Kimberly Velasquez
How long have you been on the staff?
I’ve been on the staff for two years.
Favorite memory?
My favorite memory was when we went to the Denver convention my first year in journalism because we communicated and bonded more.
What will you miss?
Even though the editors were somewhat annoying and rude, they’ll be the ones I miss the most.
Advice?
Stay on top of things, don’t stress out and have fun.
Thoughts on Graduating?
I feel happy and sad at the same time. I’ll be happy because I’ll finally be able to go my own way. Sad, because I know I’m going to be leaving behind some really good friends.

Jacob Jimenez
How long have you been on the staff?
It feels like it’s been decades, but it’s only been two years.
Favorite memory?
In Colorado, while on the trolley to get some food, we stopped and my friend (Editor in Chief) Harry was holding the door for a lady. The driver got mad and kicked him off. He ran the rest of the way (2 blocks) to the Hard Rock café where we were eating at.
What will you miss?
My best friend Katie. She is senpai…JK Still miss you. I’m also going to miss messing around and having fun.
Advice?
Even though this class is an elective, there is still a lot of work to be done. You can still have fun if you get your stuff done. Work hard, play hard.
Thoughts on Graduating?
Kind of depressed because it’s like starting over when I just got comfortable. I’m happy and sad because I won’t have to wake up early.

Joseph Medina
How long have you been on the staff?
Two years
Favorite memory?
My favorite memory was making fun of Jacob’s haircut.
What will you miss?
Making fun of Jacob.
Advice?
Get your stories done as soon as you can or Zubiri will nag you.
Thoughts on Graduating?
It feels good to know I’m done with high school. I can finally start to focus on my career.

Andrew Selvo
How long have you been on the staff?
I joined in my junior year.
Favorite memory?
Late nights and socializing. I don’t have a specific instance, but I just remember the good times.
What will you miss?
I’m going to miss the people in journalism. The staff, Ms. Zubiri and the editors.
Advice?
Read a lot in your spare time because it’s the best way to improve your writing. A lot. A lot. A lot.
Thoughts on Graduating?
It’s kind of sad and anticlimactic. I’m happy summer’s coming, but I’m going to miss high school, the people and the experience.

Rene Torres
How long have you been on the staff?
One year.
Favorite memory?
Doing my review on “Batman vs. Superman”
What will you miss?
Drawing and sharing my opinion.
Advice?
Don’t stress about work.
Thoughts on Graduating?
Relief.

Yesenia Vargas
How long have you been on the staff?
One year.
Favorite memory?
The train rides to and from the convention this year and all our conversations at the hotel and restaurants.
What will you miss?
Writing stories and late nights.
Advice?
Don’t be afraid about what you want to write and have confidence in your writing because it’s nice having your writing in the paper.
Thoughts on Graduating?
I feel very emo. It’s so weird to think everything is coming to an end.

Raul Magallenas
How long have you been on the staff?
Three years.
Favorite memory?
Going to Denver and walking around the city.
What will you miss?
Cussing out Jacob and Joseph.
Advice?
Don’t get lazy or senioritis will eat you alive.
Thoughts on Graduating?
I feel so relieved.

Melissa Mateo
How long have you been on the staff?
One year.
Favorite memory?
Going to the journalism convention.
What will you miss?
I’m going to miss working with hard-working students to publish our thoughts and opinions. I’m also going to miss the process of watching my peers grow as writers.
Advice?
Appreciate and take advantage of the help Ms. Zubiri gives you.
Thoughts on Graduating?
I’m relieved and excited about my future.