On Course oversight sparks unease among students
written by Aakash Hazari · March 17, 2009
Despite school policy, the February issue of the On Course newsletter printed many students’ GPAs, stirring much controversy amongst not only students, but also parents. “It was just an honest mistake,” Communications Coordinator Christine Kosmicki explained. While the publication was... [Read more]
Court ruling allows private schools to expel gays
written by Allison Murray · March 17, 2009
After years of progress towards equality for all, the gay rights community suffered a setback with the January California Supreme Court ruling (Jane Doe v. Cal. Lutheran H.S.) that gives private schools the license to discriminate against their students. After questions concerning the sexuality of two... [Read more]
Four-year varsity veteran Alitta Boyd shines with rare athletic ability
written by Chelsea Sundiang · March 17, 2009
Senior Alitta Boyd’s storied Moreau career was recognized on February 12th as a loud drum-roll echoed across the Student Center. Friends, family, and schoolmates of Boyd rooted for her signing to the University of Southern California with a full scholarship. “USC definitely got a joy in and... [Read more]
Boys’ volleyball on quest to continue dynasty
written by Chelsea Sundiang · March 17, 2009
The two-time NCS-winning boys’ volleyball team has big shoes to fill now that there is a new coach, only two returning players and an additional six new senior players. Leah Manalo, last year’s junior varsity coach and a Moreau alumnus, returns as the new head coach for varsity volleyball. “There’s... [Read more]
Nisnisan, Frost practice Kajukenbo, Kung Fu
written by Mary Hesterwerth · March 17, 2009
While most students go home and relax in front of the television for a few hours before starting their homework, senior Courtney Frost and junior Mark Nisnisan are busy perfecting their martial arts skills. Frost may be working on a complicated cobra movement while Nisnisan may be attempting to perfect... [Read more]
Thomas brings eager mind, heart to Columbia
written by Shruti Shrivastav · March 17, 2009
Legend has it that a statue at Columbia called the Alma Mater hides an owl. Whichever incoming freshman finds that owl becomes valedictorian. Senior Chris Thomas plans on searching that statue very thoroughly, once he gets there next fall. After signing a letter of intent to attend and play football,... [Read more]
Badminton program aims to earn respect for sport
written by Emilio Ronquillo · March 17, 2009
Whether it’s the small playing court, the dimintive rackets, or the daintily-named “birdie”, non-players find reasons to disregard the legitimacy of badminton. It has only been an Olympic sport since 1992, and while it is wildly popular throughout Asia, good luck finding a tab for... [Read more]
Watchmen film creates unease
written by Lawson Navarro · March 17, 2009
Remember a movie called V For Vendetta? A masked anarchist plans to blow up Parliament to bring down the corrupt, totalitarian government of Britain. In the film, the protagonist, V, embodies the revolutionary ideals he preaches and stresses the importance of government being run by, and for the people.... [Read more]
Employee of the month
written by Rachel Vegas · March 17, 2009
The phone rings inside 3rd Street Hydroponics, a quaint gardening warehouse in downtown Oakland. Hearing this, junior Amanda Lopes rushes towards the stairs in hope of answering the call, only to fall down the whole flight in front of the thirty or so customers in the shop. “It was so embarrassing!”... [Read more]
Student duo produces beats and sounds
written by Clifford Pham · March 17, 2009
The Sound Invaders are two creative and intuitive artists. These two juniors, Justin Totten and JC Dela Cuesta, are beat makers. “We both share a passion for old school, underground hip-hop, and jazz,” Totten said. “We both have our own separate styles, but together we create a sound... [Read more]
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