Granite Bay Today

Three GBHS teachers choose to retire early after district offers one-time $20,000 incentive
Lindsey Zabell, senior editor | February 24, 2020
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New teacher dances into our hearts
Bella Khor, senior editor | February 21, 2020
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Senior 5th Quarter
Piper Bacon, assistant editor | February 21, 2020
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End-of-the-year senior tradition almost changed
Emerson Ford, assistant editor | February 20, 2020
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Coach Katy steps down from her position
Daryn Conner, staff writer | February 19, 2020
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Local efforts to help environment
Sean Turner, staff writer | February 18, 2020
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Impending doom for Democrats in impeachment?
Ali Juell, staff writer | February 17, 2020
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Mandatory online course changes result in conflicts with students
Cori Caplinger, senior editor | February 14, 2020
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Managing the Tension
Piper Bacon, assistant editor | February 13, 2020
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Community reacts to Australian fire fundraising
Ali Juell, staff writer | February 13, 2020
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Students celebrate Black History Month
Shreya Dodballapur, assistant editor | February 11, 2020
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Iranian-Americans conflicted between nationalities
Mareesa Islam, assistant editor | February 10, 2020
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Elective enrollment declines due to academic pursuits

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Visual and performing art elective class numbers are suffering in the wake of academic pressure.

Elective enrollment declines due to academic pursuits

Elective enrollment at Granite Bay is on the decline this year. Fewer and fewer students are enrolling in optional classes, and one reason could be that students feel pressure to take higher-level...

Recent News Stories

Students look forward to their first primary election

Participation in democracy is an essential part of the American Identity, and with the California...

Religious discussions present problems

Among the ideas that founded the American republic was the idea that all people have fundamental...

Lifestyle

Maya Snow

Students host mysterious and suspicious activities at a local park.

‘Pills’borough

Dylan Rowe, Senior Editor

Almost every high school has a notorious teen hangout spot. For Granite Bay High, this spot used to be the parking lot at the high school, often called the “GBPL.” However, the school administration...

Recent Lifestyle Stories

‘Tis the season to celebrate

In modern-day America, there are several varying traditions for the holidays with all of the diversity...

Snowboarding sensations

Donner Peak Media (@donnerpeakmedia) is an Instagram account run by Alfie Arnaud and Tyler Hopper....

Sports

Emerson Ford

Star athlete Jessica Varakuta is commited to Columbia University for Crew.

Athlete of the Month: Jessica Varakuta

Emerson Ford, assistant editor

Every high school athlete’s dream is to play at the collegiate level. Thanks to tireless hard work and dedication, that dream has become a reality for senior Jessica Varakuta. In September 2019, Varakuta...

Recent Sports Stories

Spring sports gearing up for new season

The boys’ and girls’ swim teams at Granite Bay High School have gotten championships of the Sierra...

Briana Lambey takes up multiple roles on the court

Making the cut as a varsity athlete is a remarkable accomplishment, one that requires a sincere dedication...

Entertainment

20th Century Studios

Spies in Disguise is a animated film with a distinct style for different characters.

Movie Review: Spies in Disguise

Julia Golovey, Staff Writer

Spies in Disguise is an animated film that really focused on the differences between the main duo, Spy Lance and the inventor Walter. Their personalities are practically the opposite and that's what...

Recent Entertainment Stories

Music Review: Some Rap Songs

When people talk about the rap game, it’s easy to regurgitate the chart-topping names that most could...