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The Sage Publication is the student news site of Sage Creek High School in Carlsbad, CA

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The Sage Publication is the student news site of Sage Creek High School in Carlsbad, CA

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Gavin Newsom signs a mandate on October 1st to have all kids vaccinated to attend school. This mandate is just like chicken pox and polio vaccine requirements.

Mandatory Vaccines Should Be Enforced

Juliette D’Eliseo, Staff Reporter Nov 3, 2021

The views and opinions expressed herein are those of the individual reporter and do not reflect the views of The Sage, Sage Creek High School, or Carlsbad School District. COVID-19 has affected everyone’s...

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Chocolate contains flavonoids, which help lower levels of stress hormones like cortisol and  catecholamines. Work-related stress was the cause of death for 120,000 people, which was 4% of the total number of deaths in 2018.

Dark Chocolate Could Save Your Life

Kaya Scuba, Staff Reporter Oct 26, 2021

Stress. It’s something we all experience. We stress over the little things like making it to school on time and more significant things such as the uncertainty of our indefinite futures. We even stress...

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This year the Winter Formal will be held at the Carlsbad Flower Fields. This beautiful outdoor venue will give students the option to enjoy the night without a mask and is a perfect alternative to indoor venues from past years.

School Dances Are Back: The Importance of School Spirit and the Upcoming Winter Formal

Kaya Scuba, Staff Reporter Oct 22, 2021

After a year severely lacking in connection and school spirit, students are looking forward to the upcoming Winter Formal. Set in the beautiful outdoor venue of the Carlsbad Flower Fields, the Winter Formal...

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On September 14, California’s gubernatorial election took place, where people could vote to recall governor Gavin Newsom. The election resulted in Newsom staying in office. But was this the right choice?

Newsom Recall

Lulu Horne and Leah Ertel Oct 11, 2021

The views and opinions expressed herein are those of the individual reporters and do not reflect the views of The Sage, Sage Creek High School, or Carlsbad School District.

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Students focus on their SAT. The tests are starting to fade away as many colleges and universities have stopped requiring SAT scores for admission.

Downfall of SAT Paves Way for Equity in Standardized Testing

Nancie Huang-Ball, Opinion Editor Oct 11, 2021

The SAT is slowly fading away as colleges drop the requirement to submit test scores for admission. With the University of California (UC) schools becoming test-blind and many colleges, including every...

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Accepting and normalizing bodies can mean a lot to people. Accepting your own can make you happier and learn how to love and express yourself. (Photo from Healthline)

How Social Media’s Portrayal of Body Positivity Can Do More Harm Than Good

Emma Velchek, Staff Reporter May 19, 2021

Do I look fat in this picture? Do I look pretty? Am I wearing too much or too little makeup? Should I just delete this? As my finger hovers over the share button I debate whether to post the image on social...

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BTS’s performance of their most popular track, “Dynamite”, took the Grammys and the spotlight, ending the show with a banger. Their dream of winning a Grammys was left unfulfilled however BTS never fails to provide a beautiful show.

The Grammys is Not Valid, Anymore

Benz Lopez, Staff Reporter May 10, 2021

This years’ Grammys was spectacular in terms of performances. If I were to speak of awards, however,  I would say the past couple of years have been much less so. Nowadays, you may find your favorite...

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 AP European History Teacher Todd Beach lectures students on the subject of World War II. AP Classroom provides course-level resources that comply with units being taught.

The 2021 AP Exams Disregard Our Distress

Nadia Razzaq, Opinion Editor Apr 19, 2021

Log into your AP Classroom and dust off your prep books. The AP exams are approaching after a school year of instability.  Those who have enrolled in AP courses solely for college credit must be given...

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Members of Congress and members of the Gwich’in stand in solidarity against oil drilling in the Arctic Wildlife Refuge.

Oil Drilling in the Arctic Endangers Us All

Madeline Mack, News & Feature Editor Jan 15, 2021

The Trump Administration stated this week that they will be selling leases to land in the Arctic Wildlife Refuge for oil drilling. This would be the first time in history that the land will be open to...

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Ossoff and Warnock talk in front of a campaign bus. The two were both elected to the Senate on Jan. 6 and have given Democrats the majority in Congress.

Democratic Majority in Congress Gives Gen Z Hope for the Future

Madeline Mack, News & Feature Editor Jan 8, 2021

With the threat of climate change, constant injustice toward communities of color, and the worsening COVID-19 pandemic, the Democratic government the U.S. has won is critical for the future of Gen Z and...

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Uncle Sam asks the viewer to stay at home this winter break. As the winter holidays come by during the 10th month of the pandemic, many families are at a lost on what to do about the holiday travels.

I Want You to Stay at Home This Winter Break!

Tiffany Leyva, Staff Reporter Dec 24, 2020

I know it is difficult to imagine the pandemic as a war because we don’t have posters of Uncle Sam telling us to wash hands or a face to an enemy we can direct our frustrations at. But the fact of the...

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Illustration depicting the two components of politics and education held at an equal status of importance. It is essential to implement politics into education in order to create a more knowledgeable and vocal younger generation.

You Should Have a Diverse Political Mindset

Kyle Gatti, Staff Reporter Nov 23, 2020

The election for the president in the United States is one of the most important events in America. All of the American people who are of legal age have the ability to cast a vote for the candidate of...

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