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The Student News Site of Sierra Vista High School
Hands-Off rally, Washington, DC Protesters rally around D.C.'s Washington Monument for the Hands Off Movement on April 5, 2025. (Taken by G. Edward Johnson, uploaded on Wikipedia under CC by 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:2025-04-05_Hands-Off_Rally_Washington_DC_13-18-50_1.jpg)
National Guard Deployment in Washington D.C.
September 22, 2025
Ovechkin (2)- From challenger to record-breaker, Ovechkin made hockey history with every shot leading up to his 897th goal.
NHL Breaking Barriers: How Hockey’s Biggest Names Created History 
May 22, 2025
Pope Leo XIV makes his first public appearance standing at the central loggia of St. Peter's Basilica after his declaration as the 267th Head of the Catholic Church on May 8, 2025. Image sourced from Flickr, Creative Commons by NC-ND. Link: https://www.flickr.com/photos/catholicism/54506387286/
The Passing of Pope Francis
May 22, 2025
Refugee Reintegration. Syrian refugees at a clinic in Ramtha, Northern Jordan (Taken by Russell Watkins/Department for International Development for Creative Commons License).
Syrian Refugees: Reintegration
May 6, 2025
Palestine supportive protesters march down streets and demand for a ceasefire. Sourced from the Organization of World Peace (OWP).
The Three-Stage Gaza Ceasefire: Shattered
May 6, 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
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 Grind of A Student Athlete
The Grind of A Student Athlete
September 22, 2025
Ovechkin (2)- From challenger to record-breaker, Ovechkin made hockey history with every shot leading up to his 897th goal.
NHL Breaking Barriers: How Hockey’s Biggest Names Created History 
May 22, 2025
Team captain Regi Beshiri prepares to serve during a match at the Aggies Classic Tournament (Photo taken by Brayden Pahk 12).
Sierra Vista’s Unforgettable Weekend
May 6, 2025
Sierra Vista High's basketball players, coaches, and cheerleaders come together for their post-championship victory.
Men’s Basketball Win Back-To-Back State Titles
March 20, 2025
On Saturday, February 15, 2025, Sierra Vista High School’s wrestling team secured a 4A State Championship win.
Wrestling: One Legacy
March 20, 2025
In response to President Trump's "Securing Our Borders Act," many US citizens feel this policy unleashes hostile and unnecessarily traumatic tragedies across America, ultimately breaking up families and kicking harmless people out of their homes instead of removing the actual criminals that threaten's the safety and welfare of America. Picture Credit : https://warpreventioninitiative.org/peace-science-digest/resisting-authoritarianism/
The Reality of Illegal Immigration
September 22, 2025
The Grind of A Student Athlete
The Grind of A Student Athlete
September 22, 2025
"I do not agree with any of the policies that he has placed for our nation. I believe that there is so much inequality and corruption. Yes, many people migrated here from different countries. Those people mean no harm. They came to the United States to look for better opportunities. They came here to do better not only for themselves but for their families. It is saddening that a man is ruling our nation for the next 4 years. It's only been three months and he is breaking up families, and discriminating against people of color, religion, sexuality, etc. I am personally afraid of what other things he is yet to consider taking action on. They most certainly affect my family. I have so many family members who have migrated here. But, not for the reasons Trump has said they have. They came here to find better job opportunities. Some to get a decent education. And now he wants us to drop everything and leave. My family is very peaceful, they don't have any sort of record, they don't have debt, and they have never committed any crimes. Why do we have to leave while his people are murderers, kidnappers, addicts, living out on streets. Most of the population that is now currently homeless are Americans who were born here, raised here and they don't even try to get better. People are not harmless, the circumstances are. Immigrants including my family should not be put through such harsh punishments like these just because the president is a racist. It is disgustingly obvious he has never shown any compassion to migrants and how things are appearing he indeed won't ever change his mind."- Wendy Bonilla (12)
Immigration Policies
March 3, 2025
47th President. President Trump's official 2025 portrait. (Taken by Daniel Torok for Creative Commons License on January 17, 2025)
Trump v. Constitution (Birthright Citizenship Op-Ed)
March 3, 2025
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
After reminiscing on the times past, Tori Pineda (12) sits down in The Post, looking forward to new experiences.
To Freshman, From Seniors: Advice for a Strong Start
May 22, 2025
The sun sets over the beach in Honolulu, Hawaii a favorite destination for Vegas residents.
Summer Plans
May 22, 2025
Makayla Best (10), Julianna Reed(11), Christina Fakoya(11), Anna Yu(10), Hannah Reed(11), Alijah Santiago(11), McKenzie Gidge(11), Mya Quezada(9), and Nora Baltera(10), Sierra Vista's future executive board, enjoy their first official bonding event.
Leading a New School Year: Sierra Vista High School’s New Executive Board 
May 22, 2025
Jason Ford and Farrah Ford (11) soaking in the electric atmosphere of their very first WrestleMania at Allegiant Stadium, April 19th, 2025.
WrestleMania 41 Weekend
May 22, 2025
Seniors Shine at Sunset: A Festival Farewell to Remember
Seniors Shine at Sunset: A Festival Farewell to Remember
May 20, 2025
New Teachers Join Vista Family
New Teachers Join Vista Family
September 30, 2025
With fast hands and intense focus, John Santiago ( 9 ) snagged the win during "Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Cup" with one final grab, sealing his victory.
Welcome Back Assembly
September 22, 2025
Class of 2026 Welcomes the Sun with a new year of Possibilites
The Sun Rises Over the SVHS Class of 2026
August 2, 2025
After reminiscing on the times past, Tori Pineda (12) sits down in The Post, looking forward to new experiences.
To Freshman, From Seniors: Advice for a Strong Start
May 22, 2025
The sun sets over the beach in Honolulu, Hawaii a favorite destination for Vegas residents.
Summer Plans
May 22, 2025
"In a post shared on X on September 3rd, 2025, a user expresses intense criticism of the character, Jeremiah Fisher, played by Gavin Casalegno. The tweet, which includes a personal attack, highlighting the emotional intensity and polarization among fans following recent plot developments"
The Summer the Internet Turned Toxic 
September 30, 2025
Merchandise of Krypto, the Superdog, to promote Superman 2025.
Superman a New Legacy
September 22, 2025
Eager audiences around the world anticipate the upcoming movies this summer, including classics such as the live action "Lilo and Stitch", and long awaited sequels like Mission impossible- Final Reckoning. AI created image by author
Summer Blockbuster Preview
May 22, 2025
Masen Mitchell (9) on his third trip to the Minecraft movie describes it as "something he could watch over and over again"
Review: A Minecraft Movie
May 6, 2025
Makayla Pacheco (12), playing Sophie in Mama Mia! faints while performing "Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!"
Mamma Mia!
March 20, 2025

The Mountain Lion Messenger

The Mountain Lion Messenger
Gabriella Frey

Gabriella Frey, Co Editor-in-Chief

Gabriella (Gabby) Frey is a senior at Sierra Vista High School and is in her fourth year of journalism as Co-Editor in Chief. Frey also serves as Student Body First Treasurer and FCCLA President. Frey enjoys playing volleyball, reading, and baking.

All content by Gabriella Frey
"In a post shared on X on September 3rd, 2025, a user expresses intense criticism of the character, Jeremiah Fisher, played by Gavin Casalegno. The tweet, which includes a personal attack, highlighting the emotional intensity and polarization among fans following recent plot developments"

The Summer the Internet Turned Toxic 

Farrah Ford and Gabriella Frey
September 30, 2025
The Grind of A Student Athlete

The Grind of A Student Athlete

Gabriella Frey, Co-Editor in Chief
September 22, 2025
Makayla Best (10), Julianna Reed(11), Christina Fakoya(11), Anna Yu(10), Hannah Reed(11), Alijah Santiago(11), McKenzie Gidge(11), Mya Quezada(9), and Nora Baltera(10), Sierra Vista's future executive board, enjoy their first official bonding event.

Leading a New School Year: Sierra Vista High School’s New Executive Board 

Gabriella Frey, News Editor
May 22, 2025
MR. MOUNTAIN LION PAGEANT- On April 17, during Vista's 21st annual Mr. Mountain Lion competition, Madilyn Reiter (11) and Kaya Holland (11) dressed as royalty to celebrate the occasion. Students would compete for the title 'Mr. Mountain Lion' during this competition, while simultaneously raising funds for the Gwendolyn Strong Foundation.

[Photo] Mr. Mountain Lion 

Maegan Lumsdaine, Staff Reporter
May 22, 2025
Makayla Pacheco (12), playing Sophie in Mama Mia! faints while performing "Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!"

Mamma Mia!

Gabriella Frey, News Editor
March 20, 2025
In January of 2025, the Palisades fires roared and began to spread more aggressively. On January 7th, fires were seen along the mountaintop surrounding downtown Los Angeles. Photo credits: Wikimedia Commons

California Wildfires

Gabriella Frey, News Editor
March 3, 2025
The map depicts the electoral college results from the 2024 presidential election. Photo credits to Wikimedia

Gabriella Frey, News Editor
February 4, 2025
Sophomore class vice president, Korina Noble, and president, Lauren Grobl, show off their school spirit on Wednesday, December fourth, twin day.

[Photo]  Vista’s Festive Holiday Spirit Week

Farrah Ford, Staff Reporter
December 18, 2024
America's voters work to fill out their ballots. To find more voting information visit https://www.vote.org/ Photo credits: flickr

Every Vista Vote Matters

Gabriella Frey, News Editor
November 2, 2024
Eliana Booth (11) rocks her 90's themed outfit on September 26 during Sierra Vista's Homecoming spirit day, Throwback Thursday.

Madalyn Reiter (11) and Nora Baltera (10) pose in front of Student Councils spirit day windows in their 90's gear on Throwback Thursday.

Sierra Vista High School's volleyball players Arae'yaa Love Pearson (12) and Hayhay Manibusan (9) show their school spirit on Throwback Thursday before their game where they faced off and won against Liberty High School.

Student body first vice president, Hannah Reed (11), and student body second vice president, Mckenzie Gidge (11), celebrate together after their successful Homecoming assembly themed, Lovers and Friends. Delete comment: -Eliana Booth (11) rocks her 90's themed outfit on September 26 during Sierra Vista's Homecoming spirit day, Throwback Thursday. -Madalyn Reiter (11) and Nora Baltera (10) pose in front of Student Councils spirit day windows in their 90's gear on Throwback Thursday. - Sierra Vista High School's volleyball players Arae'yaa Love Pearson (12) and Hayhay Manibusan (9) show their school spirit on Throwback Thursday before their game where they faced off and won against Liberty High School. - Student body first vice president, Hannah Reed (11), and student body second vice president, Mckenzie Gidge (11), celebrate together after their successful Homecoming assembly themed, Lovers and Friends.

Sierra Vista High School's dance and step team, Synergy, celebrates their last football half time performance of 2024 at the Sierra Vista homecoming football game.

Synergy Steps Into the New School Year 

Gabriella Frey, News Editor
October 15, 2024
Sierra Vista High Schools newest club, FCCLA, celebrates their last night in Reno for the 2023-2024 FCCLA state conference

FCCLA

Gabriella Frey, News Editor
September 20, 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

Gabriella Frey, Sports Editor
May 14, 2024
The Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers warm up in Las Vegas's Allegiant Stadium on Sunday, February 11, 2024 as people begin to arrive for the LVII Super Bowl,

2024 Super Bowl LVIII

Gabriella Frey, Sports Editor
March 28, 2024
We Are The Champions

We Are The Champions

Gabriella Frey, Sports Editor
March 28, 2024
On Dec. 12, 2023, Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelensky, and U.S. President, Joe Biden, shake hands in the White House before discussing the terms of the Ukrainian and Russian war. Credit: rawpixel

Volodymyr Zelensky’s Visit To The White House 

Gabriella Frey, Sports Editor
February 15, 2024
Sierra Vista High School's women's soccer team celebrates their final game together after an intense first playoff game against Green Valley High School.

Sierra Vista High School’s Women’s Soccer Team 2023 Recap 

Gabriella Frey, Sports Co-Editor
December 28, 2023
Sierra Vista High School's dance and step team, Synergy, prepares for their performance at the Homecoming week assembly on October 13.

[Photo] Synergy SVHS Dance Team 

October 29, 2023
Fall Sports

Fall Sports

Gabriella Frey, Sports Co-Editor
September 20, 2023
Complete the summer with these books: The Hunger Games, It Starts With Us, The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, The Summer I Turned Pretty, Lessons in Chemistry, Heartstopper, and Dragon Hoops.

2023 Summer Reads

Gabriella Frey, Staff Reporter
May 22, 2023
Varsity baseball third baseman, James Starkus (12), steps up to bat during an intense home game against Spring Valley High School.

2023 Baseball Season

Gabriella Frey, staff reporter
April 27, 2023
Social Media: The Rise or Fall forTeens?

Social Media: The Rise or Fall forTeens?

Gabriella Frey, staff reporter
March 31, 2023

 The 2022 World Cup  

Gabriella Frey, staff reporter
February 7, 2023
Sierra Vistas theatre department gathering on stage one final time after a successful and rewarding closing night of this year's fall play, The Mouse Trap.

The Mouse Trap

Gabriella Frey, staff reporter
December 14, 2022
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