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Academically Inclined, Journalistically Refined

The Academy Chronicle

Academically Inclined, Journalistically Refined

The Academy Chronicle

JC Romero is a passionate freshman at MECA, and with him, he's bringing his own unique skills.

Freshman Friday | JC Romero

Story by Iliana Maldonado, Editor
March 13, 2026

If you’ve heard the punchy strings of an electric guitar around campus, then get ready to put a face to the sound as MECA welcomes JC Romero, a talented guitarist with aspirations to fly sky high—in...

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Freshmen (from left to right) Sophia Marroquin, Michael Warawita, Lola Faniel, Mateo/Adrian Barcelona, at Cal Poly Pomona University

Sophia Marroquin – Freshman Focus

The Student with a Heart of Gold and a Mind Like No Other
Story by Mateo Barcelona, Staff Writer
May 30, 2025

Sophia Marroquin, a 9th grader known for her kindness and intelligence, has a reputation for being the friendliest person in any room she enters. With a brilliant mind and an even bigger heart, Sophia...

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Trinity Camacho,9th grade,freshman(On the left.) Lola Faniel,9th grade,freshman(On the right)

Lola Faniel’s Journey: Laughter Unlocks Her Life’s Door – Freshman Focus

Story by Mateo Barcelona, Staff Writer
March 13, 2025
Lola Faniel: A kind-hearted soul with an infectious sense of humor, Lola’s journey to discovering herself and building lifelong friendships has been inspiring. From a shy, socially reserved elementary school student to a confident and compassionate freshman in high school, Lola has had quite the transformation. Her story is filled with moments of struggle, growth, and the discovery of the power of kindness and humor in making meaningful connections.
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