Lauren Pak

Lauren Pak

Hi! I'm Lauren Pak and I am a senior at Westlake High School. I am currently the editor-in-chief of my high school newspaper and was chosen as graphics editor my junior year.
Opinion: Small schools rule

Opinion: Small schools rule

February is a nerve-wracking time where seniors have finished their college applications and must wait until March for results to come out. Whether your goal is to obtain a full ride to Harvard or major in biochemistry at Princeton, with the Ivy leagues having around...

Opinion: Let’s stand against standardized testing

Opinion: Let’s stand against standardized testing

Imagine a scenario where after religiously devoting your entire summer to SAT prep, you finally get that 1500 on a practice test, so you sign up for the SAT on Nov. 2. Despite your past record of mid-1300s, this one score boosts your confidence. Despite missing over...

Opinion: Thankful for Thanksgiving

Opinion: Thankful for Thanksgiving

Imagine this: your mom is seasoning a juicy turkey and the doorbell rings. You open the door and all 24 of your relatives look at you with wide smiles, each carrying a fragrant, mouth-watering dish. Everyone greets each other and gathers at the dinner table, stuffing...