In a world of changing car tech, some high school car enthusiasts find joy in restoring old cars and keeping things hands-on. Cars have always been seen as an art form for many. Their love for classics and modest vehicles as well as keeping them in mint condition to show off. Loud engines and big...

In a new effort to bring students and parents together, the Community Resource Night was hosted on October 23, in the MPB from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. Many agencies attended the event to support student mental health by giving presentations and setting up their own booths, covering topics from substance abuse...

This month, over 70 bilingual students participated in Merced County’s Seal of Biliteracy exam. The assessment is designed to recognize proficiency in both English and the student’s target language. Students who pass it are later awarded a biliteracy seal. The Seal of Biliteracy is an award given...

LBHS is taking part in a Battle of Books competition, a national organization on January 24, 2025 at Merced High School from 5-7 p.m.  There will be a total of 20 students and 14 teachers or staff members going to the event to compete.  The way the event works is there is a team of seven where...

Has Los Banos High School implemented Yondr pouches as of the writing of this article? The answer is no; however, but our school will most likely consider the pouches as an option because of the law passed by California Governor Gavin Newsom, mandating restrictions of cell phone usage in schools throughout...

Since the beginning of the school year, Mr. Felix Sanchez, math teacher has been recruiting and preparing students for this year’s Academic Decathlon competition in January in Merced. Starting in August to January, students will have to study the theme “Our Changing Climate” in each of the following...

Now that all 2024-2025 fall sports league games are over, only one team has made it to the playoffs. Head coach Lynn Barcellos’ girls varsity tennis team was the only fall team that secured a spot in playoffs. After being put into a new league, the girls tennis team seems to be the only fall sport...

School administrators have initiated a new bathroom policy and many students are not happy about the changes. Earlier this month, the school’s administrators concluded that all classrooms must use the 5-Star digital bathroom pass to allow only 10 students for the entire school  to use the restroom...

Miss Yvette Fregoso Flores is the new long term sub for the Spanish class of Mrs. Curutchague while being a college student of Stanislaus State. This is her first time teaching and subbing a class with no background. “This my very first teaching position as a long term sub,” said Flores. As...

Red Ribbon Week is a tradition on school campuses to recognize drug prevention and inform students and parents about addiction. Red Ribbon Week is taking place on campus October 23-31.  This year the Wellness Club is promoting this event. Ms.Landeros, Wellness club advisor and counselor. She said,...

The LULAC club hosted their annual Spanish Heritage Night for Hispanic Heritage Month on October 14. This celebration included food, music, and many other activities that are a part of the Spanish heritage. The food that was served at this event were tamales, Mexican wedding cookies, churros, pan...

As the coming seasons bring more activities, the Art Club is hosting many events in the next few months on campus. These activities are to fundraise money for the club, and to involve students in art.  Mrs. Sagouspe, the club advisor, shared that in the coming months there will be many activities...

FFA students attended the 2024 Merced County Career & Technical Fair - A Day for Career Exploration! on October 17. The Trades Day event was designed to introduce youth to a variety of career opportunities in the industry including general construction, sub-contracting, sports videography, sherriff,...

Junior Julian Cazares has committed to Stanford University to play baseball. With many options and offers from other schools, Cazares decided to go to Stanford for their exceptional baseball program and education. He knew right away that this was an opportunity he couldn’t pass up on and its close...

On September 23, Ms. Kayla Jimenez filled in the position for the ROP medical class that previously had no official teacher and became the new instructor. Jimenez has currently been teaching the ROP subjects Patient Care 1, Sports Medicine, and Medical Terminology. Jimenez has had a passion for the...

English teacher, Ms. Debbie Teixeira is making a lasting impact by helping students discover their purpose. Through building strong relationships and encouraging them to recognize their abilities, she pushes students to envision and achieve their own success. Ms. Teixeira began teaching in September...

Wrestling is a great sport that everyone should do. Wrestling will transform you for the better and make you the best version of yourself. Wrestling starts at the beginning of December 1.  Conditioning is happening now. If you’re interested or not sure you want to go, conditioning is Tuesday through...

In an effort to increase students’ safety, Los Banos High School installed Evolv metal detectors at the front and back entrances, making this the first time the district has implemented such a measure. The district level and the school board have made this decision on behalf of students' safety. Metal...