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Dana Point, California
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Opinion

Arguments, editorials and point-counterpoint pieces from the staff writers. 77 stories in this section.

Opinion · November 18, 2021

Should English Class Help Prep Students for Life?

English classes help students improve their writing abilities, comprehension, grammar, and vocabulary. In general these are all essential skills all students should possess, as they will use them throughout their lives.

Opinion · October 8, 2021

School Opening Helping Students Mental Health

After 18 months of remote and hybrid learning, it appears that being back in the classroom full time has had a positive impact on students’ mental health.

Opinion · October 8, 2021

Should Teachers Excuse Missing Work for Quarantined Students?

Back to school is an uncertain but exciting time for students, teachers and parents. This is especially true as this school year is the first normal year since Covid-19 suspended school in the spring of 2020.

Opinion · October 8, 2021

Was Firing Mike Richards the Right Decision?

As of Aug. 31, 2021, Mike Richards is no longer the executive producer (EP) of “Jeopardy!” and “Wheel of Fortune,” both shows owned by Sony Pictures.

Opinion · October 7, 2021

America Should Accept More Refugees From Afghanistan

After nearly 20 years of US presence in Afghanistan following the 9/11 attacks, the United States has finally pulled out of the Afghan Republic. The Taliban, who’s inevitable return to power loomed over the installed regime, toppled the…

Opinion · May 18, 2021

Covid’s Impact on Dana Students

As the school year draws to a close, it can be said without a doubt that the pandemic has left its mark on everyone, and Dana students are no exception.

Opinion · May 18, 2021

Does Dana’s Schedule Change Do More Harm Than Good?

As of the nineteenth of April, the students of Dana attend school four days a week after a virtual Monday. If one was already hybrid, they have automatically been enrolled in the full four days a week in person schedule.

Opinion · May 18, 2021

Is it the Right Time to Come Back 4 Days a Week?

On Apr. 2nd, Dana formally announced that the option for four days of in-person learning would be available for the duration of the school year. The hybrid students were automatically placed in the program and the students that were 100%…

Earlier opinion

2020/21

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