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Joe Biden is sworn in as U.S. President as his wife Dr. Jill Biden looks on during his inauguration on the West Front of the U.S. Capitol on January 20, 2021 in Washington, DC.

Inauguration Day

By Jenna Wilson-Levin, Arts Editor January 20, 2021
Kamala D. Harris was inaugurated as the first woman, Black, South Asian vice president in US history. Following this historic moment, Joseph R. Biden was inaugurated as the 46th president of the United States by Chief Justice John Roberts. President Biden then delivered a speech in which he called for the country's uniting and equality for all on Jan. 20
There is one student at each table to maintain social distance

San Dieguito students engage in outdoor distance learning

By Taylor Lee, Online Editor January 19, 2021
About twenty-five San Dieguito Academy students started to show up daily on campus from Mondays to Thursdays on Jan. 11. The school makes sure all health guidelines are followed, such as social distancing and wearing masks while scattered around the math and science building, gym, and theater.
asb officers

And your 2020 ASB elected officers are…

By Molly Jackson, Staff Writer December 18, 2020
Here is a little bit about your newly elected officers and their plans for the upcoming school year
You’ve heard of Elf on the Shelf, now get ready for...

The Elves are Back in Town

By Taylor Lee, Online Editor December 16, 2020
San Dieguito Academy received a special visit from the elves today. Assistant Principal Katie Bendix and Jeremy Meadows fully suited in their bright red onesie, pointy felt trim hat, and masks to take snapshots around the campus
The No Place for Hate Committee signs the pledge

SDA signs the ‘No Place for Hate’ pledge

By Taylor Lee, Online Editor December 4, 2020
All San Dieguito Academy community members were encouraged to sign the No Place for Hate pledge on Google Slides during homeroom today. If you’d like to sign the pledge, contact your homeroom teacher to see if you could access and sign on the Google Slides.  
The classic tie dye Keep SDA Funky

Spirit Week: Wear your SDA Spirit Wear

By Molly Jackson, Staff Writer November 16, 2020

Students and staff were able to participate by wearing all their SDA gear on Nov. 13. In addition to the dress-up day, ASB held a Mustang Kahoot quiz at 6 pm.

Special Education teacher in the Seaside program and SDA alum class of 2014 Ty Gibson

Spirit Week: Crazy Hat/Hair Day

By Kaya Simcoe, Staff Writer November 12, 2020
Spirit week featured crazy hair and hat's today. Check out how students and staff participated!
Japanese teacher Rie Tsuboi with her cats Shun (left) and Momo (right) which is a Chinese/Japanese character that means really fast

Spirit week: Share your pet day

By Taylor Lee, Online Editor November 10, 2020
Furry friends made an appearance on Tuesday. Staff and students sent in photos to SDA ASB for the second day of spirit week. Check it out here!
Assistant Principals Katie Bendix and Jeremy Meadows pose in front of The Mustang Commons

Spirit week: Sleep for the weak? Sleep for a week

By Taylor Lee, Online Editor November 9, 2020
Homecoming week kicked off with pajama day. It’s no secret that pajamas have been on the rise since quarantine. Students and teachers alike opted in for comfy sweatpants and a baggie shirt. Although the participation rate was low (or disguised), Ms. Bendix and Dr. Meadows geared up in their PJ wear. 
Junior Skyler Martin  drinking a nice, cool drink while hanging out with a friend

What did journalism students do during the election?

By Jenna Wilson-Levin, Arts Editor November 4, 2020
Election Day is both an exciting and stressful time for many as Americans wait with bated breath to see who the next president of the United States will be. Journalism students shared what they did on this Election Day
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