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Back To School Up In The Air At iFLY

Back To School Up In The Air At iFLY

Marlene Ramirez Santiago, Reporter May 9, 2025

Students from the Glendale and Tolleson school districts got a unique and exciting start to the school year with a TRIO-sponsored trip to iFLY, an indoor skydiving center. This event wasn't just a fun...

Girls’ Tennis Serves Up a Season to Remember

Girls’ Tennis Serves Up a Season to Remember

Melissa Escalante, Reporter May 9, 2025

Top L-R: Leydis, Danielin, Gina, Cecely, Emely, Evelyn, Emily, Yaritiza, Karla Bottom L-R: Micaela, Yamileth, America, Myra, Renee, and Daisy As the final matches of the season wrapped...

StuCo Leadership Events: Mini-State and Big-State

StuCo Leadership Events: Mini-State and Big-State

Iyonna Lawler, Reporter April 17, 2025

Recently, the Student Council (StuCo) participated in two major events: Mini-State and Big-State. Both events provided valuable opportunities to explore leadership skills and learn from inspirational speakers. Big-State...

Tyler, the Creator

Tyler, the Creator

Aidani Gomez-Garcia, Reporter April 10, 2025

On October 28, 2024 Tyler, the Creator, released his highly anticipated album “Chromokopia.” The album showcases his signature style, blending innovative production. Fans have praised Tyler for his...

ROTC: Saying Goodbye to Another Commander

ROTC: Saying Goodbye to Another Commander

Brianna Cruz Medina, Reporter March 3, 2025

Joining JROTC for the first time may be overwhelming for some while exciting for others. From having to wear uniforms on Wednesday, to becoming aware of the rights, privileges and responsibilities one...

Volleyball Says Goodbye to Seniors

Volleyball Says Goodbye to Seniors

Stacy Sanchez, Reporter November 21, 2024

The volleyball season kicked off with a tournament on September 14, 2024. Under the leadership of Coach Alberto Ramos, the varsity team experienced a strong season. Captains Kimora Coleman and Skyler Starchman...

Cortez Football Wraps Up Their Season

Cortez Football Wraps Up Their Season

November 15, 2024

Cortez High School's football team has had an impressive season filled with accomplishments and teamwork. Student-athlete Ernesto Tejeda has shared insights on the significant impact of the team this...

The team celebrates Jessica's birthday!

Athlete Spotlight: Jessica T

Marlene Ramirez Santiago, Reporter November 14, 2024

Why did you want to try out for cheer? RESPONSE- I tried out for cheer because I wanted to be a part of a team that I would feel comfortable with. How did it feel to make the team? RESPONSE- I...

GIRLS BADMINTON THRIVES

GIRLS BADMINTON THRIVES

Megan Walters, Reporter November 14, 2024

Badminton has had an outstanding year. With 15 athletes, the two top varsity girls, Angele Carrola and Joselyn Ibarra, went to state to compete against other schools on October 25th. Coach Rearick is so...

Swim Team

Swim Team

Juan Valle Ulloa, Reporter November 14, 2024

This year, the Cortez Swimming Team features both varsity girls and boys. Among them is Daniel Rodriguez Estrella, the only senior on the team, who also serves as captain. The roster includes freshmen...

Movie Review

Movie Review

Juan Valle Ulloa, Reporter November 8, 2024

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, the successor to the cult classic 1988 film Beetlejuice, is a 2024 horror/comedy film directed by gothic horror legend Tim Burton. The sequel serves as a continuation of the original...

Colts Cross Country Team Wraps Up a Remarkable Season

Colts Cross Country Team Wraps Up a Remarkable Season

Yessica M, Reporter November 7, 2024

This season, the Cortez cross country team, led by Coaches Michelle Corona and Jose Corona, pushed new boundaries and earned impressive awards. Among the standout achievements were Captain's Gisel Murillo...

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