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Warning signs like these are up all over campus. Photo by Grace Chang.

BREAKING NEWS: RUSD cancels all events, travel through April 12 due to COVID-19

March 11, 2020
In February, students began signing up for next year’s classes. At Course Preview Day Jan. 31, they were able to learn about one class that changed drastically: senior mentoring. Photo by Grace Chang.

Senior mentor class changes vision for 2020-21 school year

February 14, 2020
At the combined morning practice Sept. 19, the dance teams run off in two separate lines. Photo by Sofia McMaster

Quarry Bowl dance team collaboration highlights sisterhood, friendship

September 20, 2019
At the Aug. 23 LTA, new teachers and staff members participate in a game to introduce themselves. Photo by Sofia McMaster.

13 new staff members answer one question

September 2, 2019
For the “Map of the Soul: Persona” concept photos, BTS poses in front of a bathroom mirror. Photo from Big Hit Entertainment, used with permission under fair use.

BTS creates youthful, refreshing sound in ‘Map of the Soul: Persona’

April 22, 2019
Rehearsing repertoire for the Capitol Section Honor Band on Jan. 12, Carina Geist practices in the band room at intervention.

Flutist makes school history with acceptance into All-State Honor Band

January 15, 2019
Photo from Republic Records, used with permission under fair use.

Ariana Grande tells exes ‘Thank U, Next’ in timely, addictive track

November 5, 2018
In time for flu season, Target’s CVS pharmacy promotes a deal to receive a $5 coupon alongside a vaccination. Places like Target allow individuals to have options apart from their doctors’ offices to get the shots. Photo by Grace Chang.

Flu shots’ lifesaving effects cannot be ignored

October 5, 2018
While overseeing the American Sign Language Club, Nia Trinidad demonstrates sign language to students interested in joining.

Club Rush showcases on-campus diversity through displaying passions

September 26, 2018
On Aug. 6, seniors gather together to paint each of their own personalized parking spots. The event ran from 1 to 5 p.m. and was organized with the help of new activities director, Mr. Jesse Armas. “The students showed up at 1:00, which made it kind of hectic. Luckily, I had the help of the class officers and Mr. [Patrick] Gale as well. Hopefully it was a good time for them and one of the first memorable experiences for their senior year,” Armas said.

[PHOTO] Paint Day kicks off unofficial start to senior year

August 6, 2018
AWAITING THE KEYS. Before the piano recital begins at the Granite Springs Church located in Lincoln, students and families gather together to take a seat before its commencement. This was the first of two piano recitals, both under the direction of Janice Smith, occurring that day on April 22.

Semiannual piano recital showcases accomplishments of all ages

June 8, 2018
YOUNG EXPLORATION. Following their special stage, six young students receive certificates and recognition for embarking upon their beginning piano-study journeys. Each student played a self-composed piece and performed rhythmic compositions. That was their first time in front of an audience in a musical type setting. I think that is one of the best things -- for them to see older students perform. I think, for them, it was a new experience having the opportunity to sit at the piano and play their creations. They now know its okay to be creative and explore, Smith said.

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GREAT ACCLAMATION. For the conclusion of the recital, students of all ages bow after receiving certificates and gift bags recognizing their tremendous efforts. The 2:00 PM recital had performers of all skills and ages, each performing two to three songs. I was very pleased with how everyone did. Its difficult to get in front of a group of people; especially people that you do not see all the time and may have never seen before, instructor Janice Smith said.

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GOING BAROQUE. To correspond to the spring recital’s overarching theme, the photo booth includes items such as a world map and composer Johann Sebastian Bach’s wig constructed of stripped toilet paper rolls. The recital happened to take place on Earth Day, and many of the repertoire selections were centered around the musical baroque era.

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NOTES OF PRAISE. Immediately following the recitals conclusion, a parent writes a special congratulatory note dedicated for a student in praise of their playing. At the back table of the performance venue, parents and relatives were able to write compliments on cards to any student(s) they wished to commend and applaud.

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LAST REVIEW. Prior to the recital’s start, students review their music one last time while conversing with fellow peers and relatives. Many of the participants would be performing their pieces again the following week for the CAPMT Student Evaluations at Sacramento State, where they are required to memorize two of three songs and complete a theory test.

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MUSIC FOR ALL. As a special performance during the midway point of the recital, Janice Smith leads the special stage alongside young students in the KiddyKeys program. KiddyKeys was specially designed for children aged three to five, and it placed special emphasis in teaching the beginning concepts of music.

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IN CHARGE. Instructor Janice Smith addresses students and relatives prior to the start of the performances at Granite Springs Church. Smith, also being a trumpet educator, gathered over fifteen years of experience with credentialed music education.

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AWAITING THE KEYS. Before the piano recital begins at the Granite Springs Church located in Lincoln, students and families gather together to take a seat before its commencement. This was the first of two piano recitals, both under the direction of Janice Smith, occurring that day on April 22.

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AWAITING THE KEYS. Before the piano recital begins at the Granite Springs Church located in Lincoln, students and families gather together to await its start This was the first of two piano recitals, both under the direction of Janice Smith, occurring that day on April 22.

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