Bravo Grand Reopening -June 2nd, 2021-
Photo by: Bravo Yearbook
-By Jazmin Gonzalezthrough the Bravo Medical Personal Experience Magnet Website. As a senior trying to enjoy the last few weeks of high Preparation for In-Person school, I decided to go back to Students in person school with the -Bring your own water bottle Hybrid Module. It has been a from home and don't share with fun experience even with all of other students the restrictions and the covid -Bring your fully charged tests I have taken in the past chromebook everyday to connect weeks. My advisory teacher, to your classes Ms. Mendoza, has really helped -Bring a backpack with all us be informed and keep us up supplies you need to date with any information -Make appointment to take a regarding changes at school. It's Covid 19 test a little lonely going to school -Review the bell schedule and sitting by yourself -Reminder DO NOT come to everywhere since we can't school if you are feeling sick or socialize with other people, but have any symptoms, Be honest overall it's a nice experience. It's with yourself,, your family, and better than sitting at home at the arrival screening process looking onto a screen.
The Big Day Welcome Back, Bravo Family! Bravo’s Grand Re-Opening with the Hybrid Schedule became effective Tuesday April 27th, 2021. Starting April 29th all students, grades 9th-12th, will be on campus if they chose the new hybrid module. With the Hybrid Module Advisories D&H will come on campus odd days, while advisories G&L will come on campus on the Bravo Vaccination even days. The advisory groups Appointment Information Bravo now offered the will alternate on Mondays. vaccination, the first dose was given on Friday May 28, 2021. Daily Pass Requirement If a student decides to come The second does appointment of to Bravo for the Hybrid Module the vaccine is automatically they are required to have a scheduled and an email will be negative COVID-19 test. They are sent to everyone who got the first also required to have a LAUSD dose on May 28th. Daily Pass which could be access
Links for Information Daily Pass link https://lausd-rts.powerappsporta ls.com/en-US/signin Bravo Medical Magnet Website https://bravomedhs-lausd-ca.sch oolloop.com/return
Bravo Wins California Distinguished School and US News & World Report Top Rankings Karla Ortega
We did it, Bravo Knights! In April 2021, Bravo was recognized both as a California Distinguished School and a 2021 US News and World Report’s Best High School! Bravo is ranked #335 out of 18,000 US high schools (Top 0.19%) in the US News and World Report Rankings!!! Francisco Bravo Medical Magnet High is ranked #335 in the National Rankings. Schools are ranked on their performance on state-required tests, graduation and how well they prepare students for college MSA’s National Merit Awards program honors the top magnet schools in the United States. - and Bravo is one of them! These awards recognize magnet schools that demonstrate commitment to high academic standards, curriculum innovation, successful desegregation and diversity efforts, and consistent delivery of high quality educational services to all stakeholders. Great job, Bravo Kights!
Fanfare Farewell
By: Brandon Martinez
On May 12, 2021, Bravo held it’s virtual Spring Concert! The Concert Band, Mariachi, and Latin Jazz Band were among the performers, and was posted on the Schoology page.
Similar to Bravo’s Winter Concert in 2020, the Spring Concert was held virtually.
Although
school
Concert Band
has
reopened, giving the opportunity to have a live performance, that was still not possible. Students are not allowed to play instruments at school since it requires air to be played, which can present problems with ventilation.
Additionally,
many
Mariachi
students opted to continue online
Nevertheless,
learning, so it was unpractical to
performers
have an in person performance.
outstanding job. However,
This
this Spring Concert proves
farewell one, in addition to
to be a sad one. This is the
the Spring Concert. There
final performance the band
perhaps may also be a
seniors will perform. Of
special
course, these seniors may
Senior Graduation by the
choose to continue their
Latin Jazz Band (subjected
musical ambitions beyond
to change)! Nevertheless,
Bravo,
the Spring Concert will
Latin Jazz Ensemble
but
did
this
the
However, there may be an
an
additional
Spring
Concert proves to be the last one at Bravo for them.
performance!
performance
is
performance
a
for
History of Rock & Roll By: Onima Khan and Jazmin Gonzalez Meet the teacher of “History of Rock and Roll”, Brian Fritch. He taught many amazing subjects such as : Law & Youth, Hon. U.S. History, AP Government, APUSH, Government, Psychology, Sociology, Women's History, Geography and now History of Rock and Roll. He is an amazing teacher who makes the class fun and educational at the same time. Meet Dustin a senior who has taken this course his last year of high school expressed his thoughts about his experience with the class, “Taking this class has been great since it’s not very stressful and it's enjoyable to listen to music but also interesting to see the roots of many genres”- Dustin Martinez Class of 2021
“An American History of Rock and Roll seeks to integrate the history of America with the history and progression of Rock and Roll. Students taking this class will be able to trace the history of Rock and Roll and understand the influences it had on major historical events within the United States. The class will cover issues of race, gender, age, and sex and how Rock and Rock helped to spur rebellion in those areas in an attempt to create equality. The course covers United States History from the mid 1950’s through a study of the Blues progression from its origins to its growth to Rock and Roll and related genres. The course is inclusive of African Americans, Asian Americans, Chicanas/os and Latinas/os, Native Americans and their experiences and contributions through music to the history of Rock and Roll.”
100 Days O’ Grand
By: Brandon Martinez
April 28, 2021 marked President Joe Biden’s 100th day since Inauguration Day on January 20, 2021.
The importance of the first 100 days of a U.S. Presidency began back in 1933 when former President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed 76 new laws and 15 major legislation. Having administered so many laws and legislation in only a
pivotal moment for the American
Photo by: NBC News Here are some of Joe Biden’s Climate Change - Kept
people. He remains as being the only
promises and if he has kept them:
matter of 3 month proved to be a
President
Biden
has
successfully re-joined the Paris
U.S. President to administer such a high number of legislation within only
COVID 19 - Kept
Climate
the first 100 days.
He has in fact kept his promise of
announced measures to reduce
vaccinating 100 million americans,
carbon emissions by 2050. He
the
as the U.S. hit 200 million on
has
American people view the first 100
April 21, 2021. He also called for
construction of the Keystone
days to determine how swiftly and
a 1.9 trillion COVID-19 package,
XL Pipeline, and has stopped
efficiently, yet powerful the new
which included $1,400 stimulus
oil
administration turns out to be. To some
checks, in addition to $600 for
National Wildlife Reserve. He
extent, the 100 days also reflect how
families that did not receive one
has yet to fully reveal a plan
the upcoming 4 years will be for the
during the Trump Administration.
and outline for his ambitions
administration. This is crucial since it
Although he could not put a mask
into making the U.S. fully
also measures approval ratings from
mandate for the whole country, he
convert to renewable energy.
the American people.
was able to issue one for federal
This
is
important
because
buildings and transportation.
Accord
also
drilling
and
has
blocked
in
the
the
Arctic
Continued... Gun Control - Failed to Keep
Inequality - Failed to Keep
Biden has yet to take action on
He has yet to address systemic
reforming gun control and gun
racism in various institutions,
violence. He had promised to
begin criminal justice reform,
reauthorize the Violence Against
sign the Equality Act 2021.and
Women Act, order the FBI to report
focus on LGBTQ+ rights..
ways
check
Although most of these require
background loopholes, and send a
congressional action, he has
bill to Congress for gun control
not yet taken any drastic
liability; all in which he has not
measures for improvement.
to
tighten
gun
Whether he has kept is promises or not, is dependent on the people.
done.
President
Joe
Biden
maintains a staggering approval rating of 57%, compared to
Economy - Kept
Immigration - Partially kept
Biden has continued to place a
Biden
pause on foreclosures and evictions
“paused”
until June 30, 2021, in addition to
Trump’s
student loan repayments, which are
Mexico. He has also ended the
extended towards September 30,
Muslim Travel Ban. However,
2021. He has even introduced a 1.9
he has yet to stop immigrants
trillion package for “American Jobs
serving in the military from
Plan” which would provide millions
being deported after service.
of
and
Biden also failed to block
restructure the economy. However,
deportations for 100 days, and
he has yet to increase corporate
has yet to revamp the asylum
taxes.
and
jobs
for
Americans
centers.
has
successfully
construction border
immigrant
wall
of for
detention
Trump’s 40%. Joe Biden has yet to reserve a lot of Trump’s policies, so his supporters are to some degree, disprove but are content with him over Donald Trump. Biden holds a huge disapproval
regarding
immigration and gun control, in which the American people are unhappy with how he is dealing with the situation. Nevertheless, Joe
Biden’s
approval
rating
remains strong and the people are much more content and happy, in comparison president Trump.
with
former
Crash Landing Crazy By: Brandon Martinez On May 8, 2021, The Long March 5B, China’s rocket, anded in the Indian Ocean after days of orbiting around Earth.
China successfully launched a 22.5 ton rocket, called the Long March 5B,
on April 29, 2021 into orbit
carrying materials as an effort to build China’s newest space station, Tiangong.
However,
China
lost
control of the rocket when it fully
Photo by: Daily Mail Graphic, Representing possible landing locations
made its way into space.
The Chinese government was optimistic about it, believing
When rockets are launched into
that the rocket would not pose
orbit, they are detached before they
any real threat as it would land
can even reach it, expected to land
in the ocean. Earth is around
into the ocean. However, China
70% water, so the possibility
made the grave mistake of not taking
of it not hitting any densely
necessary precautions to ensure the
populated areas was rather
rocket made its way into the ocean
high. It was also expected for
safely. As a result, they lost control
the rocket debris to burn upon
of the rocket as it made its way into
entering Earth’s atmosphere,
orbit. The rocket began orbiting
so only 20-40% of the actual
earth for days, and due to Earth’s
rocket would impact Earth. As
gravitational pull, it was expected to
a result, the debris would only
come crashing down into Earth; but
pose the threat similar to a
nobody knew where.
crash landing plane.
It wasn’t until late at night on May 8th, 2021 when it was announced that the rocket safely landed in the Indian Ocean, near the Maldives Islands. From what the report says, nobody was hurt, as the debris did not hit or scatter anywhere else besides the ocean. People from all over the world were concerned and worried for possibility that it would hit them, but even so, Earth’s
magnificent
oceans
proved to be of protection once more, and now the people may rest assured.
Global Vaccination Domination By: Brandon Martinez As of May 12, 2021, there have been over
1.34
billion
vaccinations
COVID-19 administered
worldwide.
The top 3 leading nations with COVID-19 vaccinations are: 1.
China with 324 million
2.
United
States
with
259
million 3.
India with 168 million
Photo by: The New York Times
However, the three main countries
The darker shade of green represents more vaccinations per 100 people. Gray areas have no data or vaccinations.
and territories that are close to having
all
of
its
residents
administered with at least one dose are: 1.
Gibraltar with over 100%
2.
Seychelles with 60.7%
3.
Israel with 58.7%.
This is because they have a much smaller population, which allows them to be able to have such a high vaccination rate and percentage.
There are a total of 11 COVID-19 vaccines, being:
Although
Pfizer-BioNTech,
Moderna,
administration may be looking
Sinovac,
good for many countries, there
Sinopharm-Beijing,
Johnson
are also many countries that
&
Johnson,
are yet to administer a single
Sinopharm-Wuhang, CanSino,
dose, or do not have access to
Covaxin, EpiVacCornona, and
any vaccines. Just like any
Oxford-AstraZeneca, with the
political agenda, it is mainly
top
the “1st world countries” that
Sputnik
V,
three
being
Oxford-AstraZeneca, Pfizer-BioNTech,
are and
achieving
efficiency
vaccination
such rates
high for
Moderna, which are being
vaccinations,
used in over more than 90
“poor, third world countries”
countries.
are left staggering behind.
meanwhile
Continued...
By: Brandon Martinez
Africa is the only continent with such
a
low
vaccination
Vaccinations per 100 people
rate.
Countries have vaccination numbers of; ●
Democratic Republic of the Congo with only 1,700 doses
●
Gabon with 8,800 doses
●
Kameroon with 11,000
●
Niger with 1,366
●
South Africa with 382, 480 does, but having a population Photo by: Edouard Mathieu, natural human behavior,
of over 58 million.
Another huge factor is that
Nevertheless,
Many of these African countries
Africa was not hit as hard
vaccinations are increasing,
have only 2% of total vaccinations,
compared to other countries.
and
meanwhile South America has 20%,
Accustomed to sanitizing and
ramping up their production
Europe
aware of the drastic measures
and vaccination process, life
needed to be taken, resulting
seems to be returning to
in such few covid-19 cases. As
normal. However, the looming
One of the contributing factors is
a result, the people do not feel
dangers of COVID-19 are still
that Africa itself did not manufacture
the drastic need to take the
rampaging in countries such as
its own vaccine. It is instead relying
vaccine.
India, which has peaked at
with
30%,
and
North
America with 50%.
with
Global
many
countries
over 400,000 cases reported a
on other countries to provide them, but they are preoccupied with their
However,
own
vaccinations.
underreported data and some
overflowing, and their oxygen
Additionally, they do not have the
hidden numbers that truly do
tanks are running low.
medical
not lay down the actual impact
countries’
capacity
and
necessary
equipment to do so, in comparison to other wealthy countries.
there
may
COVID-19 had on Africa.
be
day.
Their
hospitals
are
Japan on Vaccines by:Carlos Villalba
Unused COVID-19 vaccines in Japan are set to reach tens of millions of doses. About a month left to the Tokyo Olympics cases are still going up and almost anybody has not gotten the vaccine. Japan imported 28 million doses of Pfizer last April but only used about 15 percent and the rest are just sitting on the freezers.
The Japanese government is planning to open large vaccination centers in Tokyo and Osaka in the upcoming weeks. It is expected that 10,000 vaccines people in one day.
An online petition called “ Canceled the Tokyo Olympics to save our lives” on 5 May, garnered more than 300,000 signatures in just 4 days. Claiming that still continuing with this plan will lead to more deaths to its citizens. Japan only has 1% of its population has been vaccinated. They are planning to roll out their vaccines this month for the elderly. The next month after this is to vaccinate people under 65. If japan keeps getting worse and not keeping up on their vaccines, the Olympics could be canceled.
Mother’s Day is a day to celebrate and honor all mother’s throughout the world for their maternal love and care for their children. It is celebrated on different days, however most commonly it is celebrated on May 9 in the U.S while in Mexico it is celebrated on May 10th. The holiday originated in the United States by Anna Jarvis of Philadelphia, whose mother had organized women’s groups to promote friendship and health. Within five years virtually every state was observing the day, and in 1914 United States President
Woodrow Wilson made it a national holiday. In the United States it is traditional to give a mother flowers, especially roses or a thoughtful gift made from the heart. A mother is not bound to the typical social norm of society, a mother doesn’t necessarily have to be the person who gave birth to one but rather someone who has nurtured one and given one the warmth of a guardian. A mother can range to being a single father, a friend, a relative, so long as they deem fit of the role. Happy Mother’s Day to all mothers around the world!
LET THE SUMMER BEGIN! By Fariha Anwar and Onima Khan Finally! Summer, the season of desperate relaxation and numerous activities for people, especially student who are done with school. But once you reach summer, what comes next? Yes, we await for the summer so school; can b over and the fun can begin but what can you really do during a time full of heat and with a deadly virus still in the air? Well, here is some ideas you can do with your friends and family!
Image from rebloggy.com
Yes, Go Outside! Now that COVID-19 cases are decreasing in the United States, there is a better chance for you to do outside activities now then you had last summer. This includes hiking, going to the park and more. BUT, there are many cautions you have to take. Firstly, always social distance with other. If you go to the park, go to a place that has none to little people around. Also, get vaccinated. The U.S. is slowly allowing everyone to be vaccinated which can help you ease up during your trips.
Indoor Days Of course, if you still do not feel comfortable with going outside,there are always options at home. Activities that can be done with family or close friends await you. Movie Nights,Indoor pool day, and online volunteering are great ways to spend your time. You can also do relaxing things such as workouts or yoga that will keep you energized. You can start improving on your hobbies such as cooking. There are many ways to spend your time!
Is Freedom of Speech Really Free? -June 1st, 2021-
Photo by: Getty Images Background America is one of the few countries that protects Freedom of Speech. The five freedoms guaranteed by the 1st Amendment are speech, press, religion, assembly and petition. Freedom of Speech allows Americans the liberty to speak their minds freely without fear of being censored or persecuted by the government. However, is Freedom of Speech really Free? For example, categories of speech that are given lesser or no protection from the constitution are: perjury, libel, slander, obscenity, pornography, and incitement. The U.S. Supreme Court has often struggled to define
-By Ann Thomas & Karen Aguilarwhat exactly constitutes protected speech. For example, while you do not give up your constitutional rights when you attend school, they must be balanced against the rights of your classmates, as well as the school's obligation to offer a safe atmosphere and a good education. One of the landmark cases the Supreme Court had ruled on is Tinker V. Des Moines. A group of Des Moines students met in 16-year-old Cristopher Eckhardt’s home in December 1965 to prepare for a public demonstration in support of a Vietnam War truce. They agreed to fast on December 16 and New Year's Eve and to wear black armbands during the holiday season. When the Des Moines school principals learned of the plan, they convened on December 14 to develop a policy stating that any kid wearing an armband would be asked to remove it, and if they refused, they would be suspended. On December 16, Mary Beth Tinker and Christopher Eckhardt were sent home for wearing their armbands to school. The next
day, John Tinker tried the same thing and got the same outcome. The students didn't return to school until after New Year's Day, when the protest was supposed to end. The students sued the school district through their parents, alleging that the school system had violated their right to free expression and requested an injunction to prohibit the school system from penalizing them. The district court with a 7-2 majority opinion dismissed the complaint, which determined that the school system's actions were appropriate in upholding school discipline. The United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit upheld the ruling. Case Information In 2017, high school freshman, Brandi Levy, made a post on Snapchat in which she said “F- school f- softball fcheer f- everything” after she failed to make it into her
Photo by: The Hill
and bullying. However, the Mahanoy Area School District claims that due to the widespread use of social media and online education caused by the pandemic, there is no difference between on-campus speech and speech that is anywhere outside the school. The school’s lawyer explained that speech at school and outside school have the same impacts. Both can be disruptive and they can infringe on other students’ rights. On the other hand, Levy’s lawyer contends that such an argument would allow schools to punish students for any type of reason and further diminish student’s freedom of speech. Plus, the student stated that she did not mean to target anyone in specific. The case reflects the challenge schools have faced to identify what form of speech can be punished. After years of lower courts asking that the Supreme Court clarified the type of student speech that can be disciplined, the Justices will answer the question: Does the First Amendment prohibit public school officials from regulating off-campus speech?
Case Information Cont. school’s varsity cheer team. The post had an audience of about 250 people -many being students at her high school and part of the cheerleader team- which included the daughter of the school’s cheer team who eventually showed the post to her mom, believing it was inappropriate. The coach suspended Levy from the junior varsity team for a year, arguing that she had violated the team and school’s rules. Levy’s parents challenged the school’s punishment, arguing that the school could not suspend their daughter for what she had said because it was off-campus speech. The district court ruled in favor of the student and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit ruled in favor of Levy as well; the federal appeals court explained that the student could only be punished for speech on campus or at school events. Lawyers from both sides of the case concur that schools have the right to discipline students for targeted harassment Photo by: ACLU
Impacts of the Case: If Levy loses this case it will definitely be terrifying for high school students, however, the ones who will feel the brunt of this change will be college students. Every time the Supreme Court has ruled on a First Amendment case affecting K–12 schools, college attorneys have rushed to court to persuade judges to give them the same degree of power. Regardless of how the Supreme Court interprets its decision, Levy's case will establish the bar for adult-age college students for decades. While a 14-year-old might be able to cope with missing a year of extracurricular activities, a 19-year-old may be devastated. The repercussions are even more serious: getting thrown off a sports team may result in the loss of paid college tuition, a place to live, a meal plan, and health insurance. As a result, the Levy case is a must-win for college athletes who need a safe place to talk about racism and sexual assault in their sports programs. It is unclear how the court will rule but it is undeniable that the ruling can have impacts that'll be felt nationwide.
Special shoutout to students on behalf of Ms. Sebanz for Student Artist Recognition: *Matthew David Vergara (gr. 11)
Isaac Rivera (gr. 11)
*Mathew
Aguilar (gr. 11)
For High Achievement All Year: ( * - acknowledgment for being a Digital Leader as well !! )
Kara Yokoyama (gr. 12)
Morales (gr. 12)
Alin Garcia Bernal (gr. 11)
*Bryanna
Guerrero (gr. 11)
*Ashley Calixto (gr. 12)
Alondra Chavez (gr. 12)
As well a special shout out to my former AP Studio Art students and digital leaders who “Pay it Forward” through presenting a lesson to the other classes. They are:
Omar Bonilla
Fanny O’Vincent
Gabriel Pena Isabel Reynoso (Izzy)
Nathan Sierra
It has been pure joy for me to see all my students grow in confidence, personal expression, creativity and self-direction. May you all live long and prosper! Love always, Ms. Victoria Sebanz <3
!! Showcased Work !!:
Made By: Fanny O’Vincent
Made By: Gabriel Pena
Made By: Omar Bonilla
Made By: Bryanna Guerrero
Made By: Isabel Reynoso
Made By: Nathan Sierra
Work Done By: Alondra Chavez
Work Done By: Alin Garcia Bernal
Work Done By: Kara Yokoyama
Made By: Kara Yokoyama
Made By: Isaac Rivera
Made By: David Vergara
Happy Memorial Day !!
By: Ashley Calixto
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