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VOLUME CMLVII September 27, 2019 The Torrance High School Newspaper News Torch Lighting the Way to Torrance High School Since 1922 HOWDY TO THE NEW YEAR FUN DAY AT CLUB DAY BY EDUARDO BENITEZ Another Club Info Day showed a certain perspicacity in their re- graced Torrance High School with its cruiting skills. Kitzia Lopez, President of presence as students focked to join Nurturing Future Generation Club, said, “I several clubs involving volunteer hope everyone fnds what is best suited for hours or interests and hobbies. them.” Inter-Club-Council Representative, KIWIN’S, Maroon Monsoon, Reyna Flores, opined, “Club Info Day is and others actively recruit new members important because all clubs are represent- for opportunities from “fresh” applicants. ed and the students are exposed to organi- Other clubs like Chess Club, Club The- zations.” It is great to hear so many pos- Howdy Dance atre, and Random Acts of Kindness Club itive thoughts on this very popular event. Seniors Jett Hayes and Mihir Menon gained notoriety through the experience. Club Info Day was benefcial for Photo Courtesy of: Members passed out fyers, hop- spreading solidarity and good cheer among Photo Courtesy of: Alice Lee ing to elicit new members. Some members the ranks of the enrolled student body. Austin Bunuan GIDDY UP WITH THE TARTARS BY ALICE LEE The Howdy Dance “giddied” in the main gym of Torrance High School on Regardless, the students put on a smile and took their energy to the gym and September 13. The frst dance of the school year is normally different from the rest. gyrated. Mosh pits ensued and students were jumping into each other to every song. DJ Associated Student Body Director, Mr. Nathan Jones, says the howdy Emerson played songs like “Go Loko” by YG, “My Type” by Saweetie, and lots of others. dance doesn’t have a theme. It’s a “welcome back to school” dance occuring after the Freshman Sophia Zepeda attended her frst dance frst football home game. The idea is to spend time with fellow classmates and dance. and said,“It was defnitely different from middle school.” Zepe- The dance featured casual attire, like tank tops and jeans. Attendance was da preferred different song choices, but enjoyed her experience regardless. good because the admittance was a reasonable $5.00. The Maroon Monsoon club She plans to attend other school dances as the howdy dance made a theme for that night: USA! The football team played against Santa Paula High was memorable.The frst dance was a success with good attendance. School. The varsity team put forth an amazing effort but lost by forty-two points. THS is confdent the next football games and dances will be successes! Photo Courtesy of: RED MEETS YELLOW Austin Bunuan & Alex Simon BY DAEZSA PASION Sophia Baik (9), Keri Tanaka Welcome, class of 2023, to buddy under their wing. The gym Torrance High School! THS has given was packed, but ASB and the Senior (12), and Irish Spellacy (9) you a spirited introduction through the Class Council helped to make the annual Senior/Freshman Buddy Week, meet and greet a smooth operation. which occurred September 9 through The week was flled with 13 in various venues on campus. fun activities coordinated by the Se- Anticipation rose and excite- nior Class Council. These activities ment soared during the weeks between included “bring your Freshman bud- registration and the end of the second dy to lunch” and “match with your week of school. Vincent Cabrera, Se- buddy” day. This gave Senior and nior Class President, said he and Kea- Freshman buddies a chance to get la Fitisemanu, Senior Class Activities, to know one another while giving paired up the buddies using answers to the Class of 2023 a warm welcome. an interest survey asking about places As a Senior buddy my- students general questions of interest. self, I look back on my Freshman On September 9, the bud- year, wishing I had participated in this dies gathered in the main gym for a event. Freshman year is daunting for meet and greet. The Freshmen were many people, so having someone who elated to be paired with their Senior has more experience on your side is buddies, eager to meet someone who more comforting than facing the frst Sarah Kim (9) andLois Kim (12) can help guide them through the inner year alone. So, Juniors, by the time workings of high school life. The Fresh- Senior registration arrives, please Photo Courtesy of: men outnumbered the Seniors, and a don’t miss the opportunity to sign up Austin Bunuan & Alex Simon few kind Seniors took more than one for Senior/Freshman Buddy Week! TURN THE PAGE! NEWS! PAGE 2 ENTERTAINMENT Have you talked to any of the foreign exchange students yet? Hear about Have you seen the VMA’s? what they think Go check out our VMA’s about THS on Page 2! Best Looks column on STUDENT LIFE PAGE 3 Page 4! Did you see the Chase Take a look at our frst Bank fre? Read more about comic of this year on the it on Page 3! same page! 2 STUDENT LIFE September 27, 2019 OPENING GAME FACE TO FACE BY KAYLA COLLINS PROVES IMPROVEMENT Blemishes and pim- pimple or blemish directly. BY DAEZSA PASION ples are a common occurrence Then you can sleep and - boom Lights illumina- Coach Hollis and the team with high school students. These - it’s like it was never there. ted the Zamperini Stadium were eager on the feld, products will help relieve you of Here’s a reassuring review from feld as Torrance High School hoping for a good game. those breakouts. Let’s start with a M.Ksmith from Buzzfeed: “Usu- “kicked off” the football sea- Junior Mat Mccomas clay mask, especially the Aztec se- ally it takes days to [reduce son on Friday, September 6 led the team as quarterback. He Photo courtesy of: Daezsa Pasion cret Indian Bentonite healing clay. the blemish], but this literally against Leuzinger High School. made various and sundry plays Clay masks are took one night.” The reviewer Students, faculty, throughout the game, main- Home Football game vs. Leuzinger fast acting masks to help dry suggested trying a fast-acting and avid football supporters ly consisting of throws to the out and alleviate of your ble- drying lotion. This is recom- gathered to watch the frst home team’s receivers. 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Sarah K. on Buzz- Pep Squad, Color Guard, and dent Ndoye will return quickly. My skin also tigh- feed had to say,“ I usually can’t Concert Band went buzzing With two minutes and tens and takes on a youthful wear balms because they affect with energy all evening. The nineteen seconds left in the fourth glow. The results last for about my extremely acne-prone, oily crowd was electrifed as the quarter, Leuzinger scored the fnal a week or a little longer.” You skin... a night of this balm reco- Varsity Football Team ran onto touchdown. The 0-48 loss was a can fnd this product on Amazon vers my skin back to normal.” the home feld for the premier real disappointment, but despite the for $10. This is recommended It’s a great product time this season. Pandamonium! loss, the Tartar Nation was still in for oily to combo skin. because it’s easily accessible At times we are too and can be found at your local THS Varsity Football good spirits for the rest of the game. Photo courtesy of: Coach Rock Hollis said: “We “We are looking forward to impro- busy and we can’t wait 10-20 mi- Target for $15. All of these pro- were, and still are, [excited] that ving our play,” Coach Hollis said, Urban Outftters nutes for the clay masks to dry. ducts are fast acting and have That’s okay. Drying lotions are ef- great results. They are afforda- we fnally got the opportunity to “and showing what the true Tartar Mario Badescu Drying Lotion play in front of the home crowd.” Spirit is all about.” Go, Tartars! fective in applying to an irritated ble and great for everyday use. SENIOR BRUNCH MUNCH BY JESSICA TANG Torrance High School organized its Activities Director Nathan Jones stated, “The annual Senior Brunch at the Senior Patio on Sep- turn out is solid, with lots of smiles. High tember 13 to start off the Seniors’ fnal year. The school will be fun if you put in the work. You Brunch went from 7 AM to the morning bell. will remember these events when you’re ol- ASB served bagels, donuts, and der.” Over 100 students gathered around the pastries of every type to satisfy varied tastes.