As more high school students enroll in college classes, the meaning of “rigor” and academic excellence is shifting. Dual enrollment isn’t just replacing AP courses; it’s redefining what it means to be college-ready.
Kavya Thakrar
Kavya Thakrar is a junior at Legacy Magnet Academy. She is the editor-in-chief of her school’s first student-led journalism program and newsletter, The Tide Times. She is also the author of Bows and Ties, a first-person journalism book featuring interviews with 19 women across diverse career fields, exploring a modern definition of sisterhood. Kavya has partnered with schools to lead youth storytelling and journalism workshops, encouraging younger students to find confidence through writing.
She is actively involved with the UCI Ethics Center, where she serves as a student researcher and teaching assistant, contributing to published research recognized at the Tobis Day Conference. In her free time, Kavya enjoys drinking matcha, reading poetry, watching films from the Golden Age of Hollywood, and going to the beach.
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Review: Erewhon, a taste of L.A.’s celebrity grocery scene
Known for its celebrity-endorsed products and outrageous prices, Erewhon has become the go-to grocery store for LA’s elite. But is it worth the controversy and global hype? I decided to test the market and try some of their most famous items. From Hailey Bieber’s viral collagen-packed smoothie to the fan-favorite buffalo cauliflower, I explored whether this luxury grocery store lives up to its reputation, or if it’s all just an expensive illusion.
Decoding spiritual trends: the inside scoop
Manifestation specialist and tarot counselor addresses all things spirituality such as tarot card readings, the power of manifestation and removing self-limiting beliefs.