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  • April 12SBAC Testing from Monday, April 22 to Monday, April 29
  • April 12Mario Kart Tournament from 3:45 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the library on Wednesday, April 17
  • April 9Concert by the Gay Men’s Chorus in the MPR on Friday, April 12
  • April 8Lockdown Drill at 10:25 a.m. on Wednesday, April 17
  • April 8Fiesta Friday during lunch in the Grove on Friday, April 12
  • April 8RESCHEDULED: Biliteracy Testing during Period 3 on Thursday, April 11

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
Through a math research project at CSUN, Online Editor-in-Chief Michael Chidbachian has gotten a head start in his math career.

Michael Chidbachian, Online Editor-in-Chief

Michael Chidbachian is the Online Editor-in-Chief of The Pearl Post. This is Michael’s third and final year on staff. Alongside The Pearl Post, Michael also writes for Youth Radio and has had a piece published on the LA Times website. Michael loves watching a wide range of Netflix originals and listening to alternative/rock music on his free time. When he's not doing math, Michael is usually found in his school's one hallway scaring his best friends. You can get in contact with Michael through Instagram or Twitter @michaelvchid

All content by Michael Chidbachian
This was Online Editor-in-Chief Michael Chidbachian and Print Editor-in-Chief Kirsten Cintigos third year on staff.

Editorial: Reflecting on this year’s publication progress

Kirsten Cintigo and Michael Chidbachian
May 24, 2019
Print Editor-in-Chief Kirsten Cintigo spent the first day of the convention at the Ocean Life Marine Institute.

[Photo] The Pearl Post wins Online Pacemaker, various awards at NHSJC

Christopher Sarenana and Parampreet Aulakh
May 1, 2019
A teenager ollies off the back of a tow truck parked in the plaza while spectators watch and record the stunt.

Plaza at Victory and Balboa serves as nexus for illicit activity

Michael Chidbachian and Rudraj Koppikar
December 7, 2018
Through a math research project at CSUN, Online Editor-in-Chief Michael Chidbachian has gotten a head start in his math career.

Editorial: Online EIC hopes for a more interactive and user-friendly website

Michael Chidbachian
September 17, 2018
In a photo from last year, editors browse through study guides for standardized exams.

Leaked August SAT test may call for canceled scores

Michael Chidbachian
August 30, 2018
Students in the second period AP Calculus class are working on projects that they would present to the Pre-Calculus students as a way to encourage them to join the class.

Equity brings another Spanish teacher, one less math teacher

Michael Chidbachian and Sergio Payeras
May 31, 2018
Various sessions were held like this one to offer tips on getting better interviews.

[Photo] Students take home multiple awards at national journalism convention in San Francisco

Kirsten Cintigo
April 17, 2018

DPMHS discusses how to make school campuses safe from The Pearl Post on Vimeo.

Bullet holes in school’s safety preparedness plans

Michael Chidbachian and Rudraj Koppikar
March 8, 2018
Freshman Gio Dominguez and junior Emely Felix touch starfish during their field trip at the California Science Center this past Friday.

Students explore beyond the living world at California Science Center

Michael Chidbachian
February 8, 2018
Lin-Manuel Miranda tells students that he wrote the stories that needed to be told, not the ones people wanted to hear. 

“Hamilton” writer hits stage at Panorama High School

Michael Chidbachian
August 17, 2017
Editors Michael Chidbachian and Kirsten Cintigo after receiving second place for both the online and print publications at the 2017 SoCal L.A. Press Club Awards in June 2017.

The Pearl Post places second twice at 59th L.A. Press Club Awards

Michael Chidbachian
June 28, 2017
Madge has been going around to sign yearbooks as a why to say a final goodbye

Students might have to say goodbye to loved staffer

Michael Chidbachian
June 7, 2017
Sparkle Saturday volunteers Kyle Peraza, Elijah Lonnboy and Ethan Zinshteyn carry plants to various sections in the school.

Students make school spic and span on Sparkle Saturday

Michael Chidbachian
May 16, 2017
Sophomore Karina Mara explains the clothing choice of sophomores Christine Valenzuela and David Mallari during the Fashion Show.

Club Corner: New Fashion Club up next on club runway

Michael Chidbachian
May 8, 2017
A volunteer sets mulch in a potted plant during last years Sparkle Saturday event.

School wide beautification scheduled for May 13

Michael Chidbachian
May 5, 2017
Families enjoy the Festival of Books together.

6 things we loved at the Festival of Books

Michael Chidbachian
April 26, 2017
Junior David Palacios, sophomore Emely Felix and senior Katie Lashley recite their classic poem “Television” by Roald Dahl.

Poetry slam performances feature hidden talents

Michael Chidbachian
April 4, 2017
School officials, police join forces to reduce drug use on campus

School officials, police join forces to reduce drug use on campus

Michael Chidbachian and Amanda Jimenez
March 27, 2017
Danielle Valenzuela is awarded with her design after submitting it into the 2017 Northwest STEAM Fest T-shirt design.

Senior Danielle Valenzuela wins T-shirt design contest for the Northwest STEAM Fest

Michael Chidbachian
March 2, 2017
Screenshot from YouTube CGI revives Peter Cushing’s character in “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.”

CGI bringing back dead actors causes controversy

Michael Chidbachian
February 14, 2017
Screenshot from YouTube Kelly McGonigal: How to make stress your friend Students undergo lots of stress on a daily basis from friends, family and school. Psychologist Kelly McGonigal explains how to change the effects of stress and make it something that can be viewed as essential to a person’s life.

TED Talks filled with insight for growing minds

Michael Chidbachian
December 15, 2016

Daniel Pearl World Music Day from The Pearl Post on Vimeo.

Annual Daniel Pearl World Music Day finishes with a cultural, poetic spin

Michael Chidbachian and Eva Kaganovsky
November 3, 2016

DPWMD Preview from The Pearl Post on Vimeo.

Students prepare for Daniel Pearl World Music Day

, Eva Kaganovsky, and Michael Chidbachian
October 21, 2016
Fox News is a common media outlet that is known for being politically and racially bias.

Media bias misleading public’s view

Michael Chidbachian
September 30, 2016
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[Photo] Students attend house awards assembly

September 22, 2016
Athlete of the Month: Genesis Ocampo

Athlete of the Month: Genesis Ocampo

Michael Chidbachian
September 8, 2016
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