Advanced Drama Competes at the Fullerton College Theatre Festival

Theatre students attend Southern California event to gain more stage experience
March 18, 2010
By Michelle Doan, Design Manager
Carpe Pulpitum, seize the stage—the slogan served as this year’s slogan for the Fullerton College Theatre Festival which was held between Friday, March 12 and Saturday, March 13. High school drama programs from all over Southern California, including our [...]

Ping Pong Pandemonium Champion Interview

By staff writers, Christine Le and Kathy Dang
Our school campus has had such a busy week, but since International week has come to an end, Baron Banner had the time to catch up with the champion of the Ping Pong Pandemnium Tournament, a junior named Nolan Moder.
Baron Banner: How did you feel when you won [...]

Staff Spotlight: Ms. Benitez

By Tooba Ghias, Staff Writer
March 8, 2010
Baron Banner went to interview a staff member on FVHS campus. This week, we were able to  to ask Spanish teacher  Ms. Benitez some questions.
Baron Banner: How long have you been teaching here at FVHS?
Ms. Benitez: I’ve been here for 36 years starting in 1974.
BB: What part of teaching [...]

January Seniors of the Month

By Perry Meas, Staff Writer
Baron Banner: How does it feel to be a Senior of the Month?
Nina Kwak: I’d feel like I’d be bragging if I ever mentioned it! (Laughs)
BB: What was your reaction when you found out?
NK:  I initially didn’t hear it on the announcements, and when my friends said congratulations, I couldn’t believe [...]

Lip-Sync Auditions

by Andrea Liu, Staff Writer
The Lip-Sync auditions were held after school on March 4th to fundraise for the FVHS Theater program.
The competitors lip-synced to a variety of songs, which ranged from musical tracks such as “Elephant Love Medley” to rock ballads like Alien Ant Farm’s  ”Movies”. One group, the Double-Stuffed Oreos, sang a 90’s pop [...]

Physics Fun Day!

By  Tooba Ghias, Staff Writer
On Thursday, March 2, physics students from all over Southern California journeyed to Knott’s Berry Farm to take part in physics-related competitions, festivities, and, of course, some rides.
The theme park opened for the students at 8 AM, two hours earlier than usual, with a total of 5,000 teenagers in attendance. Students [...]

Seniors of The Month: Feburary

By Jazmin Temores, Staff Writer
Congratulations to seniors Nicole Quang and Rachel Sunico. These talented girls were voted as seniors of the month of February for contributing to our school in leadership and sports, as well as being dedicated students.

Nicole Quang

Pictures by Jeff Nguyen

BB: What was your first reaction when you realized you were chosen [...]

No Meat ≠ No Difference

By Brie Roche-Lilliott, staff writer
Over the last few years, the rise in popularity of the Green trend has also created more vegan and vegetarian converts. However, many people are unaware of the effects eliminating meat can have on our environment. Even if you don’t choose to become vegetarian, there are other eating techniques you can [...]

Student Spotlight: Kyle Garibay

By Monica Nguyen, Staff Writer
Kyle Garibay is known for his strong musical talents at Fountain Valley High School. He was kind enough to let Baron Banner interview him about these talents. Let’s take a look at what he said.
BB: Why do you always wear that red flannel?
KG: It’s one of my favorite shirts I guess.
BB: [...]

How to Wear: Alexander McQueen’s Spring Collection

By Connie Nguyen, Staff Writer
If you haven’t heard already, on February 11, 2010, the fashion industry suffered a great loss when one of its most creative designers, Lee Alexander McQueen, passed away. Known for his innovative, unconventional, and often shocking designs, the English designer was a favorite among celebrities such as Lady GaGa, Rihanna, and [...]

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