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Academically Inclined, Journalistically Refined

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Abigail Trujillo

Abigail Trujillo, Writer

Abigail Trujillo is a freshman at Mt. SAC Early College Academy. This is her first year as a staff member for The Academy Chronicle. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, listening to music, reading, and shopping. She strongly values her family, friends, and kindness, and she eventually hopes to become a marine biologist.

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Lets take a look at Kaeani Ortiz!

Freshman Friday | Kaeani Ortiz

Story by Abigail Trujillo, Writer
May 8, 2026

Kaeani Ortiz is a freshman at Mt. SAC Early College Academy (MECA), coming from Hollencrest Middle School in West Covina. She came to MECA at her parents' request since they live close to the school. Ortiz...

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Bell has worked at MECA since its second year of existence, while Macias Lee started working at MECA two years ago.

MECA Staff of the Year

Story by Abigail Trujillo, Writer
April 24, 2026

Courtney Bell, journalism and English teacher, and Amelia Macias Lee, office secretary, were chosen as the MECA employees of the 2026 year. Bell was the teacher chosen this year to win the Certified...

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Emma Tavera was announced as the Sophomore Vice President for the 2026-2027 school year.

Emma Tavera was announced as the Sophomore Vice President for the 2026-2027 school year.

Daniel Martinez was announced as the Sophomore President for the 2026-2027 school year.

Daniel Martinez was announced as the Sophomore President for the 2026-2027 school year.

Nicholas De Ocera was announced as the Junior Vice President for the 2026-2027 school year.

Nicholas De Ocera was announced as the Junior Vice President for the 2026-2027 school year.

Ryan Hyunh was announced as the Junior President for the 2026-2027 school year.

Ryan Hyunh was announced as the Junior President for the 2026-2027 school year.

Ethan Tatlonghari was announced as the Senior Vice President for the 2026-2027 school year.

Ethan Tatlonghari was announced as the Senior Vice President for the 2026-2027 school year.

Felix Acevedo was announced as the Senior President for the 2026-2027 school year.

Felix Acevedo was announced as the Senior President for the 2026-2027 school year.

Gemma Alvarez was announced as the Link Crew Director for the 2026-2027 school year.

Gemma Alvarez was announced as the Link Crew Director for the 2026-2027 school year.

Wincent Situ was announced as the ASB Treasurer for the 2026-2027 school year.

Wincent Situ was announced as the ASB Treasurer for the 2026-2027 school year.

Cindy Monjaraz was announced as the ASB Secretary for the 2026-2027 school year.

Cindy Monjaraz was announced as the ASB Secretary for the 2026-2027 school year.

Makenna Chung was announced as the ASB Vice President for the 2026-2027 school year.

Makenna Chung was announced as the ASB Vice President for the 2026-2027 school year.

Katelyn Chung was announced as the ASB President for the 2026-2027 school year.

Katelyn Chung was announced as the ASB President for the 2026-2027 school year.

Let's take a look at Isabel Noriega!

Freshman Friday | Isabel Noriega

Story by Abigail Trujillo, Writer
April 3, 2026

Isabel Noriega is a freshman at Mt. SAC Early College Academy (MECA) from Ramona Middle School in La Verne. She was first met with the decision of coming to this school when her parents suggested it, and...

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Posed group shot of the 2025-2026 ASB. Many students from the current ASB are running as candidates for positions next year.

ASB Election: Meet the Candidates

Story by Abigail Trujillo, Writer
April 1, 2026

ASB is an important part of any school, they are the students voices and the leaders of the school. As such, they plan most of the events for students and staff like class competitions and spirit weeks. That's...

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Charlie Zhu

Charlie Zhu

Story by Abigail Trujillo, Writer
April 1, 2026

"My name is Tao Zhu and is currently 11th grade. I currently want to be elected as the Link Crew Director for the future, if possible for ASB."

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Ethan Tatlonghari

Ethan Tatlonghari

Story by Abigail Trujillo, Writer
April 1, 2026

"My name is Ethan Tatlonghari  and I’m currently a junior. I’d like to gather more student input in order to coordinate with other ASB members to make better events. I say this because I believe...

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Emma Tavera

Emma Tavera

Story by Abigail Trujillo, Writer
April 1, 2026

"My name is Emma Tavera and I am in ninth grade. In the future I am planning to make sure everyone’s voice feels heard and acknowledged. I wish to advocate for the sophomore class next year and make...

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Ethan Bymaster

Ethan Bymaster

Story by Abigail Trujillo, Writer
April 1, 2026

"My name is Ethan Bymaster, and I am in 10th grade. I am running for Secretary for ASB. I am planning to help improve posters and publicity in ASB. I plan to assist by creating templates for these posters...

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Marvin Lopez

Marvin Lopez

Story by Abigail Trujillo, Writer
April 1, 2026

"My name is Marvin Lopez and I’m currently I am a sophomore. In my future asb position since link crew is mostly focused on freshman I would like to keep some of the events that we had this year for...

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Delaylah Gamarra

Delaylah Gamarra

Story by Abigail Trujillo, Writer
April 1, 2026

"My name is Delaylah Gamarra and I'm in 10th grade I plan to listen to the students and focus on making MECA a great experience for current and upcoming students. I would also like to make our school...

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Felix Acevedo

Felix Acevedo

Story by Abigail Trujillo, Writer
April 1, 2026

"My name is Felix Alejandro Acevedo, I am an 11 grader. I'm planning to just make the future seniors have a lot of fun, as much as possible to make it worth it for our last year. Some fun facts...

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Daniel Martinez

Daniel Martinez

Story by Abigail Trujillo, Writer
April 1, 2026

"My name is Daniel Martinez and I'm in ninth grade. In my future ASB position as our sophomore class president I really want to just be a voice for our students interests by taking in any event recommendations...

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Ryan Hyunh

Ryan Hyunh

Story by Abigail Trujillo, Writer
April 1, 2026

"My name is Ryan Huynh, and I'm a sophomore. I'm currently running for the Juniors Class President, and I plan on helping ASB with planning and ideas to make sure our plans/schedules are clear. On top...

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Wincent Situ

Wincent Situ

Story by Abigail Trujillo, Writer
April 1, 2026

"My name is Wincent Situ and I'm in 11th grade. I plan on providing meaningful fundraisers for the school. This is to gather up funds to help fund the school events. I do also hope to be able to plan...

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Juniors Karren Zhuang and Katelyn Chung enjoy the free APU merch.

Field Trip to APU recap

Story by Abigail Trujillo, Writer
March 18, 2026

Mt. SAC Early College Academy 11th and 12th-grade students attended Azusa Pacific University for a college field trip to get a tour of the school on March 6.  Students were accompanied by  Matthew...

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Connie participates as part of the cheer team during the first class competition of the year.

Freshman Friday: Connie Molina

Story by Abigail Trujillo, Writer
March 6, 2026

Connie Molina is a freshman at Mt. SAC Early College Academy (MECA). Molina came from St. Martha’s Catholic School in La Puente. She first heard about the school from some of her classmates, and from...

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Come read about some of the most highly anticipated movies of 2026.

The Top Four Most Awaited Movies in 2026

With so many movies that are all going to be released this year, the question to really wonder is, which one of these movies are the most awaited by fans?
Story by Abigail Trujillo, Writer
February 11, 2026

1.  Avengers: Doomsday In the upcoming superhero film based on the Marvel Comics, Avengers: Doomsday coming out Dec. 18, 2026, will focus on the Avengers, Fantastic Four, and X-Men all coming together...

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Take a look at the top four most noticeable actors of our generation.

Lights, Camera, Action: The top actors of our generation

Everyone has that familiar face they have seen in either their home theater or movie theater, but which ones are the most standout leading or supporting roles of our generation? Let's take a look.
Story by Abigail Trujillo, Writer
January 22, 2026

Timothee Chalamet In the obvious first place for actors, Timothee Chalamet comes out on top as the most noticeable actor of our generation. You may recognize him in his most popular movies, such as Dune,...

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Alemi showing off her Strawberry Crunch, Cookie Monster, and Red Velvet cookies.

Have you heard?: Alemi’s Cookies

Have you been around campus seeing a girl selling cookies? That's Alemi Rivera! An amazing freshman selling her homemade cookies to the students of Mt. SAC Early College Academy.
Story by Abigail Trujillo, Writer
December 12, 2025

Strawberry Crunch. Cookie Monster. Red Velvet. These are some of the cookie flavors that freshman Alemi Rivera Solani's business, Alemi's Desserts, sells.  She started her cookie-making business in October...

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Abigail Trujillo’s Polka dot acrylic nails.

What’s the point? The rising trend of nail extensions

Nail extensions have become an even more rising trend in this generation, but have you ever wondered why?
Story by Abigail Trujillo, Writer
November 19, 2025

Nail extensions have been a thing for many decades, but now in this current generation, it has skyrocketed with teens and adults wanting to get them done.  “They make me feel good about myself. It...

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The entrance of the new Terrifier Maze at Halloween Horror Nights in Hollywood.

Inside the Halloween Horror Nights Terrifier House

A review of the new Terrifier house at Universal Studios Hollywood
Story by Abigail Trujillo, Writer
October 29, 2025

You see the light at the end of the hall, and you think all the horror is coming to an end, then… SPLASH! Blood splatters on you. That's what this year's new Terrifier house is offering this year at...

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