Samo cheer returns to competition after four year hiatus
On Jan. 25, the Samo cheerleading team took part in four Double A Medium Division CIF competitions at Riverside’s Martin Luther King High School. The event marked the teams return to competition after more than four years of not participating, due to the instability in coaching.
Trauma
Generational trauma, also known as intergenerational trauma, refers to the transmission of emotional and psychological trauma across multiple generations. This phenomenon suggests that the effects of traumatic events extend beyond those who directly experience them, influencing the lives of their descendants. First introduced by psychologists in the 1960s, the concept highlights how unaddressed trauma can extend throughout families, affecting future generations’ mental health and overall well-being.
A BOOST for health students at LACCD
The Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) is in the process of implementing a new program called Building Outstanding Opportunities for Students to Thrive or otherwise known as BOOST. BOOST selects 250 students pursuing health careers to receive a thousand dollars each month for one year to help students who face financial challenges and might otherwise struggle to continue their education.
Memorable moments that defined the trends of 2024
2024 was a year filled with constant change, from fashion embracing maximalism with bold oversized styles and food trends focused on experimenting with unexpected flavors, to the election, where candidates spoke on climate change and women’s reproductive rights.
Festive fun…in the sun!
When people think of winter they often picture snowy streets, cozy firesides and layers of wool and cashmere. When you live in Los Angeles, winter looks a little different.
School abroad vs. America: students share their experiences
The student body at Santa Monica High School reflects a diverse community of peers from different cultures, backgrounds, and even countries. While many students have lived in America their whole lives, others have been students around the world, bringing an international perspective to their education at Samo.
Pride, health and the inclusivity crisis
In recent years, healthcare access for LGBTQ+ individuals, such as gender-affirming surgeries, hormone replacement therapy, and non-heterosexual sex education, has faced growing restrictions. Given President-elect Donald Trump's upcoming administration, and the Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement's influence, LGBTQ+ healthcare has become a focal point for political and societal dispute.
Cross Country Wrap Up
Samo cross country is wrapping up their 2024 season as the Ocean-League Champions and historic qualifiers for the CIF Southern Section Finals. For the first time in Samo history, both the boys’ and girls’ teams qualified for CIF finals.
Cross-country on road to CIF
Halfway through the 2024 cross-country season, the varsity teams have made a name for themselves in their first year in the Ocean League. So far, the boys have won two meets and the girls have won one, coming second in others. With performances like these, the team is on track to qualify for the CIF Preliminaries, needing a top-three finish in Ocean League to do so.
What’s going on around Samo?
Metro expands its “TAP-to-exit” program to Santa Monica, Samo elects new Student Board Representative, and College Fair lets students explore schools
Cross-Country on road to CIF
Halfway through the 2024 cross-country season, the varsity teams have made a name for themselves in their first year in the Ocean League. So far, the boys have won two meets and the girls have won one, coming second in others. With performances like these, the team is on track to qualify for the CIF Preliminaries, needing a top-three finish in Ocean League to do so.
New coaches and captains propel cross country team to new heights
During Samo’s historic run last season, the Vikings were stopped short in the CIF Southern Sectional championship, ending in a 27-29 loss to Rio Hondo Prep.
What’s going on around Samo?
Santa Monica Fire Department welcomes new chief, 2024 Club Row introduces new clubs to Samo, Samo brothers make scientific strides, PBL holds their student government elections, and Waymo: Is the future in safer "hands?"
LA 2028’s compounding impact on surrounding homeless community
In preparations for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, local citizens have already noticed the changes in the city with the biggest ones being the renovations to Los Angeles International Airport, the expansion of the Metro system and most significantly the “cleansing” of the homeless community.