March 7, 2026
About Amelia Ward
Amelia Ward is a senior Copy Editor at La Vista, responsible for covering community-wide and school issues. Formerly Opinion Editor and Online Editor-in-Chief, Amelia approaches reporting with a commitment to accuracy and integrity. Outside of La Vista, Amelia enjoys cheerleading, studying French, surfing, and spending time at the beach.

Study Zones Strain Students

May 19, 2025 Amelia Ward 0

Costa’s new attendance policy is well-intentioned, but it could unintentionally make habitual truancy worse. Under the policy, students with seven or more absences are assigned to Study Zone, a mandatory four-hour session on Saturday mornings. […]

Put Your Phone Down

April 1, 2025 Amelia Ward 0

Amelia Ward Copy Editor In an era dominated by smartphones and digital media, staying focused has never been more difficult–especially for students. Platforms like TikTok, designed for rapid endless engagement, have become one of the […]

Costa on Senioritis

March 4, 2025 Amelia Ward 0

Each year seniors face a widely recognized phenomenon known as “senioritis”—a general decline in motivation, academic engagement, and overall performance felt during a student’s final year of high school. Senioritis typically arises from academic burnout, […]

Costa on Senioritis

March 3, 2025 Amelia Ward 0

Amelia Ward Copy Editor Each year seniors face a widely recognized phenomenon known as “senioritis”—a general decline in motivation, academic engagement, and overall performance felt during a student’s final year of high school. Senioritis typically […]

Leadership Under Fire

January 27, 2025 Amelia Ward 0

The devastating wildfires sweeping Los Angeles County have fueled debates about resource management and leadership effectiveness. Governor Gavin Newsom and Mayor Karen Bass have faced sharp criticism, alongside praise for their responses. The situation has […]

Tim Walz dominates VP Debate

October 31, 2024 Amelia Ward 0

 On Oct. 1, 2024 the vice presidential debate took place in New York City between Democratic Governor Tim Walz and Republican Senator J.D. Vance. Both candidates made valid arguments and showed prominent leadership qualities yet […]

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