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Ending “willful defiance” suspensions

By Molly Jackson, Staff Writer November 6, 2023

“Over the last decade, the number of total suspensions for all offenses for students has dropped by 58%, according to California Department of Education data. The number of willful defiance suspensions...

A close-up view of the in-vitro process. Image courtesy of DepositPhotos.

Threats to In-Vitro Access

By Ruby Galbraith, Staff Writer November 6, 2023

      The recent Supreme Court case, Dobbs vs Jackson Women’s Health Organization, overturned the previous 1973 Roe v Wade decision that protected a person’s right to abort their pregnancy. While...

The best way to spend a fall day is curled up with a good book - or in a good bookstore.

Fall Book Recs

By Molly Jackson, Staff Writer November 6, 2023

For those who only read Sci-fi/Dystopian: Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree “Take a break from epic battles and saving the world. Legends & Lattes is a low-stakes fantasy that delivers...

SDA Student and coach Kira Sage leads her Encinitas Express recreational team through picture day

How to Survive Coaching Kindergarten Boys

By Helena Tubito, Staff Writer November 2, 2023

If you are like me and given the opportunity to coach a sport for little kids, be prepared for a nightmare.  It sounds easy, getting to teach little kids the sport that gives you so much happiness while...

Team USA small forward MIkal Bridges does his signature Brooklyn Bridges celebration after a 3 Pointer

2023 FIBA World Cup

By Will Warren, Sports Editor November 2, 2023

The FIBA Basketball World Cup(International Basketball Association),began in 1950 and is held every 4 years. Every 4th year, 32 countries battle it out in an awesome competition of national pride. What...

#7 Riley Balogh and #9 Lexie Richards go airborne for a block in a game vs. LCC

Girls Volleyball on the Rise for the 2023 Season

By Chesney Macdonald, Staff Writer November 2, 2023

Our girls’ volleyball has been on the rise as their championship last season marks two consecutive league championships in a row. Previously a Division 2 team, undefeated in league, these girls are facing...

Students take an AP test

AP exams get even more complicated than we thought

By Sophie Love, Editor in Cheif November 1, 2023

Here at San Dieguito Academy, it is common for students to stack their schedule with advanced placement courses. We do this in the name of boosting our GPAs, obtaining college credits, enhancing our college...

Bates Nut Farm in San Diego (shown above) is a fun fall spot to enjoy with family and friends.

Spooky and Fun Halloween Activities To Do

By Ella Hand and Hailey Malwitz October 31, 2023

      The month of October is filled with lots of spooky and fun activities leading up to Halloween. Here are some ideas for exciting or traditional festive activities.       Let’s start off...

Mary Janes are a timeless classic in the world of shoes.

The Rise of Mary Janes

By Katarina Maric, Staff Writer October 25, 2023

      From gracing the feet of 1900s schoolchildren to gaining an insurmountable presence in the theater world, Mary Janes - the iconic rounded, buckle shoes - have been reinvented countless times over...

A rainbow of colors!

The Role of Art in Child Development

By Sarina Sonnenshein, Staff Writer October 23, 2023

     Many of us can likely recall making handprint paintings, playing with clay, or coloring at some point in our early childhood, but the true impact this made on our lives probably wasn’t understood....

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