Better Together

Fiona Wang, Jordyn Roberson, Julianne Tan, and Lexie Flores
March 1, 2022

After two years of isolation and lockdown at home, students are learning to live together again. The Intramural Basketball Tournament kicked off on October 4 and Halloween Spirit Week begins October 25 with costume contests, pumpkin carving, door decorations, and movie screenings with Ms. Ngeth. The Science Alliance clubs participated in Olympiad competitions with other schools and won medals and trophies.

Eighth graders relax during first lunch (Jovie Duong)

Annie and friends in the gym (Annie Huang)

About the Contributors

Fiona Wang, Lead Leisure Reporter

I was born in New York and lived in Boston before moving to California three years ago. During my free time I love to be with friends and listen to music. I enjoy dancing and watching K & C Dramas.

Jordyn Roberson, Leisure Reporter

My goals for this school year are to make new friends, try new things, and get good grades. My favorite class so far is Science. When I'm not in school, I like to hang out with my friends and family at the park, the mall, or my cousin's swimming pool. My mom and I, along with my cousin, like to take trips on the weekend. I also enjoy diamond painting and playing games on my phone.

Julianne Tan, News Reporter & Photographer

I really enjoy drawing and art because it lets you express your feelings in creative ways. I also enjoy music, cooking, baking, yoga and meditation.

Julianne's Journal

Lexie Flores, Lead Leisure Reporter

I was born in Las Vegas and moved to California soon after. I have participated in ballet and cheerleading and I enjoy being with friends and family because they help me relax during stressful times. I like using Discord. I collect rocks like rose quartz and banded amethysts.

Allisson Sanchez, Leisure Reporter

My favorite place to visit is Morella, Michoacán. I enjoy watching shows like Grey's Anatomy and Criminal Minds. I also enjoy drawing and eating cookies and cream ice-cream. I am the second youngest child in my family with two sisters and two brothers.

Jovie Duong, Leisure Reporter

I enjoy dancing to many different styles including hip hop, ballet, and Chinese traditional. I have been dancing since I was five years old. I also enjoy K-pop, K-r&b, and Sam's Will and Honey Mooncie. When I'm not dancing, I like playing Valorant with friends.

Annie Huang, Editor in Chief ('22)

I enjoy being with friends, listening to music, playing Valorant and Like a Dino, shopping, and reading. I aspire to meet Taylor Swift someday, as I pride myself in being her biggest fan. Some of my talents include writing and helping out others.

Reyna Guan, Opinion Reporter & Illustrator

I hope to learn and achieve many new things this year. I enjoy art, dance, gaming, playing volleyball with friends, reading manga, and making playlists on Spotify.

Zeny Tran, Lead News Reporter

I enjoy listening to BTS, TXT, Ariana Grande, and Melanie Martinez. I also enjoy trying new food like boba souffle pancakes, matcha ice cream, and fancy tea party treats.

Samantha Nguyen, Lead Opinion Reporter

I like reading books and escaping into my own fantasy and imagination. I really enjoy traveling and engaging in new experiences. I also play volleyball with friends.

Keith Bach, Leisure Editor

Hello, my name is Keith and I enjoy listening to music like NewJeans and other K-pop music groups. I have collected over 20 music albums. My older brother and sister also attended Garvey Intermediate years ago. I have five cats and love being with them. I'm the type of person who refuses to give up and this attitude helps me complete school projects.