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Lady Vipers discuss the next play with their coaches during a recent "Pink Out" game. Photo used with permission by Louie Malave
Lady Vipers Prepping for Success Reveals Dedication
Verrado runner eagerly races towards the finish line during the final home stretch.
Cross Country Reveals Grit and Determination
All the senior girls gathered together for their last home game of the season.
Flag Football Senior Night Recap
Verrado badminton player smacks the birdie with her racket.
Viper Badminton #6 in AIA’s Rankings
Some of our lady vipers! From left to right; Kaitlynn Rioja #19 (Senior), Chloe Fink #17 (Senior), and Taehanie Scott #25 (Senior).
Verrado Flag Football Takes the Lead in Regionals
Reynold91, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Arcane Season 2 Overview Ep 1-3
티비텐, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
SANCTUARY: Tomorrow x Together’s Bold New Chapter
Conan comes out with a tank top and fur cape to sing "Bourgeoisieses".
Conan Gray Concert in AZ!!!
Kai, the guitarist of The Sisters of Mercy, preparing for their solo which took place moments afterward in the Van Buren.
Sisters of Mercy Live at The Van Buren
The poster outside of a Harkins of the feature-length film Joker: Folie à Deux.
Joker: Folie à Deux: A Sad Attempt At Being Interesting
The cover of the New York Times Bestseller from the classic Star Wars series by Timothy Zahn.
STAR WARS: Thrawn
Oscar Wilde’s most popular book transforms a gothic classic into a lesson to life.
The Picture of Dorian Gray – A Gothic Classic
One of Colleen Hoover's most popular and groundbreaking books put readers in a position where they have to read the sequel It Starts With Us
Colleen Hoover’s “It Ends With Us”
Promotional book cover for the George Takei novel about Japanese Americans during WWII.
They Called Us Enemy: A Lesson in Understanding & Acceptance
Promo Poster for the #BigLibraryRead that offers a free title on Nov. 2nd.
Get Excited for The New #BigLibraryRead
Photo courtesy of Netflix
Monsters: The Menendez Series
The new biopic Bob Marley One Love delves into the legend's legacy. Bob Marley by
Bob Marley | One Love
The Over The Garden Wall poster. The poster demonstrates the turbulent dynamic of the two brothers, Wirt and Greg, on their journey throughout the show. (Photo from Warner Bros. Television Studios)
You Should Watch “Over the Garden Wall” This Fall
(RECREATED) Screenshot from Kanye's reel that was posted on January 23rd, and archived a few days later
Vultures Official Release…. Dates?
Taylor Swift performed "I Knew You Were Trouble" during the Red portion of the Eras Tour on March 17.
Taylor Swift Kicks Off Tour in Eras-zona
Trump continuously utilizes dangerous rhetoric in his campaign.
The Dangerous Slope of Trump’s Rhetoric
Art created inspired by Tyler's new album "Chromakopia".
Unpacking Chromakopia: Tyler’s Bold New Canvas
After the recent debate, many are questioning if Donald Trump is really allowed to publicly say many of his claims?
Why Is He Allowed To Say That?: A Look At Trump’s Spreading Of Misinformation
Beau Wade from New York, NY, United States, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The Evolution of School Lunches: Are Our Options Actually Healthy?
Despite numerous tragedies, the American Government still hasn't officially passed any gun control laws.
Why Is America So Lenient On Gun Control?
Tia Dufour; Official White House Photo, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
The Election That Shook The U.S.
U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. -- Tesla Inc. Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk poses for a photograph with U.S. Air Force Academy Cadets in Mitchell Hall during a tour hosted by Superintendent Lt. Gen. Richard Clark on April 7, 2022. Musk met with Academy senior leadership and delivered remarks to a crowd of cadets and faculty. (U.S. Air Force photo by Justin R. Pacheco)
Elon Musk’s New Hobby: Politics
AZ Carshow showcases many different models of GT cars. Photo courtesy of Trenton Jankee.
The World of GT Cars & Modification
Gage Skidmore from Surprise, AZ, United States of America, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Arizona Last Again in School Funding: Are Vouchers the Problem?
All the student journalists from VHS present for the trip to AIPA at ASU Tempe
The Viper Times Celebrates the 75th anniversary of AIPA
Sophia Berger wearing her volleyball uniform, her family by her side. Photo courtesy of Vernon Beard.
Senior Volleyball Spotlight: Sophia Berger
The cast of CLUE reacts to the a spooky sound in the creepy old house.
Verrado Theatre does Clue!
The new turf field installed at Verrado Highschool!
Upgrades at Verrado
Students listen to the Dungeon Master set the scene for the club's latest campaign.
Dare to Venture into a Dungeon with Table Top Club?
In support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month NHS sold necklaces and ducks during lunch periods!
Breast Cancer Awareness Month at Verrado
Students listen to the Dungeon Master set the scene for the club's latest campaign.
Dare to Venture into a Dungeon with Table Top Club?
Students talking and drawing during Art Club.
Art Club is a Creative Place
Hispanic Honors Society meets to discuss the upcoming Club Rush at Verrado High School.
Join Hispanic Honors Society
Anime Club Members Amelia, Zoe, and Elyse
Anime Club Wants You To Join!
This is one of the buildings the 2023-2024 kids visited on the trip to Japan.
Unlocking the World: Verrado High School’s Epic Journey through Scotland, France, and England
Saucy Luke's won first place in a recent barbeque competition in Arizona. Courtesy of Orlando Ramos used with permission.
Saucy Luke’s Craft Barbeque
Bardot and Nadia talking to people about what they want in a relationship.
What Do People Look For In A Relationship?
District Honor Band at a recent performance included several Verrado musicians.
Verrado Students Perform In The Annual District Honor Band
Happy Holidays from one of the adorable Santa cows.
Santa Cows!
Make a statement with your jewelry this fall by choosing larger pieces.
Making Your Own Statement
Sophia Berger wearing her volleyball uniform, her family by her side. Photo courtesy of Vernon Beard.
Senior Volleyball Spotlight: Sophia Berger
Garren bumps the volleyball during a recent match for Verrado.
Garren Garcia Moving On To College Volleyball
Skylar Moreno
Senior Wrestler has College Plans
Jake Gonzales
Dear Verrado, it doesn’t last forever
Leaving The Pit
Leaving The Pit
Viper Sports Podcast recaps Verrado's Fall Season. (Graphic by Amelie De La Torre)
Viper Podcast
Allison and Aria watch the latest holiday movies. Graphic by Allison Rospierski
Merry Movie Marathon
The Viper Times True Crime podcast.
Cactus & Corpses Podcast
Students in Ms. McCloud's Freshman Experience class work to win Music Bingo.
Freshman Experience Explores Performing Arts
The Verrado Unified Basketball team assembles on the court to begin the annual gold and black game.
Promoting Inclusivity with Unified Sports Basketball
Viper Sports Podcast recaps Verrado's Fall Season. (Graphic by Amelie De La Torre)
Viper Podcast
Allison and Aria watch the latest holiday movies. Graphic by Allison Rospierski
Merry Movie Marathon
The Viper Times True Crime podcast.
Cactus & Corpses Podcast
Gabe Santiago and Elizabeth Martinez take a run at podcasting with an interesting take on the upcoming UFC fight.
UFC Predictions
Viper Podcast: The Flash Goes Missing In Crisis
Viper Podcast: The Flash Goes Missing In Crisis
Students in Ms. McCloud's Freshman Experience class work to win Music Bingo.
Freshman Experience Explores Performing Arts
The Verrado Unified Basketball team assembles on the court to begin the annual gold and black game.
Promoting Inclusivity with Unified Sports Basketball
Verrado High School Senior, Caleb Balos face painting at the community art walk in Buckeye, AZ. His talents add a lively addition to the project.
Buckeye Youth Council Senior Project Brings Art and Life Back to the Community
Verrado basketball stands for the Pledge of Allegiance, mentally preparing for their upcoming playoff game in which they are about to face Apollo High School
Verrado Basketball Finally Makes The Playoffs
Cover photo designed for "Final Buzzer: The Senior Season Farewell" made by Bryson Taylor
Final Buzzer: The Senior Season Farewell
Ms. Orth is working hard on some assignments for her students.
Historics Elements with Ms. Orth
Mrs. Sherman teaches a lesson on fibers, while students take notes.
Dive into the World of Crime Solving with Mrs. Sherman
Mrs. Summers helps her students in AP Language and Comprehension.
Literature and Leadership: The Dynamic Teaching of Mrs. Summers
Cooking is more than just food, it's an art style for some people!
Beyond The Plate: There’s More to Cooking Than The Ingredients
The Arizona State admissions representative coming to Verrado high school to talk to students about ASU admissions process and the fun opportunities ASU provides.
Which ASU Campus Is Right For You?
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Many students have more than one nationality and may be citizens in more than one country, but have decided to come to the United States of America in search of a better future.

Hispanic Immigrant Students Pursuit of Postsecondary Education Isn’t Easy

Emily Alvarez, Staff Writer
May 9, 2023
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