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Physics students had a break from school with Physics Phun Day at Knotts Berry Farm where they saw physics in the world of roller coasters and excitement.
Physics “phun” day opens the field of physics in a place of amusement
Spanish Club representatives Martin (11) and Miguel Lizardi (10) share their experience in the program with incoming freshmen who show interest in some day joining.
8th Grade Night entices new students to discover their interests
Registration for classes has students questioning what classes they might want to take for next year.
New AP classes open a door of opportunities for students
Students get excited in anticipation as the announcement of an enchanted garden is the theme of 2023 prom.
Enchanted garden themed prom excites students for end of year festivities
As students leave 3rd period, snow begins to fall on campus. This was a special surprise for students during the passing period.
[Photo Essay] Snow gives students a break after harsh rain
Seniors Kirsten Linton (left) and Grace Quinones show off their respective Cars and Paw Patrol backpacks. As part of the recent inner child trend, seniors nationwide are choosing to sport elementary-school backpacks to celebrate their nostalgic childhoods.
Exploring the childishness of today’s teens
The easiest 2-ingredient everything bagels that are absolutely irresistible!
Healthy baked goods that will leave you feeling ready for any part of your day
Many local businesses have now hiring signs open to applicants seeking a job. Here are a few tips to help you out with the job hunting process as a high schooler!
Advice from a part-time worker: how to get a job
Beginning your senior year
Beginning your senior year
Tiktoks screen time usage amongst youth has led to screen time limits for users under 18.
TikTok’s Effort to Save Young Minds
2023 Oscar Predictions
2023 Oscar Predictions
[Artist Spotlight] Adam Gutierrez turns his imagination into reality
[Artist Spotlight] Adam Gutierrez turns his imagination into reality
[Recap] The Last of Us E4: Please Hold My Hand
[Recap] “The Last of Us” E4: “Please Hold My Hand”
Benefit Concert allows Ayala choir to give back to a close cause
Benefit Concert allows Ayala choir to give back to a close cause
SeaWorld tributes Southern culture with Mardi Gras celebration
SeaWorld tributes Southern culture with Mardi Gras celebration
[Playlist] Cozy Autumn Vibes
[Playlist] Cozy Autumn Vibes
[Playlist] Spooky Scary Halloween
[Playlist] Spooky Scary Halloween
[Playlist] Hispanic Heritage Month
[Playlist] Hispanic Heritage Month
Only 8 teams remain in the 2023 World Baseball Classic after pool play.
2023 World Baseball Classic Pool Round 1 recap; Japan and Venezuela steamroll while Dominican Republic and Korea dissapoint
Varsity golf wins first league match after two consecutive losses
Varsity golf wins first league match after two consecutive losses
Junior varsity golfers secure their first win in match against La Habra
Junior varsity golfers secure their first win in match against La Habra
Boys that are interested in starting a mens volleyball program fill the room to attend the meeting. Students write their name on a sign up page to indicate interest before discussing further with the district.
Interest meeting sets the tone for starting a men’s volleyball team
Ayala Varsity Golf suffers another defeat in rematch against Murrieta Valley
Ayala Varsity Golf suffers another defeat in rematch against Murrieta Valley
Victoria Villarreal (12), an UNLV committed athlete, competes in the 100 backstroke, one of her strongest races.
Victoria Villarreal: Fierce Swimmer Commits to Division 1 Swim Team
Tehya Banks (12) has achieved great heights since returning to Ayala softball.
Tehya Banks: Sometimes a Break is All You Need
Gavin Rivas (11) enters his second year of track with high aspirations.
Gavin Rivas’ High Ambitions Motivates Him for Track
Jake Hirose (9) tees off at a USKids tournament.
Jake Hirose: From Plastic Clubs to a Successful Athlete
Gerardo Elizalde (12) sprints down the pitch during a game.
Gerardo Elizalde: Pushing Through the High School Mindset
Only 8 teams remain in the 2023 World Baseball Classic after pool play.
2023 World Baseball Classic Pool Round 1 recap; Japan and Venezuela steamroll while Dominican Republic and Korea dissapoint
These top 3 teams are the most anticipated teams to watch this 2023 college season. Current players like Kelly Maxwell (OSU), Maya Brady (UCLA), Joclyn Alo (OU), and Rachel Garcia (UCLA) are ready to show off their talents with their teams during the season.
Season Preview: College Softball
From left to right: Javier Baez (Tigers), Shohei Ohtani (Angels), Julio Urías (Dodgers) and Rafael Devers (Red Sox) will all be leading their respective teams to, hopefully, a World Baseball Classic championship in 2023.
BDT Sports Predictions: 2023 World Baseball Classic
Maria Fassi, Nelly Korda, Atthaya Thhitikul, and Megan Khang are some of the many fierce competitors in the 2023 LPGA Season
2023 LPGA Season: Fist Pumps, Rookies, and Prizes
Ryan Pressly and the Houston Astros celebrate an electrifying World Series win on November 5th, 2022.
Your World Series Champions, the Houston Astros
Ayala High School visited Corona Del Mar High School in Newport Beach for the CIF Division 4 bracket.
Bulldogs ends their varsity football season with a crushing defeat
Ayala Varsity Football falls to Charter Oak
Ayala Varsity Football falls to Charter Oak
Illustration by Katie Cheng
Ayala Bulldogs Reign Over The Braves
#25 Bella Nunez serves the ball, scoring a point for the Bulldogs.
Ayala Girls JV Volleyball Sweeps Bonita in Annual Pink Out Game
Bulldog players and staff support their teammates from the sidelines
Varsity Football drops Homecoming Game in Blowout Fashion
Varsity golf wins first league match after two consecutive losses
Varsity golf wins first league match after two consecutive losses
Junior varsity golfers secure their first win in match against La Habra
Junior varsity golfers secure their first win in match against La Habra
Ayala Varsity Golf suffers another defeat in rematch against Murrieta Valley
Ayala Varsity Golf suffers another defeat in rematch against Murrieta Valley
Matthew Yarc (11) shoved in the Bulldogs home opener against King.
Varsity Baseball gets it done in home opener
Ayala v. Murietta Boys Varsity Golf Recap
Ayala v. Murietta Boys Varsity Golf Recap
Ayala Varsity Girls Soccer consoles one another after a hard-fought loss last Tuesday.
Passionate Girls Soccer falls in Round 3 of CIF
Seniors are honored during pre-game ceremony
Varsity Girls Soccer Honors Seniors in 3-1 Win
Girls Varsity Soccer first game ends in a stalemate
Girls Varsity Soccer first game ends in a stalemate
Girls Varsity Basketball gets dominated in Thursday matchup
Girls Varsity Basketball gets dominated in Thursday matchup
Girls Varsity Water Polo season starts off on the right foot
Girls Varsity Water Polo season starts off on the right foot
The Arts for Golden Hearts project helped me realize that I love to help encourage people in different ways. I’ve been kind of sticking to the theme of helping others in different capacities throughout high school ever since, Lauryn Park (11) said.
Bulldogs of Ayala: Blooming for Love
“I think [music] was an outlet for me, especially to grow not only as a musician, but as a person. Growing up with the music and then knowing other people who had the same interest as me helped me grow and bond with [choir friends] as well, said Daphne Master (12).
Seniors of Ayala: Singing for the Memories
Katie Cheng (12) resting in the snow while snowboarding at Whistler Blackcomb, Canada in December 2021.
Staff of BDT: Katie Cheng
Debhany Flores (10) poses for her quinceañera, draped in a confetti pink floral gown.
Bulldogs of Ayala: Debanhy Flores (10) — The journey of a creative mind
Gabriella Torres (12) pursues one of her many hobbies as she plays the role of Stella from A Street Car Named Desire.
Seniors of Ayala: Finding the time to be kind
[Valentines’ Writers Comp 2023] Valentines Date
[Valentines’ Writers Comp 2023] Valentine’s Date
Thank you to everyone who participated in Open Canvas first writing competition!
Spread the Love: Valentines’ Writing Competition 2023 Results
[Valentines Writers Comp 2023] My Love
[Valentines’ Writers Comp 2023] My Love
[Valentines’ Writers Comp 2023] Flowers for You
[Valentines’ Writers Comp 2023] Flowers for You
[Valentines’ Writers Comp 2023] Latibule
[Valentines’ Writers Comp 2023] Latibule

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News
Physics students had a break from school with Physics Phun Day at Knotts Berry Farm where they saw physics in the world of roller coasters and excitement.
Physics "phun" day opens the field of physics in a place of amusement
Ibrahim Saxe • March 21, 2023

Physics "Phun" Day is a rare opportunity for physics students to enjoy themselves in the legacy of Sir Issac Newton, the person who devised the concept of Physics. On Thursday March 9th, physics students at Ayala were able to revive this annual field...

Spanish Club representatives Martin (11) and Miguel Lizardi (10) share their experience in the program with incoming freshmen who show interest in some day joining.
8th Grade Night entices new students to discover their interests
Elaine Kuang, Staff Writer
Registration for classes has students questioning what classes they might want to take for next year.
New AP classes open a door of opportunities for students
Ibrahim Saxe
Students get excited in anticipation as the announcement of an enchanted garden is the theme of 2023 prom.
Enchanted garden themed prom excites students for end of year festivities
Elaine Kuang
As students leave 3rd period, snow begins to fall on campus. This was a special surprise for students during the passing period.
[Photo Essay] Snow gives students a break after harsh rain
Ibrahim Saxe
Features
Seniors Kirsten Linton (left) and Grace Quinones show off their respective Cars and Paw Patrol backpacks. As part of the recent inner child trend, seniors nationwide are choosing to sport elementary-school backpacks to celebrate their nostalgic childhoods.
Exploring the childishness of today's teens
Wren Bulawin, Open Canvas Manager, Assistant Features Editor • March 16, 2023

High school and late adolescence is a time of great maturity. From learning to withstand peer pressure to applying for part-time jobs and colleges,...

The easiest 2-ingredient everything bagels that are absolutely irresistible!
Healthy baked goods that will leave you feeling ready for any part of your day
Olivia Mendoza • March 15, 2023

I love my sweets just as much as the next person, but sometimes it can just be too much. All of the processed sugar, artificial dye, gluten,...

Sports
Only 8 teams remain in the 2023 World Baseball Classic after pool play.
2023 World Baseball Classic Pool Round 1 recap; Japan and Venezuela steamroll while Dominican Republic and Korea dissapoint
Avery Rosas, Sports Editor • March 17, 2023

The first games of the 2023 World Baseball Classic began on March 7th and lasted until just last night on March 15th, giving baseball fans a...

Varsity golf wins first league match after two consecutive losses
Varsity golf wins first league match after two consecutive losses
Elisabeth Lee, Staff Writer • March 17, 2023

On Thursday, March 16, Ayala boys varsity golf competed in their first league match against Colony High School. The competition occurred over...

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Arts & Entertainment
2023 Oscar Predictions
2023 Oscar Predictions
Sayee Deshmukh • March 12, 2023

The world of cinema will blow up in a frenzy, as on Sunday, March 12, 2023, the 95th annual Academy Awards will occur. This year, hits such as Everything Everywhere all at Once, Top Gun: Maverick, All Quiet on the Western Front, and Elvis are nominated...

[Artist Spotlight] Adam Gutierrez turns his imagination into reality
[Artist Spotlight] Adam Gutierrez turns his imagination into reality
Cody Flores
[Recap] The Last of Us E4: Please Hold My Hand
[Recap] "The Last of Us" E4: "Please Hold My Hand"
Cody Flores and Angelique Taylor
Benefit Concert allows Ayala choir to give back to a close cause
Benefit Concert allows Ayala choir to give back to a close cause
Avery Rosas, Sports Editor
SeaWorld tributes Southern culture with Mardi Gras celebration
SeaWorld tributes Southern culture with Mardi Gras celebration
Cody Flores
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Only 8 teams remain in the 2023 World Baseball Classic after pool play.
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The Arts for Golden Hearts project helped me realize that I love to help encourage people in different ways. I’ve been kind of sticking to the theme of helping others in different capacities throughout high school ever since, Lauryn Park (11) said.
Bulldogs of Ayala: Blooming for Love
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Hardworking. Inspiring. Helpful. Kind. These are some of the many words both Lauryn Park’s (11) teachers and peers have used to describe her.  Going...

“I think [music] was an outlet for me, especially to grow not only as a musician, but as a person. Growing up with the music and then knowing other people who had the same interest as me helped me grow and bond with [choir friends] as well, said Daphne Master (12).
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Katie Cheng (12) resting in the snow while snowboarding at Whistler Blackcomb, Canada in December 2021.
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