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SDA Welcomes New Staff Members Part Two

SDA Welcomes New Staff Members Part Two

By Beginning Journalism October 22, 2020

You may have seen some new faces or heard new names. They came from all walks of life from Canyon Crest Academy to Orange County. But the common thread that holds them together: the love for fostering...

Mrs. Coppocks view as she recovers from COVID-19 on the hospital bed in Scripps Hospital in Encinitas

An inside look into living with COVID-19

By Sydney Randolph, Staff Writer October 21, 2020

Susan Coppock, the photography teacher at San Dieguito Academy, had been feeling fairly unwell for a few days before she called her doctor, worried about COVID-19. “He took one look at me when we were...

Wow, my name is up in the sky!

A Letter from the Editor

By Kylie Schwartz, Editor-in-Chief October 19, 2020

Have you stood up today between your classes? To go to the bathroom or to get something to eat?   Or at all?  Perhaps today, Monday, of all days, felt like the day to take...

Dr. Gold is a nationally recognized expert for her contributions in areas of mental health, psychiatry, and media advocacy

A Conversation with Dr. Jessica Gold on Mental Health

By Taylor Lee, Online Editor October 15, 2020

Jessica (“Jessi”) Gold, MD, MS, is an Assistant Professor and the Director of Wellness, Engagement, and Outreach in the Department of Psychiatry at Washington University in Saint Louis School of Medicine....

SDA Welcomes New Staff Members

SDA Welcomes New Staff Members

By Beginning Journalism October 9, 2020

You may have seen some new faces or heard new names. They came from all walks of life from La Costa Canyon to France. But the common thread that holds them together: the love for fostering a connection...

Wow, my name is up in the sky!

A Letter from the Editor

By Kylie Schwartz, Editor-in-Chief September 21, 2020

So, here we are. In front of our computers yet again. Did you have a good day at school? Or, rather, at your desk. Or on the couch. Or in your bed.  Hey, no judgement. You're having to do school from...

Lots of students are looking forward to reconnecting with their friends after quarantine.

Things to look forward to after quarantine

By Emily Broyles, Staff Writer May 3, 2020

As everyone knows students, teachers, parents and everyone else are currently stuck in quarantine. It’s a hard time and I’m sure most people, just like me, are getting tired of being so limited on...

SDAs annual Battle of the Bands shows how much SDA is connected by music.

If SDA was a song

By Sydney Randolph, Staff Writer April 30, 2020

We all know that the student body of SDA is brought together by music. It brings a sense of unity to campus, and is a significant part of all of our lives. So, if SDA was a song itself, what song would...

How to support our local restaurants without breaking quarantine

Eating Local During a Global Pandemic

By Brenna Sullivan, Staff Writer April 23, 2020

Over the past month, we’ve watched our communities almost entirely shut down as the world finds itself in unprecedented times. Our schools, beaches, parks, stores, as well as nearly all other public...

Math teacher Paul Brice sits in front of the Mustang Commons.

Getting to Know Mr. Brice

By Olivia Lyons, Business Manager April 17, 2020

Sitting down for a chat with Mr. Brice, just in case you were missing him in quarantine.    Math teacher Paul Brice is a legend on campus. Known for his deadpan deliveries and vague threats...

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