May 24, 2023 marked the fourth annual GALA Engineering Rocket Launch. Drawing many students out of their seventh periods to witness, this tradition is alive and well. I had the privilege of covering this...

Two important holidays happen on the same day. Firstly, Earth Day, a day centered on giving back to the earth by keeping it clean and educating ourselves about how we can keep it healthy. Second, Pi Day,...

These past few weeks, both GALA and Los Angeles High have mourned the loss of our beloved, bubbly, and kind librarian, Ms. Tikisha Harris. Ms. Harris helped GALA establish a proper school library, and...

Dear Senioritis, I’ve been struggling with you for a while now, in fact, I caught my viral case junior year. Some people (my therapist) call my relationship with you toxic. However, I think we are...

Launch Her Future is arguably the grandest of GALA’s annual fundraising events. It includes presentations, a breakfast, and guest speakers, but its main focus is the students of GALA themselves. Teachers...

Sometime last year, at some point in English class, I remember High School Counselor, Mrs. Hallinan, followed by a row of five 11th graders, stepping to the front of the class to tell us about our course...

On February 17th, GALA celebrated Black History Month with a seventh-period celebration to uplift the history, cultures, and contributions of African Americans. Black History Month honors all Black...

On Friday, January 27th, GALA held a fundraiser centering on the senior class. Though fundraisers are nothing new for GALA, the night at Moonlight Rollerway was “a night to remember” says Alexis Escuadro...

For the second year, GALA hosted a college boot camp that aimed to prepare current juniors for the college application process and experience. It’s a new tradition here, but it’s already in full swing....

The 2022-2023 basketball season here at GALA is fully underway, under the new instruction of coaches Carlin Bills and Ms. Petrich. Team captain Delia Mizrahi, class of 2023, says, “This season is exciting....

Each year, it is a tradition at GALA to host the Winter Concert in which the dance elective, choir, and a cappella group perform. Parents, students, and teachers are all encouraged to attend and support...