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Buena Speaks

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...

Assistant principal Tina Perez in her office during our interview for 50 questions.

50 Qustions with Tina Perez

Get to know Buena staff with our Vogue Style videos! In our next video, we ask 52 questions with Assistant Principal Tina Perez. Perez shares some of her bucket list items, fears, and some of her fondest...

Viewpoint editor, senior Sedona Brickley who will be attending Cal Poly Humboldt in the fall in hopes of being a lawyer.

Viewpoint editor Sedona Brickley takes next step attending Cal Poly Humboldt in fall to become a lawyer

Kimberly Solis, Section Editor June 10, 2022

Silly, energetic, loving, youthful, and outgoing, Viewpoint editor, senior Sedona Brickley, takes the next step in her life to pursue civil law at Cal Poly Humboldt in the fall. Excited for a change, Brickley...

Senior and Buena Sepaks News Section Editor Kimberly Solis

Buena Speaks News Section Editor Kimberly Solis heads into the next cycle of life

Madeline Marshall, Section Editor June 5, 2022

First year Buena Speaks journalist and News Section Editor Kimberly Solis is, as described by her closest friends, caring, funny, and dependable. As her high school years come to a close, her hopes for...

Kiena joined cheer leading for the first time this year, and quickly rose to talent.

Top 20 Senior Kiena Tan sets an example as she balances school, personal life

Kevin Cox, Staff Writer May 4, 2022

Top 20 senior , Kiena Tan balances her school life along with her life as a cheerleader, worker, and co-president of the Key Club.  Recently, Tan has officially committed to the University of California...

Caleb Nerida spikes, dives his way into his senior year

Tanner Coatsworth, Staff Writer April 28, 2022

After not making  the boys basketball team in his freshman year, Caleb Nerida decided to take his talents to the other sport on the hardwood, Boys Volleyball. It is on the volleyball court where he made...

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