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Sammy G. and Charlotte S., both juniors, volunteered 100 hours last year, earning the Presidential Service Award for 2021-2022. Hear how they got there below!
Presidential Service Award Volunteers: How’d They Do It?
October 6, 2022
How do you plan to get 100 hours?
October 6, 2022
Eden R., a junior, earned 100 community service hours in 2021-2022, winning the Presidential Service Award.
What did you do to get 100 hours?
October 6, 2022
National Service Award Winners: Operation Gratitude, Children’s Hospital, Wise Readers to Leaders
October 6, 2022
Presidential Service Award winner Matthew L. (22) helps unload brand new sporting equipment just in time for the holiday season at LA Family Housing.
Student Volunteers Earn Presidential Service Award
November 1, 2021
Recycle Right
December 3, 2023
Compost Bin, Recycling Bin, Trash Bin: learn what goes in each.
Watch Out!!! Composting is Coming!!
November 16, 2023
Book bans lead to censorship of important racial and gender issues in the world. Banned Books Week, Oct. 1-7, 2023, provides opportunities to spotlight attempts to censor books in schools and libraries.
Book Club Reads Banned Books
October 25, 2023
Solar panels being installed at dTHS during the 2023-2024 school year will generate around 1 million kilowatt hours per year, enough energy to supply all of the school’s energy needs.
de Toledo High School Will Install Solar Panels
October 21, 2023
de Toledo students write notes of hope on a mock Western Wall to express their support for Israel during the week after the attacks on Israel by the terrorist organization Hamas Oct. 7, 2023. Students pray for the safe return of the people who are being held hostage, and they pray for peace.
School Community Unites in Support of Israel
October 16, 2023
A lovely picture of science teacher Ms. Vane in nature (Pismo Beach, CA).
An Interview with Ms. Vane, the ‘Mom’ of de Toledo
October 25, 2023
U. S. Ambassador to Norway Marc Nathanson (fourth from left) speaks to his granddaughter, junior Katherine S. (on right). Norway offers free education through college and free medical care, says the Ambassador.
U.S. Ambassador: ‘No Antisemitism’ in Norway
March 25, 2023
Rising Anti-Semitism and What We Can Do About It
Rising Anti-Semitism and What We Can Do About It
March 24, 2023
Noa B. (25) and Gabe N. (25) pet Bowie to relax and de-stress at the 5th Annual Mental Health Fair (Nov. 4, 2022).
Bowie is Fan Favorite at 5th Annual Mental Health Fair
November 5, 2022
The bike ride in Yosemite National Park Sept. 19, surrounded by stunning views, was exciting, and the weather was excellent.
Bike Trip in Yosemite a Highlight for Israeli Students
October 6, 2022
Juggling Challenge
Juggling Challenge
November 27, 2023
To celebrate Dia de los Muertos, Club ACOH encouraged everyone to bring a photo of a deceased loved one to remember (Nov. 2, 2023). 
de Toledo’s Fantastic Altar Honors Dia de Los Muertos 
November 4, 2023
Last week I recorded the favorite subjects of 44 students at deToledo. In our sampling, I learned that students prefer English and history over math and science (Oct. 20, 2023).
Favorite Sport and Subject? Results May Shock You
October 25, 2023
Long Lunch Lines Consume Students’ Free Time
October 13, 2023
What is High School Like in 2023?
What is High School Like in 2023?
October 8, 2023
Liam R. 26 shoots his free throw as deToledo JV basketball tries to claw their way back into the game against Foothill Tech (Nov. 20, 2023).
JV Basketball Looks to Improve their Rough Start
November 22, 2023
Talkin’ Sports with Max and Daniel pt.4
November 21, 2023
Talkin’ Sports with Max and Daniel pt.3
November 21, 2023
Michigan Football Accused of Sign-Stealing
November 21, 2023
Sports Weekly
November 17, 2023
Prowler Editor Lindsey Shrager 25 (left) smiles as she waits for Tate McRae to perform Oct. 5, 2023, at the Hollywood Palladium.
Tate McRae: She’s All You Wanna See
November 28, 2023
Amazing Horror Movie, Must Watch!
November 27, 2023
One of my Fall favorites, a warm chai latte.
A Girl’s Guide to Fall
November 21, 2023
After a long grind with my friend Ryder, the both of us hit the Champion rank, and hope to get Unreal one day.
Millions of People Returning to Fortnite
November 16, 2023
R&B icon Daniel Ceaser performs at a sold out concert at the Hollywood Bowl Sept. 23, 2023.
Daniel Caesar Heals His Audience with ‘Angelic’ Voice
October 23, 2023
Antisemitism Raises Its Ugly Head on UC Campus
Antisemitism Raises Its Ugly Head on UC Campus
December 3, 2023
“Don’t Say Gay” Law in FL Puts LGBTQ Members at Risk
May 31, 2023
China’s Persecution of Uyghurs Persists
May 31, 2023
More than a Disability
May 25, 2023
Why Teenagers Need P.E.
April 27, 2023
Chatter
May 30, 2023
Yosemite
May 30, 2023
Little Green Cabin at Tripp 
May 30, 2023
Poems
May 30, 2023
An Ode to Mr. Kelman
May 30, 2023
A Letter to My Allergy
May 5, 2022
Life with a Peanut Allergy
May 5, 2022
Peanut Allergy Causes Concerns
January 19, 2022
Your Favorite Love Story
May 27, 2020
Social Media ≠ Real Life
May 27, 2020
Chatter
May 30, 2023
Yosemite
May 30, 2023
Little Green Cabin at Tripp 
May 30, 2023
Poems
May 30, 2023
An Ode to Mr. Kelman
May 30, 2023
During the first week of school, I took this picture of a clock in the quad area in front of a cloudless sky. The wall holding the clock looks as if it is connected to the sky. With the solid blue color of the sky, it looks like it was painted on.
In the Beginning
September 28, 2021
Photographer Finds Signs of Peace in Nature
Photographer Finds Signs of Peace in Nature
June 7, 2021
Santa Monica Pier
Empty Places
February 28, 2021
Through a Lens: Black and White
Through a Lens: Black and White
October 28, 2020
Photo of the Month
Photo of the Month
February 11, 2020
My Eyes of America
My Eyes of America
December 6, 2021
The Masks We Wear
The Masks We Wear
June 9, 2021
The Art of Protest
The Art of Protest
October 27, 2020
Art by Shani C. 21
Art by Shani C. ’21
May 14, 2020
Lost and Found
Lost and Found
May 13, 2020
Names ‘In the Wilderness’
May 30, 2023
God Listens
March 14, 2023
Freshman Feeling Left Out
March 22, 2022
Don’t Be Devious
November 4, 2021
Time Management Tips from Annie
November 4, 2021
Freshman Feeling Left Out
March 22, 2022
Time Management Tips from Annie
November 4, 2021
How can I make new friends here?
November 4, 2021
Don’t Be Devious
November 4, 2021
HouseParty App Says Goodbye in October
October 3, 2021
The Big Return!
May 1, 2021
EVs Are the Ride of the Future
EVs Are the Ride of the Future
March 19, 2021
Selling on the Internet
February 28, 2021
Quaran-Teen Returns to School
April 29, 2021
Learning to Drive
March 19, 2021
Study a Foreign Language or Three!
January 29, 2021
Crying Works, and Other Things Too
November 29, 2020
Apps Advice
December 2, 2018
Advice for College Bound
October 26, 2018
Time Management Tips for Freshmen
October 18, 2018
Overwhelmed
October 18, 2018
Talks Too Much
October 2, 2018
Names ‘In the Wilderness’
May 30, 2023
God Listens
March 14, 2023
Pluralistic Jewry Practice Open Mindedness and Acceptance
February 14, 2019
Is Judaism Vengeful?
October 17, 2018
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Alexis Gavin, Opinion Editor

Hi, my name is Alexis Gavin, and I am a senior at de Toledo. I have been writing for The Prowler for four years now, and I am excited to continue writing about current events and school life.

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Antisemitism Raises Its Ugly Head on UC Campus

Antisemitism Raises Its Ugly Head on UC Campus

Alexis Gavin, Opinion Editor
December 3, 2023
Book bans lead to censorship of important racial and gender issues in the world. Banned Books Week, Oct. 1-7, 2023, provides opportunities to spotlight attempts to censor books in schools and libraries.

Book Club Reads Banned Books

Alexis Gavin, Opinion Editor
October 25, 2023

“Don’t Say Gay” Law in FL Puts LGBTQ Members at Risk

Alexis Gavin, Student Life Editor
May 31, 2023
The junior class stopped at a memorial for Tyre Nichols where he was pulled over and beaten by five Black police officers in Memphis, Feb.13, 2023.

A Prayer for Tyre Nichols

Alexis Gavin, Student Life Editor
March 16, 2023
The Idaho 4: A True Crime Double-A Podcast

The Idaho 4: A True Crime ‘Double-A’ Podcast

Alana Whiteman and Alexis Gavin
February 27, 2023
Jake G. (24) created The Perspective of Psoriasis, on display Jan. 18, 2023, in a gallery showing work by 2D and 3D Skill-Building and Advanced Photography students. In Jakes artist statement, he spreads awareness of psoriasis, a common, chronic skin disease with no cure.

[Photo] Art Exhibit Showcases 2D and 3D Skill-Building, Photography

January 20, 2023

Stop Animal Testing

Alexis Gavin, Student Life Editor
December 16, 2022
Taylor Swifts New Midnights Album Breaks the Record

Taylor Swift’s New “Midnights” Album Breaks the Record

Alexis Gavin, Student Life Editor
December 7, 2022
Jordyn S. (24) and JLEAD host a booth for the 5th Annual Mental Health Fair where people write notes of kindness for students to take around the school.

[Photo] Bowie is Fan Favorite at 5th Annual Mental Health Fair

November 5, 2022

[Video] Lexi G. ’24 : What does it mean to be a good person?

October 24, 2022
My first night in my dorm at Boston University for a summer program on July 3, 2022.

Student Explores Passion for Journalism in Summer Program

Alexis Gavin, Student Life Editor
October 20, 2022
de Toledo students play tug-of-war during lunch to celebrate Spirit Week Oct. 14, 2022.

[Photo]

Sophomore SIEP (Short Israel Exchange Program) students visited the Kotel, one of the holiest places in Israel, on May 7, 2022.

The Kotel and Kramim: An Israel Reflection 

Alexis Gavin , Opinion Editor
June 7, 2022
Ingredients to make guacamole: avocado, lime, garlic salt, cilantro

[Photo] Club ACOH Makes Guacamole

March 10, 2022

Engineer’s Strategies and Rewards as a Woman in STEM

Carly Plotkin and Alexis Gavin
March 15, 2022
Ingredients to make guacamole: avocado, lime, garlic salt, cilantro

Club ACOH Makes Guacamole

Alexis Gavin, Opinion Editor
March 10, 2022
Omicron Spreads Rapidly

Omicron Spreads Rapidly

Alexis Gavin and Enessa Epstein
February 1, 2022

Din Tai Fung Serves Up ‘A Joyous Experience’

Alexis Gavin, Opinion Editor
January 18, 2022

Fashion Club Promotes Positive Body Image

Alexis Gavin, Opinion Editor
December 6, 2021
Screen Shot 2021-11-23 at 12.38.07 PM

[Photo] JagShack Hits (and Misses)

December 4, 2021
Sammy G. (24) gets ready to play the role of Mr.Green in the student production of Clue.

Mysteries Revealed Behind the Scenes of “Clue”

Alexis Gavin, Opinion Editor
November 18, 2021

Transition To In-Person School ‘Very Hard’ Says Student

Alexis Gavin, Opinion Editor
September 29, 2021
My friend exhibits her favorite drawings from her sketchbook while on campus Thursday, September 2, 2021.

[Photo] In the Beginning

September 28, 2021
Antisemitic Posts on Social Media on the Rise

Antisemitic Posts on Social Media on the Rise

Alexis Gavin and Shiran Leib
June 9, 2021

FAR Survey Shows Community Needs More Education

Alexis Gavin, Opinion Editor
April 29, 2021

Film Industry Satisfies the “Male Gaze”

Alexis Gavin, Opinion Editor
March 17, 2021

Black Women for the History Books

Alexis Gavin, Opinion Editor
February 28, 2021

White Supremacists Attack Democracy with Impunity

Alexis Gavin, Opinion Editor
January 29, 2021

Keep Abortion Safe and Legal

Alexis Gavin, Opinion Editor
December 18, 2020

Violence Toward Women Starts with Schools’ Dress Codes

Alexis Gavin, Opinion Editor
November 23, 2020

Alexis

Alexis Gavin, Opinion Editor
November 23, 2020

This Is Not a Time to Be Silent

Alexis Gavin, Opinion Editor
October 28, 2020
River rafting in Tahoe.

A Different Perspective

October 14, 2020
In Hawaii with my family.

[Photo] Black and White in Our Lives

October 9, 2020
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