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Love in the Quad
Love in the Quad
Story by William Liu and Rena Wang • February 14, 2025

Have you ever walked down the street and there's this one couple all lovey-dovey? But when you see their face, the woman looks pretty young,...

West Covina students show off their signs to cars driving by West Covina City Hall. Several students had Mexican flags and signs that expressed love and support specifically for Mexican immigrants who have been spoken about by President Trump.
Youth Demand Change: Walkout for Justice
February 12, 2025
The major rules on campus are the dress code, food policy, phone policy, and the free period policy. The West Covina Student Handbook tells you everything that you have to look out for, or you might be in some serious trouble.
Campus Rules! For the Better or the Worse?
February 12, 2025
Patients with dementia believe they have to right to their own death if their sickness gets too dire.
Right to Die: Exploring Choices for Dementia Patients
February 11, 2025
News
Love in the Quad

Story by William Liu and Rena Wang | February 14, 2025

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Girl Scouts are selling cookies on campus! Cookie season is here, so be sure to support the Girl Scouts and buy cookies from them. This year is also the last year that S'mores and Toast-Yay cookies will sell.

Girl Scouts kick off another sweet cookie season • 167 Views

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West Covina students show off their signs to cars driving by West Covina City Hall. Several students had Mexican flags and signs that expressed love and support specifically for Mexican immigrants who have been spoken about by President Trump.

Youth Demand Change: Walkout for Justice • 112 Views

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Timmy tosses out hot dogs to lucky Timberwolves during the House Competition.

Who Won Cupid's Heart at the February House Competition? • 86 Views

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Seniors Angelo Karsouny and Dominik Maldonado sporting their "Make America Great Again" hats.

To Share or Not to Share? • 83 Views

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Taking care of your mental health is very important, no matter who you are. FInd out more about mental health on this week's Chronicle.

Jeff Baena: Highlighting the Struggle of Men's Mental Health • 70 Views

Features
Spirit Squad at House Comp. Cindy Monjaraz (9) performs with MECA’s spirit squad at the winter house competition. Monjaraz is active in many things at school, one of which is being in the spirit squad.
Freshman Friday: Cindy Monjaraz
Story by Raeka Wang and Isabel Fulmer • February 14, 2025

Cindy Monjaraz is a friendly and lighthearted freshman at Mt. SAC Early College Academy (MECA). She first heard about the school in 2019 from...

Charlotte and her friends, Miguel Orozco, Albert Martinez, Krista Pena and Marvin Lopez joke around on the table under the trees. Miguel and Charlotte wear red to participate in the Red Ribbon Spirit Week. Emmelynn Manuel says, “A lot of people are always around her, I see, like want to be her friends and stuff.”
Freshman Friday – Charlotte Candell
January 10, 2025
Senior Ariana Parra twirling her dress for the "Como Quieres Que te Quiera" dance as she was rehearsing for her big showcase. Photo provided by Ana Parra
From Suits to Folklorico Dresses | Senior Sendoff – Ariana Parra
December 9, 2024
Hailey Huizar
Freshman Friday- Hailey Huizar
December 4, 2024
A&E
Fans are at a loss, pulled by their expectations of Disney versus what it's become. (Illustration by Savannah Banuelos)
Is the magic fading?
Story by Sarah Ulloa and Iliana Maldonado • February 5, 2025

While many can remember Disney’s iconic characters from Disney princesses to Mickey Mouse, many are left wondering whether the magical spark of creativity Disney once had has...

Missing summer? Us too.
January Cartoon
February 3, 2025
A large "Sonic the Hedgehog 3" poster displayed on the exterior of a local movie theatre.
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is Radical (Highway) | SPOILERS AHEAD
January 31, 2025
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Books of The Month: December
January 6, 2025
Sports
Senior Dominik Maldonado makes a jaw dropping block against freshman Natalia Jarquin, surprising viewers who were watching.
A Block to Remember
Story by Sarah Ulloa and Iliana Maldonado • February 13, 2025

Senior Dominik Maldonado made a devastating block for Coronado’s basketball team against Natalia Jarquin, a freshman, continuing to play to...

Op-Ed
Taking care of your mental health is very important, no matter who you are. FInd out more about mental health on this week's Chronicle.
Jeff Baena: Highlighting the Struggle of Men’s Mental Health
Story by Derek Mendoza and Noah Villa • February 11, 2025

**Trigger Warning: This article covers sensitive topics such as self-harm and mental health; Viewer discretion is advised.   On January...

Photo created by Gianna Gonzalez through Canva.
OPINION – What Happened to Disney?
October 21, 2024
Growing up, I watched shows like Barney, He-Man, and Victorious and rewatched movies like The Parent Trap and Spy Kids. Even with these classic shows and movies, there have been subtle moments of sexualization of the female characters, whether it was through their clothing or particular lines.
OPINION – Not For The Male Gaze
October 7, 2024
The plus-size fashion industry has grown every year, but why don't more stores cater to plus-size women?
OPINION – Shopping? More Like Flopping
September 25, 2024
Multimedia
MECA students getting down low to the "Cha Cha Slide!"
Dancing through Winter Formal
Story by Autumn Pagan, Associate Editor in Chief • January 10, 2025

Senior Adela Angulo scaring innocent students, staff, and family throughout Fall Fest.
A spooktacular night!
November 22, 2024
Timmy the Timberwolf. Timmy, our beloved mascot, having fun with MECA students at the fall festival. Timmy is the symbol of our school, he has been with us from the start, we see him every year at festivals and competitions.
The Search for Timmy
October 28, 2024
Victory here I come! The players for Hearts and Diamonds charge with confidence as the game starts intimidating the opposite team, which is Spades and Clubs.
Flag Football Gallery
October 7, 2024
Meet the Staff
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Samantha Ordanes is a senior at Mt. SAC Early College Academy. This is her fourth year as a staff member of The Academy Chronicle. She has been the Editor-in-Chief...

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