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  • March 15Super Smash Bros. Tournament at 3:45 p.m. in the library on Wednesday, March 20
  • March 15SAT School Day for juniors in the MPR on Wednesday, March 20
  • March 15Open House from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 19
  • March 15March Madness Basketball Tournament during lunch on Tuesday, March 19
  • March 8Fiesta Friday during lunch in the Grove on Friday, March 15
  • March 8Drop & Hold Drill at 2:25 p.m. on Thursday, March 14

The Pearl Post

The student news site of Daniel Pearl Magnet High School in Lake Balboa, CA

The student news site of Daniel Pearl Magnet High School in Lake Balboa, CA

The Pearl Post

Math teacher Gonçalo Sousa tutors students on how to solve systems of equations on Jan. 31. Sousa is hosting after-school SAT tutoring sessions in his classroom to prepare juniors for the exam to be taken in March.
Juniors to log on for fully digital SAT in March
Serena Elkins February 26, 2024

The College Board will shift from its physical paper SAT to an online version starting this March, which presents both new advantages and challenges for juniors currently preparing for the test. “I...

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In the midst of an ongoing war, students use social media to stay updated about the events happening in Gaza and express their opinions on the situation.
Students keep up with Israeli-Hamas war through social media
Emma Rosenberg February 29, 2024

Junior Leeron Nakash, who is Israeli, was very concerned about the credibility of the information she began to see after the breakout of the Israel-Hamas war on Oct. 7. The internet was quickly flooded...

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Junior Genesis Cuellar-Figueroa displays an array of clothes found at @geesvirtualcloset on Instagram.
Step into junior Genesis' online clothing shop
Donovan Ochoa February 21, 2024

Junior Genesis Cuellar-Figueroa is fighting against fast fashion while cleaning out her closet with her new clothing resale business, which she has run on Instagram since December 2023.  “A lot of...

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Freshman Mateo Zazueta perfects his swing in the front grove of Daniel Pearl Magnet High School on March 13. It is Zazuetas first year on the Birmingham Community Charter High School varsity golf team.
Athlete of the Month: Zazueta is fore the win
Yusuf Syed March 13, 2024

Each month we recognize a pair of student athletes, one boy on a team and one girl on a team, for their performance on the field. This month, we recognize freshman Mateo Zazueta. It is Zazueta’s first...

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Many students base their understanding of the Israel-Hamas conflict on online sources. However, social media posts geared toward teens often contain misinformation fueled by opposing viewpoints, stressing the importance of media literacy skills in teens.
Editorial: Devastation in Israel-Hamas war prompts need for teens to use media literacy
February 29, 2024

In the age of social media, wars are documented in multiple ways. The Israel-Hamas war has been documented with almost daily Israeli reports and Palestinian live recordings of the ongoing violence. Consequences...

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Roblox is a multi-player platform available on the App Store and Google Play.
Top 10 Roblox games to play in your free time
Vanessa Morales March 15, 2024

Roblox is a multi-player platform that allows users to design their own worlds and games. The platform is filled with numerous games and genres for players...

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Sophomore Serena Elkins watches highlights from the 20th anniversary of the annual Puppy Bowl event, which promotes animal adoption.
Give a round of a-paws for the Super Bowl's cuter half
Serena Elkins February 14, 2024

I appreciate the Puppy Bowl not only for the adorable spectacle of puppies playing football but also because of its strong call to action for everyone to help animals everywhere...

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Freshman Valentina Lopez and sophomore Kloie Marsden play a game of chess on Feb. 28. As the Chess Club president, Lopez holds meetings every Wednesday to play chess with her friends and anyone who wants to join.
Photo of the Week

Every week, staff members of The Pearl Post send in the best photo they've taken that week. After an in-class vote, the most popular picture...

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Spotify: Women's History Month
How digital footprint affects Gen Z
Rikka Dimalanta and Jenny Marquez January 31, 2024

In this episode of Room 22 podcast, co-hosts Rikka Dimalanta and Jenny Marquez talk to freshman Emma Bullock and math teacher Gonçalo Sousa...

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