The Vista View: Volume X, Issue V

JUNE 7, 2013

VOLUME IX, ISSUE V

VISTA MURRIETA HIGH SCHOOL

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Let’s highlight some of our graduates and their accomplishments here at Vista.

This is their last will and testament... in high school at least.

Seniors say thank you.

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE

Senior Events

Knotts, bowling, movies, oh my!

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Senior Features

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Senior Wills

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NEWS

Farewell

Anonymous last words to the Senior Class

T

he 2012-2013 school year has officially ended. For some, it has been a joyous hurrah to celebrate the end of a chapter in one’s life; for others, it has been a bittersweet journey to remind us of good times past, and events that will forever stay memories. No matter what, there is no force that can halt time, and graduation is going to happen.

The Vista View would like to extend a farewell that is filled with tears of joy, and not of regret.

A NIGHT TO REMEMBER - Goodtimes, memories, and fun were all had at the Marconi Auto Museum and accompinied by good music.

Prom 2013 “A night in Old Hollywood” was a classic masterpiece BAYLEI HARBOUR Advanced Staff Writer

It’s one of the most important nights of a girl’s life. Scrambling around to find the perfect dress, getting a limo, planning where to eat dinner and take pictures; so much planning all for this one night. It’s not her wedding night, it’s prom night.

This year, Vista Murrieta held our annual junior and senior prom at the Marconi Automotive Museum in Tustin, California. The theme was A Night In Old Hollywood, and what a night it was. There were a variety of decorations, but the most extravagant was the variety of cars, both old and new, lined up around the perimeter of the building and the dance floor. The cars were the icing on the cake for the venue, tying the theme and venue together well.

When you walked through the doors, you were greeted by the bump of loud music and the laughing and chattering voices of your peers.

Derek Vergara, 11, said, “Prom night was a one of a kind experience with the flashy cars and upbeat music. A night in old Hollywood is a

night I definitely won’t forget. The dance floor was decorated with a variety of colors, coming from the girl’s dresses of course, with a classic black suit as a companion.”

Prom night is a very special and important night for every school, and from talking to various people it sounds like it was a memorable and successful night.

Sierra Hawkes, 11, said , “Prom was the most amazing night of my life because I spent it with the most amazing person.”

All who helped make the night a smashing success deserve a big thank you, because without them it wouldn’t have been pulled off. Even guests of our dance from different schools had nothing but kind words to say about the dance.

Andrea Vidal, a senior from Chapparal High School said, “The DJ was great and everybody seemed to be having an amazing time, I know I did.”

A Night in Old Hollywood Prom 2013 was a success. From the dancing, to the food, to all the beautiful cars, this night will be remembered by juniors and seniors in the many years to come.

It will be a sobering phenomenon to not see many of you on the campus next year. However, even if your impact upon this school was not symbolized by a banner in the gym or a trophy in a case, your marks have been left behind as evidence of the existence of a meaningful and lasting high school career.

The campus was and will forever be changed by your actions and decisions, here, at this school.

The current Bronco student body cannot be replicated under any circumstance.

The seniors have taught us that no challenge or obstacle is insurmountable as long as one has the drive to conquer it. I speak for all of the future Bronco graduates when I say that we will miss you all, and we wish you the best in your futures.

Stay C.L.A.S.S.Y Broncos

Senior Knott’s Trip a roller-coaster of fun in the California sun ALEXANDRIA WALKER Staff Writer

The Class of 2013 went to Knott’s Berry Farm to have a fun and exhilarating time with friends. Short lines and cool weather made a much easier way to ride every ride and enjoy the park; many of the seniors had a great time. It was the perfect day to go because underclassmen were occupied with state testing, which made it a great day for seniors to take time out of school. While the thrill rides and entertaining shows were a great attraction, a great way to relax after so many rides was the fantastic food. Although pricey, many of the students had no trouble treating themselves to a funnel cake or other sweet treat.

“My favorite ride at Knott’s is now definitely the accelerator, It was my first time riding it today but it was freaking fast,” explained Deana Richardson 12.

Having our own charter busses definitely

up’d the trips being able to ride comfortably and many of the seniors enjoyed their day being able to take off of school and just hang out with friends as the last few months of senior year slide.

“I had a super fun time. It being a school event I’m glad I was able to go with these weirdo’s. My highlight of Knott’s was probably the funnel cake it was so good,” explained Loretta Campos 12. There are many things to do at Knotts for those who aren’t into rides as well.

“My highlight of the senior Knotts trip was persuading my friend Katie to go on two rollercoasters and actually like them. I had a blast,” said Amanda Layton 12

Going to Knott’s was great for many seniors because no one had to worry about any classes. It relieved much of the anxiety that was built over the final year of high school. Even though everyone will be splitting ways after high school, some going to college

others to work, Knott’s was a great way to ensure that the senior class remembers each other. The entire trip built memories that will, hopefully, last forever.

“I really love that I got on all the rollercoasters with no lines, it was awesome,” said Cara Lawless.

Overall, many of the senior enjoyed a day full of fun and excitement while making memories to last.

Photo by Alexandria Walker

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Alyse Whitaker: Chad Shini: From the classroom Acadmeic All to the bandroom, retrospective League top player

Photo byTasjohnlee Hawthorne

HANGING OUT- Shini shows his fun side by hanging on a tree branch on the Vista Murrieta campus Photo by Tasjohnlee Hawthorne

SMILE- Whitaker out of uniform under the warm California sun, enjoying VMHS’ green scenery AUBREE VANDERHOEVEN Staff Writer

From the court to the classroom, senior Alyse Whitaker has made her talents known throughout the school. She was the top senior for Vista Murrieta’s 2012 Volleyball team and was awarded for academics by receiving the award for Academic All-League 2012. Whitaker has proven that balancing school and sports is very possible.

“I really had to overcome learning how to balance volleyball, friends, school and sleep,” explained Whitaker. “It was hard to give up doing things with my friends because I had a tournament that day and not being able to be on other sports teams at VMHS.” Whitaker has earned many accolades by playing volleyball in high school. She was the 2012 league MVP and ranked top 50 in Volleyball Magazine Top 50 Players list. Also, she was placed on the leading high school sports website, Maxpreps, AllCalifornia Team for volleyball. Among many other accomplishments, Whitaker has proven her talents and passion in volleyball. “ W h e n I started playing volleyball, I knew that it was something that I wanted to do for a long time,” said Whitaker. “It was something that I absolutely fell in love with. It’s been a journey and I know that it’s a sport that I’ll play for the rest of my life.”

W h i t a k e r’ s future is very bright; she plans on furthering her success in college and starting a career doing what she loves.

“My future plans are starting July 1st at Duke University where I am going to play volleyball.

I want to get my education and plan on becoming a Coach, wife and a mother,” explained Whitaker.

With volleyball, academics, and leadership Whitaker has left a positive mark on Vista Murrieta and she hopes to continue with type of success throughout her life.

“I just hope that people remember me positively and that I follow my dreams and set goals that I strive to achieve,” said Whitaker.

“It was something that I absolutely fell in love with. It’s been a journey [...] it’s a sport that I’ll play for the rest of my life,” - Whitaker

AUBREE VANDERHOEVEN Staff Writer Senior Chad Shini has always had a passion for band; this past year, he became a head Drum Major along with three other stellar individuals.

Shini has helped Vista Murrieta’s Marching Band have a very successful season.

“Our band won the marching band open championships this season,” said Shini. “It was one of the biggest accomplishments that came out of my senior year.”

Shini began his high school band career by playing the french horn three years ago and since then, he has increased his talent. Prior to playing the french horn in high school, Shini played the trumpet for four years.

Band has occupied a large part in his

life for many years, and through it, friends and life lessons have been acquired, both of which he hopes to carry on with him.

“What I’m going to miss the most about band is the relationships that I got through the program,” explained Shini. “I made really close friends through the years; band is a family.”

As such a tight knit group, band has accomplished many things together. During the 2012-2013 season, Vista Murrieta’s Marching Band won the MBOS Championship, one of the premier band competitions in the region, for the third year in a row. Also, Vista Murrieta’s concert band went to the regional festival, the highest level of concert band competition, for the first time in the school’s history. After succeeding in so many competitions, Shini now focuses his attention towards his future “My future goals are to study biochemistry,” said Shini. “Also, I will, hopefully, continue to play music on the side.”

Throughout high school, Shini has become a leader in both marching band and concert band.

He hopes to be successful in his future education and continue his passion for music after he graduates.

Courtesy of VMHS Band

MAJORS- Shini and Christian Ovies and the assitant drum majors.

Alexis Rivas the senior that never rests

Photo by Studio 94

NO FOULS- Rivas dribbles the ball along the court with fans and team cheering her on from the sidelines ZEPORAH BUTLER Staff Writer

Alexis Rivas, 12, has been playing basketball since she was seven years old, and has accomplished much since those humble beginnings. Rivas played basketball here at Vista Murrieta for all four of her high school years

“My senior year was a memorable experience.

There were different events in my high school life that I won’t forget. I love that our team was able to set new records, and it was amazing to be a part of a winning team,” said Rivas.

Rivas retains much pride in her team and

being a part of school history. Rivas will continue to follow basketball wherever it will take her after high school. She plans to go to college and play for a team.

Rivas has elected to lean heavily on basketball while deciding what career she would like to pursue after her college education.

“I’m planning to go to Mira Costa and play ball for them with pride,” said Rivas.

Rivas has come to appreciate her former and current teammates that spanned her high school career.

Many of her favorite moments were spent with them on the basketball court.

She leans on them for support just as they rely on her for help no matter what life throws at them.

Rivas encourages her teammates to succeed in their studies so that they can avoid the common obstacles that many students encounter throughout their education.

“My advice to the underclassmen is to not procrastinate in academics because it shows on the court and in everything else you do. Live life to the fullest but not foolishly; keep your head up and always focus on the number-one issues,”said Rivas.

“Live life to the fullest but not foolishly; keep your head up and always focus on the number-one issues,” - Rivas

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Colin Megnin, Captain of the water

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NO I IN TEAM- Megnin overcomes several obstacles this year with the 2012-2013 boys water polo team.

SHEBANET’TE TERRY Staff Writer

This year, the Broncos had a very succesful spring season in boys water polo, despite lacking a large portion of last year’s team that had graduated.

However, through senior Colin Megnin’s fierce dedication and leadership, he made sure that the Broncos would prevail and come out on top.

Megnin started out in water polo his freshman year and made Varsity three years in a row.

Megnin is known as the team’s 2 meter offense and the best at it. The boys managed to come in and place in league finals despite a minor losing slump early in the season.

“Returning as the only varsity member and starting out with a new team was my greatest challenge, and also trying to become league champions again after losing so many people,” said Megnin.

Since the boys won a league championship last year, Megnin felt that there was no reason to not make an appearance this year.”(The best part of this year has been) the family aspect of the whole team and knowing that we all had to work really hard to achieve our full potential like last year,” Megnin said.

Being that water polo is a team sport, Megnin has a great appreciation for his teammates and is looking forward to a three-year scholarship in ASU and to study Pre-Med in this upcoming Fall.

“Returning as the only varsity member and starting out with a new team was my greatest challenge, and also trying to become league champions again after losing so many people,” - Megnin

Cristian Ovies hardworking in band

Photo by Tasjohnlee Hawthorne TROPHY- Ovies holds his champion’s trophy for 2013 ZEPORAH BUTLER Staff Writer Vista Murrieta’s band is a hardworking organization of the highest degree because of individuals like Cristian Ovies, 12. Ovies is one of four Drum Majors for Vista Murrieta’s Marching band; he was also Principle Clarinetist for the schools top ranked Wind Ensemble. Ovies has helped many people get on the right track to succeed in marching band.

“As a Drum Major, one of my main obstacles was working with people,” said Ovies. “Many times, I came across people who didn’t necessarily “buy in” to the program in which they are a part of. These are the people that I had to constantly push to get them to the next step, and, ultimately, where they needed to be to succeed.”

Ovies has had a very successful four years of high school in academics and band. With such a competitive band program Drum Major is a very big honor and he achieved this title because of the passion and dedication he has for band.

“Without any doubt in my mind, the marching band and instrumental music department here at Vista Murrieta has made me the person and

student I am today,” said Ovies. “Marching band gave me a place to belong, people to be friends with, relationships to last a life time. Additionally, marching band taught me leadership and music skills.”

Being successful in high school has set Ovies up for a very bright future in band and education.

He will be attending DePaul University on a full ride scholarship this coming fall.

“At DePaul University, I will be double majoring in Biological Sciences and Clarinet Music Performance.

I plan to become either a neurologist or oncologist and play music on the side as a hobby,” said Ovies.

Ovies has an exciting future ahead but there will be many things he will miss about high school.

“I will definitely miss the people and relationships I have built during my four years here,” explained Ovies. “Many of these people have changed my life for the better and have impacted me in ways I never thought imaginable (shout-out to Mr. Bean, Mr. Wade, and Mr. Levine).”

Ovies has shown the positive affects from doing something you love. After graduating, he has a very successful future ahead of him.

Courtesy of VMHS Golden Alliance

FUN POSE- Ovies and company hold up a fun pose at a VMHS game.

Brooks has his future on the right track

Photo by Studio 94

PERSERVERANCE- Brooks has come a long way since his freshman year, while breaking and setting new school records in the process.

AUBREE VANDERHOEVEN Staff Writer

Deondre Brooks, 12, started his high school career with track. Brooks broke school records for the boys track team and set new records. Many people came to see Brooks run in track meets. Brooks created memories that will last for life.

“My favorite memory from high school is going to state last year. It was a great experience to be with my friends. It was fun to make it that far with my friends,” said Brooks.

Brooks showed tremendous effort in track by breaking records and accomplishing his goal of going to state. Being with his friends is when he had the most fun in track. Brooks gave his best in track and it showed in his race. Brooks didn’t really have the diet of an athlete.

“Don’t give up because if the person next to you can do it then that means you can do it too. Stay strong and eat whatever you feel like. I know I did,” said Brooks.

After high school Brooks wants to go to college. His plan is to go to a two year college to run track, then transfer.

Brooks believes education is highly important and that everyone should go farther with school.

“A f t e r high school I’m going to Riverside C o m m u n i t y College, to run for their track team.

Then transfer to a four year university and continue to run track. Then after college just live my life,” said Brooks.

B r o o k s stayed focus on his academics and in track. Starting from his freshmen year he had always wanted to go to state. Going to state for Brooks was one of his personal goals. Brooks explained that making it to state was his senior moment.

“When I went to state and showed how much I improved since my freshmen year was a great feeling. Me making it to state showed how I worked my butt off. I believe anyone can go to state if they work hard at it,” said Brooks.

“Don’t give up because if the person next to you can do it then that means you can do it too. stay strong and eat whatever you like. I know I did” - Brooks

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FEATURES Nick Sun just keeps swimming to UCSD

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Joyce Hu balanc- Endless opperes more than just tunities from books and flags schools for Terri ZEPORAH BUTLER Staff Writer

Photo by Tasjohnlee Hawthorne

POOLSIDE- Sun catches rays for that summer look.

SHEBANET’TE TERRY Staff Writer

This year the boys swim team had a great season especially with senior Nick Sun. Sun who has been swimming since he was only ten has now earned himself a spot on UCSD’s campus as a upcoming student, which only has a 35.5% acceptance rate. Sun has been on varsity all four years of his high school career. Sun also became captain of the swim team his junior and senior year.

Sun competes in many of the races such as the 50m freestyle, 100 free, 200 free, 200 IM, and much more.

Sun described his greatest challenge as “trying to be a good leader and as being captain of the team I have to set a good example to everyone.”

Sun also stated that “knowing you did everything you could especially at league finals is my greatest reward, especially at league finals because it was the first time I got a P.R (personal record) in the year.”

Sun has decided to become a Triton this fall and to walk-on to UCSD’s swim team. Sun also plans to major in bio-chemistry. Although swim is an individual sport, Sun said the thing he enjoys the most is “all the memories we made and just competing with them and being on the same team with all of them.” There’s no doubt there is going to be success in Sun’s future.

Joyce Hu, 12, is ending her senior year and is excited to move on, but the leaving is bittersweet because she’s getting older and leaving special friends behind, at the same time ready to move on with her life.

Hu has so many positive memories from the past years. Her favorite moment this year was winning MOBS championships for the third year in a row. There was nothing quite like the feeling she felt when she and her teammates realized their goal.

Her absolute favorite part of color guard is that she loves being with friends and that the bonds she created with these individuals can’t be undone.

Hu is goal-oriented and looks to the future with a plan.

“I will attain UCSD for undergrad in Pharmacology. I want to do well in college. I know it won’t be easy but I will try,” said Hu.

Due to Hu’s work in color guard and academics she is moving on to a top college. She is striving to be on top and balancing education.

Hu encourages everyone around her to do well.

“My advice to the next students after me is learn to balance school, extra curriculars, and a social life effectively,” said Hu.

Photo by Tasjohnlee Hawthorne

AROUND CAMPUS- Hu smiles away in the East Hall

Photo by Tasjohnlee Hawthorne

HOTSHOT- Broughton had 17.78 yards per catch per game.

SHEBANET’TE TERRY Staff Writer

This year Broncos had a successful year in football, and now many successful seniors will be leaving and achieving beyond the gates of VMHS.

Senior Treshoun Broughton has become extremely successful as cornerback playing as #3 this year. He transferred last year as a junior and he became a great contribution to the team. He has gotten many offers from colleges, such as New Mexico State, Nebraska State, and even the famous Oregon State.

Broughton has decided to be an official Bulldog and in February he signed for Fresno State. But with great stats, of course numerous colleges are going to want him. Broughton has stats of 14.5 receiving yards, 37 tackles, and 17.78 yards per catch for every game.

Broughton said, “(my greatest reward throughout my high school years) is making it to CIF three years in a row and winning a championship in my previous school also (Tustin high school).” He also stated that the thing he enjoys the most is “competing, with his team and trying to get better every day,” plain and simple.

Broughton coming in as a transfer truly stood out, and now this Bronco will soon become a Fresno State Bulldog.

Kendra Knaus: The senior who runs against Parkinson’s AUBREE VANDERHOEVEN Staff Writer

Photo by Studio 94

DETERMINATION- Knaus running despite obstacles

Kendra Knaus, 12, has proven to herself and her team mates that giving up is never an option.

Knaus has run cross country since her freshmen year and recently finished her fourth and final year. She has always kept running even when obstacles got in her way.

“There are many obstacles that set me apart from everyone else on the team,” said Knaus. “My sophomore year I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and running became a struggle for me. But, at the same time, it got me through the rough days.

Running is what gave me hope to keep pushing on.”

Even with Parkinson’s disease, Knaus kept pushing on. She never let anything stop her from continuing her passion. Knaus ran every race that she could and finished each one with everything she had. At the beginning of her senior year Knaus was determined to race each race and finish strong each time, not letting any obstacles get in her way.

“My number one accomplishment was finishing every single race that I raced in cross country my senior year,” said Knaus.

Knaus’ senior year of cross country started and ended with speed. Knaus finished top seven in the first junior varsity league meet of the 2012 cross country season and continued strong all the way to league finals. She represented the team by her positive outlook and will to always work hard. She has proven the positive effect that cross country has had on her life and how much she enjoys every practice and race.

“Cross country, to me, means

happiness, dedication, and family,” explained Knaus. “The cross country team is a family.”

In the future, Knaus hopes to go to college for a degree in kinesiology and become a sports nutritionist. She also hopes to continue running and one day complete a marathon.

Knaus has proven that no matter how hard life can get giving up is never an option; she represents that dedication and positivity can help anyone achieve their biggest goals in life.

“My sophomore year I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and running became a struggle for me. But, at the same time, it got me through the rough days. Running is what gave me hope to keep pushing on.” - Knaus

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Solis chooses USF for Track/Field Rivera defines

Photo by Aubree Vanderhoeven

TRUE CHAMPIONS- Solis wears his Varsity letters with pride.

SHEBANET’TE TERRY Staff Writer

Senior Omar Solis represents and is the definition of a great athlete in boys cross country.

Every year he seemed to improve his running skills drastically, every track meet every week.

In 2011 Solis started competing in the boy’s

three mile cross country race and earning a 15:59.00.

Later he realized he wanted to compete in the 1600m, 800m, and 3200m in the track and field program.

Solis went to the state championship in Fresno along with good friend Porter Reddish in the 800m.

Since both of these sports are very hard, even the best athletes don’t have it easy. The weather can play a huge role in the outcome of a race, no matter how prepared the athlete.

“Running in the heat... Those hot days when you want to go home during a workout [but you stay]... really hard,” said Solis as he described his greatest challenge in practices during the week.

Throughout his years, Solis has had many acheivements. Earlier this year Solis competed in the Adidas meet of championships Distance Classic. Not only was he in the top 5 in that meet, but he also ran his fastest time ever with a 4:13.71 in the 1600m.

But when asked his greatest accomplishment he stated, “placing 4th in the state meet as a team.”

He enjoys “finishing those hard but good races.”

Every athlete loves that feeling of accomplishment after every race.

Solis has an extremely bright future and is looking forward to his college career.

Solis said, “I’m attending USF [University of San Francisco] [in this upcoming fall] for Cross Country and Track and field,” and Solis plans to study and major in kinesiology [study of the human body].

Solis is a great example to all Broncos and he will be missed by many of his fellow Broncos.

Cochran goes from VMHS to Davis

Photo by Michael Arellano

LADY BRONCOS- Cochran looks forward to taking her love for softball from the field at VMHS to UC Davis.

AUBREE VANDERHOEVEN Staff Writer Senior Phalen Cochran is a starring player on the Vista Murrieta Varsity softball team. She and her team just finished a strong season and Cochran proved her talents as starting third baseman.

“Softball is really important to me,” explained Cochran. “It’s been my whole life ever since I could remember.”

Vista Murrieta’s softball team finished league with seven wins and only three losses.

Cochran finished the season with a .226 batting average and a .868 field percentage, according to high school sporting website Maxpreps.

With so much success on the field Cochran has big plans for the future.

“My biggest accomplishment this year was committing to UC Davis,” said Cochran. “I raised

my GPA and worked harder than I did early in high school so I was able to get into the college I wanted to.”

Cochran hopes to bring her future college what she has taken from high school and to continue playing the sport she loves.

“I will miss how easy going high school is and everyone here,” said Cochran.

“But I am happy to be going to UC Davis to play softball for four years. I then hope to graduate from UC Davis and find a job I enjoy doing.”

Cochran hopes she leaves high school with people remembering her for not only her talents on the field but also for being who she is and her positive attitude towards life.

“I hope people remember me as a good teammate and a good friend. And also as someone to look up to,” said Cochran.

“Softball is really important to me.

It’s been my whole life since I could remember,” - Cochran

leadership as cheer captain

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READY TO COMMIT- Rivera rocks the CBU lingo proudly, excited to attend California Baptist University.

ZEPORAH BUTLER Staff Writer

Raven Rivera, 12, started Cheer at the age of seven and that was just the beginning. Rivera came to Vista to Cheer in high school, but she never thought she would come out of camp as a captain of the Cheer squad.

“My favorite moment in Cheer was when they told me I was to become Cheer captain. I was so excited. It was a lot a responsibility for me to carry,” said Rivera.

Rivera enjoyed her senior year as a cheer leader. She said that this year was amazing and she knows that all good things have to end at some point. Rivera showed hard work in practice in her performances with her teammates. “ M y advice to the lower class is to make school their number one [priority] and enjoy high school because it goes by so fast.

And don’t lose yourself in the “in crowds” because it’s not worth it.

Stay strong for yourself,” said Rivera.

Rivera tries to encourage everyone around her with a good attitude and postive energy.

After high school she will be attending California Bapist University.

“I’m going to college to become an Equestrian Veterinarian. I want to make sure I do well in college just like I did here at Vista Murrieta. It will be the same but it will be different,” said Rivera.

“My advice to the lower class is to make school their number one priority. Don’t lose yourself in the “in crowds” because it’s not worth it. Stay strong for yourself,” - Rivera

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Ni goes far and beyond high school expectations

Photo by Farid Ganime

LOOKING SHARP- Ni looks the part as top student.

FARID GANIME News Editor

Alexander Ni is the 2013 class valedictorian. With a GPA of 4.63 he will be attending an Ivy League, Cornell University in the fall. His achievements spread beyond the classroom and his influence has led others to follow on the same path to a very successful high school career. His name will be hung on a banner for future classes to see, and will forever be part of the campus at Vista Murrieta. It seems that Ni can be used as a reference or even a goal for what it means to be a high school scholar.

“4.63. It represents the results of my four years of hard work. Personally, I’ve always tried to focus on my own work and doing the best that I can.

It doesn’t help if you’re always worried/concerned about pushing that GPA as high as possible. At the end of the day, it's just a number. When you take care of your work seriously, the results will follow,” Ni stated.

Ni understands the true value of hard work, a term that defines his character. Some of us are smart, some of us are hard workers. Ni is both. He took his

natural talent and applied it to the real world. He was not afraid to use a little elbow grease to make sure that his future would be solid. Many hear from their teachers, friends, and family that hard work is something to be cherished, but as it seems many do not apply themselves like Ni. Having a full commitment to education is so important and valedictorian Ni is the perfect example; he exemplifies the advice that many are given, that the key to success is hard work.

“Oh man, there are so many extra-curricular activities that have been essential in my high school experience.

I’ve had an enjoyable high school experience, being involved in the marching band, tennis team, service clubs, and academic groups on campus.

A couple favorites of mine are the Science Olympiad, Solar Army, and Explorers Program. Both Science Olympiad and Solar Army are sciencebased groups that have helped nurture my interest towards the scientific field. Explorers (where we teach students at a local elementary school) has been great, being able to give back to the community in Murrieta by fostering young minds to be open towards different subjects and all the while captivating their imagination,” said Ni.

His commitment not just to himself but to the community only furthers why the underclassmen should look up to Ni. It is quite astonishing that Ni can do so much in the short twenty-fours of the day; he makes other’s schedule shy in comparison.

His dedication to science goes beyond himself; he

helps those that need help and also teaches those who would like to enter the scientific field as they get older. A good leader must be more than just a smart man with good ideas, a good leader must be like Ni and actually accomplish those great ideas and lead by example.

“I’m not going to sugarcoat anything. It always takes hard work. We all know it. There is no secret shortcut or study method that only a select few know about that allow them to excel. Nor is there a one-shot technique to success.

For everyone there is a different method that they discover and use to achieve the goals they set. I suggest that you find your passion and align your interests.

Focus when you need to focus, party when you can party. Don’t get too caught up in the present, have a little vision and scope for the big picture,” is Ni’s advice to underclassmen.

High school is all about the choices one makes. Ni made ones that improved his academic career while some make choices to improve other aspects of life. There is no wrong answer, but that path that Ni took seems to be the one that lands you ahead of the curve.

The one that makes you valedictorian, essentially the best scholar at Vista Murrieta.

“I’m going to miss Vista Murrieta High School. It’s been an incredible journey with all of the places I’ve been and all the people I’ve been blessed to know. The fact that I’m leaving hasn’t fully settled in just yet, but I’m thankful that I’ve had the opportunity to be a part of this amazing culture and community. I wish everyone the best in all of their endeavors for the future.”

“I suggest that you find your passion and align your interests. Focus when you need to focus, party when you can party. Don’t get too caught up in the present, have a little vision and scope for the big picture,” - Ni

Chapman pursues career Nguyen advises graduatin video gaming industry ing seniors to live life fully

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BIG DREAMS- Chapman envisions a bright future ahead of him.

LAUREN HORTON Staff Writer

In a world becoming more and more technological, gaming is an industry which entices some young people looking for a career in computers. Dalton Chapman, 12, hopes to follow the path of a video game designer after graduating high school.

Chapman first became interested in gaming while playing Crash Bandicoot with his dad and older brother. Now he enjoys World of Warcraft, Smite, and Guild Wars 2.

“Gaming has given

me an outlet for all sorts of venting that I would have gotten in trouble for if I did it in real life. Also when I was growing up I didn’t really have any friends. So when I would turn on my games and play them, I wouldn’t feel so lonely and it would make me feel better,” said Chapman.

The gaming industry offers a fun job creating a way to share this outlet. Chapman hopes to get a job with Blizzard Entertainment, the creators of some of his favorite games.

“My favorite part of gaming is being able to interact with a whole world that is inside the game. Unlike movies and books, you are in control and you decide how things happen. To me that is just a magical thing,” said Chapman.

Choosing a favorite character proved to be harder, but Ryu embodies perseverance and hard work, attributes Chapman values highly. He enjoys games most while playing with two of his closest friends.

“I have met some of the coolest people I have ever known through gaming. So do not judge people just because they are gamers and spend a lot of time on games. Gamers are some of the nicest people out there,” stated Chapman.

“So do not judge people just because they are gamers,” Chapman

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TRUE BRONCO- Nguyen wears his Activities Director shirt with pride.

MARY ANNE ESCARO Staff Writer

Hien Nguyen, VMHS’s activities director as well as the former Link Crew advisor and a former math teacher, has done a great job contributing everything he can to the campus and school’s activities. Though he is a very busy man, he continues to help many of the students who need him.

“Being the school’s activities director is a combination of joy, satisfaction, challenge and exhaustion,” said Nguyen.

Although he is now the

school’s activities director, Nguyen is very proud of the growth and improvement in this year’s Link Crew.

He is also proud of Mrs. Parson’s commitment to Link Crew; he says it is rewarding to know he does not have to be worried about overseeing the program. Nguyen says it is rewarding to see freshmen understand and appreciate improvement and progress.

“My favorite moments at Vista are being able to witness someone grow or seeing himself grow and make mistakes, but build relationships along the way,” said Nguyen.

Nguyen has been working at Vista for 6 years. Over the sixteen years of teaching in various high schools, Nguyen says that Vista Murrieta is the best one. He has no plans on leaving anytime soon.

“A small message for the seniors is to live life each day like your last and treat people like your own daughter or family,” said Nguyen. “Life does not stop, so keep pushing.”

Nguyen has had several seniors in his Algebra l and Algebra ll classes before, and believes he has a good bond with many of them. He is very proud of the graduating seniors.

“Treat people like your own daughter or family,” - Nguyen

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Stein bids farewell and wishes Rosas pushes goodluck to the seniors of 2013 past limits and gains leadership

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MORE THAN A COACH- Stein pushes all of his students to succeed, both in and outside of the classroom as well as off of the court.

MARY ANNE ESCARO Staff Writer

Brad Stein, English teacher and tennis coach of VMHS enjoyed a year with the 2013 senior class.

His bonds with the senior students this year has been very great, and he believes that they will succeed far beyond graduation.

“I very much think they will succeed after they graduate high school,” said Stein, “We teachers and coaches have given them the tools to succeed, and majority of them are ready. I look forward to seeing them in a few years to see how well they’re doing.”

Stein describes the year of the 2013 seniors as a rollercoaster, having it’s fair share of ups and downs. He believes that some days the seniors are more like freshmen, and some days they can be just amazing. But regardless of that, he is proud of each and every student. His favorite moment with the seniors is when his senior tennis players invited their parents to their last home match. Stein has enjoyed many events with the seniors this year.

“The seniors are very mature. They can handle my crazy sense of humor,” Stein said, “They understand what a work ethic is. They are a funny crowd to be around.”

His last advice for the seniors is to work hard, save your money, don’t buy anything with credit, never burn bridges with your employers, and always do the right thing.

His last advice for the seniors is to work hard, save your money, don’t buy anything with credit, never burn bridges with your employers, and always do the right thing.

Brewer says goodbye to his high school friends and hello to Cancun KRISTINA MAWBEY Staff Writer

Aaron Thomas Brewer,12, a senior at Vista Murrieta High School, isn’t ready to say goodbye to his teachers and friends. Senior year was Brewer’s favorite year and part of him wants to start a different type of life after high school and the other part just doesn’t want to leave all the friends he’s made at Vista.

“I am definitely going to miss my friends because I’ll probably never see them again.”

Some seniors are excited, some are afraid, and some have mixed emotions about graduating and starting over. But before turning a new leaf, Brewer goes back and thinks about some of his favorite moments during his senior year.

“This is the first year I’ve come to a dance and the fact that I didn’t have to take the CST was pretty awesome.”

Brewer had some pretty good moments during his senior year, but there are also a few things he would have done differently.

“Oh hecks to the yes! I would have studied more, I would have taken the SAT sooner and multiple times.”

Most senior graduates start applying for colleges and think about what they want to major in and all that good stuff. But that is not the case for Brewer, he has a slightly different vision for his future.

“I am going to Cancun, Mexico on a missionary trip with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, for two years and after I comeback I will start applying to colleges and major in micro-biology to become a physicians assistant.”

Brewer has figured out what he’s going to do after graduation and he’s not wasting any second of his future.

“I am going to Cancun, Mexico on a missionary trip with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, for two years and after I comeback I will start applying to colleges and major in micro biology to become a physicians assistant.” - Brewer

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SISTER, SISTER- Rosas and sister, Katie, at the senior farewell rally.

EMILY ANNE ESPINOSA Life Editor

Christina Rosas, 12, has found a second home with Vista Murrieta’s AF JROTC.

“It [JROTC] definitely has more of a community feeling than any other program in the school,” stated Rosas.

Through becoming involved in JROTC, Rosas has found a family, from the cadets she’s been working with since freshman year, the color guard team she has performed and trained, to the underclassmen she interacted with as an officer her senior year. Entering her senior year, Rosas went in as a Sr MSgt, one of the highest ranks available in the enlisted ranks, to becoming an 2nd Lt. Officer shortly after second semester as working as JROTC’s Historian, former Senior NCO, and Liaison for the Senior NCO Council.

“JROTC was there to help me. Seriously, if I had quit freshmen year, or if I had gotten kicked out, I would probably be one of those kids who came (to school) at 7:30 and left at 2:30. Just not really caring, not doing anything outside of class,” shared Rosas.

With JROTC, Rosas would have been a different person. Even now, as a senior anticipating graduation, the important thing pushing her to get through these final weeks of school is her commitment to JROTC. JROTC has affected her personal values, improved her character, and made an impact on her future by helping her prepare for a future in the armed services.

“I want to say thank you to MSgt and Col, for believing in me after everything that I had done.

And for Dom and Carlos who’ve pushed me to be who I now believe that I am, and not that kid that just messes up. I’m happy to be involved in the unit.

This [JROTC] is going to be the biggest thing that I’m going to miss after graduation and leaving,” stated Rosas.

Getting where she is today hasn’t been easy.

Throughout her first four years in high school, Rosas has faced several challenges. While she was delayed several promotions due to those challenges, she successfully managed to hit all of the enlisted ranks (E-1 to E-9), to the exception of E-9 (where there is only one E-9 in JROTC each year) before becoming an Officer her senior year. In order to push past these limits, she has her friends to thank. Due to the support of her closest friends and biggest role models, Carlos Nava, Kelsey Hoogeboom, and Dominic Parisi, Rosas has been able to evolve beyond the challenges she had to face.

Carlos Nava, one of Rosas’s biggest supporters and boyfriend, stated that “You always find a gem among the rocks when it comes to leadership. And I just have to say that she [Rosas] really has become that gem among leadership, even though she’s had the hardest time. She’s also become one of the most powerful leaders.”

Forrester says thanks to friends LAUREN HORTON Staff Writer

They say that family is all you need in life. But friends, those people you can laugh with, cry with, and grow with, become more special and more supportive as one faces graduation and the rest of their lives.

Friends are the people who can hold your hand when Mommy and Daddy cannot take care of you anymore. To Thomas Forrester, 12, friendship is the most important aspect of life.

“Friendship to me is doing the things that make you happy with the people that you love and not having regrets doing them,” Forrester said. “I care about my friends the most because no matter what they always find a way to make me die laughing.”

Life is tough. Seniors face graduation, self sufficiency, and the unique problems which can make or break them as they fly the nest. Being able to laugh, to forget the pain for a while and make light of a dark situation is an important quality of friendship.

Forrester said, “The best part about friendship to me is the fact that I could literally do anything with my friends and we can just capitalize on that, like when these two (Dalton Chapman and Brodie Williams) come over we can do the stupidest things and laugh at that for an hour. And then right after that someone will say something else and then we’re laughing again.”

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Hipp gives final words of Williams advice to the senior class handles life

True friends love you for who you are... They change your life for the better.

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DRESSING THE PART- Hipp takes part outside of the classroom as well.

CIANNA SANFORD Staff Writer

Sunny Hipp, English teacher, has been working at Vista Murrieta for nine years now and still finds something new to enjoy every year.

This year, she worked closely with the graduating class and describes it as a roller coaster ride.

“The ride, despite its twists, turns, ups, downs and everything else, it is undeniably fun and worth going on again--even if it causes you great nervousness and stress,” she said after asked how she would describe the year.

Hipp teaches senior English as

well as Cinema as Literature and CSU Expo.

She hopes her seniors take away better communication skills from her classes, as well as fun memories and a few good laughs.

One of her favorite memories is their 1984 musical that all her classes rehearsed and performed for both WASC and Steve Rausa, Dean of Discipline.

“Let’s just say it was too legit to quit,” she said.

What she enjoys most about working with the seniors, she says, is that they are beginning a very crucial phase of their life; they are becoming adults and starting their own independent lives.

“It’s exciting to see them find themselves and make plans for their future,” she said.

Hipp describes this class as very talented, gifted individuals with the full potential to go far in life.

Her advice to them is this: “Never stop being a student. Be a student of life! Make every experience an opportunity to learn something. Also, dance like no one is watching you.

Don’t do drugs! Smile as soon as you wake up in the morning. Exercise regularly because you’ll be amazed at what can happen to your peers in one decade; the 10 year reunion can be shocking. So, eat right, get plenty of sleep and do everything in moderation. I am serious about this--you’ll thank me later.”

As for next year’s graduating class, she said that hard work is the key.

“Nothing in this life is given to you- you have to earn it,” she said.

Like any other teacher, Hipp hopes to impart crucial life skills while also giving her students some memories to savor of their last year in high school. They will only graduate high school once and she hopes that when they do, they remember what she taught them, if nothing else.

as it comes

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SIMPLE- Williams seeks out a simple life, choosing to live stress-free.

LAUREN HORTON Staff Writer

Living in a nice house, driving a nice car, wearing nice clothes, and working at a nice job: the American dream is one of luxury and detail.

However, Brodie Williams, 12, aspires to pursue a much simpler, more carefree way of living following high school.

“I never really wanted a complex life. I just wanted to relax and not have too much stress,” Williams said.

Williams’ dream life includes a twobedroom apartment with sparse furniture and few personal belongings. He hopes one day to move to New Zealand, “a simple country.”

“When I looked around at all of the people who own all of these luxuries, they’re not happy with themselves,” Williams stated.

Williams finds happiness in his friends, computers, and music.

They are all he wants, and all he needs to enjoy life.

“Life is short; it’s not worth having all this stuff when you’re going to go eventually,” said Williams.

After graduation Williams hopes to attend college and become a software engineer. He plans to take life as it comes, one step at a time, letting memories happen rather than making them happen.

“Some want what I want, others don’t,” Williams stated, “We’re all the same creature, only society makes us “better” than one another.”

Pham leaves behind a legacy embodied by true talent

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HOLD YOUR APPLAUSE- Pham is a man of many talents.

AMANDA LAYTON Staff Writer

A student of true talent, senior Kei Pham will take his final steps upon the grounds of VMHS. Many accomplishments and life-changing experiences have crossed this Bronco’s path during these past four years that now prepare him for his new stride in life. Wanting to pursue a career in acting and songwriting, Pham looks at the steps that led him to his future.

“I wasn’t going to join choir, actually, when I started high school. A friend persuaded me and I’m glad he did. I met so many people who have become lifelong friends and gained leadership skills. It defi-

nitely prepared me for my career and helped me become who I am,” Pham said.

Especially during his senior year, Pham has played a significant role in both Choir and the Drama Department. Being in Choir for four years has led him to create new friendships, gain experience and find his goal in life. Also, he received the highest award for Choir at the VMHS C.L.A.S.S Awards for his highly succeeded accomplishments during his high school career. In Drama, he played both Tybalt in Romeo and Juliet and Beast in Beauty and the Beast, the role he had wanted to play since childhood.

“When I think of what I’ve done, I think of what I want to do for others. My goal is to follow my bliss. I want to affect others and inspire them to follow their dream. Doors can be opened for you, otherwise there would be no doors,” said Pham.

Pham spends much of his time trying his best not only to improve his own skills but to lend a hand to those wanting to pursue a similar dream as him. When he travelled to Texas to audition for NHC, National Honor Choir, he learned the signifi-

cant affect of people with the same goals coming together to make their dreams reality.

“I went in thinking I would be around choir geeks and people who were really nerdy about music but I met a variety of people with diverse personality and talent. I learned that talent is so recognized in a small town such as Murrieta. When someone is really good, everyone knows it. But it’s not like that in the real world or in large cities; everyone is good,” Pham said.

Being a part of NHC and experiencing the diverse talent of his peers pushed Pham to improve himself, especially concerning singing and songwriting. He began to challenge himself as he saw how competitive pursuing his career would be. Never ceasing to take his eye off the ball to success, Pham strives to be both a team player for others and a committed worker for his future. He will never forget the experiences that challenged him and made him who he is today: a strong leader.

“I’ve read somewhere…how important it is in life not necessarily to be strong but to feel strong,’” read Pham from one of his favorite novels, Into the Wild.

“ I want to affect others and inspire them to follow their dream,” Pham

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Olson says to follow your beliefs Cooper balances

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NO IDIOTS ALLOWED- Olson and the wall of his classroom.

CARA LAWLESS Editor-in-Chief

To many students, senior year is the most memorable. This is due, in part, to their teachers.

One such memorable teacher is David Olson, who teaches AP Government, and AP Psych, and also coaches Soccer, Football, and Track and Field.

Olson has worked at Vista for nine years, years that he says he has thoroughly enjoyed.

“I have lots of great memories, from this year and all the years I’ve been here. From athletic events to stuff that’s happened in the classroom to Coach Mac dancing in a bikini,” said Olson.

Olson balances teaching and coaching in a way that few teachers can manage. With such a lot on his plate, he says that being busy actually helps him work.

“There’s an old expression that if you want something done, you give it to a busy person. Being busy forces me to be organized. I have a lot of good help,” Olson said.

AP Government is only offered to 12th graders, meaning Olson spends most of his day with se-

niors. While it can be challenging, Olson enjoys their energy.

“I think it’s a really exciting time in [senior’s] lives, going off to college. Seniors seem to have a lot of energy. I really enjoy the energy that comes with the seniors,” said Olson.

While he’s sad to see his current students go, he’s excited at the prospect of next year’s group.

“I look forward to next year’s class, just like every class is similar in some ways and different in others, but it’s always fun to get new kids. I know a lot of the kids from athletics or other classes, so I’m looking forward to next year’s group,” Olson stated.

However, according to Olson, seniors in general have changed a lot since he began teaching.

He says that seniors today are more long-term goal oriented, and are more conscious of their actions in regards to the rest of the world.

“ I think in a lot of ways because of social media, [senior’s] are more aware of the outside world.

They’re more conscious of everybody else’s opinions, which I don’t know if it’s necessarily a good thing.

I think students now seem to be much more focused on long term goals, or more aware of their long term goals. There’s more seniors now who have a good idea of what they want to do, whether or not that will work out is different thing, but it doesn’t seem like eight or nine years ago everyone had such a detailed plan as they do now,” Olson said.

Olson has had quite a few words of wisdom for his classes throughout the year, but as seniors near graduation, he advises to believe in what they do.

“Everyone always tells graduates to do what they’re passionate about. I would maybe say ‘Do what you believe in’. Somebody wrote once that the only obligation you have in this lifetime is to be true to yourself. I think, you don’t want to spend your future doing something that you don’t feel good about. Find something you believe in, and the passion seems to come along with that,” said Olson.

“Find something you believe in, and the passion seems to come along with that,” - Olson

Hyde says final goodbye to seniors BAYLEI HARBOUR Advance Staff Writer

You’ve seen him in many different places, whether it’s in the classroom, on the basketball court, or even strutting his stuff in a small dress during a pep rally. Robert Hyde does many things on our campus, but one of his most important roles is his position as the senior class adviser. Alongside Letty Ochoa, Spanish teacher, Hyde has been working with the class of 2013 since they were freshman, watching them grow from babies into young adults. As a class adviser, Hyde’s position is to advise and encourage the kids to do the right thing, which clearly is an important role. Hyde is a special education teacher who decided to become a class adviser in order to branch out and get involved with more students on campus. Like any big job, however, it’s hard to work alone, which is why Hyde was paired up with Ochoa to take care of now graduating seniors.

When asked about how it was to work alongside Ochoa, Hyde had nothing but kind things to say. “She’s great! Shes the one who keeps me organized. She keeps every ‘I’ dotted and every ‘t’ crossed and it’s been a pleasure to work with her.”

There are pros and cons to every situation- even working with seniors. “The benefits are that I got to see a group of kids develop from scared freshman into young adults. They come to me and show me their college acceptance letters and every great thing

they’re doing. The downside is there is a lot of senioritis. You hear a lot of ‘I’m done’ but really, we aren’t done just yet.” Senioritis is something that will infect every high school student at some point during their twelfth grade year, so who can blame the seniors.

Like everyone else who knows a senior this year who will be graduating very soon, Hyde is going to miss many things about the kids he’s worked with.

“I’m going to miss the updates, and hearing the things that they’re doing. They’re just a great group, every day it’s something new and something better and I’m really going to miss those positive updates.” Watching these kids grow up, one can’t help but get attached to them, so one can only imagine how our class advisers will feel when they’re gone.

Hyde has done an excellent job at advising and guiding our seniors to success. When asked if he will ever take on the role of a class adviser in the future, Hyde responded with, “Absolutely! I’ll have to take some time off though, haha! It’s a choice, there’s a lot of stuff to do.”

With graduation creeping up on the senior class quickly, we can’t help but be proud of them for accomplishing all that they have in these past four years. Those accomplishments are looked at and praised by all who has witnessed them.

“They’re just a great group, every day it’s something new and something better and I’m really going to miss those positive updates,” - Hyde

leadership roles

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KEEPING IT TOGETHER- Cooper took on new opportunities and proved to be successful.

ALEJANDRA FUENTES Viewpoint Editor

Four year of success and dedication is what Brianna Cooper, 12, is leaving behind as she graduates from Vista Murrieta High School and heads off to a new journey and works her way into more successful and wonderful things.

Cooper has been on the Water Polo team for four years and she admits, “I knew nothing about water polo, but I tried it and ended up falling in love with it.” And to no surprise, Cooper’s love for Water Polo has made her reach high levels of success. Cooper was one of the Water Polo Captains her senior year along with Logan Young and she explained that, “Water Polo has taught me to always try and be a better version of myself.”

But Cooper’s achievements do not stop there; she became this year’s yearbook Editor-in-Chief along with her friend Michael Arellano and she said, “I thought it was so different to have such a major role, not only yearbook, but at school.

Pretty much everyone sees the yearbook and I am so blessed to have been able to contribute to it. This has taught me to keep working at something, because no matter how long it takes, the outcome will be amazing.”

Cooper explains that she owns most of her success to her mom because she has supported her throughout these four years of high school.

She said, “My mom knows what I am capable of doing and pushes me to do my best in everything I do. Thanks to that I had the opportunity of discovering the person I am and meeting so many people.

It's cool to see what backgrounds people come from because we are all so different.”

After high school Cooper will be attending Concordia University of Irvine, where she will be majoring in graphic design with a minor in marketing. She plans to create products to market different companies with her Bachelor's Degree of Arts.

“My mom knows what I am capable of doing and pushes me to do my best in everything I do. Thanks to that I had the opportunity of discovering the person I am and meeting so many people,” - Cooper

WILLS Alejandra Fuentes

Vista View Editor-in-Chief & Yearbook Editor

Caralina Lawless

Yearbook Editor-in-Chief

Brianna Cooper

Yearbook Editor-in-Chief

It’s crazy to think about walking into Vista Murrieta grounds my freshman year and now within a couple of days I will be taking my last steps out. Before I leave I must thank some people who have helped me during the years. Mr. Ronan, even though you failed me my sophomore year, it taught me valuable lessons for the next two years. Mr. Swayers, thanks for always helping me when I struggled and for pushing me to get good grades. I am a better student because you were there and I will always appreciate that. I will take the things you taug ht me out into the big world. Mr. Gainer, you also taught me that grades matter, and growing up as individuals is just as important.

Every advice you gave me helped me through good and bad situations, and I will never forget any of that. Last, but not least, I have to say thank you to Mrs. Filar. I cannot tell you how glad I am that you trusted me to be the EditorIn-Chief of the yearbook this year. Having such a responsibility was hard, and don’t forget frustrating, but it made me grow up as a person, as a leader, and as a student. I will miss the countless late nights we had working for the yearbook, although, I have to say that I am glad we are done with that. I know I am very lucky to have met such an amazing person. Thank you for the opportunity you gave me and for trusting me. I will never forget you. About that...seniors, go party because dude, we graduated.

Always, Michael Arellano.

These past four years have really flown by quickly!

There’s so much talk of the not-so-distant future and last hoorahs with friends before we all head off our various ways. There are so many people who have made my time here remarkable but words can’t do them justice. First and foremost to Holly Kemble, for always being there for me ever since we were little . Thank you for the memories that I will carry with me forever. Thank you also to my Twin, Amanda Layton, who has the freakish ability to read my mind. Thank you for all the humor, sarcasm, and, failed attempts at optimism these past three years. To Kimmy, Cara, Kara, Pichones, Diana, Megan, Sarah, Bonnie, Kathleen, and many others, thank you for making these past years amazing and unforgettable! Some of my best memories are with all of you and I will never forget the times we had. I also want to give a shout out to the amazing advance staff of The Vista View and the yearbook; it has been wonderful working with you through deadlines and late nights. Mrs. Filar, thank you for so much. You have been a wonderful inspiration and guide for me these past two years. I’ve spent so much time in your classroom and have made such great memories here that it’s become almost a home away from home! I will definitely miss the people and the atmosphere of Journalism.

Mrs. Rhine, thank you for inspiring me to write. Madame Vaez, your class has always been one of my favorites! It has sparked a great interest in languages and cultures in me and is one of the reasons I hope to minor in French! Thank you to both Mr. Olsons for teaching me so much! I think I learned the most in your classes.

I have learned so many things from my time at Vista from both my teachers and my friends. It’s been a great ride and I wish all my fellow graduates the best wherever life takes them after graduation, because guess what: WE MADE IT!!!! Congratulations!

Kerrie-Ann Beke

Kerrie-Ann Beke

Michael Arellano

What a wild ride, huh? It’s hard to believe that it’s almost over. Before I go, I want to say thank you to Mr. Oberle, who has given me math knowledge and corny Star Wars jokes, and all I gave back was Kool-Aid. Three years, Obs. We’ve made it. Also thank you so much to Mrs. Filar. I feel like I’ve spent more time in your classroom these last few months than out of them, but you’ve made it some of the best months of my high school career. Mr. Finch, I remember the first time I had a Drama class, all the way back in Freshman year, and I’m so glad I was able to pick it back up Senior year. Being in your class and involved in the school plays has opened my eyes so much, and allowed me to grow more confident and happier. Thanks to my mom, who has always pushed me as far as I could go, and then some. I may protest, Mom, but I appreciate the help. Bonnie, you were my first friend in middle school, and now, here we are graduating high school. I’m so glad I met you, you’re one of the best people I know. Love you, Bonna. Melissa, to you I say: aztec cats. You’ve been the calm in the storm that is life. Love you Mels. To Adrie, soul friend, Overlord, the Dean to my Sam. I think I’m going miss you most of all (you better understand that reference. And this one.). To Joe, Marcus, Aubrina, and all the other people that I’m leaving behind: watch out for Jeff. Don’t let him get into too much trouble (yes, Jeff, I’m always gonna worry about you). To Kerrie, Megan, Sam, Amanda, Frank, Holly, Andy, and all the other seniors I know and love: FREE AT LAST. FREE AT LAST...Dangit.

Caralina Lawless

Weekend Editor & Yearbook Editor

How to start this…? Well I will begin by saying thank you to my family, Mom ,Gaby, and Tere thank you all so much for being there for me every step of the way. You have been so supportive and understanding. You’ve made me the person that I am, and I will always appreciate you and all that you have done for me. I love you so much and I am so proud to be a part of this family. To all my beautiful friends. Annie, what can I say about you woman?

You rock the world and I don’t know what I would do without you.

You have been my greatest support these past three years. I cannot believe how much you have helped me and how much I will miss you. You have there through good and bad and you know, maybe I don’t say it often by I love you lots, you are like a sister to me and I swear, I have never met a person more selfless and caring than you. Thank you for everything and remember that we have to keep in touch, but still get some distance so that people don’t think we only have each other as friends lol. For Joyce Hu, well we became friends in such a strange way girl and yet it has been the greatest friendship in the world. You have always been there for me and you always have a smile in your face to brighten my day. Remember to grab every opportunity you have for love and happiness one day it’ll all pay off. Let’s never forget each other okay? Denisse, Jav, and Sina, you guys are amazing. I love you all so much and I will miss you to death, so let’s keep in touch alright? Bea and Alissa, I know that these two years haven’t been what it was before, but I will always think of you as my good friends and never forget all the great moments we had. I love you guys. Josh and Carlos you guys are amazing, thank you for always being so much fun to be around. To The Vista View staff, well I love you guys so much! I will miss every single one of you. I had a blast every day with you guys. Thanks to Cara, Kerrie-Ann, Amanda, Frank the Tank, Emily Anne, Lauren, Boots, Kristina, Kelsey, and beautiful Alex, and from Yearbook to Michael, Bri, Rajem, Vanessa, and Araceli, you guys are rock stars.

To the Lunch Ladies, you guys are wonderful and I will miss lunch with you guys. Last, but not least, thank you to my teachers Mrs. Filar, who I owe everything I have become I love you so much and I will always remember your kindness and all that you’ve taught me. Thanks for always listening to me and being a great teacher, friend, and even a mother figure. Mr. Nicholas, Mr. Atwood, Mr. Nguyen, Mr. Quinn, Mr. David Olson, Mr. Good, Mr. Diaz, Mr. Aitcheson,Mrs. Hipp, Mrs. Awbrey, Mrs. Parsons, Mrs. Cheslar, Mrs. Culp, you are a rock stars.

So there, now to the rest of you, class of 2013 let’s celebrate, ‘cause we did it!

Graduation

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Editors 2013

Viewpoint Editor

No words can explain my high school experience; it has been absolutely amazing. My parents have made me who I am today. I could never thank them enough for everything they have done for me. My younger brother means the world to me, and I am so glad I got to spend my last year of high school with him. I will never forget any member of the water polo team, they are practically my sisters. And to my fellow seniors, I cannot wait to see what the future has in store for us as all- WE MADE IT! Love, Brianna Cooper.

JUNE 7, 2013

Amanda Layton Yearbook Editor

I’ve always valued the importance of education but I don’t believe any other place could have made learning a more welcoming experience than VMHS. There are many things I believe I could have done better if given the chance, but then again we learn from our mistakes. Many people have taught me this lesson in these past four years including my friends, teachers and even those who I’ve only spoken with once. But to give special thanks, I would like to honor Mrs. Filar for keeping our bellies full during late nights and being beyond a teacher, making herself a true role model to me. To Mr. Olson who for two years taught me how to write and watch the Lord of the Rings in a new light. To Mrs. Robinson who will always be a second mother to me. And to Mrs. Bley who has set unforgettable literature before me that has made me go deeper into the human experience and philosophy. Oh, and Hanson, Quinn is better. I would like to thank my soul sisters Danielle and Kerrie for putting up with me through the good times and bad. And Finally, I thank my parents. They have showed me that my world is what I make of it and have given me the most valuable thing there is: life. So as we take on this new step in life and begin our life-long journey, each of us know the support around us and the greatness of our pasts. Congrats Seniors!

-Amanda Layton

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2013 Grads

Congratulations

Col. Matera and Msgt. Shoemaker are some of the most inspirational teachers here at Vista Murrieta. They, no matter what kind of students they have, are always trying to motivate and push students to do their best all the time. They never give up on any individual who cares about their program and are always there to help. It is always amazing to think of all that they have done in Vista Murrieta High School through the JROTC program. They have encouraged their students to help out at any community service events they could get their hands on. They had students always there at football games cheering on the team. They also help the campus itself by having a campus clean-up day. Many of the students in JROTC are giving leadership opportunities by these two virtuous teachers. The lessons that they present, teach students how to work and function in our modern day society and common leadership skills. Overall these two have done more than any teacher in any other program to sculpt their students into the leaders that the society is in need of. Their program and what is taught really creates better citizens for society.

Richard Shoemaker

JUNE 7, 2013

JROTC has been the best part of my high school career. It has taught me discipline, service to others around me, and leadership. JROTC is the only reason I am still at Vista, because it kept me going. I got to experience many wonderful things that I could have never done anywhere else, and made some lasting friendships along the way. As a freshman coming into high school you feel scared, alone, and have no idea what to do in this big place. Those that fall through the cracks, get in trouble, and eventually leave school altogether do so, because they had nobody to guide them into the transition of high school. Those that succeed, have those mentors, or that involvement in something that keeps them going even in hard times. JROTC was this for me, I admit I had a hard time transitioning, it could have been personal stuff maybe my influences who knows, but what matters is it kept me going and kept me on track. I might have gotten yelled at here and there, but that’s the point, you screw up. It does not matter if you fall down, but it matters if you get back up or remain on the ground.

I hope there is a freshman reading this, and they take these words and apply them, because you do not want to have to go through what a lot of us seniors have gone through. What I’m basically saying is I want to thank JROTC for keeping me going, and the instructors themselves. Thank you Sgt. Shoemaker (Dad) and Colonel Matera for keeping us on the right path and giving us this great program.

2013

Frank Cuccia

It’s hard to believe that the time has come to say goodbye. Before I leave Vista Murrieta for good, however, there are a few people that I need to acknowledge properly. Mrs. Hipp, thank you so much for bringing originality to the classroom and also inspiring third period to venture out of our comfort zones.

Thank you for getting on my case about missing assignments and scolding me for any and all incompetence. That no-nonsense attitude of yours is what I want to take with me through college and life. Mrs. Filar…What can I say about Filar that hasn’t been said already by so many others? Rarely have I met, or will meet, someone as compassionate or understanding as Ellen Filar. The time that I’ve spent in her Newspaper class has been some of the most educational and productive times in my life as I got to watch my writing take form on the Vista View as a Sophomore Staff Writer to Senior Editor-In-Chief. I owe much of my literary prowess to Filar and words fail to express my gratitude properly to such a special person. To my fellow Seniors, I will miss you dearly and good luck!

Anna Mesholzadeh

It has been a great four years! Many friendships and memories have been made within your walls. I really enjoyed being a Bronco and pursuing victory with C.L.A.S.S. I will cherish every single memory I made here as I go on living my life after high school. Vista has been a second home for me and when I graduate, I will be closing a chapter in life. As the class of 2013 leaves a new class will emerge and will make the school so much better. Stay classy Broncos!

Sheba Terry

These past four years have gone by too fast and I couldn’t have done it without God and my mommy. She has always been there for me and I can’t express enough how much I appreciate her.

She has spent countless hours at track meets supporting me while sitting out in over one-hundred degree weather, spending numerous amounts of money on uniforms and hotels and traveling over hundreds of miles to many states since I was nine years old. She is always there to give me advice before I step on the track and I wouldnt be the athlete I am today without that advice. Till this day I still need that advice. I also want to thank my grandmama cause you always knew I can be the best I can be. Family is the best gift anyone can ever ask for and they made these years a breeze. No child can choose their families but I wouldn’t change mine for the world. Family will always be there for you before anybody and they are the true people you can depend on always. So I thank my mommy, my grandma, my aunties and uncle. I love you guys!

Austin Ross Sinclair Congratulations Austin! You didn’t just get through high school, you rocked it! When you received the C.L.A.S.S. Award your freshman year on the tennis team I was so impressed. However, the fact you lived up to what it stands for all through high school made your entire family proud! Whether it was on the court, in school, at church, with friends or family, you are the epitome of class. I am so proud to be your aunt, Godmother and friend. Love you!! Auntie Tricia P.S. Thanks for the exciting tennis! It was worth all those hours driving back and forth from San Diego to watch you play. However, the best drive home was after watching you and your buds defending and then clenching the “championship” title in that epic Dodge Ball game! And, as a reminder as you go off to college, whenever things don’t seem to be going as planned, just remember the Dodge Ball Rangers!

You Did It!

WILLS

Go Broncos!

Adriele Conrad

After four years in a single place, it would be considered normal for one to want to move on, and in some ways that’s true for me. While the campus no longer seems as spacious as it did four years ago and there’s no longer anything more to learn, this is a place that holds a lot of memories. It was here at Vista that I made many wonderful friends- some of which I’m going to be leaving come graduation. Cianna, Maryanne, Aubrina, Lani, Marcus, and Joe- you will all become such fantastic people, and I’m very lucky to call you all my friends. I’ll miss you all very much. To the friends leaving with me- there are too many to name- I owe you all so much. You made these four long years so much better, and I love you all dearly. While we go on to bigger and better things, I hope we’ll continue to talk and fangirl and flail in the years to come.

Kolby Riley Throughout my four years of high school, there have been many up and downs. Yet, even when the times got tough I always knew that I had a couple of people that would always be right there by my side. My family of course, which includes my Mom, Dad and two sisters Kailee and Kyrstin have been my biggest support and backbone for me. Also, a small group of true friends will always be remembered after I move on towards this new chapter in my life. That small group includes my two best friends Austin Sinclair and Jeremy Zorotovich. I have been through so much with them and they have definitely made high school an awesome experience. I would also like to give thanks to my girlfriend Emily Ayer. Although I had a late eye-opener my junior year and realized how perfect she really was for me, it was better late than never. She has made my senior year stress free and has also made me the happiest I have been in a while.

The last quick shout out would like to go towards the rest of my true friends from school, so thank you Anthony White, Deven Johnson, Francisco Romo, Evan Roberts, Omar Solis, Max Lyons, Joseph Page, Matt Enfield, Nick Stevens, Casey Sullivan and Dylan Saunders for always being there for me through the good times and the bad!

Jessica Sabarra

Graduation is Here

My names is Andres Felix and I got hit by a bus. In this paper I will be explaining my will; A thank you letter pretty much son! First off I would like to thank the Cross-country coach and team about my first visit here to Vista; as a sophomore I had no friends at all. However a month after I joined cross country I immediately made friends and felt welcomed. I felt like a real Bronco! Second I would like to thank my amazing teachers I was thankfully assigned to throughout the years. Special teachers like Mrs. Nitti, Mrs. Linden, and Mr. Garrity have all been teachers who have given me insight on my life and felt as if I could go to them to talk about literally anything. Lastly I would like to thank my Friends and specific Link Crew members.

My friends Bethany Balady, Aaliyah Blanchard Bobby Palachek have all been amazing friends to me and was amazing growing up with. Link Crew Members who I admire are Obiously the most successful captains Jenina and Alex Walker! They are an inspiration to me every day. I have been so proud to work with such amazing people.

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I would like to start off by saying thank you to all the wonderful students I have met this year and the last three years of being here at Vista. I would also like to give thanks to all the amazing teachers and staff members for all that you guys do, for not only me, but everyone on campus. I would like to say thank you to Mr. Stein, he has been the greatest teacher I have ever had and he is such an inspiration to me; he has had a lot happen to him this past year and even though it was tough for him he managed to stay strong and keep going. He has always been the one teacher I can turn to when something is wrong. I would also like to say thank you to my best friend Audrey Villarreal for, not only being my best friend, but my own personal counselor and helping me with situations. Thank you to my wonderful parents for all that you two have done for me throughout my high school career, without you two I would not be where I am today. Class of 2013 we finally made it!

Emilee Coleman

Andres Felix

JUNE 7, 2013

Tierra O’Brien Through all four years my family has stuck with me from the lame high school drama to all my achievements.

I wouldn’t be the woman I am today without my Mom and Dad. They are the most inspirational people in my life. They are my role models in my life.

Thank you to my family, my boyfriend, and my best friends. I love you all!

It is hard to believe that four years of high school could pass by so fast. Not many of us realize how incredible Vista is before it is too late.

Sure, sometimes we do wacky things, but that is where a whole decade of greatness comes from. I would first like to thank my friends and family for being so supportive of me. Going into high school I thought I’d never belong anywhere, or if I did it wouldn’t last. They say that you will change a lot in high school and for the most part that’s true. I am a lot taller now. Anyway, my one piece of wisdom: people change. Sometimes it is for the worse or the better, depending on how you look at it.

I would like to thank all of my teachers for letting me discover all of this on my own, but still teaching me how to handle it; You know who you are. You were great at making that history or math lesson apply to real life. I am even thankful for all of the annotating my English teachers made me do. I would like to thank my coaches for always pushing me to do better. I would like to especially thank Mrs. Parsons for being a fantastic Link Crew advisor this year. I love my Link Crew family. I also want to thank Mrs. Page for being a great choir director/life coach these past four years. The place I never thought I’d belong is the one I don’t want to leave. Enjoy it while you are here and make sure to take care of it for us seniors.

Seniors 2013

JUNE 7, 2013

Brittney Camacho

It’s truly amazing how the time has flown right past all of us.

I would like to say thank you to all the fantastic friends and family I have made throughout my four years here at Vista.

I would like to start off by saying thank you to Mr. John Ronan.

You have helped me through so much this past three years from inspiration to your presence of encouragement I really appreciate your assistance. To my Best friend Diana Hernandez thank you for all the years of listening to my complaints and being my own personal counselor. I would also like to give thanks to my Counselor Mrs. Gomez, you might not realize this but you helped me so much throughout my entire senior year from it being with my college options to helping me cope with the passing of a close family member. You have helped me come a very long way this year and I am so grateful for your help. And of course I have to thank my crazy family. Without the push and the positive encouragement that my family provides I don’t think I would be attending the college of my dreams. And finally to my fellow Broncos Seniors, Congratulations! We succeeded.

C.L.A.S.S. of 2013 Aaron Brewer

Seniors!

I would like to give a shout out to my amazing friends Christy, Natalie, Valarie, Megan, Jacqueline, Katie, Diana, and Briana. Knowing you guys for as long as I have, we have so many great, funny, awkward memories that I will cherish for the rest of my life. You all are the reason why I enjoyed going to school every day, just to see what crazy things we would talk about or what funny story happened.

I know I can count on any of you for anything that I need help in. I would also like to thank my leadership friends of JROTC who made this year as memorable and successful as it was. Thank you Savannah and Ayla! The instructors Master Sergeant Shoemaker and Colonel Matera are the ones that made the program what it is. Without their leadership and guidance, the program would not have been as successful or enjoyable as it has been. I’m grateful for all the wonderful people that helped me in classes that I struggled in. Thank you Stewart and Craig for helping me pass math, Amanda and Kywi for helping me understand physics, and Angela and Colin for being my biomed partners this year. Lastly I would like to thank my parents. It goes without saying that I am where I am because of everything they have done for me.

I am so grateful for all the sacrifices and decisions they have made to make my life better. Congratulations Class of 2013!

We did it!

My time here at Vista Murrieta High School has been amazing. I have met so many new people that have changed my life and made great memories with me. I would like to thank my sister Amanda Layton for making this four year journey great with Frankapeuf, Sam Buoye and Fred the Pole. Also, I’d like to thank my great friends Rayleen Ramirez, Diana Hernandez, Destiny Vargez and for making amazing memories with me! I will never forget all the great times with all of you! One person who has helped me improve my artistic abilities is Mrs. Hayes whom I would like to give my thanks to. For incoming Seniors, do not follow under the psychological effects of senioritis; you can get past it! But beware, if you succumb to it, you will have a hard time coming out of it. Oh, and David, don’t do anything crazy while I’m gone; but enjoy your time, you deserve it! And don’t worry, graduation is right around the corner, it will fly by! Senior class, we are almost done! Thank you Vista for making these four years so memorable. We did it!

Danielle Badore

I would like to thank Mrs. Filar for inspiring me throughout my high school career. From Freshman to Senior year, you have always been there for me. If I am having a bad day, you are there with a comforting hug and smile that brightens my day. Mrs. Filar, you helped me transition from a teenager to an adult throughout these past four years and now you are giving me advice for college too! It’s truly amazing how the time has flown right past all of us. Thank you for all that you’ve done for me personally and for the school as well. The year turned out great! I’m going to miss you to a great extent, including many other teachers and my greatest friends. Heidi has a great role model and mother to look up to! Thank you Vista for making these years so wonderful. And to all the seniors: WE DID IT!

Alexandria Walker

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Cee Jay Walsh

I would just like to thank all the incredible people in my life that helped me get to where I am today. Mom and Dad, thanks for building me into the person I am today. I know that I’m difficult but you guys constantly keep me in check and in the right direction. To my brother Shannon, I know we might bicker like brothers and sisters do but I love you with all my heart and you have helped me get through a lot of things. To my adorable little sister Arianna, I’m going to miss being with you every day when I’m in college because you always bring me joy. To my Aunty Deb, Uncle James, and Simone, thanks for everything. Every time I called you for something you delivered and I’m thankful for you. To my Cousin Lavernis, Raimee, and Alexus thanks for listening to my problems when I needed someone to talk to and help uplift me. To my Grandmothers Furlinda and Eliza and Grandfather Lawrence, thank you for being the loving, caring people you are and thanks for help helping me grow. I was new to Vista this year and I have made so many new friends. I just want to thank all you because it is too many of you to name. And a special thanks the Hawthornes and the Van Burens for helping get through my last year of high school. And to my fellow Bronco class of 2013, Congratulations ! We have finally made it !

Graduated with C.L.A.S.S.

JUNE 7, 2013

WEEKEND

Entertainment Now: Vista Edition

15 KERRIE-ANN BEKE AND CARA LAWLESS Weekend Editor and Editor-in-Chief

The most anticipated movies coming out summer 2013 Much Ado About Nothing

Man of Steel

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Directed by Joss Whedon, the film originally aired at the Toronto International Film Festival.

The film is based on the Shakespeare stage play of the same name.

Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters

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PG-13 August 7, 2013

With Camp Half-Blood in danger, Percy Jackson, the demigod son of Poseidon, embarks on an epic journey with his friends to find the only thing that can save their camp: the Golden Fleece.

Monsters University

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G June 21, 2013

Set ten years before the events of Monsters Inc., Mike and Sulley end up in the same fraternity.

Mike and Sulley are both majoring in Scaring, but end up in an epic rivalry that leads to disaster.

The Mortal Instruments: City Of Bones

www.redcarpetcrash.com PG-13 June 14, 2013

A retelling of the classic superhero tale, Man of Steel tells the story of Journalist Clark Kent as he struggles with his powers and assumes the identity of Superman.

The Purge

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R June 7, 2013

In the year 2022, the United States is prospering with an incredibly low crime rate. keep crime rates down, the government suspends all emergency service and makes all crimes legal for a period of 12 hours once a year.

The Lone Ranger

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Not Rated July 3, 2013

In a fight against corruption and greed in society, an American Indian spirit warrior recals tales of how John Reid, a man of the law, was transformed into a legend.

shelf-life.ew.com PG-13 August 21, 2013

Clary Fray, a seemingly normal teenager witnesses a murder at a club and later finds her mother gone. She finds herself drawn into a dangerous world as she learns thetruth of who she is.

The Wolverine

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PG-13 July 24, 2013

Sometime after the events of “X-Men: Last Stand�, Logan travels to Japan where he is attacked by a mysterious figure. In this film he is confronted by his own struggle with immortality and is vulnerable for the first time.

World War Z

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PG-13 June 21, 2013

A United Nations employee is forced to leave his wife and children to join in the fight against a pandemic that is defeating armies and collapsing governments.

Other Releases This Summer 11th Hour ByJames Patterson June 25

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MGMT

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In A World Like This

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Editing Staff Editors-in-Chief Caralina Lawless and Frank Cuccia News Editor Farid Ganime Viewpoint Editor Alejandra Fuentes Sports Editor Frank Cuccia Life Editor Emily Anne Espinosa Weekend Editor Kerrie-Ann Beke Advance Staff Writer Baylei Harbour

Writing Staff Advisor Ellen Filar The views expressed in the Vista View are not necessarily those of the entire staff, advisor, or the administration of Vista Murrieta High School.

Feedback on any aspect of the Vista View is welcome via letters to the editor. We will make a reasonable effort to publish all thoughtful letters we receive.

Please send your feedback to thevistaview@gmail.com.

Please note that we reserve the right to edit letters for length and clarity. Advisor Ellen Filar can be reached at: (951) 894-5750 x6601.

Staff Writers Zeporah Butler Adriele Conrad Mary Anne Escaro Kelsey Gage Tasjohnlenee Hawthorne Lauren Horton Amanda Layton Lailani Lowery Kristina Mawbey Cianna Sanford Aubree Vanderhoeven Alexandria Walker Shebanet’te Terry