Are second-hand prices going first class?
From vintage shirts to denim skirts, the rise in popularity of thrift stores is undeniable. For many, thrifting has become a hobby, serving as a unique alternative to the mall. However, prior to this trend, the majority of thrift stores’ customers shopped not for the perfect baby tee, but out of necessity.
HOTLB: Samo’s favorite paris 2024 moments
The 2024 Olympics happened this past summer, from July 26 to Aug. 11, in Paris, France. The Olympic games brought people together, uniting them behind their TV screens while they supported their nation’s leading athletes in search of a gold medal.
Project 2025’s proposed educational changes
Project 2025 is a political initiative published by the Heritage Foundation, a playbook for the first 180 days of the next president's administration. One of the many changes outlined in the document is a shift towards more conservative processes within the education system. If passed, the Samo community and their families may feel the effects of many of these policies.
Samo teachers begin to crack down on phones
Students may have noticed that more of their Samo teachers have implemented cell phone pockets in their classrooms this school year. This practice is one way that teachers can uphold the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District’s (SMMUSD) electronics policy that students may only use their devices for academic purposes during class.
Smmusd and Malibu finalize school separation agreement
On Sept. 12, Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District (SMMUSD) and the City of Malibu announced they would finally separate, allowing Malibu to become an independent district. The current separation package is ready for public review.
Samo football looks to build off of last season’s momentum
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.
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.
What’s on the ballot?
2024 presidential education policies and California ballot propositions - What you need to know
Girls’ golf has put in the work: Ready to shine
Last year, the Samo girl's varsity golf team faced various challenges that impacted their performance. Despite the best efforts of the players and their coach, Roshni Mejia, the team often found themselves forfeiting matches due to insufficient team members. This persistent issue overshadowed their potential on the course and the team only managed to get one win last year, against Redondo Union. However, the team still made a huge accomplishment last year, with the current team captain Cash Henton (’25) making League Finals
Fresh Exploration art rooms elevate Samo creativity
Samo students and teachers alike are thrilled to see all their art courses move to brand-new, upgraded classrooms. Photography, Film and Video, Graphic Design, Digital Design, Drawing, Painting, Ceramics and AP Art all find new homes in the Exploration building. These students’ education will flourish with these modern, highly developed working spaces and equipment that support and fulfill their creative drives.
Relationship radar: unpacking toxic trends
Love bombing. Ghosting. Gaslighting. These terms are often thrown around in online discourse to define a toxic relationship, which are oftentimes romanticized and glorified.