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MORE PATRIOTS INCOMING: Oxford Academy will increase its enrollment of students who live outside of the Anaheim Union School District. (Photo by Millie Kwon)
Oxford to increase student enrollment
March 5, 2025
COLLABORATIVE EQUITY: CSULB professor Dr. Jose Moreno presented various statistics illustrating academic achievement disparities between AUHSD's ethnic groups and genders, urging the community to partake in LCAP to address them.
AUHSD begins LCAP for 2024-25 school year
March 5, 2025
Jasmine Nguyen (10), Lynn Huynh (10), and Julissa Boykin (12) celebrate BSU's Black History Week with trivia-themed Jenga in the quad. (Photo by Tyler Nguyen)
BSU honors culture, labor, legacy with Black History Week
March 5, 2025
Making their mark: Secretary Dominique Pagaduan (most left), Vice President Jolie Diep (second to left), President Elie Nguyen (second to right), and Treasurer Annie Gao (most right) are ready to lead Oxford (collage by Audrey Lee).
The 25-26 ASB Executive Board are ready to make their mark
March 5, 2025
STRENGTHENING SUPPORT: As the Trump administration enforces strict immigration policies, AUHSD is leveling up support for its undocumented students.
AUHSD offers support for undocumented students amid federal changes
February 6, 2025
Limiting Beliefs: Due to pressure to create a “spike” early in high school, students can feel the need to “box themselves in” to a certain pathway
Pressure to pick a path hinders students from finding passion
March 5, 2025
The AI Coup: Musk's integration of AI in the government threatens American ideals with unreliable motivations.
Musk’s AI coup runs far deeper than its guise of efficiency
March 5, 2025
Federal Attacks: President Donald Trump's buyout adds to his action items against the federal workforce's size, harming American citizens.
Trump’s federal workforce buyout robs American services
March 5, 2025
The American Nightmare: Trump's interference in the arts endangers creativity, compassion, and freedom at large.
Censorship under Trump threatens expression
March 5, 2025
Locked Out: Paywalls restrict critical information behind fees, leaving low-income Americans in the dark on key news and decisions.
Paywalls gatekeep knowledge for low-income Americans
March 5, 2025
SHOP VINTAGE: At popular events such as Long Beach Flea, uou can find unique items curated by local business owner Jordi Romero
Exploring a passion for fashion with junior Jordi Romero
March 5, 2025
ColorforJuli: Hope of rekindling her creative side sprouted into a passion-filled nail tech business. (Illustrated by Kathleen Vo)
Julia Cayabyab polishes the perfect nail business
March 5, 2025
Creative ways to create your perfect picnic
Creative ways to create your perfect picnic
March 5, 2025
Celebrate Friendship: Show appreciation for all the friends in your life with these Galentine’s day ideas
Galentine’s Day ideas to celebrate fun & friendships
February 6, 2025
Lovely Picnic: Enjoy one of these pastries whether under the sun or from a cutely wrapped gift box.
Switch up sweet treats for your Valentine
February 6, 2025
Fun Yet Formulaic: Tate McRae's latest album is a divisive mix of sparkly, 2000s pop-inspired anthems and gratingly generic love songs that fail to captivate.
Tate McRae gets “So Close” to 2000s pop perfection
March 5, 2025
Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl show unveils the hidden U.S. game
Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl show unveils the hidden U.S. game
March 5, 2025
BookTok sullies modern literature
BookTok sullies modern literature
March 5, 2025
Health on Hold: Music labels fail to provide new artists with sufficient healthcare resources. (Illustration by Gia Nguyen)
Record labels neglect new artists’ healthcare
March 5, 2025
Invisible Strings: Acclaimed award shows are “rigged” due to their bias and exclusivity in nominations and awardees.
Bias takes center stage in award shows
February 6, 2025
W is for Winners: The girls basketball team poses for a celebration photo after winning their CIF playoffs against Faith Baptist High School
Girls basketball and soccer tackle CIFs
March 5, 2025
Sibling Magic: Shay shows off her power at the plate, knocking big brother Mac right off his feet! (Photo by Mikaela Woo)
Tiettmeyer Duo: Masters of the balancing act
March 5, 2025
Senior athletes commit to their futures
March 5, 2025
TEAM CAPTAINS: (Pictured left to right, top to bottom) Track and Field captains Andrew Nguyen (12), Samuel Gatonye (12), and Lee Littler (11); Baseball team captains Elijah Spessert (12) and Logan Lavoie (11); Softball team captain Kuhu Gupta (12); Boys Tennis team captains Derek Di (11), Charles Phan (12), and Jaden Zhang (11); and Boys Volleyball team captains Dawson Nguyen (11) and Andy Ha (12).
Captains spring into new season
February 6, 2025
LET THE GAMES BEGIN: X games at Buttermilk Ski Resort in Aspen, Colorado
Breaking extreme snow barriers at the 2025 Winter X Games
February 6, 2025
Girls Golf Captain senior Melody Oh is the 605 League CIF Girls Golf Champion.
The Unicorn Podcast S01E02: Melody Oh
November 21, 2024
Halloween at Oxford
Halloween at Oxford
November 1, 2024
Students enjoy "A Night of Floating Lights" at Fall Ball
Students enjoy “A Night of Floating Lights” at Fall Ball
October 30, 2024
Senior Cameron Oates discusses his musical journey and future plans with Gamut staffer Kenzie Laing.
The Unicorn Podcast S01E01: Cameron Oates
October 30, 2024
Hope Homecoming: A Night to Remember
Hope Homecoming: A Night to Remember
October 28, 2024
Halloween at Oxford
Halloween at Oxford
November 1, 2024
Students enjoy "A Night of Floating Lights" at Fall Ball
Students enjoy “A Night of Floating Lights” at Fall Ball
October 30, 2024
Hope Homecoming: A Night to Remember
Hope Homecoming: A Night to Remember
October 28, 2024
CAMP OUT: The long line to pay for AP exams resembled the queue for a sold-out concert. Today was the last day to pay for the tests.
Students brave long lines to pay for AP exams
October 18, 2024
Girls Golf Captain senior Melody Oh is the 605 League CIF Girls Golf Champion.
The Unicorn Podcast S01E02: Melody Oh
November 21, 2024
Senior Cameron Oates discusses his musical journey and future plans with Gamut staffer Kenzie Laing.
The Unicorn Podcast S01E01: Cameron Oates
October 30, 2024
AUHSD Layoffs, ep. 2: Educators Speak
March 18, 2024
AUHSD Layoffs, ep. 1: Responses at the District
March 18, 2024
(Collage by Zoharys Jaen)
Senior Features, ep 3: Sound of Brass and Wind
March 14, 2024
November 2024 Centerspread
November 21, 2024
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October 30, 2024
October 2024 Comics
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October 30, 2024
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September 26, 2024
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September 25, 2024
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November 21, 2024
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October 30, 2024
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September 26, 2024
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May 7, 2024
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April 2024 Comics
April 1, 2024
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March 18, 2024
Photo collage by her daughter
Students form support group after being exposed by @oabadparking
April 1, 2024
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World implodes: Matcha lattes are no more
April 1, 2024
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April 2024 Cover
April 1, 2024
PDA at OA homecoming sparks new mono variant
PDA at OA homecoming sparks new mono variant
April 1, 2024
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April 1, 2024

The Gamut

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Isabella Sanchez

Isabella Sanchez, Podcast Producer

Now in her second year at Gamut, Isabella Sanchez has stepped into her role as the podcast producer, blending her passions for storytelling and art. As an illustrator, Isabella loves turning writers’ ideas into intriguing visuals, especially for the op-ed section. Her artistic talent extends beyond illustration; she loves crocheting and playing the guitar and piano. Isabella’s bubbly spirit shines through her daily lifestyle, as she hopes to decorate her room with yellow, natural environments, and stars. Involved in the robotics club, Isabella embraces her STEM side and aims to become an astronaut, swimming among the starry expanse of space. A lover of science fiction, a fan of Frank Sinatra, and a foodie (she loves pineapple on pizza), Isabella hopes to broaden her perspective on the world and uncover new interests. Geared up with her trusty Doc Martens, she always lives by her motto of “Expect the unexpected,” capturing her approach to life – open, curious, and always ready for the next adventure.

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Bewitchment for Bookworms: Enjoy a Valentine's date with a splendid love story!

Sugar-sweet books for the season of love

Natalie Akins, Staff Writer • February 6, 2025

Bewitchment for Bookworms: Enjoy a Valentine's date with a splendid love story!

BATTLE OF HOLIDAY HITS: Highlighting new and underrated holiday music gems over classics.

Battling over the crown of holiday music

Kenzie Laing, Staff Writer • December 12, 2024

BATTLE OF HOLIDAY HITS: Highlighting new and underrated holiday music gems over classics.

Girls Golf Captain senior Melody Oh is the 605 League CIF Girls Golf Champion.

The Unicorn Podcast S01E02: Melody Oh

Mikaela Woo and Isabella Sanchez • November 21, 2024

Senior Cameron Oates discusses his musical journey and future plans with Gamut staffer Kenzie Laing.

The Unicorn Podcast S01E01: Cameron Oates

Kenzie Laing and Isabella Sanchez • October 30, 2024

CREATIVE CRAFTSMANSHIP: It's easy to create fun eco-friendly alternatives to traditional Halloween costumes and activities.

Wicked ways to go green during Halloween

Jasmine Nguyen, Staff Writer • October 30, 2024

CREATIVE CRAFTSMANSHIP: It's easy to create fun eco-friendly alternatives to traditional Halloween costumes and activities.

Leading Changes: AUHSD Coordinator of Learning and Development Dr. Roxanna Hernandez presents information about the LCAP and its action items at the final meeting on May 9.

AUHSD LCAP’s final meeting comes to consensus, unveils upcoming changes

June 5, 2024

Leading Changes: AUHSD Coordinator of Learning and Development Dr. Roxanna Hernandez presents information about the LCAP and its action items at the final meeting on May 9.

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ALL RIFS RESCINDED

May 10, 2024

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Brandy Melville’s twisted fashion fiasco

Mikaela Woo, Sports Editor • May 7, 2024

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Ditching the basic Prom tuxedo for dynamic suiting

Nathan Perera, Arts & Entertainment Editor • March 18, 2024

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Glaring double standards strain Women of color in Hollywood

Justin Le and Nathan Perera • March 18, 2024

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Reviving standardized testing widens the college admissions gap

Celine Park, Staff Writer • March 18, 2024

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“Mean Girls” musical adaptation enters the Burn Book of film

Nandita Bussa and Justin Le • February 1, 2024

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TikTok’s preteen frenzy unveils Sephora apocalypse

Millie Kwon, Staff Writer • February 1, 2024

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December 2023 Cover

December 14, 2023

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November 2023 Centerfold

November 16, 2023

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The opioid overdose epidemic calls for stricter fentanyl regulations

Audrey Lee and Celine Park • October 30, 2023

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Now landing at V's first stop: Layo(V)er

September 28, 2023

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How To: Romanticize the Start of the School Year

Mikaela Woo, Sports Editor • September 28, 2023

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