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Joanne Liu

Joanne Liu, Writer

Embarking on the journey that is her sophomore year at TPHS, Joanne Liu constantly strives to satisfy her craving for creative self expression– and her first year as a member of the Falconer is just the perfect opportunity. As a student athlete seeking balance in her restless life, Liu hopes that she can blend the beautiful choreography of figure skating with the captivating art of journalism to fill this year with passion. Liu is also currently the graphic designer for the TPHS Biology Olympiad Club. In her spare time, Liu enjoys watching video essays, listening to music (such as Laufey and Billie Eilish), playing minesweeper, and creating art in many different forms.

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Dave Schmitz owns a Little Free Library in the Del Mar Heights Community. Schmitz's library started as a collection of children's books, but grew to include a vast range of genres.

Take a book, share a story

Joanne Liu, Staff Writer November 19, 2024

A cozy house-shaped wooden box stands by the sidewalk, welcoming curious passersby to explore its contents. Behind its transparent frame sits a modest collection of books, nice and snug in their small...

'The Wild Robot' is a family-friendly film for the fall. The movie was released on Sept. 27. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons through Creative Commons.

Movie Review: ‘The Wild Robot’

Joanne Liu, Staff Writer November 15, 2024

In the midst of a remote island’s complex ecosystem and undisturbed wildlife, a shipwrecked robot washes upon the shore and activates. Whirring to life, Rozzum 7134, or Roz, only strives to complete...

Hot Tamale is one of the cats at San Diego Humane Society's San Diego campus Adoption Center. The organization recently renovated the center to better care for the over 10,000 homeless pets that it shelters.

Paws with purpose

Joanne Liu, Staff Writer November 7, 2024

There he was. A glowing ball of sunshine with brilliant eyes and a wildly wagging tail — the perfect pet to adopt. The pure joy of finding yours is unmatched. But behind the wholesome stories of adopting...

Various points along the San Diego coast are experiencing environmental issues, still waiting to be resolved. Tijuana River and Imperial Beach faced sewage and pollution problems, while San Elijo Lagoon experienced a wildlife population decline.

Local Update: Problems with San Diego waters

Sarina Feng, Sneha Lele, and Joanne Liu October 9, 2024
Various points along the San Diego coast are experiencing environmental issues, still waiting to be resolved. Tijuana River and Imperial Beach faced sewage and pollution problems, while San Elijo Lagoon experienced a wildlife population decline.
Shop for supplements, merch and healthy snacks along with your smoothies and acai bowls. Located in the Del Mar Highlands, Sun Life opened their doors in August.

Restaurant Review: SunLife Organics

Jessie Chen and Joanne Liu October 9, 2024

In the bustling Del Mar Highlands Town Center, SunLife Organics settles in its new cozy corner beside the Sky Deck and CeramiCafe. The brightly pigmented smoothies gleamed in their cups bearing their easily...

California's ban on single-use plastic bags raises questions of how to create a more sustainable world. The recent ban was put in place in an effort to help the environment.

Pro/Con: California’s ban of single-use plastic bags

Joanne Liu and April Kato October 4, 2024

Pro - by Joanne Liu From the peak of the Himalayan Mountains to the depths of the Mariana trench, plastic bags have expanded their territory to nearly every corner of the Earth. They wreak an alarming...

This year's first Artist of the Month is Tessa Good (10). She's loved dance ever since her parents signed her up at a young age. Photo courtesy of Tessa Good.

Artist of the Month: Tessa Good

Joanne Liu, Staff Writer September 27, 2024

Swept into the world of dance since the early age of three, varsity contemporary and hip hop dancer Tessa Good (10) has channeled her artistic talent into a rapidly rising career in dance. Since her...

An inmate is depicted behind bars. How could the justice system incorporate forgiveness?

[Photo] Staff Ed: To forgive, to not forgive

September 26, 2024

An inmate is depicted behind bars. How could the justice system incorporate forgiveness?

The girls varsity field hockey team (3-1) practices in the morning one to two times a week. The team beat San Pascual High School (1-2) 6-0 on Sept. 9. Photo courtesy of Anna Scipione.

Early morning sports practices

Joanne Liu, Staff Writer September 11, 2024

It’s 8:30 a.m. The ringing bell signals the start of another busy day at school. But for many student athletes, their day started hours ago. Most morning practices at the school begin around 6:15...

Singer-songwriter, Billie Eilish, continues to climb the charts. 'Hit Me Hard and Soft' was released on May 17 and gained over 339,000 album-equivalent units in its opening week. Photo courtesy of DJ Life Magazine.

Album Review: ‘Hit Me Hard and Soft’ – Billie Eillish

Joanne Liu, Staff Writer September 9, 2024

In a mellifluous mix of longing, lust, insecurity and infatuation, pop music sensation Billie Eilish has made a lasting impact on the music industry and beyond with her third and newest album “Hit Me...

Link Crew passes out class t-shirts for the incoming freshmen. Freshmen orientation for the class of 2028 was held on Aug. 12.

Link crew changes

Joanne Liu, Staff Writer August 26, 2024

As the class of 2028 arrived, Link Crew implemented changes to their system, including freshman orientation events, aiming to improve their overall peer mentorship and ease the transition into highschool,...

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