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Buena's jazz band during "Whiplash."
Buena’s jazz band puts out a mighty sound in first concert of the year
English teacher at Buena, Antoinette Perez, persuades students to take the AP English courses Buena offers, displaying an array of books from the program.
Incoming freshman night: a fantastic success
Representatives from Buena's choir class pose for a picture in front of their table.
Buena ‘Speaks’ to you about electives
Firefighters in a head to head battle between them and the fast winds spreading the destructive flames.
BREAKING NEWS: Santa Ana winds spark panic, uncertainty in southern Calif.
Students hit high notes in annual Not So Silent Night concert
Students hit high notes in annual Not So Silent Night concert
Buena celebrating 2-1 victory
Buena girls soccer sweeps cross town rivals in a 2-1 victory over Ventura
Karisma Lewis 26' goes for a three-pointer in this close match up.
Cougars dunk on Bulldogs in close rivalry showdown, 52-44
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
Buena celebrating 2-1 victory
Buena girls soccer sweeps cross town rivals in a 2-1 victory over Ventura
Karisma Lewis 26' goes for a three-pointer in this close match up.
Cougars dunk on Bulldogs in close rivalry showdown, 52-44
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
Buena celebrating 2-1 victory
Buena girls soccer sweeps cross town rivals in a 2-1 victory over Ventura
Karisma Lewis 26' goes for a three-pointer in this close match up.
Cougars dunk on Bulldogs in close rivalry showdown, 52-44
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
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
Chiefs' quarterback Patrick Mahomes (left) pumped up next to Eagles' quarterback Jalen Hurts (right).
Eagles fly to victory: Super Bowl LlX champions
Valentines Day gift ideas: affordable ways to show your affection
Valentines Day gift ideas: affordable ways to show your affection
Betty Belts, founded in 2003, is an iconic face of Ventura culture. With over 25,000 followers on Instagram, most local teens are seen styling these sea glass treasures.
How to shop: Betty Belts
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
Chiefs' quarterback Patrick Mahomes (left) pumped up next to Eagles' quarterback Jalen Hurts (right).
Eagles fly to victory: Super Bowl LlX champions
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
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
Friday morning on Jan 30. Students walked out near the bus stop at the Buena sign to protest about the anti-ICE raids.
Students stand united: protests against ICE enforcement
Yearbook student, Aidan Beaver, editing photos that will be showcased in the 2025 yearbook.
Say cheese, again: yearbook re-shoots lower-classman and staff portraits
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announces the removal of fact-checkers on all Meta platforms.
Meta’s latest move for maintaining free expression
The cafeteria poses in front of the cafeteria mural. (From left to right) Ulises Hernandez Baltazar, Yukari Bell, Susanna Gomez, Sarah E Ortiz, Kimberly Hunter, Angie Marin
Behind the Apron: cafeteria nutritionists nourish stomachs, hearts, minds
Appreciating the art of marching band
Appreciating the art of marching band
Some examples of the streaming services that host exclusive games and require a subscription to watch.
NFL streaming is dropping the ball for fans
The downfall of modern teen movies
The downfall of modern teen movies
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 cafeteria poses in front of the cafeteria mural. (From left to right) Ulises Hernandez Baltazar, Yukari Bell, Susanna Gomez, Sarah E Ortiz, Kimberly Hunter, Angie Marin
Behind the Apron: cafeteria nutritionists nourish stomachs, hearts, minds
Reagan Espinoza being a goal-getter, through and through
Reagan Espinoza being a goal-getter, through and through
Kimberly Chavarria runs the school to victory both on and off the field.
Kimberly Chavarria kick-starts future in leadership
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
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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Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announces the removal of fact-checkers on all Meta platforms.

Meta’s latest move for maintaining free expression

Naima Dickerson, Co Editor-in-Chief
February 1, 2025
The display of banned books at the Buena Library during national Banned Books Week.

VIEWPOINT: Book bans are unconstitutional

Naima Dickerson, Co Editor-in-Chief
December 16, 2024
Winning the battle against phone distractions

Winning the battle against phone distractions

Naima Dickerson, Co Editor-in-Chief
November 7, 2024
Smoke from local fires smothers the sky during lunch

[Photo] BREAKING NEWS: Fire strikes in Ventura County as Santa Ana’s blow

Avery Buehner, Co Editor-in-Chief
November 6, 2024
Giving each other a friendly salute, the twinning Santa's, teachers Antoinette Perez and Teresa Hayes, compete to win the teacher dress up game.

Homecoming rally 2024: School spirit at an all time high

Naima Dickerson and Daisy Rios
September 25, 2024

VIDEO: 30 Questions with Antoinette Perez

Naima Dickerson, Avery Buehner
June 11, 2024

Bulldog Bark: The Do’s and Don’ts of Valentines Day

Naima Dickerson and Avery Buehner
June 11, 2024
Senior Haylie Williams lifting heavy weights at her gym, which is one of her favorite extracurriculars.

Haylie Williams finishes strong as first ever managing editor

Naima Dickerson, News Section Editor
June 10, 2024
Freshman Lily Beck (left) and senior Adam Karluk (right) rock out to some Elvis tunes after the mayor, played by Beck, let loose on the town's strict rules and played to her hearts desire.

“All Shook Up” rocks audience off its feet; one of Buena’s “best musicals” yet

Naima Dickerson and Avery Buehner
May 30, 2024
A poster made by ASB students that was hung at Adair's ASB farewell party. The party was a total surprise for Adair, returning to her ASB class after a week on vacation.

Laura Adair bids farewell to Buena, low enrollment strikes again

Naima Dickerson and Alyssa Angeles
May 30, 2024
Sophomore Avery Buehner researches an article on the Promethean Board. Ever since it was added to her classroom, it has brought numerous issues.

VIEWPOINT: Promethean Boards are a major flop

Naima Dickerson, News Section Editor
May 20, 2024
The Instagram post that was uploaded to Buena ASB's Instagram page, two days before the dance was supposed to happen.

Students want it until they don’t: Dances canceled due to low participation

Naima Dickerson, News Section Editor
May 1, 2024
Buckets of fun at Buena’s first Soak-a-Senior

Buckets of fun at Buena’s first Soak-a-Senior

Naima Dickerson, News Section Editor
April 15, 2024
The bill to ban TikTok was approved by the House of Representatives.

OPINION: A TikTok ban would rejuvenate students

Naima Dickerson, News Section Editor
April 10, 2024
3 gems on campus: Student-owned small businesses

3 gems on campus: Student-owned small businesses

Naima Dickerson, News Section Editor
March 27, 2024
Teacher Scott Manninen doing the worm across the Buena stage during the teacher performance.

Renaissance Rally shines spotlight on high achieving students

Naima Dickerson, News Section Editor
March 26, 2024
The remarkable bar was a big hit amongst students who needed a drink between dances, or a place to break away and socialize. Mocktails were served to create a sophisticated, mature feel to the dance.

An extravagant celebration of the graduating class: Senior Ball

Naima Dickerson, News Section Editor
February 26, 2024
Buena's Improv group acting out a funny scene with characters requested from the audience.

Personality shines through in Buena’s first annual talent show

Naima Dickerson, News Section Editor
February 22, 2024
Buena students dressing up for "Kooky Cougar Day".

Dear Foothill, leave the rivalry fun to the Bulldogs, Cougars

Naima Dickerson, News Section Editor
January 25, 2024
The posters displaying how many cans each class collected.

Bulldogs light up the holidays with generosity

Naima Dickerson and Viviana Avila
December 22, 2023
The Spotify Wrapped home screen invites listeners to look at their music throughout the year.

Gen Z’s favorite holiday: Spotify Wrapped

Naima Dickerson, News Section Editor
December 6, 2023
Savanna Countryman (left) and Juliet Lichtman (right) greet students at the blood drive.

Buena saves 168 lives during biannual blood drive, reducing national blood shortage

Naima Dickerson, News Section Editor
November 19, 2023
Maciel enjoys her new job in the Wellness Center.

From academic counselor to Wellness Center advisor, Tatum Maciel strives for positive change

Naima Dickerson, News Section Editor
October 18, 2023
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