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Academically Inclined, Journalistically Refined

The Academy Chronicle
Academically Inclined, Journalistically Refined

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Autumn Pagan

Autumn Pagan, Co-Editor-in-Chief

Autumn Pagan is a senior at Mt. SAC Early College Academy. This is her fourth year as a staff member of The Academy Chronicle and her first year as Editor-in-Chief. She has also previously been Associate Editor-in-Chief for the past two years. Autumn plans to attend a four-year university and major in journalism. In her free time, she enjoys listening to music, baking, and reading. She values her friends and family and wishes to pursue a career as a journalist.

 

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The future is really bright for us...or is it? With the rising trends towards AI, the West Covina Unified School District has begun to teach educators how to use this long forbidden program at the cost of precious time, resources, and funding.

OPINION: Are you human? Check to confirm

Story by Autumn Pagan, Co-Editor-in-Chief
April 27, 2026

Four days—that’s how much time teachers and students will be missing out on instruction as West Covina Unified School District has begun a new four-day AI Pilot program led by the consulting firm AI...

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On March 11, ABC News released an article on an FBI warning of possible Iranian drone attacks on the California coast.

FBI Warns California of Possible Drone Attack

Story by Autumn Pagan, Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 13, 2026

The FBI recently warned California police departments of a possible drone attack on the coast by Iran following the ongoing war.  "We recently acquired unverified information that as of early February...

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Donald Trump held a press conference to discuss the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on Jan. 3 in Palm Beach, Florida.

What’s happening with the U.S. and Venezuela?

A summary of what you should know about the United States’ capture of Nicolás Maduro, the President of Venezuela
Story by Autumn Pagan, Co-Editor-in-Chief
January 7, 2026

The social media post made by American President Donald Trump announcing the capture of Venezuela’s authoritarian President, Nicolás Maduro, and his wife, Cilia Flores, posted on the morning of Jan....

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Students got to make smores and do other outdoors activities while sleeping in cabins. “It was a Saturday and it was social time and we had smores and stuff and it was really fun," said Karren Zhuang.

MECA Heads to the Woods

Junior and senior students spent Dec. 5-7th at the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards in Running Springs
Story by Autumn Pagan and Victoria Romero
December 12, 2025

While many may not believe it, joining certain school clubs can provide numerous leadership opportunities beyond the school setting. The Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) is one such opportunity...

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Season 5 of Stranger Things brings back all of the original gang in a quest to finally stop Vecna from taking over Hawkins and the world.

CGI can’t erase the wrinkles

A review of Stranger Things Season 5 Vol. 1
Story by Autumn Pagan, Co-Editor-in-Chief
December 1, 2025

After nine years, it was clear that the fifth and last season of Stranger Things was going to display the most growth, and I’m not just talking about the CGI. On Nov. 26, 2025, the first volume of...

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Introducing the new admin! Principal, Nathan Slaymaker and Vice Principal, Sara Martinez can't wait to bring new ideas to Mt SAC Early College Academy.

New Year, New Campus

Story by Jared Jimenez and Autumn Pagan
September 26, 2025

When the 2024-25 school year came to a close, Mt. SAC Early College Academy (MECA) underwent major changes, including adjustments to its operations, leadership, and the introduction of new classes. The...

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House competitions require a multitude of communication as ASB takes charge of several things while hosting, from rallying up students to getting competitors for the games

[Photo] Missing the Memo

Story by Iliana Maldonado, Editor
May 12, 2025

House competitions require a multitude of communication as ASB takes charge of several things while hosting, from rallying up students to getting competitors for the games

On March 28, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to shut down the Federal Department of Education. Although it won't shut down until approved by Congress, it brings up the question: how will shutting down the DE affect education?

Department of Education Rewrites Learning Playbook

How President Trump's New Policies Will Affect Students and Educators
Story by Autumn Pagan, Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 28, 2025

President Donald Trump’s new administration has recently brought forth new changes to the federal education system. As they go into effect over the next few months, these alterations will impact Mt....

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Learn the untold story of how the Wicked Witch of the West became wicked.

The Wicked Witch and I

Story by Autumn Pagan, Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 20, 2024

Warning: The following article contains spoilers for the Wicked book and musical. Reader’s discretion is advised.  Imagine this: it’s a lovely day, you're a small-town farm girl, hanging out with...

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William Hiu

Freshman Friday | William Liu

Story by Jared Jimenez and Autumn Pagan
October 11, 2024

William Liu is a freshman at Mt. SAC Early College Academy (MECA) and aspires to become a Doctor. Coming to MECA from Hollencrest Middle School, he is excited to take the Anatomy and other college classes...

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The wonderful cheerleaders of MECA. This wonderful cheerleading team was performing cheer during the house competition, and they cheered their teams on greatly.

The wonderful cheerleaders of MECA. This wonderful cheerleading team was performing cheer during the house competition, and they cheered their teams on greatly.

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

Story by Autumn Pagan, Co-Editor-in-Chief
September 25, 2024

Disclaimer: This article is an opinion piece. Any views or opinions represented in this piece are personal and belong solely to the article author and are not endorsed or representative of The Academy...

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