Annie Leibovitz gallery displays cultural shifts seen throughout the 1970s
Annie Leibovitz became one of the most well-known photographers with her photos depicting 1970s and 1980s pop culture and politics. […]
Year: 2019
Addressing the importance and the downfall of school safety drills
January’s active shooter drill offered many new insights to Mira Costa’s safety and was integral in allowing staff and students to practice and retain important information in the case of a school shooting. […]
Meat packaging ban should be considered before vote
In February of 2019, the Manhattan Beach City Council was delayed on a vote to eliminate foam meat trays in Manhattan Beach. […]
Teachers’ move toward reform should not impact Scholar Quiz
The recent teacher union disputes within the Manhattan Beach Unified School District has resulted in all classrooms being closed during snack and lunch as of Feb. 25. […]
Vaccinations are necessary for youth health
Childhood vaccinations have caused unnecessary controversy in the media due to a recent skyrocket in anti-vaccination movements. However, childhood vaccinations are necessary in order to prevent potentially fatal diseases. […]
Prevention of sexual assault should be a focus in classrooms
When a shocking NextDoor post came out about an alleged rapist walking Mira Costa’s halls last November, the rumor mill began churning and gossip spread like wildfire. […]
Staff Editorial: Issue 7
Teachers in the Manhattan Beach Unified School District have been in the process of negotiating a new contract with the district after operating for two years under a contract that expired in July of 2017. […]
Editorial Note: Issue 7
Federal prosecutors have recently charged Hollywood celebrities, CEOs and business executives for their involvement in a massive college admissions scheme, alleging that they bribed college admissions officers, athletic coaches and school officials to secure their child’s admission into some of the most prestigious colleges in the nation. […]
A Wicked Game
Manhattan Beach Unified Teacher’s Association came to a decision on Feb 25 for MCHS teachers to close their classrooms to students at snack, lunch and after school as a part of a district-wide slowdown. […]
Costa swim team competes in Redondo Relay Invite
Mira Costa swim team placed fourth in the Redondo Relay Invite against seven other schools including Redondo Union, Crescenta Valley, Palisades Charter, Peninsula, Torrance, Palos Verdes, and Mary Star on March 2. […]