The Mountain Lion Messenger

The Student News Site of Sierra Vista High School
Statewide Mourning. Coffins of President Raisi alongside his comrades during their funeral ceremony in Mashhad, Iran. (Photo Credit: Iranian Presidency Office, uploaded by Free Malaysia Today for Creative Commons License)
Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi Killed in Helicopter Crash
February 4, 2025
Syria's fall has left a nation in ruins and millions exiled with an unpredictable future ahead. Found in Creative Common License
The Fall of Syria
February 4, 2025
The map depicts the electoral college results from the 2024 presidential election. Photo credits to Wikimedia
February 4, 2025
Iran urges Muslim nations to cut ties with Israel post 2024 conflict, as highlighted by the Organization for World Peace. source: the organization for world peace caption:
Israel and Iran Conflict
February 4, 2025
From fame to controversy, Sean Combs, better known as P. Diddy, dominates headlines after recent scandalous allegations surface. In March 2024, the music mogul fell from fame and found FBI raiding his house due to his growing allegations and convictions. Source: Wikimedia Commons-- Cannes Moments: Sean Combs Reveals the Secrets of CÎROC's Success Author-- Cannes Lions Learnings
P. Diddy: Arrest
February 4, 2025
 The 2022 World Cup  
February 7, 2023
Turns to the West  
February 7, 2023
Seoul’s Halloween Tragedy
February 7, 2023
Venezuelan Anti-Immigration Protests 
February 7, 2023
Mass Shooting in Buffalo, New York
February 7, 2023
Statewide Mourning. Coffins of President Raisi alongside his comrades during their funeral ceremony in Mashhad, Iran. (Photo Credit: Iranian Presidency Office, uploaded by Free Malaysia Today for Creative Commons License)
Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi Killed in Helicopter Crash
February 4, 2025
Syria's fall has left a nation in ruins and millions exiled with an unpredictable future ahead. Found in Creative Common License
The Fall of Syria
February 4, 2025
The map depicts the electoral college results from the 2024 presidential election. Photo credits to Wikimedia
February 4, 2025
Iran urges Muslim nations to cut ties with Israel post 2024 conflict, as highlighted by the Organization for World Peace. source: the organization for world peace caption:
Israel and Iran Conflict
February 4, 2025
From fame to controversy, Sean Combs, better known as P. Diddy, dominates headlines after recent scandalous allegations surface. In March 2024, the music mogul fell from fame and found FBI raiding his house due to his growing allegations and convictions. Source: Wikimedia Commons-- Cannes Moments: Sean Combs Reveals the Secrets of CÎROC's Success Author-- Cannes Lions Learnings
P. Diddy: Arrest
February 4, 2025
All smiles before the rematch this Sunday.
Super Bowl Rematch
February 7, 2025
Nothing but smiles for Ariella Maika (12) as she holds up her “1K” balloons celebrating her 1,000th high school career kill.
Ariella Maika: Setting New Records
October 15, 2024
Homecoming Football Game
Homecoming Football Game
October 15, 2024
Sierra Vista High School's 2024 swim and dive team and their coaches join together before beginning their practice.
Sierra Vista High School “Dives” Into a New Season
May 14, 2024
Reagan Foglia (11) throws a thundering pitch against Desert Oasis Diamondbacks on Wednesday, March 27, 2024.
Clawing the Way to Victory
April 22, 2024
Puissant President. Incoming President Donald Trump set to be inaugurated on January 20, 2025. (Uploaded by Regfollower for Creative Commons License on November 6, 2024).
Donald Trump’s Re-Election: The Positives
December 18, 2024
A pro-Palestinian demonstration on November 4, 2023, at the Freedom Plaza in Washington D.C.
Israel-Palestine Student Protests
May 14, 2024
"Teenagers need a lot of sleep, and I feel like the average student does some sort of extracurricular, 6-7 hours of school, another few hours of homework ... school should ideally start at 9." - Javen (Junior)
School start time legislation at stalemate 
April 22, 2024
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis receives a ceremonial "Liberty Sword" at the 2022 "Moms for Liberty National Summit" in Tampa, Florida. (via Florida Governor's Office)
The Extremist Wave in Florida Education
December 28, 2023
The Rise and Fall of the Superhero Genre
The Rise and Fall of the Superhero Genre
October 29, 2023
Coming together for the NHS blood drive—one donation at a time.
National Honor Society 
December 18, 2024
Vista Royale: The Ultimate Fortnite Duos Tournament
Vista Royale: The Ultimate Fortnite Duos Tournament
December 18, 2024
Enjoying some time away from her second year in the classroom, Ms Balon poses with another lover of literature, Belle from "Beauty and the Beast"
Vista Alumni Returning to the Den
November 22, 2024
Breast Cancer Awareness
Breast Cancer Awareness
November 20, 2024
Building leaders, fostering teamwork, and embracing discipline-- Sierra Vista High School's JROTC shapes the future one cadet at a time. Cadets Kaia Santos (12), Jacqueline Grote (12), Carson Rose (12), Niko Monto (12), Issac Henry (12), And Aryn Crooks (12) proudly demonstrates JROTC excellence.
JROTC Shaping Cadets Today For America’s Tomorrow
November 20, 2024
Standing (Left to Right): Evangline Hovid (11), Griffin Szmety (9), Keyawn Mitchell (12), Jaedon Burg (12), Gabriel Longoria (11), Destiny McKenzie (12), Arturo (12), Tyler Siper (12), Kemora Douglas (12), AJ (12) Sitting: Kira Yeomans (12), Madalyn Reiter (11), Hannah Reed (11), Lea Fortier-Drolet (12), Makayla Pacheco (12), Summer Pobre (11), Kinsey Hinchcliffe (12), Meila Diaz (11)
Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark
February 7, 2025
Wednesday, December 4, Alex Vegas (9) and Ashton Vega (9) dress as Santa Clause for twin day.
 Vista’s Festive Holiday Spirit Week
December 18, 2024
Fashion Club President Maliq Wyatt (12) talks about his journey and shares his vision with the club.
Sierra Vista’s Fashion Club
December 18, 2024
“A Group Photo”- After the show, the Theater Department actors and stage crew finalized Sierra Vista’s Comedy Night on December 5th, 2024.
Comedy Night at Vista
December 18, 2024
Coming together for the NHS blood drive—one donation at a time.
National Honor Society 
December 18, 2024
Kayleigh Fick describes watching "Wicked" as a transformative experience.
Review: Wicked
December 18, 2024
Fallout
Fallout
May 14, 2024
Dune promotional photo featuring stars Zendaya and Timothy Chalamet
Dune Part Two the Sci-Fi of the Future
April 22, 2024
Cast X and O (joined by Technical Theatre students) celebrate a successful production.
Legally Blonde
March 28, 2024
And the winner is . . .Cillian Murphy, for Best Actor for his role in Christopher Nolan's groundbreaking film Oppenheimer.
2024 Oscars 
March 28, 2024

The Mountain Lion Messenger

The Mountain Lion Messenger
All smiles before the rematch this Sunday.
Showcase
Super Bowl Rematch
Arissa Garcia, Assistant Editor • February 7, 2025
Standing (Left to Right): Evangline Hovid (11), Griffin Szmety (9), Keyawn Mitchell (12), Jaedon Burg (12), Gabriel Longoria (11), Destiny McKenzie (12), Arturo (12), Tyler Siper (12), Kemora Douglas (12), AJ (12) Sitting: Kira Yeomans (12), Madalyn Reiter (11), Hannah Reed (11), Lea Fortier-Drolet (12), Makayla Pacheco (12), Summer Pobre (11), Kinsey Hinchcliffe (12), Meila Diaz (11)
Showcase
Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark
Hannah Reed, Guest Reporter • February 7, 2025
“A Group Photo”- After the show, the Theater Department actors and stage crew finalized Sierra Vista’s Comedy Night on December 5th, 2024.
Showcase
Comedy Night at Vista
Maegan Lumsdaine, Staff Reporter • December 18, 2024
Vista Royale: The Ultimate Fortnite Duos Tournament
Showcase
Vista Royale: The Ultimate Fortnite Duos Tournament
Danica Macaalay, Social Media Editor • December 18, 2024
Puissant President. Incoming President Donald Trump set to be inaugurated on January 20, 2025. (Uploaded by Regfollower for Creative Commons License on November 6, 2024).
Showcase
Donald Trump’s Re-Election: The Positives
Amanial Ftwi, Editor in Chief • December 18, 2024
Dancing into the spotlight, Synergy members, Christian Rebolledo (12) and Francine Andrion (12), are crowned Homecoming Kind and Queen, making Homecoming a truly unforgettable night for the both of them.
Lovers and Friends at Homecoming
Arissa Garcia, Assistant Editor • October 15, 2024
On Friday, September 27, Assistant Principals Mr. Padilla and Ms. Galloway go all out for 'Rock Your School' day. Mr. Padilla dressed as Elvis Presley, and Ms. Galloway dressed as Madonna.
Rock Your School
Lyric LaFasto, Features Editor • October 15, 2024
News
Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi Killed in Helicopter Crash
Amanial Ftwi, Editor in Chief • February 4, 2025
The Fall of Syria
Kaylah Latu, Staff Reporter • February 4, 2025
Gabriella Frey, News Editor • February 4, 2025
Israel and Iran Conflict
Alaina Smalling, Student Life Editor • February 4, 2025
P. Diddy: Arrest
Arissa Garcia, Assistant Editor • February 4, 2025
Sports
Super Bowl Rematch
Arissa Garcia, Assistant Editor • February 7, 2025
Ariella Maika: Setting New Records
Danica Macaalay, Social Media Editor • October 15, 2024
Homecoming Football Game
Averi Costa, Sports Editor • October 15, 2024
Sierra Vista High School “Dives” Into a New Season
Gabriella Frey, Sports Editor • May 14, 2024
Clawing the Way to Victory
Lyric LaFasto, Student Life Co Editor • April 22, 2024
Opinion
Puissant President. Incoming President Donald Trump set to be inaugurated on January 20, 2025. (Uploaded by Regfollower for Creative Commons License on November 6, 2024).
Donald Trump’s Re-Election: The Positives
Amanial Ftwi, Editor in Chief • December 18, 2024

Although a highly controversial and often outright problematic figure, President Trump won the 2024 election and will serve as the 47th president...

A pro-Palestinian demonstration on November 4, 2023, at the Freedom Plaza in Washington D.C.
Israel-Palestine Student Protests
Amanial Ftwi, Global News Editor • May 14, 2024

On October 7, 2023, Hamas launched an offensive into Israel, instigating another bloody conflict over the disputed Gaza Strip and West Bank....

"Teenagers need a lot of sleep, and I feel like the average student does some sort of extracurricular, 6-7 hours of school, another few hours of homework ... school should ideally start at 9." - Javen (Junior)
School start time legislation at stalemate 
Nash Anderson, Opinion Editor • April 22, 2024

On September 28, 2023, the Nevada State Board of Education announced potential regulations to push back high school start times to 8 A.M. On...

Coming together for the NHS blood drive—one donation at a time.
Features
National Honor Society 
Kaylah Latu, Staff Reporter • December 18, 2024

At Sierra Vista High School, the National Honor Society (NHS) is a worldwide  organization that recognizes high school students who excel in...

Vista Royale: The Ultimate Fortnite Duos Tournament
Vista Royale: The Ultimate Fortnite Duos Tournament
Danica Macaalay, Social Media Editor • December 18, 2024
Enjoying some time away from her second year in the classroom, Ms Balon poses with another lover of literature, Belle from "Beauty and the Beast"
Vista Alumni Returning to the Den
Danica Macaalay, Social Media Editor • November 22, 2024
Breast Cancer Awareness
Breast Cancer Awareness
Lyric LaFasto, Features Editor • November 20, 2024
Building leaders, fostering teamwork, and embracing discipline-- Sierra Vista High School's JROTC shapes the future one cadet at a time. Cadets Kaia Santos (12), Jacqueline Grote (12), Carson Rose (12), Niko Monto (12), Issac Henry (12), And Aryn Crooks (12) proudly demonstrates JROTC excellence.
JROTC Shaping Cadets Today For America’s Tomorrow
Arissa Garcia, Assistant Editor • November 20, 2024
Student Life
Standing (Left to Right): Evangline Hovid (11), Griffin Szmety (9), Keyawn Mitchell (12), Jaedon Burg (12), Gabriel Longoria (11), Destiny McKenzie (12), Arturo (12), Tyler Siper (12), Kemora Douglas (12), AJ (12) Sitting: Kira Yeomans (12), Madalyn Reiter (11), Hannah Reed (11), Lea Fortier-Drolet (12), Makayla Pacheco (12), Summer Pobre (11), Kinsey Hinchcliffe (12), Meila Diaz (11)
Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark
Hannah Reed, Guest Reporter • February 7, 2025

The cast and crew of the Sierra Vista High School Theatre department once again illuminated the stage in their production of Tim Kelly’s, Don’t...

Wednesday, December 4, Alex Vegas (9) and Ashton Vega (9) dress as Santa Clause for twin day.
 Vista’s Festive Holiday Spirit Week
Farrah Ford, Staff Reporter • December 18, 2024

During December 2nd-6th, 2024 Sierra Vista High School celebrated the Holiday season with their annual holiday Spirit Week filled with dress...

Fashion Club President Maliq Wyatt (12) talks about his journey and shares his vision with the club.
Sierra Vista’s Fashion Club
Victoria Petroni, Staff Reporter • December 18, 2024

Dreams of creating a fashion club at Sierra Vista High School became a reality. At the start of the 2024-2025 school year, fashionistas at Sierra...

Meet the Staff
Matteo Boado
Matteo Boado
Staff Reporter

Matteo Boado is a freshman at Sierra Vista and his first year as a journalist. Coming from a family that has a talent in journalism, Matteo enjoys writing, especially in the field of global news. To clarify, Matteo is not the one on the left that is Ollie,

Kaylah Latu
Kaylah Latu
Staff Reporter

Kaylah Latu is a sophomore student at Sierra Vista Highschool. This is her first year at Sierra Vista and her first year taking Journalism. She was born in Utah and moved to Las Vegas in December of 2016.  Kaylah plays volleyball for school and club.

Arissa Garcia
Arissa Garcia
Assistant Editor

Arissa Garcia is an ambitious junior attending Sierra Vista High School. This is her third consecutive year in journalism and she actively participates in other various extracurricular activities, such as volleyball, Key Club, Filipino Club, Theatre,...