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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
Jasmine Thompson

Jasmine Thompson, Opinion Editor

Jasmine Thompson is a junior and this year’s Opinion Editor for The Pearl Post. It is her second year on staff and she hopes to help the staff writers speak up for what they believe in and be communicative with her team. Outside of The Pearl Post, Jasmine is the secretary for the Class of 2027 and enjoys listening to music while journaling.

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Seniors Delilha Trujillo and Serena Elkins perform the song "Walk Like an Egyptian" by The Bangles during the World Music Day performance on Oct. 30.

World Music Day brings students together through song

Louise Gaguet, Alex Salcedo, and Jasmine Thompson
November 4, 2025
Freshman Skylar Saji sings "IDONTWANTTOBEYOUANYMORE" by Billie Eilish during the World Music Day concert on Oct. 30.

Senior Serena Elkins sings "Somewhere Only We Know" by Keane during the World Music Day performance on Nov. 15.

Junior Linus Bossardt sings "Alive" by Pearl Jam during the World Music Day concert on Oct. 30.

Senior Delilah "Bound To You" by Christina Aguilera at the World Music Day performance on Oct. 30.

Freshman Niya Bowers attends a “No Kings” protest in Glendale on June 14. Throughout the United States, many participated in “No Kings” demonstrations on June 14 to counter president Donald Trump’s 79th birthday and military parade celeberating the Army’s 250th anniversary to protest the Trump administration’s policies.

How ICE raids and immigration affect mental health

Desirae Carns and Jasmine Thompson
October 30, 2025
Junior Jasmine Thompson sets the volleyball in a game against Taft Charter High School during her last volleyball game of the 2024 season.

Reflecting on a long journey of volleyball hardships, academics as a student-athlete

Jasmine Thompson
October 24, 2025

[Video] The impact of school shootings, safety in America

Jenny Marquez, Tania Lopez, and Jasmine Thompson
September 30, 2025
The class of 2025 throw their caps in the air at the end of their commencement ceremony on June 10.

[Photo] Class of 2025 celebrates with music and heartfelt speeches

Nadia Buer
June 11, 2025
Math teacher Goncalo Fino de Sousa performs various of his magic tricks during Pearlapalooza on May 31.

Community Shines at Pearlapalooza with Film, Fun and Festivities

Jasmine Thompson and Isabella Tolosa
June 9, 2025
On Jan. 29, senior Kristin Intal was confirmed to be one of two valedictorians of the Class of 2025. With a final weighted GPA of 4.3, Intal has demonstrated hard work and dedication throughout her high school years. She will be attending University of California San Diego and planed to major in biology.

One of two, Valedictorian Kristin Intal looks back on her legacy of hard work and academic success

Jasmine Thompson
June 5, 2025
PearlaPalooza is a festival celebrating the school’s different departments and programs hosted at Daniel Pearl Magnet High School. The event will consist of live performances, workshops and competitions for everyone to enjoy.

Workshops, competitions, community: DPMHS prepares for long-awaited Pearlapalooza

Jasmine Thompson
May 23, 2025
Junior Sebastian Olfatmanesh sings a rendition of "Head Over Feet" by Alanis Morissette during the Spring Concert on May 1.

[Photo] Melodies bloom at the Spring Concert

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

[Video] Student journalists in the age of the Trump Administration

Jenny Marquez and Jasmine Thompson
April 30, 2025
Sophomore Jasmine Thompson admires a mural at the Huntington Library. The library features a wide variety of art collections and botanical gardens that attract visitors from all over.

Spring break bliss: A perfect day according to Jasmine

Jasmine Thompson
April 11, 2025
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
Black representation is barely seen in films. Black representation should be shown more in multimedia to teach people the importance of the culture.

Proper black representation should be seen more in media

Jasmine Thompson
February 27, 2025
Rapper Kendrick Lamar stuns viewers of this year's Super Bowl with an astonishing performance of his greatest hits such as "Not Like Us" and "Squabble Up."

Kendrick Lamar delivers dynamic performance during the Super Bowl Half-Time Show

Jasmine Thompson
February 12, 2025
This year, the 67th Grammys were held on Feb. 2 at the Crypto.com Area in Downtown Los Angeles. The Grammys is a music award show that honors the best recordings, composition and artists in the music industry.

The top 6 moments of the 2025 Grammys

Jasmine Thompson
February 7, 2025
Sophomore Andrea Arosemena shoots a ball during her Junior Varsity basketball game against Chatsworth High School on Jan. 29.

[Photo] Photo of the Week

August 19, 2025
Freshman Brenden Rosenthal opens the TikTok app during his period 2 Photography class on Jan 31. TikTok was set to be banned on Jan. 18 but President Trump shortly issued an executive order postponing the TikTok ban's enforcement for 75 days.

Delay in TikTok ban: What it means for users

Jasmine Thompson
January 31, 2025
As Southern California residents worry for their loved ones and their own safety during the wildfires that have caused damage across Los Angeles, social media users act insensitively with unnecessary comments.

Social media users need to stop being insensitive during natural disasters

Jasmine Thompson
January 10, 2025
With her hit single “Sailor Song,” alternative artist Gigi Preze captivates listeners with her bold statements on sensitive topics and being a safe haven for teens.

Gigi Perez creates her own “fable” with new stardom

Jasmine Thompson
December 11, 2024
Coach Andrea Rodriguez (far right) leads a dance class for the Keep Youth Doing Something (KYDS) after school program on Nov. 19. Juniors Ariana Lopez Villacorta and Nemesi Martinez Morales enjoy participating in the program’s dance program and use this opportunity to reside in a safe space after school hours.

KYDS keeps students busy, engaged

Jasmine Thompson
December 6, 2024
Senior Leeron Nakash rehearses "Don't Speak" by No Doubt on Nov. 13 to prepare for World Music Day.

World Music Day continues to stay golden despite challenges

Jasmine Thompson
November 13, 2024
Copy of Ava mug shot bg out

[Photo] The Pearl Voice: Do you think the Supreme Court of the United States is biased with their rulings?

November 1, 2024
"Chromakopia" was released on Oct. 28 which includes 14 songs and a run time of 53 minutes. Tyler, the Creator's fans are listening in awe as they contribute to the album's skyrocketing success.

Album Review: Tyler, the Creator sends listeners to a whole new universe with “Chromakopia” album

Jasmine Thompson
October 31, 2024
Math teacher Goncalo Sousa stands on classroom tables to show their effectiveness and sturdiness during a lockdown drill during his period 5 pre-calculus class on Sept. 11. Some students worried the tables would break under pressure.

Students feel unsafe, teachers comfort them

Jasmine Thompson
October 29, 2024
Freshman Alina Knayzan and Silvi Khevoyan dress up in pajamas for Pajama Day on Oct. 7.

Creativity shines throughout campus during Spirit Week

Alex Salcedo, Tania Lopez, Andrew Pulido Gonzalez, Emma Rosenberg, Jasmine Thompson, and Isabella Tolosa
October 14, 2024
New video production teacher Tennessee Norton shows sophomore Sprout Robins-Yerke how to properly work a camera during period 2 on Sept. 17.

Behind the scenes with the new video production teacher

Jasmine Thompson
September 19, 2024
Science teacher Ani Zohrabyan helps out freshman Brandon Gomez in her period 4 biology class on Aug. 29.

New science teacher takes on unfilled position

Jasmine Thompson
September 4, 2024
Sophomore Tobias Bechdholt stretches during practice on March 20. Bechdholt is on the Birmingham Community Charter High School varsity boys track and field team, where he competes in pole vault and hurdles events.

Bechdholt clinches first place in pole vaulting championship

Jasmine Thompson
June 7, 2024
Freshman Daniel Salazar runs around the track during track and field practice at Birmingham Community Charter High School on Jan. 18. During the off-season, Salazar remains consistent by dedicating time to training at the Rose Bowl.

Athlete of the Month: Salazar on track for triumph

Jasmine Thompson
January 31, 2024
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