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AVMS Care Closet: A Beacon of Support for Students in Need

AVMS Care Closet: A Beacon of Support for Students in Need

Sara Hosseini and Sara Campbell March 17, 2025

In the heart of Aliso Viejo Middle School, a remarkable initiative is making a profound impact on the lives of students and their families. The AVMS Care Closet, officially known as the Falcon’s Nest,...

Lessons in Leadership: Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Lessons in Leadership: Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Paul Chylinski, Print Media Coordinator March 10, 2025

Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s life was a masterclass in leadership, resilience, and advocacy. From her early battles with gender discrimination to her groundbreaking work as a Supreme Court Justice, Ginsburg...

Lessons In Leadership: Jenni Rivera

Lessons In Leadership: Jenni Rivera

Paul Chylinski, Print Media Coordinator March 3, 2025

Jenni Rivera, the legendary Mexican-American singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur, remains an enduring symbol of resilience, authenticity, and empowerment. Her life and career, marked by incredible highs...

I Can Sleep Through a Storm

I Can Sleep Through a Storm

Paul Chylinski, Print Media Coordinator March 2, 2025

As we approach graduation season and the transition of leadership among student leaders, many seniors begin to reflect on the vast and uncertain world awaiting them. High school has often provided a sense...

"Peace, Love & CADA":  Looking Back at the 2012 Convention

“Peace, Love & CADA”: Looking Back at the 2012 Convention

Paul Chylinski, Print Media Coordinator March 1, 2025

In 2012, CADA embraced a theme that resonated deeply with leaders across California: “Peace, Love, CADA: A Leadership Revolution,” a vision brought to life by Monica Anderson (CADA President...

Empowering Student Wellness: Free Work2BeWell Resources

Empowering Student Wellness: Free Work2BeWell Resources

Sara Nilles Frauf, Associate Editor (H) February 27, 2025

Work2BeWell—Created by teens, for teens! This free, clinically-vetted program offers a wealth of mental health resources designed to support student well-being. In Session 1, Sara Freauf (Nilles)...

Lessons in Leadership: Abraham Lincoln

Lessons in Leadership: Abraham Lincoln

Paul Chylinski, Print Media Coordinator February 12, 2025

Abraham Lincoln’s journey to the presidency was far from smooth. His path was marked by failures, losses, and personal hardships that might have derailed a less determined individual. Yet, these very...

Lessons in Children's Books: A Look Back at the 2018 Convention

Lessons in Children’s Books: A Look Back at the 2018 Convention

Paul Chylinski, Print Media Coordinator February 9, 2025

Children's books hold a unique power to inspire and nurture the seeds of leadership and personal growth in young minds. Through engaging stories, vivid illustrations, and relatable characters, these books...

Do You Set the Temperature?

Do You Set the Temperature?

Paul Chylinski, Print Media Coordinator February 2, 2025

In every school, there are two types of leaders: those who reflect the culture around them and those who shape it. The question is, are you a thermometer or a thermostat? A thermometer simply measures...

Lessons in Leadership: George Washington

Lessons in Leadership: George Washington

Paul Chylinski, Print Media Coordinator February 1, 2025

As Presidents Day approaches, we reflect on the legacy of George Washington, not only as a military and political leader but also as a model of character and discipline. One of the most remarkable glimpses...

Lessons in Leadership: Martin Luther King Jr.

Lessons in Leadership: Martin Luther King Jr.

Paul Chylinski, Print Media Coordinator February 1, 2025

When Martin Luther King Jr. stood on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in 1963 and delivered his iconic "I Have a Dream" speech, he did more than inspire a crowd—he defined a vision for America that...

Celebrating Diversity Through the Lunar New Year

Celebrating Diversity Through the Lunar New Year

Paul Chylinski, Print Media Coordinator 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...

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