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Mareesa Islam, Co-Editor-in-Chief

Mareesa, a senior, is one of the editors-in-chief, and this is her second year on the Gazette staff.

All content by Mareesa Islam
Vaccine distribution is currently occurring at multiple locations including the Grounds in Roseville, shown above.

COVID-19 vaccine rollout ramps up across Placer County

February 16, 2021
On January 5, schools across the RJUHSD district reopened with a five day schedule, marking the first time in nearly a year where students were able to return to campus fulltime. Yet, with this comes obstacles as well.

Reopening: RJUHSD employees reflect

January 31, 2021
Despite maintaining a white majority presence, Granite Bay High School's demographics have diversified over the last decade.

2010 vs. 2020: Demographic differences within a decade

January 10, 2021
The name of the student cheering section at Granite Bay High School, the

Trouble with Tribe: Changing the name, not the tradition

October 30, 2020
Ding Tea's Signature Milk Tea with 50% ice and 50% sweetness and black boba pearls, for only $3.75.

Food Review: Ding Tea

September 29, 2020
On Instagram, @diversifyournarrativerjuhsd posts infographics, petitions, and testimonials to help educate the community on injustices.

RJUHSD students advocate for social equality on campuses

September 24, 2020
With barber shops and hair salons closed, hair dyeing and cutting seems to be a popular activity for those stuck at home.

Quarantine prompts students to switch up their hairstyles

May 18, 2020

[Video] Extended school closure due to coronavirus: ‘Bearly News’ podcast

April 3, 2020
Junior Ali Juell puts together a shopping list for her family during the coronavirus shelter in place in Placer County. Throughout the region, county and state authorities have limited movement and closed most businesses to try to help slow the pandemic.

Distance learning due to COVID-19 proves challenging

March 23, 2020
A GBHS student's schedule displays the typical Granite Bay High 4x4 block schedule, which includes four classes per semester and eight per year. An alternative would include six classes.

GBHS contemplates a major transition

March 16, 2020
Religious tensions between Iran and the U.S. greatly affect GBHS students.

Iranian-Americans conflicted between nationalities

February 10, 2020
Bagel Bites are a frozen food, commonly found in grocery stores.

Food Review: Bagel Bites

January 31, 2020
ACT changes are a hot topic on the GBHS campus.

ACT changes starting next school year

January 23, 2020
Commentary: Dedication is for the strong

Commentary: Dedication is for the strong

January 17, 2020
Speech and debate students gather after competing at Ponderosa High School.

Speech and debate teams kicks off successful year

December 10, 2019
Assistant principal Jessup McGregor finishes the year off strong before leaving GBHS to the dismay of staff and students.

Jessup McGregor set to leave for a position at West Park

December 5, 2019
Fruity and coconut-y, this acai bowl was a delight.

Food Review: Cielo Acai Cafe

November 4, 2019
Commentary: Muslim America

Commentary: Muslim America

October 25, 2019
A common theme in the survey responses was the community's desire for the school to try and curb the vaping problem on campus.

District survey results from last year spur administrative action

October 18, 2019
The Granite Bay Emerald Brigade performed with multiple, large props this season.

Granite Bay Emerald Brigade competes at Oakmont High School

October 14, 2019
Commentary: Saving the Environment

Commentary: Saving the Environment

September 24, 2019
IB Chemistry-HL has only seven students, a startlingly low number in comparison to AP US History, which has upwards of 35 students.

IB class sizes remain significantly smaller than AP classes

September 23, 2019
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