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The homecoming theme this year has been revealed on @ayalabulldognews Instagram. The theme is supposed to be Once Upon A Time which mostly pertains to Disney, since Disney is enjoyable to most students and the coordinators want to show while they set up homecoming. about Disney. “I really like the homecoming theme. I like how they put Disney in it… I think its really cute.” Mia Maldonado (10) said.
‘Once Upon a Time’ Homecoming is set to be the best one yet
The 2022-2023 Advanced Dance team spends a day at Disneyland after attending their annual Disneyland dance workshop on Friday, September 22nd. The dancers spent the day bonding together, while exploring the parks as well. Pictured: Emma fox (10), Trudy Chang (10), Joy Zhu (11), Aubrey Navarro (11), Kamila Tatum (10), Jayda Darwin (10), Ara Ko (12), Maiah Torres (11), Mariam Senno (12), Anmary Bautista (12), Falon Avalenda, Jesselen Prieto (12)
Delayed Disneyland trip for previous advanced dance students calls upon for more funding
Freshmen in Mr. Gibson’s 5th period Honors Biology class prepare for their upcoming exam. These students had just taken the Unit 0 Exam and instead of dwelling on the past, students are focused on what the next exam will hold.
Is “Unit 0 Biology Exam” first of many difficult exams to come?
The sudden stationing of new security guards has left some students startled, however their presence ensures the safety and proper behavior of the school environment.
Security guard increase leaves students wondering reason behind decision 
The current French classroom, two years before the program shuts down all together.
French program to come to an end after 15 years
After school, The Shoppes, located in Chino Hills, is filled with students spending time with their friends. “I like to go to the Shoppes because it gives me time to study and I get to hang out with friends too,” Micah Luck (12) said.
Is The Shoppes cool anymore?
中秋佳节! (Translation: Happy Mid-Autumn Festival!) The Mid-Autumn Festival is rapidly approaching and many people are wondering what the festival is all about. From lanterns to mooncakes, the Mid-Autumn Festival is a time for celebrating family and friends.
Mooncakes, lanterns, and legends: unwrapping the Mid-Autumn Festival
Shoes can tell a lot about an individual’s personality. Many shoes are versatile enough to pair with many different types of outfits an individual wears, and can really add style and emphasis to an outfit.
What your shoes say about you
The One Piece live-action series became popular on Netflix, reaching #1 on the TV series charts and brings recognition to both the fans who have watched the original series and the newer viewers.
One Piece live-action series hits charts on Netflix [spoilers]
With Filipino American History Month (FAHM) up and coming, Filipinos all over the nation come together to celebrate this momentous occasion.
Bringing awareness to Filipino American History month
Starting quarterback Max Barroso in this photo is seen throwing a pass to one of our Bulldog wide receivers to help Ayala win the Battle of the Bone game. This game was held on September 15 against the Chino Hills Huskies.
Maximus Barroso: New starting QB shares first Battle for the Bone experience
Backed with the support of almost one thousand students and parents, Ayala fought hard to protect their trophy for the sixth straight year on Battle for the Bone. As players stormed the field, roars from the stands shook the field and the freshly painted turf.
The bone stays home, Ayala wins sixth in a row
Ada Rivera (10) demonstrates the abilities of female athletes as she prepares to spike a ball. Rivera was motivated by the Womens Nebraska Volleyball Game to perform to the best of her abilities and was inspired by the attendance at the game.
Women’s Nebraska Volleyball Game attendance sparks passion into female Bulldogs
Our varsity football team emerges from the famous Bulldog inflatable in a showcase at our most recent rally. During the introduction, players held and displayed the Battle for the Bone trophy they had earned the year prior, hoping to keep it this year as well.
Battle for the Bone: A short yet decorated history
Jacob Baty (number 74) getting set for an upcoming play with his loyal teammates by his side. Football means hard work and dedication, pride in your team, your family, said Baty.
Jacob Baty: From a family tradition to a football brotherhood
Starting quarterback Max Barroso in this photo is seen throwing a pass to one of our Bulldog wide receivers to help Ayala win the Battle of the Bone game. This game was held on September 15 against the Chino Hills Huskies.
Maximus Barroso: New starting QB shares first Battle for the Bone experience
Jacob Baty (number 74) getting set for an upcoming play with his loyal teammates by his side. Football means hard work and dedication, pride in your team, your family, said Baty.
Jacob Baty: From a family tradition to a football brotherhood
Benjamin Lin proves to be a benefit for the freshman football team this past fall.
Benjamin Lin’s passion motivates him for high sport achievements
Enrique Ybañez (12) looks on from the sidelines at his teammates on our varsity football team.
Enrique Ybañez: Lifelong dedication finds success in two sports
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
9 teams will meet in Arizona to compete for a Pac-12 championship.
Pac-12 College Softball Playoffs creates anticipation and eagerness
Seattle will host the All-Star Game for the first time since 2001. The last time they hosted, they ended the season with an MLB-record 116 wins.
BDT’s Way-Too-Early MLB All-Star Predictions
On April 9, Jon Rahm is declared the 2023 Masters champion. [from left to right] Golfers Jordan Spieth, Sam Bennett, Phil Mickleson, and Brooks Koepka also compete in the Masters, hoping to secure a major win.
The 87th annual Masters Tournament brings history, controversy, and anticipation
Japan steamrolled their way to a World Baseball Classic title by going undefeated in pool and knockout stages.
2023 World Baseball Classic Champions: Japan’s spotless tournament is one for the ages
Only 8 teams remain in the 2023 World Baseball Classic after pool play.
2023 World Baseball Classic Round 1 recap: Japan, Venezuela steamroll while Dominican Republic, Korea disappoint
Backed with the support of almost one thousand students and parents, Ayala fought hard to protect their trophy for the sixth straight year on Battle for the Bone. As players stormed the field, roars from the stands shook the field and the freshly painted turf.
The bone stays home, Ayala wins sixth in a row
Our varsity football team emerges from the famous Bulldog inflatable in a showcase at our most recent rally. During the introduction, players held and displayed the Battle for the Bone trophy they had earned the year prior, hoping to keep it this year as well.
Battle for the Bone: A short yet decorated history
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
(left to right) Karson Zavala, Gigi Gonzalez, Tehya Banks, and Lauren Reddel were honored in a post game senior celebration.
Varsity seniors make their senior night memorable in a double header
Ayala Varsity golf wins their match against Colony by a staggering 50 strokes and moves to first place in league
Ayala Varsity Golf moves to tie for first in league after win
All seven seniors and their families were present for a final commemoration of their time with Varsity Baseball.
Seniors honored in Varsity Baseball blowout of Glendora
Ayala varsity golf barely wins their league match by one stroke and stay at first place in league
Ayala Boys Varsity Golf wins league match by 1 stroke
Ayala Varsity golf loses their league match against Claremont by eight strokes, leading to their second consecutive league defeat of the season.
Boys Varsity Golf suffers 2nd league loss against Claremont
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
Although our 11 seniors will be leaving soon, their contributions to the publication and classroom will not be forgotten.
Seniors of BDT: A proper farewell
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
Draw This In Your Style May 2023 Contest Finalists
“Draw This In Your Style” May 2023 Contest Finalists
[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
[Playlist] Cozy Autumn Vibes
[Playlist] Cozy Autumn Vibes
[Playlist] Spooky Scary Halloween
[Playlist] Spooky Scary Halloween
[Playlist] Hispanic Heritage Month
[Playlist] Hispanic Heritage Month
[Episode 2] Fast fashion on the environment
[Episode 2] Fast fashion on the environment
Welcome to Trending Topics where we talk about trends that are actually harmful to humans and the environment! Listen to our first episode out right now on Spotify!
[Episode 1] Tiktok is causing shorter attention spans

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Starting quarterback Max Barroso in this photo is seen throwing a pass to one of our Bulldog wide receivers to help Ayala win the Battle of the Bone game. This game was held on September 15 against the Chino Hills Huskies.
Athletes of Ayala
Maximus Barroso: New starting QB shares first Battle for the Bone experience
Ayushka Chethan, Staff Writer • September 28, 2023

“Something I live by and was told my whole life is hard work beats talent,” Max Barroso (11), quarterback of varsity football, shares, as...

After school, The Shoppes, located in Chino Hills, is filled with students spending time with their friends. “I like to go to the Shoppes because it gives me time to study and I get to hang out with friends too,” Micah Luck (12) said.
Features
Is The Shoppes cool anymore?
Rachel Dunn, Assistant Features Editor • September 28, 2023

The Shoppes in Chino Hills is a local shopping center that many high schoolers go to after school. This popular hang-out spot is famous for stores...

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The 2022-2023 Advanced Dance team spends a day at Disneyland after attending their annual Disneyland dance workshop on Friday, September 22nd. The dancers spent the day bonding together, while exploring the parks as well. Pictured: Emma fox (10), Trudy Chang (10), Joy Zhu (11), Aubrey Navarro (11), Kamila Tatum (10), Jayda Darwin (10), Ara Ko (12), Maiah Torres (11), Mariam Senno (12), Anmary Bautista (12), Falon Avalenda, Jesselen Prieto (12)
Delayed Disneyland trip for previous advanced dance students calls upon for more funding
Jiaying Hou, Assistant News Editor • September 27, 2023

On Friday, September 22nd, the 2022-2023 Ayala advanced dance team participated in a Disney Dance workshop, showing the importance of fundraisers and team bondings.  The 2022-203 advanced dance team took part in multiple shows last year alongside...

Freshmen in Mr. Gibson’s 5th period Honors Biology class prepare for their upcoming exam. These students had just taken the Unit 0 Exam and instead of dwelling on the past, students are focused on what the next exam will hold.
Is "Unit 0 Biology Exam" first of many difficult exams to come?
Aniya Grant, Staff Writer
The sudden stationing of new security guards has left some students startled, however their presence ensures the safety and proper behavior of the school environment.
Security guard increase leaves students wondering reason behind decision 
Janelle Lim, Staff Writer
The current French classroom, two years before the program shuts down all together.
French program to come to an end after 15 years
Roxy Kalantari, Staff Writer
Freshman president and vice president contenders Don Kumar and Lucas Liu advertise their posters to promote their campaigns in the freshman officer election.
Ayala launches into new school year with freshman class officer elections
Lia Dimapasok, Staff Writer
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The One Piece live-action series became popular on Netflix, reaching #1 on the TV series charts and brings recognition to both the fans who have watched the original series and the newer viewers.
One Piece live-action series hits charts on Netflix [spoilers]
Kaitlyn Angeles, Staff Writer • September 27, 2023

The One Piece live-action series was released on August 31 and quickly became ranked number one on the Netflix TV series charts in multiple countries....

With Filipino American History Month (FAHM) up and coming, Filipinos all over the nation come together to celebrate this momentous occasion.
Bringing awareness to Filipino American History month
Lia Dimapasok, Staff Writer • September 27, 2023

As October unfolds, communities across the United States join in celebrating Filipino American History Month (FAHM), a time to honor the rich...

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Mr. Wilcox accompanied Canyon Hills drumline students to the Dark Skys 2023 home show at Corona High School. He still teaches drumline at Canyon Hills and Ayala to stay involved with the students of his old middle school and high school. Pictured left to right: Eve Vogel Evangelista (9), Raina Lee (9), Wesley Yim (9), Annika Lim (8), Dean Chiu (9), Alyssa Mao (9), Cindy Liu (9), Rayen Cheng (9), Jaiden Rivas (9), Hannah Luu (9), Xindi You (9), Maksim Agars (9), Eric Wilcox, Mikayla Mendiola

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Ada Rivera (10) demonstrates the abilities of female athletes as she prepares to spike a ball. Rivera was motivated by the Womens Nebraska Volleyball Game to perform to the best of her abilities and was inspired by the attendance at the game.

Women’s Nebraska Volleyball Game attendance sparks passion into female Bulldogs • 1548 Views

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(From left) Crew members Emma Klose and Olivia Galindo showcase their playful personalities and happy attitudes while on their shifts. All employees show up to work with a smile on their faces, ready to serve their customers. “Trader Joe’s is my first job and I love it because of the great work environment,” Emma Klose said.

The secret behind Trader Joe's notoriously happy workers • 569 Views

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CAVA fills up with customers as lunch time rolls around. On Sunday, Aug. 27, families and friends gather at CAVA for Mediterranean food and quality time with one another. The line wraps around the store as customers line up to customize their bowls.

CAVA may just be the new hangout spot in Chino Hills • 423 Views

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Our varsity football team emerges from the famous Bulldog inflatable in a showcase at our most recent rally. During the introduction, players held and displayed the Battle for the Bone trophy they had earned the year prior, hoping to keep it this year as well.

Battle for the Bone: A short yet decorated history • 206 Views

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The sudden stationing of new security guards has left some students startled, however their presence ensures the safety and proper behavior of the school environment.

Security guard increase leaves students wondering reason behind decision  • 177 Views

Sports
Starting quarterback Max Barroso in this photo is seen throwing a pass to one of our Bulldog wide receivers to help Ayala win the Battle of the Bone game. This game was held on September 15 against the Chino Hills Huskies.
Maximus Barroso: New starting QB shares first Battle for the Bone experience
Ayushka Chethan, Staff Writer • September 28, 2023

“Something I live by and was told my whole life is hard work beats talent,” Max Barroso (11), quarterback of varsity football, shares, as...

Backed with the support of almost one thousand students and parents, Ayala fought hard to protect their trophy for the sixth straight year on Battle for the Bone. As players stormed the field, roars from the stands shook the field and the freshly painted turf.
The bone stays home, Ayala wins sixth in a row
Avery Rosas, Editor-in-Chief, Sports Editor • September 19, 2023

(Read about the history of this historic matchup here, and a related personality profile on one of the varsity football athletes here!) Flyers...

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