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The Principal as the Culture Leader

The Principal as the Culture Leader

Efa Huckaby, Associate Editor (A) February 20, 2025

Efa Huckaby, Principal, Liberty High School As the Principal of Liberty High School and a proud California Activities Directors Association (CADA) member, I’ve come to understand the incredible power...

Exploring Winters: A Hidden Gem

Exploring Winters: A Hidden Gem

Paul Chylinski, Print Media Coordinator January 26, 2025

Nestled in the heart of Yolo County, Winters is a small but vibrant town that offers a unique blend of history, charm, and adventure. Known as the "Gateway to the Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument,"...

High School Leadership Elections: A Guide to the Election Process

High School Leadership Elections: A Guide to the Election Process

Leah Darby, Area Contributor January 23, 2025

By Leah Darby, Concord High School As election season approaches, organizing a successful high school leadership election can feel overwhelming. However, with proper planning, it can become an engaging...

The Greatest Generation to Gen Beta

The Greatest Generation to Gen Beta

Paul Chylinski, Print Media Coordinator January 21, 2025

Generations from 1900 to 2025 The Greatest Generation (1901-1927): Also known as the G.I. Generation, they endured the Great Depression, fought in World War II, and shaped the mid-20th century through...

The Most Important Person on Our Campus, and It’s Not the Principal

The Most Important Person on Our Campus, and It’s Not the Principal

Nadine Almanza, Managing Editor January 19, 2025

In every school, there are unsung heroes who keep the engine running smoothly, and at our campus, that hero is Mr. Garcia, our lead custodian. While our principal plays a crucial role in leadership, Mr....

History of the Equal Rights Amendment

History of the Equal Rights Amendment

Paul Chylinski, Print Media Coordinator January 18, 2025

The Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) has a long and complex history in the United States, reflecting the nation's evolving stance on gender equality.  First proposed in 1923 by suffragist Alice Paul, the...

CADA Vice President Candidacy Statement: Kara Johnson

CADA Vice President Candidacy Statement: Kara Johnson

Kara Johnson, Past Area E Coordiator January 14, 2025

After 15 years as an ASB Director and as a proud, active member of the CADA family, I am humbled and thrilled to announce my candidacy for Vice President. CADA has always been more than a professional...

Ensuring Fair Play and Unity (State and National Role)

Ensuring Fair Play and Unity (State and National Role)

Paul Chylinski, Print Media Coordinator January 9, 2025

High school athletics play a vital role in shaping student character, fostering teamwork, and building school spirit. Yet, these benefits depend on a foundation of fairness and equity, upheld through rules...

Secret Staff Spirit Week Day 3

Secret Staff Spirit Week

Corissa Stobing, Associate Editors (B) January 7, 2025

By Corissa Stobing, Associate Principal Before Winter Break, San Leandro High staff launched a unique and exciting initiative: Secret Staff Spirit Week! Designed to engage students and model a vibrant...

Discovering San Diego: The Oldest City In California

Discovering San Diego: The Oldest City In California

Paul Chylinski, Print Media Coordinator January 6, 2025

San Diego, a gem in Southern California’s Area G, is a city where sun-soaked beaches meet rich history and vibrant culture. As we prepare to gather for our final CADA Convention at the renowned San Diego...

Districtwide Code of Ethics

Districtwide Code of Ethics

Paul Chylinski, Print Media Coordinator January 5, 2025

As the Lead Activities Director in the Anaheim Union High School District (AUHSD), one of my primary goals is to establish systems that ensure consistency across all 20 schools. This way, if a new advisor...

"Above Self" and Lifetime of Leadership

“Above Self” and Lifetime of Leadership

Sara Freauf (Nilles) , Associate Editor (H) January 2, 2025

Many of us know Sandi Kurland as the Director of CASL and leader of all things student leadership in California.  But did you know Sandi had a life in student activities before CASL/CADA?   “Sandi...

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