Planned burning of the Qu’ran embarrasses nation
There is currently a threat to host a deliberately provocative demonstration in which activisists will burn the Qu’ran on Sept. 11. […]
Opinion
Ben Dale sets clear, obtainable goals
Principal Ben Dale has laid out two goals: improved and more accessible technology and heightened school spirit on campus. Given the nature of Mira Costa and the Manhattan Beach Unified School District in general, these are appropriate and reachable goals. […]
Student of the Year process needs student input
For several years, Mira Costa has used a selection system that ensures that all Student of the Year nominees are extremely accomplished and worthy of their nomination. However, this process allows only teachers and administrators to vote, eliminating the unique perspective that seniors have on their classmates and putting candidates without strong teacher relationships at a disadvantage. […]
Voters made wrong choice at polls
The eight-way assembly contest for the Democratic nomination really showed just how difficult it is to win an election. James Lau, the most qualified candidate for the 53rd Assembly District Democratic nomination, lost despite being an early front runner. […]
Staff Editorial: New AP/Honors commitment policy takes crackdown a step too far
Mira Costa’s recently established AP policy policy infringes upon a student’s ability to learn effectively and unfairly requires students to make crucial academic decisions about their future based on little information. […]
Editor’s Note: After 60 years, La Vista continues to progress
As we enter the 2010-11 school year, we have plenty of milestones to reflect on and much to look forward to. […]
Senior Goodbyes: Web Editor-in-Chief Jackie Lee
Thank you, Mira Costa, for giving me four unforgettable years, caring teachers who value dreams and opportunities to mold a beautiful future. […]
Obama’s Nuclear Policy: Progressive and Peaceful
President Barack Obama enacted a landmark change in the United States’ nuclear weapons policy on April 6. This new proposal follows a changing world and creates a peaceful role for the United States. […]
Honors English applications improve with new essays
Friday, April 30, 2010 By Emma Rosenbaum Calender Editor On April 17, the English Department administered its new application system for accelerated and honors classes. This recent decision will have a positive effect on the […]
Editor’s Note: Senioritis may be a chance for a new perspective
Senioritis is a term often kicked around. Most times it is used in jest among students, a nudge-and-wink recognition that their peers just want to relax when second semester hits. Lately, it has begun to enter the vernacular of teachers, administrators and even those pesky college emails. […]