Boys track beats Redondo; girls lose to the Seahawks
The Mira Costa Track and Field team competed against Redondo Union High School last Thursday. Boys varsity performed well while the girls team lost to the Sea Hawks. […]
Month: April 2014
Costa boys track and field places first in South Bay Champs, girls come in third
In the South Bay Track and Field Championships at West Torrance High School on Saturday, the Costa boys track and field team finished in first, while the girls team took third. […]
Boys golf defeats Chadwick High School, 173-229, remains undefeated
The Mira Costa boys golf team continued its undefeated season on Tuesday with a win over Chadwick High School, 173-229, at Chester Washington. […]
“Transcendence” proves thought-provoking, yet confusing
The film “Transcendence,” directed by Wally Pfister, explores these pros and cons of the increasingly-digitalized world, which despite this fascinating premise, is weighed down by a convoluted storyline. Nevertheless, the film’s acting and writing keeps the audience hooked, taking viewers on an intellectual, electrifying journey through a dystopian world. […]
Staff Editorial: Four-year planning should include more one-on-one time
The four-year planning system for freshmen, provided by Costa guidance counselors, is beneficial for creating an outline of a potential course load. However, students need more time with the counselors and need to be given […]
Staff Editorial: Teacher slowdown is justified but detrimental to Costa’s students
The Manhattan Beach Unified Teachers’ Association’s decision to begin a teacher “slowdown” as a method to reach a satisfactory end to contract negotiations is a viable way to increase awareness for the issue, even though […]
Mira Costa takes annual trip to France
By Jessica Miller Staff Writer Students are able to learn about language and culture in ways other than sitting in a classroom, and the Mira Costa France trip allows students to do just that. The […]
Community members, MBUTA address Board on district budget discrepancy
Teachers and community members expressed concerns at the Manhattan Beach Unified School District Board of Trustees meeting on Wednesday regarding $1,033,000 that the Board claims to have mistakenly charged to the incorrect fund. […]
Neon Trees’ newest studio album, “Pop Psychology,” adds dimension to indie- alternative rock
“Pop Psychology” proves to be yet another successful series of tracks from the prolific Neon Trees, featuring a catchy ‘80s rock vibe, supported by clever implementation of the guitar and piano. In addition to the band’s strong instrumental foundation, the profound lyrics make the album a success.
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Nationally-ranked freshman Shante Robinson breaks five school records in track
Ranked third in the state for the freshman 100-meter hurdles, freshman hurdler and sprinter Shante Robinson has proven to be a valued member of the Mira Costa track and field team. In her first year at Costa, Robinson has broken five school records. […]