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Mr. Esping passing on the baton to Mr. Chylinski

Ball Junior High School Amphitheater to be named after Alden Esping

genera author February 14, 2025

On February 13, 2025, The AUHSD School Board voted unanimously to name the Ball Junior High School Amphitheater after Mr. Alden Esping.  Mr. Esping taught at Loara from 1990 to 1996 where he served as...

Celebrating Black History Month with Ms. Tamara Mobley

Celebrating Black History Month with Ms. Tamara Mobley

Paul Chylinski, Advisor February 11, 2025

This February, as we honor Black History Month, we were thrilled to experience a powerful cultural presentation by Ms. Tamara Mobley and her talented group of drummers. Their performance highlighted the...

VSA Lunar New Year

VSA Lunar New Year

Pearl Ta, Speaker of the House February 3, 2025

On January 30th, VSA hosted its 2nd annual Tết (Lunar New Year) Festival. The MCs brought great energy throughout the night. Under the fairy lights, applause and cheers erupted from every corner of the...

Renaming the Saxon Wrestling Room

Renaming the Saxon Wrestling Room

Paul Chylinski, Advisor January 27, 2025

On January 27, 2025, Loara High School proudly dedicated its wrestling room to honor the late Dr. John S. Dahlem, a distinguished educator, coach, and adventurer whose legacy profoundly impacted our community. Dr....

Celebrating Diversity Through the Lunar New Year

Celebrating Diversity Through the Lunar New Year

Paul Chylinski, Advisor January 27, 2025

Every winter, millions around the world gather with family, friends, and community to celebrate the Lunar New Year, a time of renewal, gratitude, and hope. Rooted in ancient traditions, this vibrant festival...

Honoring a Legacy: Ed Prange Gymnasium Dedication Ceremony

Honoring a Legacy: Ed Prange Gymnasium Dedication Ceremony

Paul Chylinski, Advisor December 17, 2024

On Tuesday, December 17, 2024, Loara High School came together to honor the memory and enduring legacy of a remarkable educator, coach, and mentor, Ed Prange. In a heartfelt ceremony, the newly named Ed...

2024 Winter Wishes / Love Week and it’s Origins

Paul Chylinski and Melina Martinez December 9, 2024

When I began my teaching journey, I found myself in uncharted waters. Assigned to teach Psychology without a textbook, I relied on my background as a Social Science major and a handful of college courses....

71st Arcadia Festival of Bands

Paul Chylinski, Advisor November 26, 2024

An open letter to the Loara Family *** Hello Loara_All, First, I want to express my sincere gratitude for being part of the Loara community this past year. Our students and parents are truly remarkable,...

10th Grade Saxons Explore College and History

10th Grade Saxons Explore College and History

Maria Santina Fontanilla, Staff Writer November 20, 2024

Students buzz with excitement, their energy spreading throughout the crowd. Why are they so thrilled? Well, our GEAR UP field trips have begun! Over the past few weeks, on October 29th, November 8th, and...

Loara High Hosts a Thriving Community Garage Sale and Pop-Up Market

Loara High Hosts a Thriving Community Garage Sale and Pop-Up Market

Paul Chylinski, Seaxe Advisor November 18, 2024

Loara High School recently buzzed with activity during its Community Garage Sale and Pop-Up Market, an event that brought together small businesses, student organizations, and local...

Loara Saxons Benefit from UCLA HOPE Partnership

Loara Saxons Benefit from UCLA HOPE Partnership

Andrea Rodriguez, Community Schools Liasion November 18, 2024

Loara High School is thrilled to spotlight its partnership with UCLA HOPE, a program dedicated to empowering youth through mentorship and education. UCLA HOPE, which stands for Higher Opportunity Program...

TEENtober 2024

TEENtober 2024

Maria Malta, Library Technician November 6, 2024

Saxons, did you know that TEENtober was created solely to celebrate teens and promote year-round library services for you? The American Library Association crafted this unique nationwide celebration just...

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