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Buena Speaks

The Student News Site of Buena High School

Buena Speaks

Joshua Alcantar studies hard while in his fourth period office assistance program.

Senior Joshua Alcantar pursues neuroscience at prestigious Johns Hopkins University

Jessica Huynh and Sierra Ruiz January 31, 2023

Four years ago, senior Joshua Alcantar did not see himself going down the college path, unsure of what his future held. It all turned around when he took Michael Chiarella’s AP Chemistry class. From...

Sat. Dec. 17 2022, Wood (Player 19) and her team plays against Oxnard, scoring five goals. “My competitiveness was at an all time high because in the past Oxnard has been serious competition, I was feeling pretty antsy, probably could have run a marathon.” Wood said.

Abigail Wood commits to D1 soccer at Loyola University Maryland

Cristal Hernandez, Staff Writer January 27, 2023

Water sprinkles over the deep green field while the sharp-bladed grass moistens. The floodlights burn bright, shining down the field. Senior Abigail Wood focuses directly at the goal, heart pounding. Wood...

Pham pictured during Homecoming 2022, after winning Senior Homecoming Court.

James Pham Creates Own Brand Through “jomczn” Instagram

Emily Gill, Staff Writer January 24, 2023

With his shaggy hair, baggy jeans, and generally quiet demeanor, Senior James “Joms” Pham does not seem like he would want the attention of the world. Pham, however, is a natural entertainer, social...

Jonna Noldt writes away in Mrs.Ensminger's English class

Buena welcomes German exchange student, Jonna Noldt

Sierra Ruiz, Staff Writer December 16, 2022

From the Hamburg region of Germany, Buena welcomes a new exchange student, senior Jonna Noldt. Noldt arrived in America just before the start of this school year. She decided she wanted to join the exchange...

Gutierrez is with her two year old dog, Mochi, at Kimball Waterpark. “I just like running by myself, feeling the wind, focusing on one thing, hearing music while I run, overall I just really liked it,” Gutierrez said.

Starting from the bottom, Griselda Gutierrez is running towards the top

Cristal Hernandez, Staff Writer December 12, 2022

The echoing sound of the alarm sets off at the break of dawn. Senior Griselda Gutierrez gets up ready to run with her teammates. The team treads along the sidewalk running 1.6 kilometers before the school...

New English teacher Adam Nuñez takes Buena by storm in the classroom. 

"He's changed  my perspective [on English]," sophomore Cassie Yarbrough said.

Adam Nuñez helps students pedal their way to success in the classroom

Brooklyn Carrillo, Section Editor November 10, 2022

Adam Nuñez is no fish out of water when it comes to teaching English, but he is the new dog on campus. His easy going personality and helpful nature has quickly made him a favorite among his students.  Before...

Jacob Amaro works hard at his desk sending schedule emails and communicating with students. “I like the influence I am able to have and that is what got me interested in pursuing counseling,” Amaro said.

Jacob Amaro trailblazes in new position as CTE, EL counselor

Isabella Prewitt, Section Editor October 14, 2022

Jacob Amaro looks up from his computer and greets me with a bright smile as I enter his office, filled with California Lutheran University paraphernalia and photos of his family and friends. He is eager...

Sophomore varsity starter Elijah Garcia warms up for his upcoming pre season games to be Buena High Schools catcher.

Elijah Garcia hits a home run for his academic, baseball career

Julieta Garcia, Staff Writer October 14, 2022

Sophomore Elijah Garcia makes an appearance on Buena high school's baseball field ready to shape his career. Garcia started his freshman year at Saint Bonaventure playing on the varsity baseball team for...

Senior Nathan Arthur gives advice on being a leader

Senior Nathan Arthur overcomes ‘learning curve’ of becoming ASB President

Haylie Williams, Staff Writer October 11, 2022

Senior Nathan Arthur, the 2022/23 ASB President takes a “hands off” approach as he leads this year's leadership program. He believes allowing his fellow ASB students to have the space and opportunity...

Johnny Fung leading his fifth period math one class.

Mr. Fung calculates a bright future in teaching

Jon Miller, Staff Writer October 11, 2022

Standing 5-foot-11 and wearing a button up shirt and a tie, Johnny Fung, one of Buena’s newest math teachers, knows how to implement learning in a fun and impactful way since he understands how hard...

New ASB advisors and science teachers, Laura Adair (left), and Meghan Malloy (right), start the year off right, spending every chance they get enjoying the outdoors.

Buena welcomes new science teachers, ASB advisors

Viviana Avila, Staff writer October 11, 2022

New science teachers and ASB advisors, Meghan Malloy and Laura Adair, soar through their first weeks at Buena, embracing their new roles with eagerness and excitement. Prior to working at Buena, Malloy...

 Galilea Velasco at senior awards with her family and teachers, Antoinette Perez and Sabine Schafer-Mitchell

Editor in chief ready for next chapter in her life

Brooklyn Carrillo, Section Editor June 17, 2022

Senior Galilea Velasco, commonly known as Gali, will not be a senior for much longer, as the school year comes to the close, a new chapter of her life begins. In just her second year in journalism, she...

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