Band program hosts annual Pops concert
By Amelia Ward Opinion Editor Costa’s band program hosted its annual Pops Concert on June 1 at 7 p.m. in the Costa auditorium. The symphonic band opened the concert with “The Simpsons,” by Dany Elfman, […]
Articles by 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.
Redondo Beach holds annual outstanding Beach Life
By Alyssa Gonzalez Staff Writer Amelia Ward Online Editor in Chief This weekend, Redondo Beach was alive with vibrant energy as locals and tourists gathered for the anticipated Beach Life Festival 2023. This annual event, […]
Costa band program presents Percussion Ensemble Concert
By Amelia Ward Online Editor in Chief Costa band program presented the annual Percussion Ensemble on Wednesday at 7 p.m. in the small theater with percussion studio director Kevin Tran introducing the program and concert […]
A Slam Dunk: Ben Affleck’s ‘Air’ Breathes New Life into the Michael Jordan Story
Online Editor in Chief Amelia Ward Ben Affleck’s ‘Air’ is a triumph in sports documentary filmmaking, exploring the captivating story behind one of the most iconic shoe lines in the world of basketball. With expert […]
Cheers to Teachers: MBUSD Hosts Coffee Catering Service, ‘Cappuccino Man’ for Staff and Teachers
Online Editor in Chief Amelia Ward On Monday, May 1, MBUSD invited local coffee catering company ‘Cappuccino Man’ to distribute personalized coffee drinks to teachers and staff, celebrating their hard work and dedication. With Teacher […]
Softball falls to Redondo, 5-2
Amelia Ward Online Editor in Chief On Wednesday, softball faced off against long-time rivals Redondo Union Seahawks in a tough away conference game, ending in a loss 5-2. The game started off with neither team […]
MBUSD hosts All-District Build a Bridge choir concert
By Amelia Ward Online Editor in Chief On March 21, Manhattan Beach Unified School District (MBUSD) hosted its Build a Bridge choir concert with performances from Mira Costa, Manhattan Beach Middle School, Robinson, Meadows, Pennekamp, […]
Mira Costa hosts annual Scholar Quiz
Amelia Ward Online Editor in Chief The 2023 Mira Costa Scholar Quiz began Mar. 21, 2023, and will continue over a six-day period. Costa’s Scholar Quiz is a jeopardy-like trivia tournament with over 250 participating […]
Costa ASB hosts Viva Las Vegas Spring Formal
Amelia Ward Online Editor in Chief Mira Costa’s Associated Student Body (ASB) is hosting Costa’s annual spring dance “Viva Las Vegas” on Mar. 18th, 2023, from 6-10 P.M. at the Zimmerman Automobile Museum in El […]
MBUSD hosts second annual Social and Emotional Learning week
Amelia Ward Online Editor in Chief MBUSD is celebrating their district-wide Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) week Mar. 6-10, 2023 with events on MBUSD campuses promoting student well-being, positive relationships, and the importance of maintaining […]