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College Applications Are Coming: Here’s How to Prepare

By Leah Maquindang Staff Writer As the Class of 2027 starts their final year of high school, it also means the start of college application season. So seniors, listen up! Between choosing schools, writing essays, requesting recommendations, and keeping track of deadlines, the process can quickly become overwhelming. However, knowing what to expect and planning ahead can make the process a lot easier. One of the most common tools students use to apply to college is the Comm

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A Legacy in Education

By Valeria Morales Staff Writer After years of leading our school, our principal is preparing to retire. Wendi Johnston has worked at SOAR for about eight years. Her retirement is significant because she has influenced how the school runs and feels, and her absence will be noticed in our community at SOAR. Mrs. Johnston started working at SOAR in late 2018. Mrs. Johnston held the position of principal while leading our school to become a 2024 National Blue Ribbon School. Sh

Carnival 2026: SOARCHELLA

By Leah Maquindang Staff Writer & Social Media Director As the school year comes to an end, the brand-new 2026 Carnival theme arrives! This year’s event, SOARCHELLA, is inspired by the lively atmosphere of the Coachella Music Festival, bringing music, food, performances, and fun outfits to our campus on May 22, 2026. With the school year ending and the seniors' last day of school, SOARCHELLA is set to be one of the most exciting events of the year! As usual, we will have ou

Journalism's Karina Willis heads to walt Disney World

By Angela Javaid Staff Writer Disney isn’t just where dreams come true, it’s where dreamers are made. And for SOAR freshman, Karina Willis it’s also the first step in what she hopes will be a career as an Imagineer now that she has been selected to attend their Disney Dreamers Academy later this spring. Every year, more than 10,000 students from across the country apply to attend the Disney Dreamers Academy at Walt Disney World. Of those, only 100 students will actually be