing with every trip through the lot. There are various tricks and tips to maintain a safe environment for you and your car. Tips for Being Safe Keeping safe... (more...)

Introducing Corona’s newest teachers

Jacqui Marzocca, Managing Editor
September 12, 2011

Kiel Warren English Q – Where did you teach at before coming to Corona del Sol? A – McClintock High School Q – How many years have you been teaching? A – Two years Q – What do you like best about Corona so far? A – The kids are great – really fun. The first week has gone by really... (more...)

Annual STAND Fashion Show approaches

Jacqui Marzocca
March 9, 2011

STAND Club will be hosting the 2011 STAND Fashion Show on March 11 with the hopes of raising $2,000. “We are raising money for Jewish World Watch (JWW) and the Dillon Henry Youth Center, which provides children a safe place in the Oure Cassoni refugee camp,” STAND Club sponsor and CdS English... (more...)

Artsy Aztecs read to Aztykes

Jacqui Marzocca
March 4, 2011

The Corona del Sol Aztykes and Honors Art students combined efforts recently for a storybook project. “The purpose of the activity is to give the Honors Art students some real world experience with making a final product for a client.  The students had to interview their client (the Aztyke)... (more...)

Lisa Adams selected to iCivics professionals

Jacqui Marzocca
February 17, 2011

The iCivics Teachers Council has selected CdS government teacher Lisa Adams to its team of professionals. “iCivics (formerly Our Courts) is a web-based education project designed to teach students civics and inspire them to be active participants in our democracy. iCivics is the vision of... (more...)

Sweetheart dance: change the date

Jacqui Marzocca
February 11, 2011

Due to the success of the boys’ varsity basketball team, the Sweetheart Dance has been changed to Friday, Feb. 25. The basketball team is doing great so far and is expected to make it to the playoffs.  Unfortunately for many Corona students, a game is scheduled for the night of the Sweetheart... (more...)

Be aware of Awareness Day

Jacqui Marzocca
January 18, 2011

Awareness Day is a place to meet and talk about many issues plaguing teens across the country.  “Awareness day is a time for students to interact with other students and discuss human issues.  We discuss issues that are pertinent to teen lives, such as cliques, gossip, levels of prejudice,... (more...)