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Alexa Penaloza

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Senior, Kevin Salinas, prepares to finish the year strong after making his final college choice to attend Irvine Valley College.

College without debt was the smart choice for Kevin Salinas

Alexa Penaloza, Reporter May 21, 2019

The dreadful May 1st deadline has now passed and college decisions have been made. For Kevin Salinas, going to a four year institution with no plan and unable to afford university tuition was a challenge....

Metal vs. Plastic Straw, plastic only does more harm than good.

Save the Environment: Buy a Metal Straw

Alexa Penaloza , Staff Writer March 14, 2019

With a new year, many new laws begin taking effect January 01 , one such law is California's ban on plastic straws. Yes, you can ask for a straw and receive one but it takes away from the overall purpose...

When asked why she decided to march, Godinez Fundamental High School student Rani Yasin said, “I wanted to come and support women.” Photo taken Saturday, January 19, 2019 in Downtown Santa Ana.

Marching Through an Uncertain Year, Support Shown at the 3rd Annual OC Women’s March

Alexa Penaloza and Stephanie Lopez January 28, 2019

On Saturday, January 19, 2019, over 15,000 women, men, and children joined together in downtown Santa Ana for the third annual Orange County Women’s March. Many diverse groups came together to...

Michelle Martinez riding the bus after school is glad that the bus isn’t full. Photo taken at 4:40 p.m. Dec. 3, 2018.

Taking the Bus Leads to Unwanted Adventure

Laura Horta and Alexa Penaloza December 18, 2018

Students who ride OCTA (Orange County Transportation Authority) buses are all too familiar with a packed and crowded bus on their way to school. Hundreds of Godinez Fundamental High School students...

In Real Life performing “Viva La Vida” by Coldplay at the Parish in the Anaheim House of Blues on September 28.

Concert Review: In Real Life Dominating the Stage

Alexa Penaloza, Staff Writer October 2, 2018

  In Real Life performing “Viva La Vida” by Coldplay at the Parish in the Anaheim House of Blues on September 28. In Real Life completely dominated the stage Friday night, September...

Up and Coming Boy Band “In Real Life” Wants to Belong in OC

Eduardo Rosas and Alexa Penaloza September 21, 2018

In Real Life, the upcoming boy band that is shaking up the music world is coming to Anaheim at The Parish located in the House of Blues and we are going to their concert. The concert will take place...

Joelle Charbonneau, author of the book NEED, speaking to Godinez students on Monday August 27, 2018.

Assembly Introduces the Author Behind the Book NEED

Laura Horta and Alexa Penaloza September 13, 2018

Who’s behind the book NEED? That question was finally answered on August 27, 2018, when author Joelle Charbonneau, visited Godinez Fundamental High School.   With a special assembly scheduled,...

Prince Harry and his fiance Meghan Markle shine in their engagement photo.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s Royal Wedding a Global Affair

Alexa Peñaloza , Reporter May 15, 2018

The enchanting royal wedding of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry will take place Saturday, May 19th, 2018. The lovely couple announced their engagement November of last year and since then, the preparations...

Softball:  Savannah Pola (9th Grade)
“Savannah has shown that at such a young age she understands how important it is to maintain a high GPA to make her dreams a reality.  She is that student-athlete that shines in the classroom and also on the field.  Savannah is every coach’s dream proving that she is a leader in class and on the field.”  -Coach Medina

Athletes of the Month: March

Photos by Jennifer Salgado and Alexa Penaloza March 25, 2018

“Home Alone, because it’s about a kid who survives a robbery and it’s very funny.”
-Freshman, Brandon Flores

[Photo] Merry Movies During Holidays

December 18, 2017

“Home Alone, because it’s about a kid who survives a robbery and it’s very funny.” -Freshman, Brandon Flores

“Going to Disneyland after Christmas, it is fun and you get to spend time with family” - Freshman Jennifer Molina

[Photo] Joy of Christmas Traditions

December 18, 2017

“Going to Disneyland after Christmas, it is fun and you get to spend time with family” - Freshman Jennifer Molina

Movie Review: Thor Ragnarok

Movie Review: Thor Ragnarok

Alexa Penaloza, Staff Writter November 12, 2017

Thor: Ragnarok, a thrilling motion picture film that recently hit theaters November 3rd , has many people claiming it is Marvel’s funniest film yet. Taika Waititi, Director of Thor: Ragnarok, casts...

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