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Buena kicks off the holiday season with annual Not So Silent Night concert
Buena kicks off the holiday season with annual Not So Silent Night concert
Buena's German Club dresses up and displays a booth for Showcase Night.
Buena hosts school showcase, boosting enrollment
A brief summary of what Meaure E will do for Ventura Unfied School District.
Measure E grant ensures updates to VUSD schools, making for healthier learning experience
Behind the scenes of food fair
Behind the scenes of food fair
Ichabod quivers in fear as he meets his killer, the headless horseman. The pumpkin head used to murder Ichabod makes an appearance four times throughout the play.
Buena theater haunts the audience with fall play, ‘The Legend of Sleepy Hollow’
Sophomore Maren Bursek looks to the cage to boost Buena's offense.
Girls water polo dives into first season matchups
Buena players walking to half before the Buena-Ventura rivalry game, Oct 9.
2024 Flag Football Recap
Number 11, junior Wyatt Munger, sets up to score, proving himself very valuable to the team.
Bulldogs snag silver: boys water polo loses Channel League finals
Finn Lange '26 rises up for the shot. Buena was ahead of the Cougars in every quarter, leading to their ultimate domination in the pool.
Rivalry upset: Cougars drowned by Bulldogs
Kenna Wilson and Mimi Moon go up for the block, Kayla Templin prepares to receive the spike in exciting third set against SBHS.
Bulldogs hit the net in senior game rematch against SBHS dons
Sophomore Maren Bursek looks to the cage to boost Buena's offense.
Girls water polo dives into first season matchups
Buena players walking to half before the Buena-Ventura rivalry game, Oct 9.
2024 Flag Football Recap
Number 11, junior Wyatt Munger, sets up to score, proving himself very valuable to the team.
Bulldogs snag silver: boys water polo loses Channel League finals
The Bulldogs getting into their positions for the next play in the first quarter
Bulldogs take Royal’s crown in homecoming game, 20-21
Freshman Olivia Barajas heading the ball off of a corner kick
23-24 season of the 16-4-1 Bulldogs Girls Soccer
Sophomore Maren Bursek looks to the cage to boost Buena's offense.
Girls water polo dives into first season matchups
Freshman Olivia Barajas heading the ball off of a corner kick
23-24 season of the 16-4-1 Bulldogs Girls Soccer
Buena crushes competition in first round of CIF
Buena crushes competition in first round of CIF
Sophmore Kiana Durbransky dribbling the ball down the field
Grass is greener for girls soccer after rivalry win
Artwork created by a wrestler showcasing the Buena, Ventura rivalry match
Cougars pounce on Bulldogs in rivalry wrestling dual
The varsity boys take a seat as the coach takes a moment to recognize the seniors.
Bulldogs spiked on senior night
Buena boys baseball drown in Pacifica Tritons current
Buena boys baseball drown in Pacifica Tritons current
Miguel Magallanes up at bat for Buena
Buena faces crushing defeat versus Santa Barbara
Graves coaching during a meet
Amanda Graves makes a splash as new head Varsity swim coach
Buena number 9, Josh Toll, and number 18, Moises Lantigua, blocks a spike from Ventura High School.
Boys volleyball spikes Ventura Cougars
Official poster combining all three acts' posters via @arcaneshow on Instagram
Arcane’s final season cements the series in a league of its own
Moana 2 makes huge splash in theaters, Global Box Office
Moana 2 makes huge splash in theaters, Global Box Office
Tyler is shown in the album cover wearing his mask and new hairdo.
Inside of “Chromakopia”: a Tyler the Creator album review
Jake Paul (Left) and Mike Tyson (Right) both landing hits on each other during the match
From the screen to the ring: Jake Paul defeats boxing legend Mike Tyson in generational match
The Uglies movie made many changes to the book's original story, some of them affecting the overall quality of the film.
Things aren’t looking pretty for “Uglies”
The Uglies movie made many changes to the book's original story, some of them affecting the overall quality of the film.
Things aren’t looking pretty for “Uglies”
The Wild Robot, released Sept. 27, 2024, has been uplifting the days of all viewers.
DreamWorks blows away audiences with astonishing masterpiece, “The Wild Robot”
The fastly famous font that shows the loved book, now movie, title "It ends with us"
It ends with… this movie
Chilling picture from the movie showing the entity of Garraka, who can drop the climate to freezing.
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire makes a chilling return
Art of the main characters of the series, from left to right, The Ghoul, Lucy McLean, and Maximus
Fallout blows audience away with attention to detail, charm
Percy Jackson from TV show to book to movie (left to right). A transformation worthy of the demigod himself.
“Percy Jackson” franchise finds its sea legs with Disney
The Knockemout series is cool.
Lucy Scores with hit “Knockemout” series
A Show Vs. Book description and apperance of Alina Starkov.
Shadow & Bone book series forces show adaptation into the shadow fold
Jenny Han spreads success over her amazing trilogies into films
Jenny Han spreads success over her amazing trilogies into films
Midnight Jewel by Richelle Mead, Ahsoka by E.K. Johnston, Doctor Sleep by Stephen King, Fragile Spirits by Mary Lindsey, and Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton
5 books to read over summer
Collage of posters of Chappell Roan, Jack Johnson, and Clairo.
The sound of summer, 2024
This year's TikTok's top hits
This year’s TikTok’s top hits
Taylor Swift's logo for "The Tortured Poets Department," featured on merch and album covers.
Taylor Swift a ‘tortured poet:’ self-indulgent, grotesquely beautiful
Miley Cyrus ‘claws, chains’ her way through her history
Miley Cyrus ‘claws, chains’ her way through her history
Taylor Swift makes a “Bejeweled” start to Era’s Tour after Ticketmaster conflict
Taylor Swift makes a “Bejeweled” start to Era’s Tour after Ticketmaster conflict
Bagel sandwich with a lavender latte
Opening of Cajé Coffee Roasters brings life to historical landmark
Opening of Krispy Kreme’s Golden Harvest Collection donuts that includes Oatmeal Creme Pie Doughnut at top right, Maple Buttercreme Doughnut at top left, Salted Caramel Cheesecake Doughnut at bottom right and Spice Apple Filled Doughnut at bottom left.
Krispy Kreme unveils golden harvest collection featuring three-all-new fall-inspired donuts
The Little Lion now has its doors wide open for hungry customers.
Eggs-citing new brunch restaurant, The Little Lion, opens in east end Ventura
Advertisement and food display shelf from the Starbucks on East Harbor Boulevard showcasing the new summer menu.
Starbucks adds pop of color to summer menu
The top right photo shows plants bought from Fiddle & Fern. The top left photo shows students, Addison and Bella Bruno, at the Ukulele Breakfast. The bottom photo shows the a barista at Singing Sun.
Ventura’s Hidden Gems: shaping community
nyt game home page
The holy trinity for part-time intellectuals
Buenas biggest wishes and their dazzling dupes
Buenas biggest wishes and their dazzling dupes
Fall into Autumn with these fun activities
Fall into Autumn with these fun activities
Appreciating the art of Marching Band
Appreciating the art of Marching Band
Many students on campus seemingly without costumes on Buena's traditional Halloween dress-up day.
Spooky season fades, kids lose Halloween spirit under school demands
Information for three of the new clubs including meeting time and place. (Elizabeth McGovern and Chloe Hillman)
Buena welcomes 3 new clubs on campus
Drama student Healey Ramot finishes up her performance during Karaoke Tuesdays.
Karaoke Tuesdays: a new part of Buena Drama culture
Winning the battle against phone distractions
Winning the battle against phone distractions
Marching band practices just as extensively as any other sport, putting in hours on hours after school to perfect their sound.
Making the case: band is a sport
The display of banned books at the Buena Library during national Banned Books Week.
VIEWPOINT: Book bans are unconstitutional
Many school districts decide not to give students of different religions the opportunity to participate in religious holidays without missing school.
No separation between church, state in public schools
The rise of cellphone hotels, death of students livelihoods
The rise of cellphone hotels, death of students livelihoods
The differences between the two candidates' beliefs on important topics.
2024 presidential debate: a generation z’s take
Four student-athletes score on signing day
Four student-athletes score on signing day
Custodian Rey Reyna
Behind the scenes with two of Buena’s custodians
Chavarria playing on the Eagles Soccer Club Regional Team.
Freshman Kamila Chavarria starts high school off strong in ASB, soccer, AVID
Number 14, junior Jack Pointner, attempting to get through San Marcos' strong defense.
Jack Pointner scores in life as stellar student athlete
The three lead actors of "The legend of Sleepy Hollow" anticipate the long awaited day for when they perform.
The shining stars of “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow”
Dive into some of the favorites from our class of 2024, with Aleena Gutierrez Luna!
VIDEO: Class of 2024 senior favorites
Watch this VOGUE style questionnaire with English Honors and AP Lang teacher, Antoinette Perez.
VIDEO: 30 Questions with Antoinette Perez
Watch this comedic video describing the do's and don'ts during the Valentines season.
Bulldog Bark: The Do’s and Don’ts of Valentines Day
VIDEO STORY: Buena Seniors, Staff thoughts on senioritis
VIDEO STORY: Buena Seniors, Staff thoughts on senioritis
VIDEO STORY: Buena's fall food faire raises funds for clubs
VIDEO STORY: Buena’s fall food faire raises funds for clubs
Dive into some of the favorites from our class of 2024, with Aleena Gutierrez Luna!
VIDEO: Class of 2024 senior favorites
Watch this comedic video describing the do's and don'ts during the Valentines season.
Bulldog Bark: The Do’s and Don’ts of Valentines Day
Watch this VOGUE style questionnaire with English Honors and AP Lang teacher, Antoinette Perez.
VIDEO: 30 Questions with Antoinette Perez
Derek Metz during his interview in the welding shop.
50 Questions with Derek Metz
Mike Gianelli at his desk answering 50 Questions.
50 Questions with Mike Gianelli
Andrew Coates in his classroom answering 52 Questions.
52 Questions with Andrew Coates
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HIgh school students in VUSD will graduate through a traditional, in-person ceremony.

[Photo] In person graduation will take place for class of 2021

Jacqueline Magana-Chavez, Staff Writer
May 17, 2021
Singer songwriter Sia received hate after the release of her new Movie "Music" as it was said to be found offensive to people on the spectrum.

[Photo] Sia’s new movie is a musical flop

Viviana Avila, Staff writer
March 25, 2021
The Christian flag flying next to the American flag, symbolizing the religious freedoms in America.

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[Photo] The shocking realities of fast fashion

Jannine Lozano, Section Editor
April 27, 2021
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[Photo] Weekly COVID-19 testing for athletes

Jacqueline Magana-Chavez, Staff Writer
March 18, 2021
Bankers Life Fieldhouse was the home of 2021 NBA All-Star game before being relocated to Atlanta.

[Photo] A very anti-climatic All-Star Game

Moses Garman, Staff Writer
March 2, 2021
Empty classroom represents the students not being able to return to in-person learning.

[Photo] Students respond to secondary return delayed until spring due to rise in COVID-19 numbers

Kevin Cox, Staff Writer
January 26, 2021
Ohio State’s very own Justin Fields was looking to lead his Buckeyes to a national championship before their encounter with Alabama.

[Photo] College Football Playoff Controversy

February 5, 2021
The beauty and growth of mental health.

[Photo] Teens mental health needs more consideration during the pandemic

Colette Packard, Staff Writer
January 21, 2021
Healthy foods should be available to all as it seems like a basic necessity.

[Photo] Why should my lack of money affect my health?

Sedona Brickley, Staff Writer
January 20, 2021
The app TikTok's Logo pictured above has become increasingly well-known by our generation.

[Photo] A Poisonous App

Sedona Brickley, Staff Writer
December 16, 2020
Dogs has shown to statically improve individuals' well-being in a number of studies.

[Photo] Feeling anxious during Quarantine? Consider more time with your pet

Jannine Lozano, Section Editor
December 14, 2020
The new Netflix documentary, The Social Dilemma leaves the audience questioning their phone usage.

[Photo] ‘The Social Dilemma’ leaves audiences disturbed

Adeline Anderson, Staff Writer
October 13, 2020
The Mulan remake, released September 4, 2020, has some people questioning Disney.

[Photo] ‘Mulan’ movie causes controversy among viewers

Viviana Avila, Staff Writer
October 13, 2020
Teachers are hosting classes online during the 2020 pandemic.

[Photo] Teachers adjust to many challenges of online learning

Steven Ruiz Martinez and Moses Garman
October 15, 2020
Visual representation of a empty basketball court

[Photo] Buena basketball copes with the impact of shorter preseason play

October 17, 2020
A visual example of a teenage boy working at a movie theater food counter.

[Photo] A trend in teen jobs during COVID-19

Gabriel Gamino, Staff Writer
October 15, 2020
Holiday gatherings may not look the same as they have for decades this 2020 holiday season.

[Photo] Holiday Gatherings: Are they worth the risk?

Sahel Schaab, Editor-in-Chief
October 6, 2020
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