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  • March 11ELPAC Testing Monday March 17 to Friday, March 21
  • March 11ASB School Dance from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the MPR on Friday, March 14
  • March 11Drop and Hold Drill at 2:25 p.m. on Thursday, March 13
  • February 18ASB Movie Night at 5:30 p.m. in the MPR on Friday, Feb. 21.
  • February 18Phone-Free School Day will begin on Tuesday, Feb. 18.
  • February 3Valentine’s Day Concert at 7:00 p.m. in the MPR on Feb. 13

The Pearl Post

The student news site of Daniel Pearl Magnet High School in Lake Balboa, CA
The student news site of Daniel Pearl Magnet High School in Lake Balboa, CA

The Pearl Post
Daniela Rangel

Daniela Rangel, Opinion Editor

This is Daniela Rangel’s second year on staff and she is the Opinion Editor. Rangel enjoys listening to all different kinds of music, crocheting, reading and baking. She enjoys reading many types of books, from non-fiction to Russian literature. Her goal this year is to improve her editing skills and she wants to give the staff writers a proper platform to voice their opinions. 

 

All content by Daniela Rangel
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[Photo] Teacher’s perspective on mental health

Valery Barrera, Digital Media Editor
April 20, 2021
As coronavirus case numbers in Los Angeles County drop from a spike in December, newly reported cases and ICU bed occupation are still very high.

[Photo] Protect LAUSD students’ health; enforce staff, faculty vaccinations

Nathalie Miranda
February 22, 2021
Local District Northwest will be offering Zoom office hours during winter break to help students who are finishing up assignments. Scroll down to the bottom of the story for a link containing the Zoom meeting code.

LAUSD gives students second chance with new “no-fail” policy

Daniela Rangel and Alliana Samonte
December 18, 2020
In light of the Black Lives Matter movement, many have found themselves reading and watching some of these works to educate themselves.

Take a page and educate yourself on Black literature and film

Daniela Rangel
October 5, 2020
A Black Lives Matter flag flies high on the Capitol Records building in Hollywood.

Difference in treatment of protesters shows true colors in judicial system

Daniela Rangel
June 8, 2020
Due to the coronavirus, 16 states have postponed their primary elections and ever California voter will receive a mail-in ballot to avoid large gatherings.

Coronavirus reshapes the 2020 election through mail-in ballots

Daniela Rangel
May 18, 2020
Restaurants are no longer offering dine-in options due to restrictions set by the coronavirus pandemic. They have to rely on takeout and delivery in order to stay in business.

Restaurants to support through takeout and delivery

Daniela Rangel
May 11, 2020
Lady Gaga is one of many artists who have switched to performing through a screen since social distancing. Down below are a few more dates as to when artists will host their concerts.

Amidst social distancing, artists turn to “at home” performances

Daniela Rangel
April 17, 2020
English and journalism teacher Adriana Chavira has a virtual zoom class meeting with her honors English 10 class on March 30.

Prepare for video conference classes with these helpful tips

Daniela Rangel
April 2, 2020
Senior Emiliano Cruz works on the packet students were assigned from each one of their classes prior to the closure of schools.

Seniors worry about potential cancellation of important events during school closure

Marjina Haque, Maribella Ambrosio, and Daniela Rangel
March 24, 2020
Senior Daniel Raymundo works on his assignments that were posted on Schoology for the duration schools are closed due to COVID-19. Teachers are expected to assign more work, but without their assistance, they are putting more confusion and frustration upon students.

Virtual learning frustrates isolated students during school closure

Maribella Ambrosio and Daniela Rangel
March 20, 2020
As schools in LAUSD are currently closed, students are stuck at home receiving education online. Here are a few series students can watch after they are done learning or while schools are still being closed down.

Catch up and binge on these series while staying indoors

Daniela Rangel and Valery Barrera
March 19, 2020
This illustration was created by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention in 2020. This drawing shows the ultrastructural morphology of the coronaviruses.

Coronavirus used to push racist agenda

Daniela Rangel
March 6, 2020
Sophomore Lauren Mills looks at a campaign poster for democratic candidate Bernie Sanders made by history teacher Brenda Helfing's U.S. History class. The mock election was held on March 3 during third and fourth period.

[Photo] DPMHS students participate in mock election on Super Tuesday

March 3, 2020
History teacher Brenda Helfing's U.S. History students made posters and booths for democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden. The posters were hung in Helfing's room for the mock election on March 3.

History teacher Brenda Helfing's junior U.S. History class made posters and booths for each presidential candidate. The posters were hung around the room for the mock election on March 3.

Sophomores Brianna Peralta and Audrina Murphy participates in the mock election on March 3 held in history teacher Brenda Helfing's room.

Sophomore Xavier Alban participates in the mock election held in history teacher Brenda Helfing's room on March 3 during third and fourth period.

Youth expected to make an impact on the primary elections

Daniela Rangel
March 2, 2020
Vegetarianism has spread across America, with approximately two percent of Americans identify as vegetarian. One four of them are vegans.

The “impossible” is not so impossible with veganism

Daniela Rangel
February 25, 2020
Red roses, perhaps the most popularly gifted flowers on this holiday and flower sales in general, symbolize love and romance. They serve as a way to reflect the beauty of the receiver.

Guide to Valentine’s Day flower language

Daniela Rangel
February 11, 2020
Middle school students were provided with lunch during Fiesta Friday on Feb. 7.

[Photo] Three middle schools visit DPMHS campus

February 7, 2020
Black Student Union President Cassia Ramelb laughs at a joke made by a BSU club member during a meeting.

[Photo] Club Corner: BSU brings black culture to DPMHS campus

Marjina Haque
February 4, 2020
"I'm sending my condolences to (Kobe's) family. That is a very tough thing to experience," junior Christopher Gorospe said. "He was the first basketball player and game I'd ever learned about. Because of him, I was able to fall in love with the game. I kind of grew up watching Kobe Bryant and how he dominated teams like the Raptors."

Big Thief are currently on their North American tour until July of 2020.

Artist of the Month: Big crowds for Big Thief

Daniela Rangel
January 15, 2020
The ALS Ice Bucket challenge came to DPMHS and several students and staff participated in this awareness campaign.

Timeline: Pop culture moments of the past decade

Evan Gleason and Daniela Rangel
December 31, 2019
Senior junior varsity player Rosalinda Nava receives the ball from a teammate during a practice game on Nov. 21.

Lady Patriots aim for new goals this season

Daniela Rangel
December 16, 2019

Get Lit 2019 from The Pearl Post on Vimeo.

Get Lit brings inspirational poets to DPMHS

Daniela Rangel
December 5, 2019
Large crowds of people eager for sales pose a danger to other shoppers and store employees

Capitalism ruins holiday spirit with aggressive commercialism during Black Friday

Daniela Rangel
November 27, 2019
Enjoy your Thanksgiving dinner with these tasty recipes to fill up your plate.

Fill your plate with these Thanksgiving dishes

Daniela Rangel
November 22, 2019
Holocaust survivor Joseph Alexander displays his identification tattoo on his forearm during a presentation he gave at Monroe High School on Nov. 14.

Holocaust survivor Joseph Alexander shares his story with high school students

Daniela Rangel and Evan Gleason
November 22, 2019
Math teacher Lori Seo takes a photo with Sparkle Saturday volunteers on Nov. 9.

[Photo] Students beautify campus on Sparkle Saturday

Marjina Haque
November 15, 2019
If President Trump is impeached, Vice President Mike Pence takes over, which isn't a better alternative for the presidency.

Impeachment inquiry against President Trump is long overdue

Daniela Rangel and Marjina Haque
November 12, 2019
Speakers Kevin McCloskey and Mike Freeman from the Los Angeles LGBT Center take questions from students at the end of the Red Ribbon assembly on Oct. 29.

[Photo] Students learn about substance abuse at Red Ribbon Week assembly

Valeria Luquin
November 7, 2019
Teachers and staff take a Halloween group photo on Oct. 31.

[Photo] Spooky season takes over DPMHS

October 31, 2019
Spanish teacher Marta Rodriguez is now teaching Mexican American Studies course during period six.

Students offered variety of new classes

Daniela Rangel
October 30, 2019
English teacher Ronald Baer and history teacher Fransisco Ortega play against senior Ethan Zinshteyn in the teachers vs senior basketball tournament on Oct. 18.

[Photo] Seniors take win in basketball tournament vs teachers

October 21, 2019
Spanish teacher Marta Rodriguez and student Luis Medina look through student roster to take attendance.

[Photo] The California Great Shake Out

October 17, 2019
Joe Biden, former vice president and a frontrunner in recent polls, started his career in law initially as an attorney, later becoming one of the youngest U.S. Senators for the state of Delaware. After losing his 2008 presidential campaign, he was selected as Barack Obama’s running mate, serving alongside him for two terms. His campaign values a strong emphasis on the middle-class people of America and bettering working conditions. Biden’s plans include improving working conditions and ensuring that every American has the opportunity to attend a free two or four- year college. In terms of healthcare, he plans on expanding upon Obama’s Affordable Care Act, having it compete against privately-owned insurance companies. This differs from other candidates’ proposals for a Medicare-for-All plan that would serve as the primary healthcare source for everybody, eliminating the need for privately-owned healthcare providers. To tackle climate change, Biden has pledged to re-enter the Paris Climate deal as well as enstating his own personal policies once in office. In addition to improvements to the criminal justice system, the Former Vice President plans on taking preventative measures to eliminate racial profiling and harsh sentencing practices.

Get to know your 2020 Democratic candidates

Daniela Rangel
October 14, 2019
Ariana Grande has been under fire after her lawsuit against Forever 21.

Opinion: Major brands, celebrities’ lack of originality belittle lesser-known designers

Daniela Rangel
September 26, 2019
News Literacy Project board member Walt Mossberg, staff writer Valeria Luquin and Alan Miller founder and CEO of News Literacy Project smile to take a picture with the Gwen Ifill Student of the Year Award that Luquin received on Sept. 17.

Staff Writer Luquin honored as Gwen Ifill Student of the Year

Daniela Rangel
September 18, 2019
Ezra Koenig performs for Vampire Weekend's last tour in San Francisco in 2014.

Vampire Weekend returns with new album ‘Father of the Bride’

Daniela Rangel
May 7, 2019
Freshman Daniela Rangel was unable to make it through a day unplugged.

Straying from tech proves as too much

Daniela Rangel
November 18, 2018
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