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MAKING IT OFFICIAL: Oxford Academy FACES Karen Ortega and Anaheim Union High School District Board of Trustees President Annemarie Randle-Trejo cut the ribbon to officially open Oxford's Family Center as Trustees Brian O'Neal and Katherine Smith look on.
Oxford Academy opens new family center
October 30, 2024
SHEDDING LIGHT: Sylvia Mendez shares her story as one of the students represented by Mendez, et al v. Westminster School District of Orange County on Oct. 12, 2011, which will now be represented in classrooms through AB 1805 (Photo by Richard Rivera/Los Angeles District USACE)
AB 1805 bill writes Orange County civil rights case into textbooks
October 30, 2024
Newsom approves bill: With social media usage on the rise, preventing kids from forming addictions becomes high priority. (Photo by Gage Skidmore/Creative Commons)
Governor Newsom passes anti-social media bill
October 28, 2024
An artist’s depiction of the Europa Clipper reaching Jupiter. (Photo by NASA/JPL-Caltech)
NASA blasts off on a mission to Jupiter’s icy moon
October 28, 2024
SOUTH KOREAN WIN: Author Han Kang was awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature, making her the first Korean to do so and the second Korean to win a Nobel Prize. (Photo courtesy of Creative Commons: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
South Korean author awarded 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature
October 28, 2024
Electoral college fails to reflect American voices
Electoral college fails to reflect American voices
October 30, 2024
AI’s progress and development pollutes the planet
AI’s progress and development pollutes the planet
October 30, 2024
Denying Change: Governor Gavin Newsom’s veto of Assembly Bill 2586 imposes on California’s undocumented students’ opportunities for employment and higher education.
Newsom’s AB 2586 Veto inhibits undocumented students
October 30, 2024
Kamala Harris catches Gen Z’s attention with social media trends
“Kamala HQ” sacrifices decorum for entertainment
October 29, 2024
IN CELEBRITIES WE TRUST? In the end, endorsements can’t sway a country.
Star power fuels voters, not results
October 24, 2024
WEEKLY SWEET TREATS: Staff writers Millie and Celine taste and rate Crumbl’s October 7-12 fall themed cookie line up.
“Fall” in love with Crumbl’s autumn lineup
October 30, 2024
Power Nap: A stressed senior napping during a study session, dreaming about relaxing activities: cafe dates, exercise, and rom coms.
How to destress from senior spooky season
October 30, 2024
UNIQUE COSTUMES: Inspiration for original costumes to ditch the conventional this Halloween.
Resurrecting dreadful Halloween costumes to eerie-sistible
October 30, 2024
Autumn’s Harvest: Enjoy this year’s fall season with carnival rides, tasty food, and, most importantly, pumpkins.
Exploring Orange Country’s pumpkin patches!
October 30, 2024
Student Spotlight: OA Spiritus and OATV seniors recant what it’s like to be on staff. Collage by Miriam Santos
Senior Features: Student Media Stars
October 30, 2024
ALL STYLE, NO SUBSTANCE: A show bloated with gratuitous scenes and speculation, “Monsters” failed to craft a narrative that would bring the Mendendez brothers justice.
Speculation runs wild in Netflix’s “Monsters”
October 30, 2024
A HALF-BAKED EXPOSE: "The Apprentice" biopic captures a nuanced look at the former president's involvement with corrupt capitalism yet fails to explore his inner psyche.
“The Apprentice” unmasks Trump’s complex rise to power
October 30, 2024
DOWNFALL OF MR. BEAST: Lunchly is Revealed as Disastrous Marketing Ploy and Causes Major Backlash for Mr. Beast
Unpacking profit over people in MrBeast’s Lunchly project
October 30, 2024
STEREOTYPING ARTISTS: The VMAs label Tyla as an "Afrobeat artist," failing to recognize the diversity of African music.
Music awards reduce African artists to culturally insensitive labels
October 30, 2024
Jubilee's "Surrounded" reflects the shift in entertainment that employs weak debates meant to farm viewer engagements and act as rage bait.
Viral Jubilee series milks ragebait over political value
October 28, 2024
GO TEAM: OA junior Carol Kim (third from the left) poses with her teammates as members of Team USA.
Aesthetic gymnast Kim a new member of Team USA
October 30, 2024
TIMES CHANGE: From hardworking 6-year-old to committed D1 athlete.
Young swings into new chapter at Cornell
October 30, 2024
SWINGING INTO ACTION: The Yankees and Dodgers face off in the 2024 World Series.
Baseball playoffs hit it out of the park
October 24, 2024
JUMPING WITH JOY: Sophomore Brandy Nguyen leaps into the air in celebration after girls Varsity volleyball scores a point against Whitney.
Fall sports take on the Whitney Wildcats
October 23, 2024
Seventh grader Julia Li competes at the 2024 PanAm Age Group Artistic Swimming Championships in Lima, Peru.
Artistic swimmer Julia Li wins silver in Peru
September 26, 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
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
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
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
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Senior Features, ep 3: Sound of Brass and Wind
March 14, 2024
Collage by Zoharys Jaen
Senior Features, ep. 2: Future Health Professionals
March 14, 2024
October 2024 Centerspread
October 2024 Centerspread
October 30, 2024
October 2024 Comics
October 2024 Comics
October 30, 2024
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September 26, 2024
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September 25, 2024
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May 7, 2024
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May 7, 2024
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April 1, 2024
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March 18, 2024
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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

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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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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 14, 2023

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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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