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
Sydney Gaw

Sydney Gaw, Managing Editor

Hello, I’m Sydney, and I am one of our managing editors! I absolutely love writing, whether it’s features articles for the S&S or short stories for UHS’ Crossroads Magazine. I am also the Girls’ Sports Commissioner and enjoy interviewing athletes for the S&S as well as for Univision. Outside of the newsroom, I love playing sports, visiting bookstores, and watching my favorite shows (Gilmore Girls and The West Wing).

All content by Sydney Gaw
UHS Marine Science students attempt to walk across the UHS pool with their shoe design during the class periods of Jan. 12-13. The competition stimulated students' knowledge in physics through a hands-on project.

[Photo] UHS Marine Science Department Hosts its First “Walk on Water” Competition

Tracy Le, Staff Writer
February 16, 2023
The goal of National Women’s History Month is also to acknowledge and celebrate the amazing women in our daily lives.

National Women’s History Month at UHS

Sydney Gaw, Staff Writer
March 29, 2022
Despite the rise in mental health issues due to the pandemic, Kindness Week reminds students that they are supported by staff members and peers.

Counselors’ Take on Kindness Week

Sydney Gaw, Staff Writer
March 21, 2022
Whether or not students are looking to accumulate college credits or merely explore subjects of interest, dual enrollment and other college course programs are fresh alternatives in one’s pursuit of knowledge.

Exploring Dual Enrollment and Other College Credit Pathways

Sydney Gaw, Staff Writer
March 9, 2022
Dance Company placed countless hours of practice for their performance at Showcase.

Behind the Scenes: Dance Company Presents Two-Night Showcase

Sydney Gaw, Staff Writer
February 15, 2022
Varsity girls soccer against Beckman.

The Unequal Distribution of Funds Amongst Team Levels

Sydney Gaw, Staff Writer
February 15, 2022
The team huddles up on the field.

Girls Flag Football: The First Championship Team

Sydney Gaw, Staff Writer
January 3, 2022
UHS boys wrestling suffers disappointing loss to Beckman despite their valiant efforts.

Boys Wrestling Loses First Match of the Season to Beckman

Sydney Gaw, Staff Writer
December 14, 2021
Cross country warming up for practice.

Teams Readjust After the Pandemic

Sydney Gaw, staff writer
October 30, 2021
Senior Jaden Chen prepares to pass.

Boys Water Polo Wins Against Portola With an Impressive Lead

Sydney Gaw, Staff Writer
October 11, 2021
Girls Tennis Wins First League Game Against Northwood

Girls Tennis Wins First League Game Against Northwood

Sydney Gaw, Staff writer
October 1, 2021
April 2021 Marks the 25th National Poetry Month

April 2021 Marks the 25th National Poetry Month

Sydney Gaw, Staff Writer 
May 24, 2021
Marching Band Returns to Socially Distanced Practices and Performances

Marching Band Returns to Socially Distanced Practices and Performances

SYDNEY GAW
March 26, 2021
UHS Students Stay Creative During COVID-19

UHS Students Stay Creative During COVID-19

Sydney Gaw, Staff Writer 
March 21, 2021
IUSD’s Pandemic Safety Measures

IUSD’s Pandemic Safety Measures

Sydney Gaw, Staff Writer 
February 2, 2021
Students Protest the Reopening of IUSD Schools

Students Protest the Reopening of IUSD Schools

Sydney Gaw, Staff Writer 
February 2, 2021
A Month of Writing Novels

A Month of Writing Novels

SYDNEY GAW
December 14, 2020
Behind the Scenes of a Political Campaign

Behind the Scenes of a Political Campaign

SYDNEY GAW
October 28, 2020
Cheating During Distanced Learning

Cheating During Distanced Learning

Sydney Gaw, Staff Writer 
September 27, 2020

Social Justice on Social Media

Sydney Gaw, Staff Writer 
September 15, 2020
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