Jessie and Julia look back on the past year
By Jessie Rosenfeld and Julia Sheth Editors-In-Chief We started off our year as editors-in-chief, walking in the rain to the La Vista room with tears in our eyes as we realized that we would have […]
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Players commit to taking their game to whole new level
Delaney Whittet, Ryan Ulrich, Nick Lee Sports Editors Jessie Rosenfeld and Julia Sheth Editors in Chief Junior Ashley Kim verbally committed to the University of Michigan this month. Kim will join the Michigan class of […]
MBPD continues investigation, investigates possible sources
The Manhattan Beach Police Department has been conducting an investigation of the Costa campus after the main office secretary received a bomb threat today from an anonymous caller, which resulted in the evacuation of all Costa students, Executive Director of Educational Services Carolyn Seaton said. […]
Student input makes evaluations thorough
By Julia Sheth Arts Editor The current process of evaluating teachers at Costa is incomplete because although it allows teachers to choose between three methods of evaluation, the 360-evaluation, the pilot evaluation and the goals-based […]
Outside Lands Festival is on the road to success with a wide range of performers
By Julia Sheth Arts Editor Coachella has evidently created very high standards for the caliber of music festivals throughout California. From the information released thus far, it looks like this year’s Outside Lands Music and […]
Disney’s new film, “Cinderella,” puts unique twist on classic tale
Although the characters in the film “Cinderella,” directed by Kenneth Branagh, seem one-dimensional at times, it is an entertaining film due to the new twist it puts on a classic tale, with a convincing cast, detailed imagery and a well-developed plot.
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The Grammys awards show disappoints
By Julia Sheth Arts Editor Unoriginal and over-the-top, this years Grammys – the most watched music awards show – proved to be a disappointment. Although there were a few engaging stand-out performances, the Grammys failed […]
“Selma” inspires viewers
Winning Best Original Song at the Golden Globes, “Selma” is an international success because of its inspirational messages. […]
“Mockingjay Part 1” astounds
Directed by Francis Lawrence, “Mockingjay Part 1” showcases all of the greatest aspects of the novel “Mockingjay,” by Suzanne Collins, with intense emotions, a dark atmosphere and a powerful protagonist. In addition, the movie improves upon the book by removing plot holes and increasing action. The actors also make the film become more of a reality through displaying genuine feelings and reactions to the gruesome events throughout the film.
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“Jazz Age” illustrates Motley’s career
The “Archibald Motley: Jazz Age Modernist” exhibit, on display at the Los Angeles County Museum of the Art, creates a vivid and lively atmosphere through Motley’s colorful and energetic paintings. […]