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Mira Costa Meals

December 17, 2014 La Vista 0

With posts depicting meals that range from classic grilled cheeses to eclectic dim sum, Costa seniors Sarah Kennedy, Carson Hart and Miles Kluth’s “foodstagram” accounts have joined the latest trend of posting photos of food on individual Instagram accounts.
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Securing our Safety: Security Heightened after Threats

December 17, 2014 La Vista 0

On Nov. 20, Mira Costa students and staff returned to campus after the school closures on Nov. 18 and Nov. 19 due to threats posted on the app Yik Yak. During the two days that school was cancelled, the Manhattan Beach Police Department, the Manhattan Beach Unified School District and the Costa administration formulated a document detailing the school’s re-opening policies. […]

Kill ‘em with Kindness

December 17, 2014 La Vista 0

The phrase “be kind” may seem like a simple expression; however, according to junior Quin Severo, these two words have an incredibly powerful effect on the daily lives of human beings. […]

Aftermath of the Yak Attack

December 17, 2014 La Vista 0

On Nov. 17, Principal Dr. Ben Dale commenced a “lock-in-place” due to a potential threat that was broadcast through Yik Yak, a social media app that allows users to post thoughts or statements anonymously. The app was developed by two college graduates who intended the app to be used as a networking tool for college students. Yik Yak allows posts to be viewed by anyone within a 1.5-mile radius. Mira Costa staff and the Manhattan Beach Police Department collaborated when the threats were posted in order to take the proper precautions to ensure safety for students and staff members on campus.
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