Josue Aguilar, alumni and former HP soccer player, is now a temporary soccer coach for HP. After years of not having a permanent coach, and facing a lack of conditioning, the soccer team’s success and […]
Opinion: Division Between Schools, is HPHS truly United?
HPHS has begun to add more classes and opportunities for students. A new medical pathway, a new robotics class, and new AP courses. Yet, the issue is, only HPHS Magnet students have complete access to […]
Meet Ms. Kontolefas: HP’s New Assistant Principal
Huntington Park High School has welcomed a new assistant principal for the 2026-2027 school year, Christina Kontolefas, who brings years of experience in education and a passion for helping students succeed. Before joining Huntington Park, […]
Opinion: Is i-Ready Really Helping Students Learn?
I-Ready was designed to help identify learning gaps and provide academic support, yet many students at HPHS question its accuracy and whether the assessments genuinely help them learn. Officially launched in 2011, i-Ready has designed […]
The New Era of HP: Modernization Comes to an End
After years of construction, HPHS celebrated the completion of its campus modernization with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by students, families, district officials and community members. The modernization project brought new and upgraded spaces to the […]
Girls Volleyball: Strong Start Goes Downward
After starting the season with a 6–1 record, the HP girls volleyball team looked to have strong momentum heading into league play. But after three consecutive losses, the team was forced to reflect on what […]
Opinion: “No AI Usage,” say the Adults who rely and Use AI
Many high school administrators and teachers urge students to avoid using AI. Yet, we see them use it themselves, which makes it hypocritical for them to say we can’t use it for our own work. […]
Community Resilience Center in Development: South Gate’s Reinvestment in Community Needs
South Gate has recently proposed a Community Resiliency Center using funds from the Community Resilience Grant program, part of the California Strategic Growth Council. The Strategic Growth Council gives out grants to communities in California […]
Underground Shows will Never Die
A room big enough for the crowd itself. Music blasting off some crappy equipment in someone’s garage or a random little venue. People dancing, moshing, crowd-killing, singing, connecting, and just having fun. Listening to music […]
Opinion: Are AP and Dual Enrollment Classes Worth the Stress?
As students decide what classes to take, many enroll in college level classes such as AP courses or Dual enrollment in order to challenge themselves and get ahead. Yet, is taking a higher level course […]