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  • November 5Shelter in Place Drill at 11:45 a.m. on Nov. 13
  • November 5Field trip to JEA/NSPA National High School Journalism Convention from Nov. 12-16 with Ms. Chavira
  • November 5No school due to Veterans' Day on Nov. 11
  • November 5College Tour Field Trips to CSUN, UCLA, Pepperdine and CalArts from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Nov. 10
  • November 5J-Day competition at CSUN on Nov. 8
  • November 5PTSA Family Star Gazing and Movie Night on Nov. 7
  • November 5Coffee with the Principal at 9:00 a.m. in the MPR and via Zoom on Nov. 6
  • November 5Submissions for the “Reflections” PTSA Art Competition are due on Nov. 5.
  • October 16Fiesta Friday during lunch in The Grove on Oct. 31
  • October 16World Music Day Concert from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the MPR on Oct. 30

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
Branden Gerson

Branden Gerson, Sports/Tech Editor

Branden Gerson is a senior at DPMHS and holds the position of Sports & Tech Editor for the Pearl Post . Throughout his second year on staff, Branden hopes to provide The Pearl Post’s readers with consistent sports coverage while improving his ability to work efficiently. When not working on The Pearl Post or schoolwork, Branden spends much of his time completing college applications. He hopes to make the best of his senior year back on campus by taking full advantage of the opportunities presented to him.

All content by Branden Gerson
Former Newsmagazine Editor-in-Chief Valeria Luquin received second place in Best Feature Photo for her photo "Daniel Pearl World Music Day 'Reptilia'."

[Photo] The Pearl Post places second in three categories at 64th Annual LA Press Club Journalism Awards

Valeria Luquin
June 29, 2022
Varsity softball center fielder Nadia Montiel embraces a close family friend during the team’s emotional Senior Night ceremony on May 5. The ceremony follows Montiel and the Birmingham Community Charter High School Patriot’s second to last season game where they secure a 5-1 victory over the Cleveland High School Cavaliers.

Montiel makes her mark on varsity softball team, moves on to Cal Lutheran University

Branden Gerson and Emily Flores
May 31, 2022
Sophomore Andres Alfaro takes notes during a presentation in Francisco Ortega's third period AP World History class. AP World History is a year-long course and will continue next semester.

Students and staff prepare for changes coming 2022

Branden Gerson
December 16, 2021
Sports/Tech Editor Branden Gerson and Newsmagazine Editor-in-Chief Valeria Luquin speak to Dr. Judea Pearl.

The Pearl Post takes 2nd place at 63rd Annual LA Press Club Journalism Awards

Branden Gerson
October 18, 2021
Junior Nancy Medrano hustles to scoop up the ball during a varsity lacrosse practice after school on the field of Birmingham Community Charter High School. Due to COVID protocols, student athletes have to take several precautions such as wearing masks on the field during practices and games.

Athletes face off with COVID protocols

Emily Flores and Branden Gerson
October 15, 2021
Students wait in line for up to at least 30 minutes to enter campus on the first day of classes on Aug. 16. An overload on the Daily Pass app during the first few days of the new school year made it difficult for students to show that they were cleared to go on campus.

Students looked forward to in-person instruction after more than a year of Zoom classes

Antonio Bedon and Branden Gerson
August 25, 2021
English teacher Cynthia Wald-Barry began working at Daniel Pearl Magnet High School in 2015 and had to resign her position before the end of the school year.

As in-person teaching resumes, English teacher Barry departs DPMHS

Branden Gerson
April 27, 2021
The Los Angeles Dodgers enter the season looking to head back to the World Series. The Dodgers are led by ace pitcher Clayton Kershaw and a star studded lineup.

Dodgers enter new season with high hopes for another ring

Branden Gerson
March 25, 2021
This year brings along several new tech gadgets that will make life in a pandemic a lot easier.

The best technology gadgets to get your hands on in 2021

Branden Gerson
February 12, 2021
Defense Secretary Mark T. Esper speaks with CNN's Jake Tapper during a live interview on CNN in Washington D.C, Jan. 12, 2020.

Jake Tapper speaks on role of journalism at annual Daniel Pearl Memorial Lecture

Branden Gerson
February 12, 2021
This is one of many Kobe Bryant murals across Los Angeles. This particular one can be found on Clyborne Avenue in Burbank.

Kobe Bryant’s legacy continues to live on

Branden Gerson
January 25, 2021
Quarantine has allowed streaming devices to flourish with new shows, among them is Netflix's "Outer Banks." This is only one of the many shows most talked about since the pandemic started.

Take a trip down quarantine lane, look back at the most popular shows this year

Branden Gerson
December 18, 2020
Digital Media Editor Valery Barrera takes a virtual booth photo during the National High School Journalism Convention on Nov. 21. She also won an Honorable Mention award in videography and fourth place for Best Digital Story of the Year.

Students virtually attend national journalism convention

Branden Gerson
December 9, 2020
The Dodgers won the World Series just 16 days after the Lakers were crowned NBA champions. For Los Angeles sports fans, this year has been one they will cherish.

Los Angeles celebrates as Dodgers win first World Series in 32 years

Branden Gerson
November 5, 2020
Talia Guppy and Frances Marion are Mental Health Practitioners with the Los Angeles Unified School District Human Relations, Diversity and Equity department. They gave a presentation during the Pride Club meeting on Oct. 1.

Club Corner: Pride Club a place to connect

Branden Gerson
October 1, 2020
"Call of Duty: Warzone" combines the Call of Duty gameplay with Battle Royale gameplay to give users the best gaming experience.

“Call of Duty: Warzone” brings Battle Royale to the traditional Call of Duty game

Branden Gerson
June 1, 2020
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