Science Fair Wins

Lena Egbert, Features Editor
May 23, 2013 • 66 views
Filed under News, Pres

Have you ever wondered what the best way to take notes is? Or maybe you’ve pondered the effect of poisonous plants on the heart rate of water fleas. You might have even mused about how stars affect the rotation curve of the Andromeda Galaxy. Our very own Pres girls asked these questions and turned... Read more »

Farewell, Mr. Hernandez!

Maddie Galvan, Advertisement/Budget Manager
May 23, 2013 • 51 views
Filed under News, Pres, Top Stories

After thirty years of teaching and coaching at Presentation, Spanish teacher Manuel “Mani” Hernandez will be retiring from Presentation this year. The Voice has decided to sit down with Hernandez and discuss his achievements and legacy here at Pres. Hernandez was born in Madrid, Spain in 1948.... Read more »

Speech and Debate Returns From States

April 23, 2013 • 98 views
Filed under News, Pres

The Speech and Debate team returned yesterday with individual and team State Championships. Pres edged out Saint Francis to finish as State Champions (1st place overall) in the AA Category. There were over 40 schools from across the State in the category. This is the first State Championship as a squad... Read more »

Presentation Students Dominate Speech and Debate

Caitlin Burns
March 26, 2013 • 221 views
Filed under News, Pres

Presentation Speech and Debate team has an all time high of 12 students qualifying for several elite events including States, Nationals and the National Tournament of Champions. Congratulations to the following girls for their outstanding achievements in Speech and Debate: CHSSA State Qualifiers... Read more »

Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio Elected as Pope Francis

Shelby Ovrom, Opinions Editor
March 20, 2013 • 88 views
Filed under News, World

Argentine Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio was elected last week as the new pope, succeeding Pope Benedict XVI after his sudden resignation. He is not only the first Jesuit pope, but also the first to be from the American continents. Cardinal Bergoglio chose the name Francis, after the humble 13th-century... Read more »

Nano Comes to Life This January

Lauren Colvin
December 18, 2012 • 365 views
Filed under A&E, Pres, Theater

As we come back to school in January, a new show will grace the Valenzuela Stage. The Lady of the Lantern is a play commissioned by Presentation High School to help celebrate the school’s 50th anniversary. Jim Houle, the director of the play, said “An original piece of theater has been created... Read more »

R.I.P. Racism? Not Quite…

Selena Siadat, reporter
December 18, 2012 • 428 views
Filed under Features, National/Local, Top Stories

It all started with a newspaper story we were writing where we asked seniors to provide advice to freshmen.  In an email questionnaire, our reporter asked for tips on getting good grades. One senior’s response?  “Get some Asian friends.” The comment sparked a discussion among our class,... Read more »

Dear Panther

Ria Parab, Special Features Editor
December 18, 2012 • 213 views
Filed under Pres, Special Features

Dear Panther, I'm a freshman and I'm freaking out about finals. I don't know how to balance all of my homework and extracurriculars AND study for seven classes. How should I make study guides? How much time should I study for each class? Do you have any advice on managing everything? I need some studying... Read more »

A New Pres Tradition: Dia de Los Muertos

November 27, 2012 • 291 views
Filed under News, Pres

This year, an ofrenda was made in our Chapel by Community Involvement Moderator Claire Foley and Performing Arts Director Jim Houle. Houle brought many of the items on the ofrenda from when he lived in Mexico. They are authentic pieces that add a bright decor to the chapel. “My criteria for collecting... Read more »

Girls, Bring in Your Turkeys!

Lauren Colvin
November 27, 2012 • 189 views
Filed under Features, Pres

As the weather cools down and the holidays come nearer, the drives at Presentation High School kick into full gear. And this year, as Sacred Heart’s need continues to rise, Presentation’s contributions are of even more importance. Presentation is the biggest school that contributes to Sacred Heart:... Read more »