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The Silvertip

The Student News Site of Mission Hills High School

The Silvertip

The Student News Site of Mission Hills High School

The Silvertip

Already exhausted, students prepare for the new addition to their schedule.

We should advise a different approach to the recently added advisory period

Story by Austin Schultz, Sports Editor September 22, 2020

The newest addition to student schedules, advisory, may just be the most disliked class in school history, and for good reasons. The administrative staff organized advisory to hopefully assist students...

All safety requirements must be met in order for athletes to return.

How COVID-19 put a ‘short-stop’ to high school sports and why student athletes should get back into the game

Story by Zachary McDermott, Staff Writer September 18, 2020

  From the student section to the rivalry, student athletes miss it all. With COVID-19 putting a halt to all social activities, student athletes are faced with a pressing issue: will they have...

This is a great time to give an animal a new home.

Should you adopt a pet during the pandemic?

Story by Malia Brame, Staff Writer September 14, 2020

The massive spread of the novel Coronavirus has left many stuck in their homes and altered what was considered the “norm.” This abrupt interruption allowed newfound anxieties and uncertainties to erupt,...

Students are seen wearing masks for their safe transition back to school.

Backpacks, books, pens, and masks

Story by Avery Huffer, Staff Writer September 12, 2020

In the midst of a global pandemic, should a student be penalized for wearing midriff-exposing clothing, but not for refusing to wear a mask? Absolutely not. As the possibility of in-person classes increases,...

Boy standing outside in front of tree

Joseph Kamandy combats the ‘gamer’ image

Story by Antonio Morales Leyva, Opinions Editor June 10, 2020

Upon meeting Joseph Kamandy, many see the poster child for a stereotypical gamer—the kid who can only communicate in Fortnite dances and who cannot seem to pack on enough deodorant. But though he has...

Castro leads by example on campus

Castro leads by example on campus

Story by Sophia Perun, Features Editor June 8, 2020

From her community on campus to her community in San Marcos, Angelee Castro has dedicated numerous hours into impacting the lives around her. With humility as a strong suit, Castro does not allow her achievements...

Ezekeal Mata is thrilled to be playing for his dream team, the LSU Tigers.

Mata gets a kick out of his college football dream

Story by Joseph Kamandy, Multimedia Editor May 29, 2020

   With a positive charisma blended with raw talent and unapologetic sportsmanship, Ezekeal Mata makes for an unparalleled athlete to keep an eye on under the stadium lights. Hard working, dedicated,...

George Ovalle looks forward to investigating the mysteries of criminal behavior.

Ovalle will make “Sher” to “lock” in his passion for Criminology

Story by Joseph Kamandy, Multimedia Editor May 29, 2020

   Dreaming of making a difference in the world and aspiring to use his passions to journey him through any hardship, George Ovalle has always been the charismatic “younger brother” one can turn...

Brenda Camacho is excited to venture into the world of biology as she prepares to head off to college in the fall.

“Cell-fies” aren’t the only cells Brenda Camacho will be analyzing

Story by Antonio Morales Leyva, Opinions Editor May 27, 2020

   Voted ‘Most likely to become a model’ her Freshman year of high school, Brenda Camacho has proven to be more than just a pretty face. While her perfectly combed hair and carefully curated outfits...

D'Andre Jorge is ready to embark on his brightly lit path toward Standford University.

Jorge enjoys his time now and will “fix it in post” later

Story by Joseph Kamandy, Multimedia Editor May 15, 2020

   An upcoming red carpet attendee, or maybe the future recipient of the Academy Award for Best Director, D’Andre Jorge thrives with his creatively-driven mindset and passion towards the arts of media.     “I...

Lisa expresses excitement as she prepares to spend the next four years of her life at UCSD

Lisa mixes lab and law in a radical reaction

Story by Hannah Larson, Grizzly Den Editor May 14, 2020

     As a leader at Mission Hills and in San Marcos, Lisa Nguyen tackles life with enthusiasm and pours herself into everything she does.    “One of my favorite organizations within the...

Mental health days become more normalized as people begin to recognize mental wellbeing as a valid excuse for an absence.

Dismiss the health of students and students will miss school: amend the pupil attendance policy in California

Story by Salma Ramirez, Co-Editor in Chief April 30, 2020

   School. Study. Sleep. Eat. Repeat. Hardwired to perform well in school, students can hardly catch a break as they experience prolonged periods of stress and neglect their health to achieve the outstanding...

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