Humans of Sophomore Honors: Nina

I interviewed Nina Chiu about her family relationships and who has had the biggest impact on her and who she has become.

By Ella T. from Eureka Senior High School in California

“Nothing stops her, when i’m older I would love to be a person like my mom... My family is very chaotic and loud, i'm so used to hanging out with them everyday... I have a big Mexican family...I’m with my cousins all the time... They have shown me what real family is and how to be a loving family member.”

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Humans of Sophomores Honors:Daniel King

I interviewed Daniel King a fellow student in my class about his family,academics, and cultural background.I was surprised by how spread out his family was and how well he knew them.He also told me how he loves languages and academics.

How Covid affected Sports at Eureka

In this article, I talked about how Covid-19 affected Eureka High School and what precautions we have taken to overcome it.

Humans of Sophomore Honors: Kylee Waldvogel

I interviewed Kylee Waldvogel about the important lessons she has learned through life, and how it has affected her views of the world.

¨Humans of Sophomore Honors¨

I interviewed Baedan for my English project this will talk about his life.

Humans of Sophomore Honors: Gabriel Martinez

I interviewed Gabriel Martinez about his happiest, saddest, and proudest moments in his life. I also asked him one thing that people don't know about him and his goals for this year.

Humans of Sophomore Honors: Natalie

I interviewed Natalie Arrez Alcantar about what she wants to do when she grows up.

Our Local Rocky Horror - Kate Fazio

Let's take a deep dive into Rocky Horror Picture Show, and see just how local a movie with a cult following since the 70s can be.

Pork Prices Skyrocket With New CA Proposition

Pork prices have been on a steady increase across the county. Learn about the proposition that is behind these increases, and how it affects the people in your local community. An interview with an agricultural professional reveals it all.

Humans of Sophomore Honors English: Kaitlin Giacone

In an interview I had with Kaitlin Giacone, you get to know about her inspiring story of how she wants to help change an issue she is passionate about. She explains a past issue of hers, and how she is planning on preventing others going through it.

offshore wind energy

My article is about potentially putting floating wind turbines into the waters of offshore Humboldt in order to produce more energy.

Charli Roberts

Charli Roberts is a Sophomore at Eureka High. She is ingrained in livestock and has won many national shows. Charli's competed with people from California to Ohio and has won. She currently wants to go somewhere like Texas Tech and learn agriculture.

Humboldt Bay, King Salmon, and Radioactivity

My Journalistic Article is about King Salmon's section of Humboldt Bay and the radioactive materials stored within a large hill nearby the town. King Salmon's section of Humboldt Bay is very special, and it would be awful if something happened to it.

Humans of Sophomores - Luke Hernandez

I interviewed Luke Hernandez about how he became successful in soccer and the music band. He didn't want to do soccer when he was little but then joined it in middle school. He also joined the music band and is now doing both in high school.

The Effect of the Pandemic on Humboldt County Students

Humboldt County, like so much of the globe, has been drastically effected by the pandemic. Schools were forced to shut down, and the damage was catastrophic.

Humans of Sophomores Honors Sequoia Ashby

I interviewed Sequoia Ashby and we talked about her goals and hopes in life. She talked a lot about cross country and her passion really shows.

How Covid-19 has affected the working class around the United States but more in depth on how Covid has affected the working class of Eureka, California

My article has statistics and points of view on how Covid affected the work place around the United States and specifically in Eureka, California.

Humans of Sophomore Honors: Emma Wiegandt

I interviewed Emma Wiegandt about her ideas on human nature. Two of the questions I asked her were, "When we’re gone, how do you want people to remember you?" and " What is the most important lesson you have learned in life?".

humans of sophmore honors english: madison

I interviewed Madison W about about her life and human nature, and everything I asked her about she had a answer to. I asked what she wanted to do when she grows up and she already knows what she wants to do, she has a plan.

Humans of Sophomore Honors: Sophia West

In this interview, I asked Sophia West some questions about herself and what she wanted to do with her life. I then recorded them below.

Condors and the Yurok Tribe

This article is about the Yurok Tribes' participation in the Condor Restoration Program.

Humans of sophomore Honors: Miles Sorensen

In this interview i interviewed Miles Sorensen about his family and how they impact him. Some of the questions i asked were "Who is your favorite relative and why?". In conclusion the point of the interview was to get to know more about the person.

Retired Track Coach: Catrina Bindel

In this interview, I learned of Catrina Bindel's life story. I also learned of how she became a track and field coach; and what she did after she stopped coaching. She is a great person to talk to and I enjoyed hearing about her story.

Covid’s Effect On The Homeless Community & Humboldt County’s Reaction

This Journalistic Article describes the homeless population before and after covid. How covid has effected there daily life and struggles; As well as what foundations, healthcare, and other resources Humboldt has to offer the homeless community.

The Impact of Covid-19 on Local Musicians

I discussed Covid-19 and its impact on local musicians. I interviewed Chris Cox, a local musician and the EHS Jazz Ensemble director about this topic. We also talk about the future of performing arts.

The Progression of Sports Throughout the Pandemic

My article looks over all the stats and mental affects of athletes who's seasons were cut short by covid.

How Covid-19 has affected local Health Centers

I interviewd my mom about her P.O.V. on Covid-19 and the inside details about how it has affected not only her, but her job. She then tells me all struggles her job has faced and ways they tried to fix them.

Covid-19 vs. Healthcare; Why is it Important?

This article describes hospitals and healthcare workers struggling with shortness in staff and shortness in resources while also battling the pandemic and its hardships.

How to be Successful Growing up in Humboldt County

This article is about how success means something different to everyone. Whether you believe success to be based on financial earnings or having time with friends and family, you have to build your path to success.

Covid Effecting Schools

Covid has effected schools a huge amount since we've gotten back to in-person. I wanted to understand why this has happened what it's effecting currently.

Humans of Sophomore Honors: Victoria Shilts

I interviewed Victoria Shilts about her life experiences and how they impacted her views, happiness, and beliefs. This interview expresses how one's experiences can leave a lasting impression on an individual, even years later!

Covid-19 Devastates Beef Market Prices

The Covid-19 virus has affected our lives in multiple ways. We have seen examples of this throughout our stores and restaurants. Our food prices are going up, and the beef price increase is affecting our generational ranchers.

Humans of Sophomore Honors: Lila Ekholdt

In this interview Lila told me about where her motivation comes from. She explained what contributes to her driven personality and attitude towards life.

The origins of R&B, Jazz, and Rock

This article will inform you about the origins of R&B, Rock, and Jazz. It will talk about their African American Origins and the impact African American music/culture has left on today's media. (Trigger warning, racism and racial epithets)

Humans of Sophomore Honors: Jackson Burger

I interveiwed Jackson burger about how he following his passion of music and how his dad has been the biggest impact every step of the way.

Construction In Covid

In this article I will be discussing the importance of construction and why it is so important. I will also be talking about how Covid-19 has affected that line of work and how it has affected my dad who works in the construction business.

Dancing Through COVID

Has Covid had an impact on the activities you love to do? For dancers, they discovered their true interests and they fought through the struggles that Covid brought.

humans of sophomore honors Megan Barry

I interviewed Megan Barry about her life and how certain events impacted her. After the interview I realized that there is a lot more to people than meets the eye.

Humans of Sophomore Honors: Kate Fazio

I interviewed Kate Fazio about something people wouldn't know about her just from looking at her and also what she likes most about herself personality-wise.

Humans of Sophomore Honors: Whilder Kijsriopas

I interviewed Whilder Kijsriopas about how she has become the person she is today. She explains challenges she´s faced and learned from, what has motivated her throughout her life, and explains a reflection on moments she is most proud of.

Human of Sophomore Honors: Mateo

I interviewed Mateo about his past I learned his dad has had a big impact on his life and hes spent his whole life playing baseball.

Humans Of Sophomore Honors: Miriam Mende

I interviewed Miriam about her upbringing. She had a lot to say about how she has become more confident through the help of those around her. She goes into detail about who helped her in what situations.

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How Covid-19 has affected the Fitness Community

Covid-19 has affected those who work in the fitness community and those who contribute to the fitness community.

Journalistic Article: Homelessness and its Affects

I did an interview on how businesses have been affected by the homeless population. What changes do you make to survive and what conflicts do you face.

Pandemic Anxiety

I interviewed Eleia Cruz about how the pandemic has affected her mental health. We discussed the major factors in teen anxiety today, and why it has been increasing.

Covid-19 Impact on Healthcare Workers

Overall Covid-19 has had a major impact and change on healthcare workers jobs and out of work lives, because it increased their chances of getting sick and increased their stress level with their job.

Humans of Sophomore Honors: Haley Foster

I interviewed Haley Foster and I learned she is a very kind and caring person. I learned that she is a black belt in martial arts and wants to perssure a career in engingering.

How Small Businesses Have Been Affected By Covid

Small businesses have been one of the most affected by the pandemic. Almost one-third of all small businesses were shut down in March and some never fully recovered.

Why abortions need to be legalized across the globe

This Journalistic article is about how our county/state has resources to get safe abortions and it compares and contacts the countries, states, and cities that don't have them legalized and calculates the death rate of back ally abortions.

Eureka High Diversity Murals

The Diversity murals at Eureka High school have gone through a long process of rejection approval. They represent both embracing cultures and unifying our community.

Humans of Sophomore Honors: Maia

For a project, I interviewed Maia Hales about her life, what she pictures for her future, and some words of wisdom. Maia talked a lot about her family, what she wants to do after high school, and how she would like to be remembered.

The Effect of COVID on Hospitals

My article is about how COVID, the worldwide pandemic, has affected hospitals around the world especially St. Josephs's hospital in Eureka. It talks about the various problems that COIVID has caused for St. Joseph's.

Covid-19, How Has It Been Impacting Our Hospitals?

This article is about the impact of COVID-19 in our hospitals. This article also includes an interview with Katherine Anderson, the lead Infection Provention and Employee Health nurse.

Humans of Sophmore Honors: Samantha Sweet

For our "Humans of Sophomore Honors" interview project, I interviewed Samantha Sweet. I found that she had a deep passion for animals, engraved in her since the beginning of her life.

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A interview of Kai composed and written by Kate. About him as a person. In this interview he talked about his failures, experiences and goals.

Culture Is Not Mass-Produced

The story behind two Zuni silversmiths and their efforts to market their jewelry in the face of non-Native opportunists who steal authentic designs to mass produce for a global market.

Covid affecting bsketball at EHS.

I wrote about how Covid affected EHS basketball. I interviewed Jimmy Rodgers who is the boys varsity basketball coach.

Humans Of Sophmore Honors: Nelson

For our Humans of Sophmore Honors English assignment, I interviewed Nelson to learn more about his life and what is important to him. I learned some facts that I didn't know before even though I have known him for many years.

Humans Of Sophomore Honors : Brooke Boone

For this Project, I interviewed my classmate Brooke Boone and asked her some questions. These are some of the responses that she replied with that I thought were pretty important so I chose these quotes to represent her.

Suicide loss and awareness

A few words.

Crime on the come up

Social media trends cause rise in campus crime

Never Quit

This post is based on a interview that I conducted with a fellow student named Autumn Cooeyate.

Human of Sophomore Honors: Mateo

I interviewed Mateo about his past I learned his dad has had a big impact on his life and hes spent his whole life playing baseball.

A step ahead

Industry Based Certifications offer early start to students’ careers

Humans of Sophomore Honors: Django

For my Humans of Sophomore Honors, I interviewed Django. He talked a lot about influences and what he wants to do when he gets older.

Native American Conspiracy Revealed

Letter to the editor of the Gallup Independent newspaper.

Humans of Sophomore Honors: Annabelle Hiscox

For our Sophomore English Honors class, I interviewed Annabelle Hiscox. She shows her love for family and an important lesson she has learned.

Humans of AR

Inside the thoughts of a Fourth Year

Reese's democracy keys

My keys represent democracy to me.

Sleeping Problems in Youth

Students who struggle with sleeping are more likely to develop mental health problems.

Humans of Sophomore Honors: Whilder Kijsriopas

I interviewed Whilder Kijsriopas about how she has become the person she is today. She explains challenges she´s faced and learned from, what has motivated her throughout her life, and explains a reflection on moments she is most proud of.

Irresponsible Dog Breeding in Zuni, NM

Rez dogs have started costing people and the community too much.

Clearing Snow in Wellsboro

How are winter conditions dealt with in the borough of Wellsboro?

"My #1 person"

Her grandmother is her biggest support.

How Covid-19 has affected the Fitness Community

Covid-19 has affected those who work in the fitness community and those who contribute to the fitness community.

Humans Of Sophomore Honors: Miriam Mende

I interviewed Miriam about her upbringing. She had a lot to say about how she has become more confident through the help of those around her. She goes into detail about who helped her in what situations.

AP Gov, Pd. 2A: "Can We Park at Your Old House?"

AP Government project 1/23/2022

Pork Prices Skyrocket With New CA Proposition

Pork prices have been on a steady increase across the county. Learn about the proposition that is behind these increases, and how it affects the people in your local community. An interview with an agricultural professional reveals it all.

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