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Luisa Bernardino

Luisa is a Junior in her second year in the Journalism Staff. Now as the Graphic Design and Photography Editor, she can be found throughout many school events reporting. When she isn’t feeling burnt out, she may be drawing, reading, or listening to music.

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[Photo] Fed interest rate cut could mean lower student loan debt

Riaan Kaushik and Jayin Preetham Konduru
October 2, 2024

[Photo] New Illinois program encourages teens to become organ donors

Elliott Thacker, Spotlight Reporter
October 1, 2024

Teens are encouraged to be organ donors.

[Photo] Chappell Roan does not owe you anything

Mia Murphy and Esther Kabanda
September 26, 2024

Chappell Roan, a new pop sensation turned heads with her hit “Good Luck Babe!” over the summer.

From a great party to tragedy: Great Gatsby the Musical

Luisa Bernardino, Photos and Graphics editor
September 24, 2024

“In my younger and more vulnerable years my father gave me some advice that I’ve been turning over in my mind ever since,” are the words that begin one of the most famous American books of all time....

[Photo] No, your situationship wasn’t real

Esther Kabanda and Sweeti Patel
September 19, 2024

Relationships may always seem sweet, but gen-z standards have made into a worry.

[Photo] 9/11 has an enduring impact even today

Samruddhi Patil, Managing Editor
September 11, 2024

The events of 9/11 have happened two decades ago and yet still affect Americans deeply.

[Photo] Students feel stressed due to rushed theater schedule

Mia Murphy and Saavi Krishnan
September 6, 2024

Members of Metea Theater rehearse for the children's show Beauty is the Beast.

[Photo] Labor Day focuses mostly on family celebrations now

Sakeenah Amatul, Spotlight Reporter
September 3, 2024

Perspectives about Labor Day have shifted over the years.

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Perspectives about Labor Day have shifted over the years

Mustang Mania unites the Metea community

Luisa Bernardino, Graphics and Photography Editor
August 25, 2024

Bustling with all the pent-up excitement from the summer, Mustang Mania was filled with wonderful events such as football matches, a performance from the marching band, and the Varsity dance team....

Summertime is crucial for preparing student athletes

Talula Hayes, Rayma Miller, Jordan Hill, and Luisa Bernardino
July 25, 2024

Student athletes are always looking to challenge themselves no matter the season. Athletes must work to balance their time between scheduling drills and their social life. Training as a student-athlete...

The Class of ’24 graduate with beauty and grace

Luisa Bernardino and Ryder Preston Brown
May 30, 2024

The Junior and Senior Assembly showcased many talents while recognizing accomplishments

Ell Macias, Luisa Bernardino, Ritika Khurana, Ryder Preston Brown, and Azaa Battsogt
May 22, 2024

The Junior and Senior Assembly on Friday, May 17, included a large number of performances, including a song by Muses and Apollo, a tumbling performance from the Jesse White Tumblers, dances...

[Photo] Metea students open up a new discussion

Emily Peña, Headlines reporter
May 23, 2024

[Photo] Conflict between Israel and Hamas increases attention with students

Isabelle Leofanti, News Editor
February 14, 2024

Oppression, no matter how far away, is doomed to affect all those who have a relationship to the place and people involved in the conflict.

AP Psychology fair brings joy to students

Luisa Bernardino and Ell Macias
May 17, 2024

On May 15, the AP Psychology classes hosted their yearly Psych Fair, where students could create a board and experiment of their choice relating to any psychology term they learned in the year. The...

The ‘Underworld Saga’ was a rollercoaster of emotions

Luisa Bernardino, Diversity Editor
May 14, 2024

[Photo] Developing healthy study strategies can lower stress over AP exams

Lindsey Hall, Spotlight Editor
May 10, 2024

AP testing can bring anxiety and stress to students due to the challenge of balancing schoolwork and studies.

[Photo] Students work hard so that they can enjoy Prom

Ritika Khurana, Spotlight Reporter
April 25, 2024

To make the Prom a special and memorable night, seniors go to extraordinary lengths to prepare.

[Photo] Theater students prepare for the upcoming Shrek musical

Dhiya Ashlyn D.S., Spotlight Reporter
April 25, 2024

Various members of the ensemble act as many fairy-tale characters entering Shrek's home.

Boys’ track and field meet fosters healthy competition

Luisa Bernardino, Diversity Editor
April 15, 2024

[Photo] As school comes to an end, the search for summer jobs begins

Mansi Payal Narayanan, Copy Editor
April 14, 2024

Whether to build responsibility or simply to earn some extra cash, students are looking to gain employment during the summer.

Special Olympics swim meet fosters competition and camaraderie

Dhiya Ashlyn D.S., Isa Peters, Luisa Bernardino, and Ell Macias
March 22, 2024

Metea Valley hosted the annual Special Olympics regional swimming competition on March 21. Special Olympics Illinois collaborated with District 204 to host the Region C regional...