Melodies bloom at the Spring Concert

Tania Lopez, Jenny Marquez, and Andre Arcilla • May 2, 2025

Tania Lopez, Jenny Marquez, and Andre Arcilla

The Spring Concert was held on May 1 in the MPR from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. for students, staff and families to enjoy. The Spring Music Concert consisted of student performances of songs such as “It Ain’t Me Babe” by Bob Dylan, “Amor Completo” (“Complete Love”) by Mon Laferte, “Teenage Dirtbag” by Wheatus and “Uptown Girl” by Billy Joel. Additionally, members of Pearl Poetry performed their original poems such as “Taste of Freedom” and “Between The Petals of Spring.” The concert was also livestreamed on YouTube by Pearl Net News for those who couldn’t watch in person.

About the Contributors

Tania Lopez, Staff Writer

Tania Lopez is a sophomore and a staff writer for The Pearl Post. This is her first year on staff and she is excited to see what the future has in store. Outside of The Pearl Post, she serves as the sophomore class Treasurer and a member of Los Angeles Unified School District’s Gifted and Talented Education’s Student Advisory Council. Her goal for this year is to take as many opportunities as she can to improve her writing skills.

Jenny Marquez, Online Editor-in-Chief

Jenny Marquez is this year’s Online Editor-in-Chief for The Pearl Post. This is her second year on the DPMHS Student Media staff and she’s beyond excited to continue being part of an incredible team. At school, she is a co-host for the publication’s student-run podcast, Room 22, and serves as the Secretary of the Class of 2026. This year, she hopes to further improve her journalism skills such as editing and writing. In her free time, she loves listening to music, hanging out with her friends, and catching up on sleep.

Andre Arcilla, Digital Media Editor-in-Chief

Andre Arcilla is this year’s Digital Media Editor-in-Chief. This is his second and final year on staff. His goal on staff is to make sure there’s more videos on The Pearl Post site and social media and to further improve his writing skills. At school, he’s the president of the Art Club. During his free time, he enjoys video editing, listening to lots of music, drawing, and playing video games with his friends. He hopes to keep finding new and creative ways to express himself and tell stories.

Jasmine Thompson, Staff Writer

Jasmine Thompson is a sophomore and first-year staff member on The Pearl Post. Her goal this year is to get accustomed to the program in order to advance in staff her junior year. Outside of The Pearl Post, she is the current vice president on the class council and plays for Birmingham Community Charter High School’s Varsity Volleyball team.

Valerie Sanchez, Entertainment Editor

Valerie Sanchez is this year’s Entertainment Editor. This is her first year being on The Pearl Post. She hopes to continue her journalism journey and make sure that other student’s voices are heard. After school, she is known as a 10th grade school ambassador. During her free time, she listens to music, goes to concerts and edits many things such as websites. She hopes to express herself and bring attention to student’s voices and opinions.

Isabella Tolosa, Yearbook Editor

Isabella Tolosa is a sophomore and is one of the editors for the Prestige Yearbook this year. She hopes to achieve better writing skills and get creative with this year’s work. In her free time, she likes to play flag football and binge watch romance movies. She looks forward to having a great year on The Pearl Post staff.