The Official News Publication of University High School in Irvine, California

Sword & Shield
The Official News Publication of University High School in Irvine, California

Sword & Shield
The Official News Publication of University High School in Irvine, California

Sword & Shield
Natalie Torres

Natalie Torres, P & G Section Editor

HII! I’m so excited to be P&G Editor for my 4th and final year of journalism. I can’t wait to see what the this school year holds and I can’t wait to capture it all through photos!!

All content by Natalie Torres
Winter Crossword

Winter Crossword

Keyshia Denisse and Natalie Torres
January 22, 2025
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[Photo] A Review on BBC’s “A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder”

Selina Alipour Tabrizi, Staff Writer
November 20, 2024
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[Photo] Fall Book Recommendations

Caliann Dean, Staff Writer
November 18, 2024
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[Photo] Club Spotlight: Spaceset

Daniel Niktash, Staff Writer
November 15, 2024
Best Friends versus Boyfriend

Best Friends versus Boyfriend

Natalie Torres, P & G Staff
May 3, 2024
Once In a Lifetime

Once In a Lifetime

Natalie Torres, P & G Staff
May 3, 2024
Musical Wheel and Broadway Bound are two new elective courses to be added next year. These classes will provide another avenue for students interested in the arts to explore their passions.

[Photo] New Courses: Musical Wheel and Broadway Bound to be Offered in 2024-25 School Year

Ishan Vannadil, Staff Writer
May 3, 2024
East Coast Dreams

East Coast Dreams

Natalie Torres, P & G Staff
April 26, 2024
It's RUFF Out Here!

It’s RUFF Out Here!

Natalie Torres, P & G Staff
April 26, 2024
Math students help each other study in Mr. Schulman's classroom during Office Hours.

[Photo] Proposed College Math Courses On Campus

Anika Denny, Staff Writer
March 29, 2024
Students have fun playing against each other in "Brawl Stars" during lunch.

[Photo] The Rise of “Brawl Stars”

Daniel Niktash, Staff Writer
March 28, 2024
Senior Varsity Water Polo Captain, Daichi Hiraoka, is honored for his athletic ability with the title of one of the Athletes of the Month this March.

Senior Varsity Lacrosse Captain, Max Dreben, is honored for his athletic ability with the title of one of the Athletes of the Month this March

Seniors gather in the library to study for upcoming exams with their friends.

[Photo] When Do We Really Become Adults?

Siena Mellor, Staff Writer
March 15, 2024
Flirting with Disaster

Flirting with Disaster

Natalie Torres, P & G Staff
March 6, 2024
Ideal School Day

Ideal School Day

Natalie Torres, P & G Staff
March 6, 2024
Boys' Swim is one of many spring sports set to compete this season.

[Photo] Spring Sports Have Sprung

Luba Al-Khalili, Shay Eldridge, Sam Sperling, and Leah Schulman
March 4, 2024
Valentine's Day is the perfect time to show love to those around you.

[Photo] Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas

Yihan Wang, Staff Writer
February 13, 2024
UHS seniors spend time after school in the library to complete their college applications.

[Photo] College Interviews: A Deep Dive

Ishan Vannadil, Staff Writer
February 2, 2024
UHS Varsity Girls Basketball player, Asha Highsmith, has been honored with the title of one of the “Athletes of the Month” in January for her effort on the court.

[Photo] Athletes of the Month – January

Eithar Takesh, Staff Writer
January 29, 2024
Music Notes

Music Notes

Natalie Torres, P & G Staff
December 18, 2023
Senior Ali Zadeh practices as part of the UHS Varsity Boys' Basketball team for their upcoming games this season.

[Photo] Nothing But Net: 23-24 Season Preview of the Boys’ Varsity Basketball

Cooper Berger, Staff Writer
December 15, 2023
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[Photo] Fall Sports Round-Up

Shay Eldridge, Staff Writer
December 8, 2023
Juggling AP Classes and Sports

Juggling AP Classes and Sports

Natalie Torres, P & G Staff
December 6, 2023
Higher Mentality = Higher Grades

Higher Mentality = Higher Grades

Natalie Torres, P & G Staff
November 13, 2023
Don't Be Hopeless, Just Be Romantic

Don’t Be Hopeless, Just Be Romantic

Natalie Torres, P & G Staff
November 7, 2023
Social Butterflies Study Too

Social Butterflies Study Too

Natalie Torres, P & G Staff
November 3, 2023
Major Decisions for a Major

Major Decisions for a Major

Natalie Torres, P & G Staff
November 3, 2023
Scared of Rejection

Scared of Rejection

Natalie Torres, P & G Staff
November 3, 2023
At University High School's annual Club Kick-off, an on campus club sells nachos and hot-dogs for tickets.

[Photo] UHS Holds Club Kickoff

Hailey Chen, Staff Writer
October 27, 2023
Seniors enthusiastically cheer on their peers in Tuesday's scavenger hunt during lunch.

[Photo] A Festive Fever: Spirit Week 2023

Ishan Vannadil, Staff Writer
October 23, 2023
Students are happy to reunite and catch up with their peers after summer break. They talk about what each other has been up to as they wait in line to grab a snack.

[Photo] Summer Spotlight: What Have Your Peers Been Up To?

Ishan Vannadil, Staff Writer
October 2, 2023
October HORRORscope

October HORRORscope

Natalie Torres, P & G Staff
September 27, 2023
Summer Horoscope Predictions

Summer Horoscope Predictions

Natalie Torres, P & G Staff
May 19, 2023
What's on your bucket list for the summer?

Summer Bucket List

Natalie Torres, P & G Staff
May 9, 2023
Spring Activities

Spring Activities

Natalie Torres, P & G Staff
March 29, 2023
The six UHS Counselors provide students with academic advice and guidance through personal struggles. Top from left: Mr. Nate Schoch, Ms. Hanna Addessi, Ms. Shannon Dean. Bottom from left: Mr. Nick Perfetto, Mrs. Angelique Strausheim, Mrs. Jamie Adams.

[Photo] National School Counseling Week

Elizabeth Wu, Staff Writer
March 13, 2023
UHS girls lacrosse athlete attempting to score a goal against opponent.

[Photo] Girls Lacrosse Game Against Huntington Beach Bodes Well For Upcoming Season

Kaylee Changsek, Staff Writer
March 10, 2023
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[Photo] Senior Send Off: Boys Basketball Seniors Take the Court One Final Time at Home

Adam Kunin, Staff Writer
February 14, 2023
Valentine's Day Date Ideas

Valentine’s Day Date Ideas

Natalie Torres, P & G Staff
February 8, 2023
Students make friendship bracelets in the MPR.

[Photo] Wellness Week 2022

Vincent Tsai, Staff Writer
January 27, 2023
UHS Varsity Cheer shows support for breast cancer patients and survivors during the annual Pink Out game against Northwood High School.

[Photo] Raising Breast Cancer Awareness in UHS Pink Out Football Game

Nikki Piedad, Staff Writer
November 29, 2022
The Wellness Counselor at University High School, Mrs. Tohidian, speaks with students about their mental health and personal life in her office.

[Photo] Emphasizing Mental Health Resources for Students

Bella Duong, Staff Writer
November 28, 2022
The University Choir puts on an amazing performance at the October Songs and Stories concert.

[Photo] UHS Choir Presents: “Songs and Stories”

JD Szeto, Staff Writer
November 18, 2022
Ms. Gutierrez, the newest member of the Special Education Department.

[Photo] UHS Welcomes Nine New Staff Members

Mia Barajas-Kua, Staff Writer
October 5, 2022
Mr. Alix's classroom

[Photo] The Simplicity of Support

Maya Madhat, Staff Writer
October 7, 2022
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