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Academically Inclined, Journalistically Refined

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Academically Inclined, Journalistically Refined

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Alumnus Julia Pollard had several jobs in high school including at In N Out and Wild Rivers

Annika Wotherspoon, Co Editor-in-Chief

Annika Wotherspoon is a current senior at Mt. SAC ECA and is currently in her fourth year on the TAC staff. She is most excited to work on informative writing and improving her photography skills. After high school, she plans on attending university for her bachelor’s in a journalism or sociology related major and being a Speech & Debate coach. 

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Watching over his students, Alex Palacios keeps things safe at the Pancake Breakfast in 2023.

Watching over his students, Alex Palacios keeps things safe at the Pancake Breakfast in 2023.

Brainrot, as symbolized in the image above, provides instant gratification for users but ultimately causes their attention spans to deteriorate, and their ability to engage with complex, longer-form content diminishes.

Chat Are We Cooked?

Story by Annika Wotherspoon, Co Editor-in-Chief
May 30, 2025

Chat, I am so skibidi. According to Duke Dennis and baby Gronk, I got W rizz. These betas are NOT as looksmaxxed as I am bruh. Like no cap, sometimes when I'm learning how to become a high-value man, teaching...

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For menstruating individuals, their periods can last anywhere from 3 days to over a week, meaning that they have 450 periods over their lifetime, which equals 3,500 days spent menstruating, which is nearly seven years of their life menstruating. Photo made by Annika Wotherspoon

OPINION: That’s On Period.

Breaking the Silence on Menstruation
Story by Annika Wotherspoon, Co Editor-in-Chief
March 3, 2025

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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ASB member Nadia Tay holds up a stick with donuts on string for a House Competition game, as teammates Christian Aleman (9) and Adrian Cordon (12)

[Photo] MECA’s Yearbook

January 29, 2025

ASB member Nadia Tay holds up a stick with donuts on string for a House Competition game, as teammates Christian Aleman (9) and Adrian Cordon (12)

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

Unveiling Its Impact on Society, Media, and Young Girls
Story by Annika Wotherspoon, Co Editor-in-Chief
October 7, 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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Mr. Reyes is a man of many words. And to students who struggle in math, Mr. Reyes says, "Don't give up, because you can do this. Believe in yourself a little bit, then let me help you get the rest of the way, because I'll get you there. Just don't give up. You'll be alright, it’s just math."

Michael Reyes: The Man Who Caught a Bullet

Story by Annika Wotherspoon, Co Editor-in-Chief
October 2, 2024

Two truths and a lie. Michael Reyes, Mt. SAC ECA's current Math 3 and AP PreCalc teacher, A. Caught a bullet B. He got run over by a tank, or C. Is Jo Koy's secret twin brother. You are correct if you...

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Art by Jared Jimenez

OPINION – Rewriting the Storybook

Story by Annika Wotherspoon, Co Editor-in-Chief
September 20, 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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The stage was lit brightly as posters of that night's matches were showcased for the eager fans in attendance. Photo provided by: Troutfarm27

WrestleMania 39: It’s Going To Hollywood!

Story by Annika Wotherspoon, Co Editor-in-Chief
May 30, 2023

I had waited for this moment my entire life. The day had arrived, and I could hardly contain my excitement as I stepped into the massive stadium, surrounded by thousands of other fans, all eager to witness...

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In Melbourne, Australia, thousands took part in protests to show solidarity with protests that have broken out in Iran. The man is holding a photo of current Iranian leader, Ali Khamenei. He served time as president in October 1981 and reelected in 1985. He is considered a religious figure of some significance, Khamenei was generally addressed with the honorific Ayatollah.

Mahsa Amini: Her Story Brings Awareness

Story by Annika Wotherspoon, Co Editor-in-Chief
October 11, 2022

DISCLAIMER: While protests are currently happening in the country of Iran over the laws forcing women to wear the hijab, The Academy Chronicle chose to discuss these very serious matters with MECA students...

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As BBs await the entrance of DKB, a preview of DKB's discography plays on the screen. Many in attendance show their appreciation for the group by chanting encouraging words.

An Overview of DKB’s Tour

Story by Annika Wotherspoon, Co Editor-in-Chief
August 18, 2022

Rising K-Pop group DKB (다크비) left BBs speechless after their U.S. Tour. And with their charisma and outstanding performances, leaving the K-Pop community to wonder, who are they? And where have they...

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The company DKB signed to Brave Entertainment was founded in 2008 after the CEO and main producer Brave Brothers or Kang Dong left YG Entertainment. Since then, the company has debuted groups like Brave Girls and Big Star. Brave Brothers is also known for producing songs for famous second-generation artists like Sunmi, Big Bang, Sistar, and AOA. Photo provided by BRAVE Entertainment

A Guide to DKB’s Concert

Story by Annika Wotherspoon, Co Editor-in-Chief
June 6, 2022

With their first U.S. tour, K-Pop boy group DKB (다크비) is making their presence known in the K-Pop community. The group will be visiting cities such as New York, Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas, Denver,...

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Wrestlemania 38’s matches featured WWE talents such as Edge, The Street Profits, AJ Styles, Alpha Academy, Austin Theory, Sami Zayn, RK-Bro, Rhea Ripley, Kevin Owens, and Ronda Rousey. Johnny Knoxville and Logan Paul were also featured in Wrestlemania. Photo provided by KinkESizemore on Own Work

Wrestlemania: The Showcase of the Immortals

Story by Annika Wotherspoon, Co Editor-in-Chief
May 5, 2022

Updated on December 20, 2022. In the words of one of my heroes and WWE Hall of Famer, Shawn Michaels, "WrestleMania is the time of the year where careers are made or broken." WrestleMania is an annual...

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Spectator Mr. Rose watching Gamma and Sigma players going head-to-head during their soccer game.

Spectator Mr. Rose watching Gamma and Sigma players going head-to-head during their soccer game.

Juniors Joseph Jaime, Nikolas Caston, and Louis Perez shown holding the Esports trophy. As the Esports team won first place.

Juniors Joseph Jaime, Nikolas Caston, and Louis Perez shown holding the Esports trophy. As the Esports team won first place.

Chris Greenwood, Chris Rose, and Paul Jackson posing in front of Mr. Rose’s 2017 record breaking rose bush standing at 18 feet and 8 inches tall. Photo provided by Mr. Rose.

Staff Spotlight | Mr. Rose

Story by Annika Wotherspoon and Cassidy Lin
February 8, 2022

Mr. Rose is a man of many talents, in and outside of Mt. SAC ECA. He’s currently substituting for Mrs. Pedroarias and teaches sophomore and senior English, as well as Senior Seminar. However, not many...

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Bokondji Imama’s former team, Ontario Reign, plays against the Bakersfield Condors. Photo provided by Ron Reiring on Flickr.

Black History Month

Story by Cassidy Lin and Annika Wotherspoon
February 1, 2022

Hockey player Krystof Hrabik of the San Jose Barracuda’s has been issued a 30-game suspension, one of the longest in American Hockey League (AHL) history. He was issued this suspension because he made...

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Mt. SAC’s NHS members are shown posing after winning an awards ceremony.

Club Craze | NHS

Story by Cassidy Lin and Annika Wotherspoon
January 20, 2022

Established in 1948, NHS continues to be a national honors society that allows students who are active in their community to showcase their talents. “NHS […] is a group created for students to tell...

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The members of the popular KPOP group Blitzers take part in an interview.

Rising K-pop boy group is coming to LA!

Story by Annika Wotherspoon, Co Editor-in-Chief
January 7, 2022

Rising K-pop boy group BLITZERS, formerly known as WUZO CIRCLE, is having a U.S. tour from February 5th to the 17th, 2022. The group will be visiting the cities of Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle,...

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Freshly made pancakes give off steam, ready for the hungry onlookers to devour them.

Freshly made pancakes give off steam, ready for the hungry onlookers to devour them.

This is how the pancakes were made. Image taken by Sam Watherspoon

This is how the pancakes were made. Image taken by Sam Watherspoon

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