Academically Inclined, Journalistically Refined

The Academy Chronicle
Academically Inclined, Journalistically Refined

The Academy Chronicle
Academically Inclined, Journalistically Refined

The Academy Chronicle
Victoria Romero

Victoria Romero, Writer

Victoria Romero is a senior at Mt. SAC Early College Academy. This is her third year as a staff member of The Academy Chronicle. In her free time, she enjoys reading, drawing, and playing with her cat. She values honesty and loyalty. She wishes to make the world a better place and help the future generation by being a teacher. Her goals at MECA are to graduate with a good GPA and go to a good college. She wants to move out of California and go to Oregon, where she will attend the University of Oregon. Victoria wants to major in education and move up to a teaching degree. She wants to be an elementary teacher.

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Senior Decisions

Story by Victoria Romero, Writer
May 8, 2026

As the school year comes to an end, MECA’s seniors have started to hear back from colleges. Many have even started to receive their acceptance letters and have made their decision to commit. These...

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Prom Nominees for MECA's 2026 Prom!

MECA’s Prom Court

Story by Victoria Romero, Writer
April 22, 2026

MECA’s Bond Night is fast approaching taking place Saturday May 2 from 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Throughout the night there will be activities and attractions to participate in, making the night one to...

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Reyli Salazar

Reyli Salazar

Story by Victoria Romero, Writer
April 22, 2026

“I feel pretty excited about getting nominated for prom court. It's my first time getting nominated for something like this so I’m sure it will be a cool experience. I’m excited for prom as I wasn’t...

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Senior Ethan Tran

Ethan Tran

Story by Victoria Romero, Writer
April 22, 2026

“I felt surprised when I found out because I didn't plan on being a nominee. I am excited but I don't plan on dancing. A fun fact about me is that I build and fly FPV drones.”

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Tepochtli Cervantes

Tepochtli Cervantes

Story by Victoria Romero, Writer
April 22, 2026

“It feels weird I didn't expect to be nominated but it feels nice to be a part of it but I don’t want to win. I’m excited for it because I helped plan it and I want to participate in the activities....

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Senior Hazel Rodriguez

Hazel Rodriguez

Story by Victoria Romero, Writer
April 22, 2026

“I feel excited and very happy about being nominated for prom court! I am very excited for prom, whether I win prom queen or not! A fun fact about me is that I work at Chick-Fil-A.”

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Senior Mercedes Padilla

Mercedes Padilla

Story by Victoria Romero, Writer
April 22, 2026

“I'm really excited because I have another chance to win queen because I was also nominated for [the] homecoming court I helped my best friend sophia win and now she's doing the same for me so it's really...

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Senior Tara Phapornchai

Tara Phapornchai

Story by Victoria Romero, Writer
April 22, 2026

“It feels nice that people wanted to nominate me. I feel honoured to be nominated. I’ve been working so hard on prom and I love how it is coming together so I hope everyone enjoys it as much as I am...

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New Break Policy

New Break Policy

Story by Victoria Romero, Writer
April 17, 2026

A new break policy went into effect at Mt. SAC Early College Academy on March 9. Students are no longer allowed to go outside to take their class breaks. Class breaks, which are up to the teacher, are...

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With MECA's prom theme being announced as Bond Night, there are many students trying to figure out what to wear; meanwhile, others are deciding if prom is really worth it.

OPINION: Prom Season

Story by Victoria Romero, Writer
March 25, 2026

Prom has been a rite of passage for many seniors and juniors over the years. Students love to go shopping with friends and dress up for the big event. What most people don't see is just how much planning...

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Are you a junior looking for something to do over the summer? Maybe research one of these programs and see if it catches your interest!

Programs 4 Juniors

Story by Victoria Romero, Writer
February 27, 2026

Attention all juniors! Are you interested in three outstanding opportunities? Now available on Parent Square and Student Square are three selective and nationally recognized programs that can strengthen...

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Best friends since elementary are seniors Vincent Hernandez (left) and Reyli Salazar (right).

Senior Sendoff | Reyli Salazar

Story by Victoria Romero, Writer
February 23, 2026

Graduating with the class of 2026 at Mt. SAC Early College Academy (MECA) is respectful and responsible Reyli Salazar. Salazar chose to attend MECA his freshman year “to complete [his] college credits”...

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The Stranger Things Finale aired on December 31, 2025, just before the new year.

Stranger Things: Season 5 Finale

Story by Victoria Romero, Writer
January 16, 2026

It has been over three years since the release of the final episode of the fourth season of Stranger Things. With that long of a wait, fans have been anxious to find out how their favorite show will wrap...

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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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Senior Tara Phapornchai posing for a picture during her summer vacation.

Senior Sendoff | Tara Phapornchai

Story by Victoria Romero, Writer
December 8, 2025

Graduating with the class of 2026 at Mt. SAC Early College Academy (MECA) is confident and ambitious Tara Phapornchai. She chose to attend MECA for its close-knit environment, saying, “ I wanted an environment...

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Vincent Hernandez is a lively student at MECA, and was this years Homecoming King. (Images provided by Vincent Hernandez)

Senior Sendoff | Vincent Hernandez

Story by Victoria Romero, Writer
November 19, 2025

Vincent Hernandez is an energetic and talkative student graduating with the class of 2026. Hernandez came to MECA in the second semester of his freshman year, transferring from West Covina High School. “I...

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Senior Sofia Hernandez, this year's HOCO Queen, is ready to graduate high school.

Senior Sendoff | HOCO Queen Sofia Hernandez

Story by Victoria Romero, Writer
November 5, 2025

Graduating with the class of 2026 at Mt. SAC Early College Academy (MECA) is Homecoming Queen Sofia Hernandez. Hernandez is a lively and outgoing student and is loved and supported by her friends and family. Her...

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MECA's opinion on The Conjuring: Last Rites

MECA’s opinion on The Conjuring: Last Rites

Story by Victoria Romero, Writer
October 28, 2025

An ending of an era as the final Conjuring movie, The Conjuring: Last Rites, was released in theaters on September 5, 2025. Horror movie fans were ecstatic to finally see the last movie of the Conjuring...

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Ms. Julie's school ID photo!

Staff Spotlight – Ms. Julie

Story by Victoria Romero, Writer
March 27, 2024

Among the wonderful staff here at Mt SAC Early College Academy, there lies in the front office Ms. Julie. As a front office assistant for a year now, her job consists of many things including attendance...

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Freshman Katelyn is very excited to be part of the MECA Timberwolves.

Freshman Friday – Katelyn Chung

Story by Victoria Romero and Desiree Vazquez
February 9, 2024

Katelyn Chung is a kind and friendly freshman here at Mt. SAC Early College Academy. She first heard of MECA through her older sister, Michaela Chung, who was a former valedictorian in 2023. Katelyn also...

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Freshman Dashaughn Bynum reading his book in the media center.

Freshman Friday – Dashaughn Bynum

Story by Victoria Romero and Desiree Vazquez
December 15, 2023

Dashaughn Bynum is a lively, cheerful freshman here at Mt. SAC Early College Academy (MECA). He first heard of our amazing school through his mother, and although he does have a brother (sophomore Daceius...

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Pasha Galvan is excited to be here at MECA and get to know the amazing students here. "[What] I love most about this school is definitely the students."

Freshman Friday- Patricia Galavan

Story by Victoria Romero and Desiree Vazquez
November 17, 2023

Patricia Galvan is an outgoing freshman here at Mt. SAC Early College Academy (MECA). She first heard of our school through her mother, she says, “My mom recommended it to me in seventh grade, I think...

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Chosen for Freshman Friday at MECA, Diana Cardona talks about her love for playing soccer and the guitar.

Freshman Friday- Diana Cardona

Story by Victoria Romero, Writer
October 13, 2023

Diana Cardona is one of the new amazing freshmen attending Mt. SAC Early College Academy (MECA). Already having an older sibling, junior Jeremy Cardona, Diana already knew some things about our amazing...

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LJ (Leslie Patt) smiling for a picture.

Senior Sendoff- LJ (Leslie Patt)

Story by Victoria Romero and Tara Phapornchai
May 26, 2023

Graduating in the class of 2023, senior Leslie Patt, also known as LJ to his peers here at Mt. SAC Early College Academy. He's been attending MECA for all four years even during the online class when the...

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Freshman Hazel Rodiguez

Freshman Friday- Hazel Rodriguez

Story by Victoria Romero, Writer
May 5, 2023

Freshman Hazel Rodriguez is a nice and reliable student attending school here at Mt. SAC Early College Academy. Hazel enjoys MECA very much and all its opportunities that it has to offer her and her peers. “I...

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Joseph Gonzales (in the black hoodie) in Art class with his friend Steven Narido (in the green shirt)

Freshman Friday- Joseph Gonzales

Story by Victoria Romero, Writer
April 21, 2023

Freshman Joseph Gonzales is a student attending Mt. SAC Early College Academy. Joseph first heard about this school last year saying, “a lot of people from my middle school were going to go here.”...

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Daceius Bynum during lunch here at MECA.

Freshman Friday- Daceius Bynum

Story by Victoria Romero, Writer
March 31, 2023

Attending Mt. SAC Early College Academy, freshman Daceius Bynum is a very interesting person being a smart, kind, and funny student. Daceius is a very bright student here at MECA, liking the staff and...

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Emily when she was at the Winter Formal.

Freshman Friday – Emily Lassiter

Story by Victoria Romero, Writer
March 17, 2023

Emily Lassiter, a determined, hard working, and straightforward ninth grader here at Mt. SAC Early College Academy. She is currently not in any clubs, although next year she plans to join some, finding...

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Steven Narido here at MECA.

Freshman Friday- Steven Narido

Story by Victoria Romero, Writer
March 3, 2023

Freshman Steven Narido here at Mt. SAC Early College Academy. Already knowing some people here Steven is liking this school’s opportunity of earning college credits and is ready for next year sophomore...

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MPR Remodeling

Story by Victoria Romero, Writer
January 31, 2023

Currently new at our school, Mt. SAC Early College Academy is the remodeling of the MPR. What are exactly doing you might ask, well they are now adding air conditioning and heating! This has already...

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Winter Formal Boutique Advertisement

Winter Formal Boutique Advertisement

Story by Victoria Romero, Writer
January 17, 2023

Winter Formal is approaching fast here at Mt SAC Early College Academy, and the only thing we want you to be worried about is your dance moves, not your outfit. Can’t find one? No problem! Stop by...

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Speech and Debate team at Bradley university

Speech and Debate: Illinois

Story by Victoria Romero and Tara Phapornchai
December 16, 2022

Recently the speech and debate team had traveled to Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois. A nice, friendly, small university. To compete in the George Armstrong Heart of Illinois HS invitational tournament....

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Member of Speech and Debate here at MECA

Speech & Debate

Story by Victoria Romero, Writer
November 3, 2022

Speech and debate may seem boring but never judge a book by its cover. It is a way to express yourself and be comfortable with oneself. The speech and debate members meet every Tuesday and Thursday...

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Katelynn Lee, freshmen, wears her USC jersey to support her favorite sports team on Jersey Day during spirit week, here at MECA.

Freshmen Friday | Katelynn Lee

Story by Victoria Romero, Writer
October 14, 2022

Freshman Katelynn Lee is kind, humorous, creative, and intelligent, but the president of the fashion club is more than a fashionista. In the fashion club, she aims to spread body positivity. Her and...

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