A Journalist’s Journey

ANGELA YANG
Staff Writer

Working for newspaper and yearbook is characterized by many attributes: stress-inducing, quick-paced, and ultimately,
rewarding. Though many think of it as meeting deadlines, working for yearbook and newspaper is much more than that.

Although being a new member in any activity can sometimes be challenging, newspaper and yearbook staff members found their footing in their respective activities.

“It was really confusing at first and a bit intimidating because there are obviously people who have been here and done it before, but after the first deadline, it was easier to write copy and to interview people,” yearbook photographer Cecilia Covarrubias said.

Newspaper and yearbook offer insight for not only readers, but for the writers as well. Both staffs are held to high standards of journalistic integrity and are taught how significant their role is in informing the student body and also voicing their opinions.

“Newspaper has made me realize the importance of writing and the value it holds for a student’s personal expression,”
newspaper staff writer Derek Wu said.

The publications also help students in regards to confidence and meeting new people.

“I like yearbook because it’s an opportunity to meet new people and make new friends. It’s really fun working with
them,” yearbook photographer Ivan Tung said.

Ultimately, newspaper and yearbook teach life skills. The staffs not only learn how to cooperate and work with one another, but they also ultimately learn how to be a family.

“Joining the staff has definitely taught me one important thing: patience, whether it be constantly editing my piece or dealing with Kevin and Nate’s remarks on how much I look like a 5-year-old,” newspaper staff writer Jade Lieu said.