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

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

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

The Sage
Leah Ertel

Leah Ertel, Opinion Editor

Leah Ertel is a Senior and Opinion editor this year returning for her last and final year on The Sage.  In her free time, she enjoys reading, painting, Girl Scouting, and spending time outdoors.

All content by Leah Ertel

[Video] The Sage: May 29, 2024

Samuel Daher and Leah Ertel
May 29, 2024
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[Video] The Sage: May 15, 2024

Tomiris Gumar and Connor Carroll
May 15, 2024
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[Video] The Sage: May 1, 2024

John Picchi and Isaac Flores
May 1, 2024
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The Sage: April 24, 2024

Leah Ertel and Juliette D’Eliseo
Apr 24, 2024
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[Video] The Sage: April 17, 2024

Jadyn Haid and Hadley Golden
Apr 17, 2024
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College is the next major step after high school filled with responsibilities and plans for the future. Senioritis is a common disease plaguing the 2024 senior class, yet it works in their favor as it helps increase the chances of admission.

Senioritis Guarantees College Admission

Leah Ertel, Opinion Editor
Apr 1, 2024
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The Sage: February 14, 2024

Juliette D’Eliseo and Leah Ertel
Feb 14, 2024
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[Video] The Sage: February 7, 2024

Seth Fletcher and Caleb Fletcher
Feb 7, 2024
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The Sage: January 24, 2024

Leah Ertel and Hadley Golden
Jan 24, 2024
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[Video] The Sage: January 17, 2024

Jacob Dougherty and Georgia Scherrer
Jan 17, 2024
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[Video] The Sage: December 20, 2023

Seth Fletcher and Caleb Fletcher
Dec 20, 2023
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[Video] The Sage: December 13, 2023

Tomiris Gumar and Georgia Scherrer
Dec 13, 2023
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[Video] The Sage: November 29, 2023

Jadyn Haid and Leila Adams
Nov 29, 2023
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Hear, There, and Everywhere: The Impact Music Has On Its Listeners

Juliette D’Eliseo, Lexi Thurman and Leah Ertel
Nov 13, 2023
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[Video] The Sage: November 8, 2023

John Picchi and Crystal Slabicki
Nov 8, 2023
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The Sage: November 1, 2023

Leah Ertel and Juliette D’Eliseo
Nov 1, 2023
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Hear, There, and Everywhere: Recent Celebrity Deaths

Leah Ertel and Juliette D’Eliseo
Oct 27, 2023
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Students gather around at lunch to explore the Clubs offered here on campus. Lasting for a week, the clubs range from a wide variety of choices to choose from.

Club Meetings Begin After Another Successful Club Rush

Leah Ertel, Opinion Editor
Oct 27, 2023
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[Video] The Sage: October 18, 2023

Leila Adams and Lexi Thurman
Oct 18, 2023
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[Video] The Sage: October 11, 2023

Oct 11, 2023
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[Video] The Sage: October 4, 2023

Juliette D'Eliseo and Leah Ertel
Oct 4, 2023
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[Video] The Sage: September 20, 2023

Georgia Scherrer and Jacob Dougherty
Sep 20, 2023
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[Video] The Sage: September 13, 2023

Austin Jew and Samuel Daher
Sep 13, 2023
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The Sage Pod: Hear, There, and Everywhere Episode 11 - A Collection of Thoughts: Blue Skies Don't Exist Review

The Sage Pod: Hear, There, and Everywhere Episode 11 – A Collection of Thoughts: Blue Skies Don’t Exist Review

Isabella Bernabeo, Juliette D’Eliseo and Leah Ertel
May 30, 2023
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The Sage Pod: Hear, There, and Everywhere Episode 10 - College Q & A

The Sage Pod: Hear, There, and Everywhere Episode 10 – College Q & A

Isabella Bernabeo, Leah Ertel and Juliette D’Eliseo
May 11, 2023
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[Video] The Sage: May 10, 2023

Isabella Bernabeo and Leah Ertel
May 10, 2023
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The Sage Pod: Hear, There, and Everywhere Episode 9 - If You Didn't Post It, Did It Really Happen?

The Sage Pod: Hear, There, and Everywhere Episode 9 – If You Didn’t Post It, Did It Really Happen?

Isabella Bernabeo, Leah Ertel and Juliette D’Eliseo
Apr 24, 2023
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[Video] The Sage: April 19, 2023

Holden Kopman and Austin Jew
Apr 19, 2023
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The Sage Pod: Hear, There, and Everywhere Episode 8 - Pet Peeves

The Sage Pod: Hear, There, and Everywhere Episode 8 – Pet Peeves

Isabella Bernabeo, Leah Ertel and Juliette D’Eliseo
Apr 3, 2023
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While some people adore lucious and vibrant green lawns, Californians enjoy the more dry and droughtful look Carlsbad has to offer. Carlsbad now ranks number one in the best deserts in the world, surpassing the Sahara Desert and Death Valley.

Three Weeks of Rain Ends California’s Worsening Drought of 23 Years

Leah Ertel, Entertainment Editor
Apr 1, 2023
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The Sage Pod: Hear, There, and Everywhere Episode 7 - Stepping Out Of Your Comfort Zone

The Sage Pod: Hear, There, and Everywhere Episode 7 – Stepping Out Of Your Comfort Zone

Isabella Bernabeo, Leah Ertel and Juliette D’Eliseo
Mar 30, 2023
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[Video] The Sage: March 22, 2023

Skylar Roy and Makena Coleman
Mar 22, 2023
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Life consists of many obstacles that need to be overcome. Giving 100% in everything and not taking the easy way out builds character and confidence that will help face future obstacles.

In Pursuit of Overcoming The Ordinary: Why This Generation Values Adversity

Leah Ertel, Entertainment Editor
Mar 21, 2023
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The Sage: March 15, 2023

Leah Ertel and Juliette D’Eliseo
Mar 15, 2023
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The Sage Pod: Hear, There, and Everywhere Episode 6 - Movie Trailers

The Sage Pod: Hear, There, and Everywhere Episode 6 – Movie Trailers

Isabella Bernabeo, Leah Ertel and Juliette D’Eliseo
Feb 27, 2023
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The Sage Pod: Hear, There, and Everywhere Episode 5 - Fashion Styles

The Sage Pod: Hear, There, and Everywhere Episode 5 – Fashion Styles

Isabella Bernabeo, Leah Ertel and Juliette D’Eliseo
Feb 22, 2023
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The Sage Pod: Hear, There, and Everywhere Episode 4 - Valentine's Day

The Sage Pod: Hear, There, and Everywhere Episode 4 – Valentine’s Day

Isabella Bernabeo, Leah Ertel and Juliette D’Eliseo
Feb 13, 2023
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The Sage Pod: Hear, There, and Everywhere Episode 3 - Girl Scout Cookies

The Sage Pod: Hear, There, and Everywhere Episode 3 – Girl Scout Cookies

Isabella Bernabeo, Leah Ertel and Juliette D’Eliseo
Feb 6, 2023
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The Sage Pod: Hear, There, and Everywhere Episode 2 - SCHS Hoopcoming

The Sage Pod: Hear, There, and Everywhere Episode 2 – SCHS Hoopcoming

Isabella Bernabeo, Leah Ertel and Juliette D’Eliseo
Jan 30, 2023
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The Sage: January 25, 2023

The Sage: January 25, 2023

Isabella Bernabeo and Leah Ertel
Jan 25, 2023
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The Sage Pod: Hear, There, and Everywhere Episode 1 - Soups, Salads, or Sandwiches

The Sage Pod: Hear, There, and Everywhere Episode 1 – Soups, Salads, or Sandwiches

Isabella Bernabeo, Leah Ertel and Juliette D’Eliseo
Jan 23, 2023
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[Video] The Sage: January 18, 2023

Holden Kopman and Helen Hao
Jan 18, 2023
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The Sage: January 11, 2023

[Video] The Sage: January 11, 2023

Jacob Dougherty and Georgia Scherrer
Jan 11, 2023
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[Video] The Sage: January 4, 2023

Angela Huang and Sam Carroll
Jan 4, 2023
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The Sage Reviews: The Latest Holiday Movie Releases This 2022 Season

The Sage Reviews: The Latest Holiday Movie Releases This 2022 Season

Leah Ertel, Entertainment Editor
Dec 16, 2022
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The Sage: December 14, 2022

[Video] The Sage: December 14, 2022

Nick Cepek and Nadia Razzaq
Dec 14, 2022
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[Video] The Sage: December 7th, 2022

Helen Hao and Sebastian Sandoval
Dec 7, 2022
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The Sage: November 30, 2022

[Video] The Sage: November 30, 2022

Caleb Fletcher and Seth Fletcher
Nov 29, 2022
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Taylor Swift is shown next to a clock, representing the title of her new album: "Midnights." The new album is her tenth studio album.

The Sage Reviews: Taylor Swift’s “Midnights” Is A Whirlwind of Emotions

Leah Ertel, Entertainment Editor
Nov 16, 2022
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The Sage: November 2, 2022

The Sage: November 2, 2022

Isabella Bernabeo and Leah Ertel
Nov 2, 2022
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The Sage: October 19, 2022

[Video] The Sage: October 19, 2022

Jacob Dougherty and Georgia Scherrer
Oct 18, 2022
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The Sage: October 12, 2022

Leah Ertel and Grace Cowart
Oct 12, 2022
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[Video] The Sage: October 5, 2022

Angela Huang and Tomiris Gumar
Oct 4, 2022
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A crumpled up piece of paper displays the word, “Reputation” in red ink. Reputations are very individual and valuable and can determine a person’s future as well as social stature.

How to Protect an Invaluable Reputation

Leah Ertel, Entertainment Editor
Sep 23, 2022
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[Video] The Sage: September 21, 2022

Nadia Razzaq and Nick Cepek
Sep 20, 2022
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To Kill or Not to Kill: The Rights of The Unborn

Leah Ertel, Staff Reporter
Jun 3, 2022
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Roe v. Wade Draft

Leah Ertel and Harley Morgan
Jun 3, 2022
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[Video] The Sage: June 1, 2022

Jason Chase and Madeline Mack
Jun 1, 2022
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[Video] The Sage: Special Edition Part 2

Lulu Horne and Cooper Hancock
May 24, 2022
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Camila Cabello’s Familia Album Wows Listeners With its Variety of Emotions

Leah Ertel, Staff Reporter
May 12, 2022
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A Sage Creek volleyball player blocks the ball from the Carlsbad volleyball player who hit the ball. Sage Creek’s boys Novice A Volleyball team played Carlsbad at home on Thursday and beat Carlsbad with a score of 13-15.

Varsity and Novice A Boys Volleyball Teams On Their Passion

“If someone is trying out for boy’s volleyball, talk to coach Savage and don’t be afraid. It might be intimidating but there's a team for everyone at Sage."
Leah Ertel, Staff Reporter
Apr 15, 2022
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[Video] The Sage: April 13, 2022

Isabella Bernabeo and Nadia Razzaq
Apr 12, 2022
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The Sage: April 6, 2022

Tomiris Gumar and Leah Ertel
Apr 6, 2022
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[Video] The Sage: March 30, 2022

Benz Lopez and Jason Chase
Mar 29, 2022
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The French Cafe and Bakery welcome everyone with a cafe-like venue and French signs and slogans. The French atmosphere surrounds customers creating a feeling like one is eating in real France.

The Carlsbad French Bakery & Cafe: A Taste of France in Carlsbad

Leah Ertel, Staff Reporter
Mar 28, 2022
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Harbor Fish Cafe located in Carlsbad, not far from the beach, feeds guests with their delicious cuisine. For 55 years, this cafe has been serving the community with seafood delicacies such as clam chowder, fish n’ chips and more.

A Carlsbad Classic: Harbor Fish Cafe

Leah Ertel, Staff Reporter
Mar 8, 2022
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Target has an abundance of cute Valentine’s Day cards that are sure to brighten someone’s holiday. Cards have been a simple yet meaningful gift to give with sweet messages scribed on the inside as well as the outside.

Is St. Valentine’s Day Worth Celebrating?

Leah Ertel, Staff Reporter
Feb 11, 2022
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The Sage: January 26, 2022

Leah Ertel and Isabella Bernabeo
Jan 26, 2022
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[Video] The Sage: January 19, 2022

Nancie Huang-Ball and Nick Cepek
Jan 19, 2022
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Sage Creek High School’s Girls Field Hockey team plays against Escondido for the last game of the season. Sage Creek won with a score of 2-0.

Girls Field Hockey: The Balance of Sports and School

Leah Ertel, Staff Reporter
Jan 18, 2022
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The Sage: January 5, 2022

Leah Ertel and Narnia Choi
Jan 5, 2022
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San Diego is an old historical city that has a lot to offer from its beautiful sights, to its haunted buildings and structures. 5 places in San Diego are haunted and it's time more people knew and learned about them.

Haunted Places in San Diego To Come Visit

Leah Ertel, Staff Reporter
Oct 28, 2021
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SeaWorld Howl-O-Scream sign greets guests as they walk in for a perfect photo opportunity. SeaWorld San Diego hosts its first ever Howl-O-Scream event.

SeaWorld’s Newest Attraction Howl-O-Scream is Guaranteed to Make You Howl And Scream!

Leah Ertel, Staff Reporter
Oct 21, 2021
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Why So Many Californians Still Want Governor Newsom Recalled

Leah Ertel, Staff Reporter
Oct 12, 2021
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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
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