The Mountain Lion Messenger

The Student News Site of Sierra Vista High School
Syria’s Continued Conflict
March 20, 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
The Three-Stage Gaza Ceasefire: Stage Two
March 20, 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
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
March 3, 2025
THE 2025 INAUGURATION- Donald Trump takes the role of America's 47th president during his inauguration in Washington, DC, on January 20, 2025. After winning the 2024 election, he stood on a podium as he gave his presidential speech. (By rawpixel.com under public domain with a Creative Commons License)
President Trump’s First 10 Days in Office
March 3, 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
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
Reagan Foglia (12) and Makenzie Best (12) in the dugout at Faiss Middle School after their first practice.
A New Challenge 
March 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
"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
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
From the sidelines to the center court, Sierra Vistas cheer team joins our 4A Basketball champions.
Vista Cheerleaders
March 20, 2025
The potential ban of TikTok raises concerns not just between the U.S. and Chinese government but also among millions of users who have made the platform a part of their daily life.
TikTok Ban 
March 3, 2025
Dr Marino shares, "The warning signs of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) can be changes in emotion (or affect) such as feeling down, or sad most every day, low energy, craving carbohydrates and overeating,sleeping too much, difficulty concentrating, feeling hopeless or worthless, and even suicide ideation. SAD is also an issue with spring and summer seasons, and is often called summer-onset seasonal affective disorder. Warning mood changes in the coming Spring Forward in time change to look for may include trouble sleeping, changes in appetite, weight changes, anxiety, feeling more irritable than usual"
Chasing the Sun: Shedding Light on Seasonal Affective Disorder
March 3, 2025
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
Assistant Principal, Jaimee Galloway dressed in her colorful attire for the tie-dye spirit day.
SpringChella 
March 20, 2025
Sierra Vista Students Plans for Their Time Off
March 20, 2025
Makayla Pacheco (12), playing Sophie in Mama Mia! faints while performing "Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!"
Mamma Mia!
March 20, 2025
Thirty Seven Sierra Vista DECA members took part in the DECA State Career Development Conference (SCDC) at Alexis Park Resort and 17 of our students made it on stage
Vista’s DECA State Career Development Conference
March 20, 2025
Student council seniors gear up for graduation at Senior Sunrise. Delete comment: Student council seniors gear up for graduation at Senior Sunrise.
The Senior Scoop
March 3, 2025
Makayla Pacheco (12), playing Sophie in Mama Mia! faints while performing "Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!"
Mamma Mia!
March 20, 2025
Jaylene Limon (9) Describes The "Dog Man" movie as the silliest thing she's ever seen.
Dog-Man Review 
March 3, 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)
Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark
February 7, 2025
Kayleigh Fick describes watching "Wicked" as a transformative experience.
Review: Wicked
December 18, 2024
Fallout
Fallout
May 14, 2024

The Mountain Lion Messenger

The Mountain Lion Messenger
Penelope Marquez

Penelope Marquez, Entertainment Editor

Penelope Marquez is a junior at Sierra Vista High School. This is her third year of journalism. Penelope enjoys writing stories about student life and opinionated articles. Penelope was born and raised in Las Vegas and loves Hello Kitty.

All content by Penelope Marquez

Sierra Vista Students Plans for Their Time Off

Penelope Marquez, Entertainment editor
March 20, 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

Penelope Marquez, Entertainment Editor
March 3, 2025
Allegiant Stadium displays the logos of the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers, advertising the Super Bowl LVIII. Wikimedia Commons

Super Bowl LVIII

Penelope Marquez, Entertainment Editor
February 4, 2025
Hannah Reed (11) and Nora Baltera(10) match during Twin Day, a highlight of Winter Spirit Week, showcasing their coordinated outfits and school spirit.

[Photo]  Vista’s Festive Holiday Spirit Week

Farrah Ford, Staff Reporter
December 18, 2024
Seniors Chloe Gomez, Lexi Veleztan, Elijah Jurolan, Christian Rebolledo, Irina Jecova, Makenzie Best, and Mia Arielle pose in their pajamas, ready to spend the night in the school gym during lock-in.

Students Councils’ Annual Lock-In

Penelope Marquez, Entertainment Editor
November 20, 2024
Vista's Multimedia club's face painting booth in action.

[Photo] Fright Night

Alaina Smalling, Student Life Editor
November 20, 2024
The Book Club’s Slime Booth is fully decorated and ready for Fright Night

Madalyn Reiter(11) and Alijah Santiago(11) matching outfits for Lovers and Friends Wednesday.

Jacqueline Bowles-Brooks(11) and Allison Stanley(11) dressed in 90s attire for Throwback Thursday.

Ny’ema Tippens(11) dressed in her favorite artist shirt for Rock Your School Friday.

Christian Rebolledo, a representative of HLSU participated during Miércoles de Deporte (Sports Wednesday), showing off his jersey.

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

Penelope Marquez, Entertainment Editor
October 15, 2024
Hope Squad meeting with their advisor, Ms. Segal sharing a presentation on the ins and outs of the club.

Sierra Vista’s Hope Squad

Penelope Marquez, Entertainment Editor
September 19, 2024
Alaina Smalling (10), Penelope Marquez (10) and Christina Fakoya (10) in book club discussing their summer reads.

Summer Reads 

Penelope Marquez, Student Life Co Editor
May 14, 2024
Sierra Vista foyer fully decorated around Willy Wonka's chocolate bars for their spring assembly.

Leo’s Chocolate Factory

Penelope Marquez, Student Life Co Editor
April 22, 2024
February 5th, 2024 Sierra Vista DECA members after the first day of competitions at the Plant Hollywood Hotel.

Distributive Education Clubs of America Competitions 

Penelope Marquez, Student Life Co Editor
March 28, 2024
On September 15, 2023, United Auto Workers Members went on strike against the three main automakers in the United States. Photo by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

 United Auto Workers Strike 

Penelope Marquez, Features Co-Editor
February 15, 2024
Hispanic/Latino Student Union representatives showcases their oferenda they created for Dia De Los Muertos.

Celebrating Día de los Muertos

Penelope Marquez, Student Life Co-Editor
December 28, 2023
On September 26, Sierra Vistas Book Club, organized by Ms .Mathew, held its very first meeting with a total of ten students.

Sierra Vista’s Book Club

Penelope Marquez, Student Life Co-Editor
October 29, 2023
Sierra Vista Cracks Down on the Use of Mobile Devices  

Sierra Vista Cracks Down on the Use of Mobile Devices  

Penelope Marquez, Features Co-editor
September 22, 2023
Ronan Jon Tumang, a freshman student attending Sierra Vista High School working in his honors English class.

High School Survival Guide

Penelope Marquez, Staff Reporter
May 22, 2023
During the DECA State Career Development Conference at the Horseshoe Hotel, all the members, including their advisor Mr.Christensen was able to take a group photo before their long-awaited competitions.

Distributive Education Clubs of America Competitions

Penelope Marquez, staff reporter
April 27, 2023
Dora Rodriguez and her mother, Maria Flores sit on her front porch in Jalisco Mexico during Dora’s long-awaited trip to visit her family.

The Arrest of Ovidio Guzmán López

Penelope Marquez, staff reporter
March 3, 2023

Hip Hop Icon Passes

Penelope Marquez, staff reporter
February 7, 2023
Matthew Chen and Brandon Lomibao working together on a plan DECA poster. The DECA club members often volunteer for school events and more.

Distributive Clubs of America

Penelope Marquez, staff reporter
December 14, 2022
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