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  • April 2Spring Break from Monday, April 14 to Friday, April 18
  • April 2Minimum Day on Friday, April 11
  • April 2Lockdown Drill at 10:25 a.m. on Thursday, April 11
  • April 2Student Training (Every School Safe) at 11:58 p.m. on Zoom Monday, April 7
  • March 28Field trip to the Grammy Museum on Thursday, April 3
  • March 28No school on Monday, March 31 for Cesar Chavez Day

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

Magnet Coordinator James Morrison shows off the School of Excellence award at this year's Magnet Schools of America Conference in Nashville Tennessee. The conference lasted from April 7 to April 10 and Morrison had the opportunity to learn from other magnet coordinators to better influence student education on campus.
DPMHS shines bright at the National Conference of Magnet Schools
Satenik Ayrapetyan April 11, 2025

When Magnet Coordinator James Morrison held the plaque awarded to Daniel Pearl Magnet High School (DPMHS) by the Magnet Schools of America (MSA), he felt amazed.  “I felt that this was a national...

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Students protest with signs as they walk in front of the Van Nuys High School Center for Performing Arts on Feb. 10. Students from several schools, such as Daniel Pearl Magnet High School, Birmingham Community Charter High School, and Reseda Charter High School, walked out of their campuses in the morning to protest President Donald Trump's administration's current immigration policies.
Trump’s immigration crackdown sparks fear and protests among students
Vanessa Morales and Sophie Ortega March 28, 2025

For students across the country, like junior Guadalupe Martinez, Trump’s new policies on immigration have increased fears of mass deportations and family separations.  “A lot of families are being...

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Senior Andre Arcilla's idea of a perfect day involves a trip to a movie theater to see the newest films.
Embracing the freedoms of spring break with Andre
Andre Arcilla April 11, 2025

Spring break is finally here and for me, a perfect spring break day involves a balanced mix of going out and spending time by myself. Here’s what an ideal spring break day looks like to me! 10 a.m:...

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Senior Diego Vera Suarez uses a kickboard to better his kicking technique on March 3. Vera Suarez is on the varsity swim team for Birmingham Community Charter High School.
Athlete of the Month: Vera Suarez dives into new beginnings
Jasmine Thompson March 26, 2025

Every month, we recognize two student athletes, one male, one female. This month we recognize Senior Diego Vera Suarez.  Vera Suarez swims for the varsity swim team at Birmingham Community Charter...

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Sexism today takes form in the inequality of pay for women, limited political representation, violence and lack of healthcare access. It’s important now more than ever to advocate and engage in issues that affect women.
Editorial: Advocating for women’s rights is more important than ever
March 28, 2025

March is the month designated to celebrate the achievements of women and remember the contributions that wouldn’t be possible without the incredible minds of women.  Despite that, many forget and...

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“Malcolm Todd” was released on April 4 with 14 tracks and a total runtime of 37 minutes. Todd will embark on a 25-stop US tour starting on May 1 at the House of Blues Dallas in Dallas, Texas.
Album Review: Malcolm Todd does a phenomenal job in his debut album “Malcolm Todd”
Jenny Marquez April 11, 2025

Malcolm Todd’s self-titled debut album kicks off April with a wave of love and heartbreak, captured through vivid, soulful lyrics. Malcolm Todd, born...

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Media club students and chaperones take a photo outside of the Student Television Network Convention on March 1. The photo was taken right after the opening ceremony where the convention officially kicked off.
‘A new experience that I was ready to uncover’
Aidan Lia March 10, 2025

A previous version of this article misspelled video production teacher Tennessee Reid Norton's name and misplaced his position as Character Fabricator in "The Nightmare...

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Sophomore Giancarlo Valdez plays the keytar at the GRAMMY Museum's "Sonic Playground" on April 3. Students from AP African American Studies and music department went on a field trip to the GRAMMY Museum to learn about music and GRAMMY’S history.
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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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The impact of gender roles on society
Jenny Marquez and Aidan Lia March 28, 2025

In this episode of the Room 22 podcast, co-hosts Jenny Marquez and Aidan Lia interview students about their thoughts on the impact gender roles...

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