The student news site of Whitney High School in Rocklin, Calif.

Whitney Update
The student news site of Whitney High School in Rocklin, Calif.

Whitney Update
The student news site of Whitney High School in Rocklin, Calif.

Whitney Update
Nikhita Tandon

Nikhita Tandon, Staff Writer

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Concert Choir, Jazz Band combine for May 24 concert

Nikhita Tandon, Staff Writer
May 26, 2022
During the first round of staff COVID testing on the week of Oct. 18, principal’s secretary Mrs. Tamara Fernandes hands her swab to RUSD Health Official Mrs. Lindsey Williams for her weekly surveillance test. Photo by Francheska Pontillas.

Staff shares their experiences with weekly COVID-19 test and vaccinations

Ariana Malata, Francheska Pontillas, and Nikhita Tandon
October 26, 2021
On Sept. 16 after school, the dance team practices for their Quarry Bowl performance, which will include a combined kickline with Rocklin High’s dance team. Photo by Sara Kaulahao

Dance, cheer and marching band groups practice for first Quarry Bowl performances in two years

Francheska Pontillas and Nikhita Tandon
September 17, 2021
During the morning rally, students pose in their Quarry Bowl T-shirts designed by Mandi Pinkerton. Photo by Reese Moracco.

Graphics student Mandi Pinkerton designs 11th annual Quarry Bowl shirt

Reese Moracco, Francheska Pontillas, and Nikhita Tandon
September 17, 2021
Kiana Kim completes a club application in the library to establish The Human Rights Advocacy Club. Club applications ended Sept. 1. Photo by Nikhita Tandon.

Students, staff, and club members prepare for the first Club Rush since spring of 2020

Sara Kaulahao, Katie Lacy, and Nikhita Tandon
September 5, 2021
Christmas sugar cookies. Photo by Jonathan Meyer from Pexels.

Staffer rates Top 5 traditional seasonal desserts

Nikhita Tandon, Staff Writer
December 19, 2020
Foreign films and shows make for new and refreshing watching experience when you have excess time on your hands. Photo by JESHOOTS.com from Pexels.

Eight marathon-ready foreign films and shows

Ariana Malata, Francheska Pontillas, and Nikhita Tandon
October 8, 2020
The quarantine experience for some students has been a stressful time. Photo by Andrea Piacquadio

Six months of quarantine impacts students’ lives

Ariana Malata, Francheska Pontillas, and Nikhita Tandon
September 21, 2020
On April 15, Honors Chemistry teacher Mrs. Kaitlin Torok posted an infographic on how students can improve their grade in chemistry. Photo by Nikhita Tandon.

Distance learning affects students and their ways to learn

Nikhita Tandon, Staff Writer
May 18, 2020
In February, students began signing up for next year’s classes. At Course Preview Day Jan. 31, they were able to learn about one class that changed drastically: senior mentoring. Photo by Grace Chang.

Senior mentor class changes vision for 2020-21 school year

Trinity Barker, Grace Chang, and Nikhita Tandon
February 14, 2020
Picnic with Pete: A photo slideshow of Democratic candidate's Sacramento visit

Picnic with Pete: A photo slideshow of Democratic candidate’s Sacramento visit

Trinity Barker, Ashley Granados, Angelina Morgan, and Nikhita Tandon
September 30, 2019
Presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg introduces himself to the crowd Sept. 29 in West Sacramento before participating in an audience-led question and answer session. The 37-year-old candidate and mayor of South Bend, Ind. spent 90 minutes on site for the "A Grassroots Picnic with Pete Buttigieg" event. Photo by Trinity Barker

Democratic presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg visits West Sacramento

Trinity Barker, Ashley Granados, Angelina Morgan, and Nikhita Tandon
September 30, 2019
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