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Mead High School’s Student News

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Mead High School’s Student News

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Ana Carrillo

Ana Carrillo, Editor

Ana Carrillo is a Senior. She enjoys hanging out with friends, outdoor activities and random adventures. She is on the tennis team this year. She is looking forward to communicating current events occurring in and outside of school.

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Sea animals should not be in small tanks for the entertainment of humans.

Aquariums limit sea animals’ habitats (Opinion)

Ana Carrillo, Editor
May 23, 2023
Hannah Kearns (‘23) plans to continue her education in Spain.

Where are they going?: Hannah Kearns

Ana Carrillo, Editor
May 3, 2023
Most individuals have ideas in their mind, vision boards of things they believe will bring them happiness, but this is unrealistic and fake.

Happiness is an unattainable concept (Opinion)

Ana Carrillo, Editor
March 15, 2023
Hogan has enjoyed the unique experience of being a foreign exchange student.

Meet Linda Hogan from Germany

Ana Carrillo, Editor
March 6, 2023
Though the lethal amount of caffeine is high at about 10 grams (according to Healthline), we need to be more cautious and aware.

Caffeine is an addictive drug and should be treated as such (Opinion)

Ana Carrillo, Editor
March 3, 2023
Students plays their instruments at "Jazz & Dine" in September.

MHS welcomes back “Jazz & Dine” on March 3

Ana Carrillo, Editor
February 28, 2023
Estudillo loves listening to reggaeton music, especially classic reggaeton artists.

Meet Carla Estudillo Fuentes from Spain

Ana Carrillo, Editor
February 28, 2023
Vilhelmsson enjoyed trying IKEA’s interpretation of Swedish meatballs.

Meet Sofia Vilhelmsson from Sweden

Ana Carrillo, Editor
February 24, 2023
Hugo is excited to graduate and move into adulthood.

Where are they going?: Hugo De La Torre

Ana Carrillo, Editor
February 10, 2023
LatinX will be additionally meeting every first Thursday of the month.

LatinX starts new presenter series for Latin community at Mead

Ana Carrillo, Editor
December 23, 2022
“The greatness of a nation and it’s morals progress can be judged by the way it’s animals are treated." — Mahatma Gandhi

Animal testing should be banned (Opinion)

Ana Carrillo, Editor
December 22, 2022
Vada and Mia in a bathroom stall during the shooting.

The Fallout is an engaging film highlighting complex emotions

Ana Carrillo, Editor
December 13, 2022
“[This is a] great opportunity for students to get an extra two and a half hours in a different setting, working individually with the teacher," said Principal Dr. Brian Young.

Make-up work sessions scheduled for Dec. 7 late start

Ana Carrillo, Editor
December 6, 2022
At the beginning of the year, Principal Brian Young stated that he hoped he wouldn't have to implement a tardy policy once again.

Once again, tardies will result in after-school detention

Ana Carrillo, Editor
November 4, 2022
When it comes to seatbelts there’s no reason to take a risk.

Wearing a seatbelt may save your life

Ana Carrillo, Editor
November 3, 2022
Mead Soccer JV and Varsity team went to a Rapids Game for a bonding trip.

Mead soccer off to a strong start this season

Ana Carrillo, Editor
October 18, 2022
Ms. Sandoval’s AP Psychology students work in class.

Success in an AP class starts with preparation

Ana Carrillo, Editor
September 13, 2022
Freshman enter the hallways of Mead High School on the first day of the 2022-2023 school year.

Updated bell schedule generates changes to Mav20 and lunches

Ana Carrillo, Editor
August 18, 2022
Syvannah Miller (‘22) looks forward to studying criminal justice, and she hopes one day to be in the FBI.

Where are they going?: Syvannah Miller

Ana Carrillo, Editor
May 27, 2022
Hlavacek looks forward to attending CSU in Fort Collins.

Where are they going?: Scarlett Hlavacek

Ana Carrillo, Editor
May 27, 2022
Melanie Vazquez looks forward to being an ASL interpreter.

Where are they going?: Melanie Vazquez

Ana Carrillo, Editor
May 27, 2022
Katie Couch (‘22) graduates with a bright future after four years at Mead.

Where are they going?: Katie Couch

Ana Carrillo, Editor
May 20, 2022
We wish Rathan Dujardin (‘22) lots of success as he starts his major in psychology.

Where are they going?: Rathan Dujardin

Ana Carrillo, Editor
May 20, 2022
Breakfast does not have to be a full course meal; just some protein in your body would be enough to properly get your day started.

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day

Ana Carrillo, Editor
May 15, 2022
This book will leave you stunned and gasping for air. The storyline is rather tragic, but it is a great fictional thrill.

The Obsession is a thrilling YA page turner

Ana Carrillo, Editor
May 15, 2022
Lucky (poem)

Lucky (poem)

Ana Carrillo, Editor
May 15, 2022
Sunset

In Memory of You (poem)

Ana Carrillo, Editor
May 11, 2022
Ms. Keel will be missed by many students. Her contributions SVVSD and MHS are deeply appreciated.

Assistant Principal Ms. Keel is moving on from Mead High, leaving legacy many students cherish

Ana Carrillo, Editor
May 11, 2022
These trees are not only a wonderful sight, but they are also necessary to sustain life and evolution to future generations

Trees are crucial to our lives, and we must keep them safe (Opinion)

Ana Carrillo, Editor
April 28, 2022
Femicide rates are scarily high worldwide

Femicide rates are scarily high worldwide

Ana Carrillo, Editor
April 3, 2022
Dream catchers are traditionally made by mothers to protect their children from bad energy and provide them with peace and happiness.

Dream catchers and their characteristics carry symbolic meanings

Ana Carrillo, Editor
March 10, 2022
2021 marks the second year in the current COVID-19 pandemic.

The last ten pandemics in history each changed our world

Ana Carrillo, Editor
March 4, 2022
Rap is more than just explicit lyrics (Opinion)

Rap is more than just explicit lyrics (Opinion)

Ana Carrillo, Editor
February 26, 2022
Sea turtles, seals, and other marine mammals often die after consuming or becoming entangled in plastic.

Avoiding ocean pollution is crucial to caring for marine and human life

Ana Carrillo, Editor
January 25, 2022
The process of food production and waste generate a large amount of greenhouse gas emissions that warm the atmosphere.

We are rapidly depleting the Earth’s natural resources

Ana Carrillo, Editor
December 12, 2021
School teaches lessons that can be used for many years following graduation.

High school isn’t just academics: it helps build the whole person (Opinion)

Ana Carrillo, Editor
November 4, 2021
In gymnastics, females are required to wear leotards, while males in this sport wear clothes that cover more of their bodies. This dress code promotes women not to wear what makes them feel most comfortable.

Over sexualization of females is present in sport uniforms (Opinion)

Ana Carrillo, Editor
October 21, 2021
An in-depth look into what our world would look like without essential help from bees.

Everyone should do their part to help save the bee population (Opinion)

Ana Carrillo, Editor
October 13, 2021
Students shared photos in several private conversations stating their cars had been keyed at this event

What was thought to be an act of vandalism by students during rival volleyball game turns out to be unclear

Ethan Graham and Ana Carrillo
September 20, 2021
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