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Parents listen to journalism advisor Ale Posada's presentation of the program
School year kicks off with annual Back to School Night
The well-known and long running Pawprint club's members try to get new recruits on board for this year's print.
Club day proves a creative coup
The Board of Education is conducting a survey asking for what to prioritize if budget cuts rattle the district again.
NEWS BRIEF: Board of Education prepares for budget cuts, seeks student voices
Strings One opening up the night with their pieces as they perform for friends and family.
Buena Music finishes off the year with their annual instrumental concert
Seniors commemorate the school year with Senior BBQ
Seniors commemorate the school year with Senior BBQ
Seniors Jack Pointner and River Davis in action in the pool, both committed to D1 waterpolo teams.
D1 commits Jack Pointner and River Davis swim to the future
Junior setter and hitter Rilee Gosselin sets up a spike for Senior middle blocker Dylan Classen.
Bulldogs fall to Cougars on home turf
Buena's flag football team, despite the loss, displayed sportsmanship and growth throughout the game, ultimately helping them grow from this tough loss.
Girls flag football crushed in a rivalry matchup
Kicking off the year with a win
Kicking off the year with a win
Anthony Bruno attempting a piked backflip against Ventura.
First dive meet in twenty years makes waves
Junior setter and hitter Rilee Gosselin sets up a spike for Senior middle blocker Dylan Classen.
Bulldogs fall to Cougars on home turf
Buena's flag football team, despite the loss, displayed sportsmanship and growth throughout the game, ultimately helping them grow from this tough loss.
Girls flag football crushed in a rivalry matchup
Kicking off the year with a win
Kicking off the year with a win
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
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
Anthony Bruno attempting a piked backflip against Ventura.
First dive meet in twenty years makes waves
Senior Ashley Sulkowski hits the ball, scoring a point against Ventura as they miss the block.
Beach volleyball loses battle in season finale against Ventura
Matthew Diaz jumps to dunk and score points for his team.
Bulldogs show heart in unified tie
The bulldogs standing for the national anthem before the game is started 00 Dylan Moreno, 55 Evan Schall, 31 Kody Walton, 14 Jacob Del Rio
Buena baseball takes on the Dos Pueblos chargers in the season home opener
The Bulldogs charge up in their huddle as they prepare to take on their cross-town rivals.
Boys volleyball swept by Ventura in tough rivalry match
Your guide to the latest hits: what's new in pop music
Your guide to the latest hits: what’s new in pop music
Poster for the film
Karate Kid: Legends strikes hard with impressive addition to beloved franchise
20 questions with Mr. Downey
20 questions with Mr. Downey
Morgan Wallen preview featured on Apple Music above his "I'm The Problem" album.
They say he’s the problem? He dropped the solution: Morgan Wallen’s double album is released
Marvel Universes' newest film addition, The Thunderbolts, features an all-star cast, comedy, drama and classic action-packed scenes.
Marvel fills a void of quality with their recent film Thunderbolts
Poster for the film
Karate Kid: Legends strikes hard with impressive addition to beloved franchise
Marvel Universes' newest film addition, The Thunderbolts, features an all-star cast, comedy, drama and classic action-packed scenes.
Marvel fills a void of quality with their recent film Thunderbolts
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”
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
Your guide to the latest hits: what's new in pop music
Your guide to the latest hits: what’s new in pop music
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
The Varsity Club steps up to plate as new restaurant, sports bar in Ventura
The Varsity Club steps up to plate as new restaurant, sports bar in Ventura
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
Posada stands in her new classroom, with one of the first "journalism slideshows" of the class on display behind her.
Ale Posada picks up pen as new Buena Speaks advisor
Mrs. Herrera's AP Seminar class in action
Two new AP classes open doors of opportunity for students
Officer Thompson high-fives passing students during lunch
‘New sheriff in town’: Buena welcomes new resource officer
William Shakespeare's Macbeth, first performed in 17th century England, is a classic ready to be reinvented by Buena's drama program. Molly Ensminger, director of the program, plans on performing a Shakespeare play every other year so that her students can truly understand one of the most complicated play writes.
Behind the scenes of fall play Macbeth
Student's truck in the student parking lot.
Photo story: New year, same culture in Buena’s parking lot
Berry cheers on the Bulldogs during senior night.
High kicks, higher spirits: managing editor Reagan Berry writes her own story
Andy Carrillo's official commit to Regis University
Swinging for the fences: Andy Carrillo continues chasing greatness
Sitlali Garcia preparing for the flag football game to start, and getting into beast mode
Sitali Garica plants flag as first generation college student
FCA student president smiles confidently when expressing her love for her religion and God.
Zoie Nerida stays true as FCA president
Alex Levin swept up in the music, playing piano.
Freshman Alex Levin stands up, speaks out and makes a difference
Fidget toys, noise cancelling headphones and more are items that neurodivergent individuals use daily. The autism ribbons help instill pride in the community.
I’m Autistic, Not Broken: Why RFK Jr’s remarks are harmful to neurodivergent individuals
Representation is not a political matter but a matter of the truth; women are not one-sided romantic objects for men, they are complex with stories worth telling authentically.
More than a love interest: women deserve better stories
A.I. 's popularity grows, but so does its consequences
A.I. ‘s popularity grows, but so does its consequences
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
20 questions with Mr. Downey
20 questions with Mr. Downey
Watch a fun behind the scenes video of Buena's spring musical, The Sound of Music.
Behind the scenes: The Sound of Music 2025
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
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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Comic – Screen Usage
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Word search - Fall sports
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Crossword - Summer Activities
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Seniors Jack Pointner and River Davis in action in the pool, both committed to D1 waterpolo teams.

D1 commits Jack Pointner and River Davis swim to the future

Naima Dickerson and Alyssa Angeles
September 22, 2025
The Board of Education is conducting a survey asking for what to prioritize if budget cuts rattle the district again.

NEWS BRIEF: Board of Education prepares for budget cuts, seeks student voices

Naima Dickerson, Co-Editor in Chief
September 17, 2025
Berry cheers on the Bulldogs during senior night.

High kicks, higher spirits: managing editor Reagan Berry writes her own story

Naima Dickerson, Co-Editor in Chief
June 11, 2025
The winners of the short film awards accept their certificates.

Student voices shine in night of film, creativity, storytelling

Naima Dickerson, Co-Editor in Chief
June 4, 2025
Students dance under the stars at the highly anticipated event, prom.

Dancing the night away in the city of stars: prom 2025

Naima Dickerson, Layla McCambridge, and Healey Ramot
April 22, 2025
A group of ASB students hard at work.

[Photo] Buena’s ASB students keep the school paw-sitive

Jacob Del Rio, Staff Writer
April 7, 2025
The Ventura Unified District office full to the brim with students, parents, and staff members showing their support for those who may lose their jobs.

Controversial Board meeting draws record crowd, 20 jobs saved

Naima Dickerson and Reagan Berry
February 26, 2025
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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