Cameron Chow drops his anchor for the academic island of Mira Costa
After substituting last year for Paula Bozeman’s English classes, Chow was hired as an English teacher and beginning journalism teacher and is well received by the students.
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Month: December 2011
Save your carrots for Too Many Bunnies club to help our cute friends
During Too Many Bunnies club, the members discuss ways to raise funds for the adoption program at Baley’s shelter. On occasion the club receives visits from Baley herself, who brings bunnies to the classroom and tells stories about each bunny’s personal history. […]
Local mom spreads good karma with the Karma Clothing store
Karma is what goes around and comes back around. That is the concept of a new resale store, Karma Clothing, that has recently opened in Hermosa Beach. Something unique about this store is that a percentage of its sales go back to community charities. […]
“Hugo” delights with innocence and brillance
Isaac Siegemund-Broka Staff Writer When the Internet Movie Database “Keywords” section for a film includes the words “robot,” “1930s, “ “clock,” and “orphan,” one has to wonder if such strikingly different aspects could ever come […]
Costa’s Drama starts the holiday season with benefit show
By Isaac Seigemund-Broka Staff Writer Holiday cheer has come to the stage at Mira Costa. On Dec. 8, the Mira Costa Drama Department hosted a Winter Benefit show, a student-run fundraiser for the Manhattan Beach […]
“Arthur Christmas” delights audiences of all ages
As the holidays roll in, many conjure up the Christmas spirit they’ve been storing away the whole year. “Arthur Christmas”, directed by Sarah Smith, teaches meaningful lessons while also bringing fun, childhood memories to surface. […]
Wrestling proves strength at Peninsula High
By Ryan Franklin Sports Editor The wrestling team competed on Dec. 7 in its second tournament of the season at Peninsula High. The tournament included teams such as South Torrance, Warren High, Santa Monica, and […]
Dodge, Duck, Dip, Dive and Dodge
By Duncan Gregory and Kyle Allen Theme Editor/ Editor and Chief It’s no secret that the dodgeball tournament has taken Mira Costa by storm. There are stronger teams than ever before; from the all-powerful “I […]
Girls soccer falls in early hole before tearing up Chadwick for six goals and a Costa win
By Rebecca Hext Staff Writer The Mira Costa girls soccer team defeated Chadwick in an away match on Dec. 6, improving its record to 3-1. Early in the first half, a hand-ball was called against […]
Gellar rides a wave into Costa
By Kara Patman Contributing Writer There is a maverick surf legend in town, a teacher, a friend, a coach, and most of all a surfer. Meet Tracy Geller. Hundreds of kids have been his students […]