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

Kaitlyn El-Sayegh, Editor-in-Chief

All content by Kaitlyn El-Sayegh

“Billboard Top Hits”-themed Dance I Showcase features 100 performers

Kaitlyn El-Sayegh, Editor-in-Chief
April 19, 2023
During eighth period world history Aug. 24, Mrs. Katie Staggs teaches about the varieties of governments around the world. Photo by Keira Wong.

World history teacher Mrs. Katie Staggs returns to campus after three years

Gabby Aoun, Sofia Dunmore, Kaitlyn El-Sayegh, Julia Leveron Hidalgo, Desiree Montejano, and Keira Wong
August 25, 2022
Working in his office July 28, Principal Scott Collins adapts to his recently-acquired position and plans for the upcoming school year. Photo by Kaitlyn El-Sayegh

Principal Scott Collins prepares for new school year, adjusts to new position

Kaitlyn El-Sayegh, Francheska Pontillas, and Julia Cuyos
August 9, 2022

Sweets For Reads members host summer-themed reading event at Rock Creek Elementary

Kaitlyn El-Sayegh, Editor-in-Chief
May 29, 2022
In the main office, principal’s secretary Mrs. Tamara Fernandes and principal Mr. Justin Cutts discuss upcoming meetings and deadlines. Photo by Sofia McMaster

BREAKING NEWS: Principal Mr. Justin Cutts accepts Yuba City Unified School District job offer, will not return next school year

Kaitlyn El-Sayegh and Sofia McMaster
May 11, 2022
During an ice cream party celebration, Olivia Roberts embraces Mrs. Penny Shelton. Shelton threw the party as a way to say goodbye to her students and celebrate her transition from teaching to the assistant principal role. She will be starting her new position Sept. 27. Photo by Sofia McMaster.

Science teacher Mrs. Penny Shelton begins new admin role

Sofia McMaster, Kaitlyn El-Sayegh, Aaryan Midha, Karis Weiss, and Julia Cuyos
September 27, 2021
“Macbeth” leads Armaan Sharma (top left), Melia Lambert (top right), Morgan Kazel (bottom left) and Rayan Oghabian (bottom right). Photos by Kaitlyn El-Sayegh.

Theatre program’s fall play ‘Macbeth’ opens new experiences, connections

Kayleigh Butler, Kaitlyn El-Sayegh, and Reese Moracco
September 5, 2021
Athletic secretary Mrs. Carrie Schlenz works with athletic intern Emily Beasley during second lunch Sept. 1. Photo by Kaitlyn El-Sayegh.

As Feuerbach departs, staff prepares for new athletic director, assistant principal

Kaitlyn El-Sayegh and Sofia McMaster
September 1, 2021
After 16 years as a part of the Whitney Faculty, Mr. Jason Feuerbach announces his departure for a new position as associate commissioner for the California Interscholastic Federation Sac-Joaquin Section (SJS). Photo by Sofia McMaster.

Athletic director and assistant principal Mr. Jason Feuerbach announces departure after accepting CIF position

Sofia McMaster and Kaitlyn El-Sayegh
August 22, 2021
On Dec. 14 at 10:50 p.m, The RUSD Board of Trustees deliberates proposed plans for the districts next steps in implementing a school format.

BREAKING NEWS: RUSD Board of Trustees votes to implement a.m./p.m. schedule Jan. 19

Kaitlyn El-Sayegh and Sofia McMaster
December 15, 2020
Najeeb Khan’s three-monitor gaming setup, which he uses to compete for Valorant Esports games, competitions and scrimmages. Photo by Najeeb Khan.

Newly-established Esports team practices, competes for tournaments

Alyssa Eimer and Kaitlyn El-Sayegh
November 25, 2020
Students on what is currently bothering them

Students on what is currently bothering them

Trinity Barker, Dylan de Valk, Alyssa Eimer, Kaitlyn El-Sayegh, and Ashley Granados
November 17, 2020
Melanie Garcia dresses as a ghost while reading a book for a TikTok-inspired photoshoot. Photo by Elisha Tapangan.

Social distance-friendly activities help students safely celebrate the fall season

and Kaitlyn El-Sayegh
October 13, 2020
Adalie Bucher waves while FaceTiming her friends outside. Photo by Grace Trammell.

Students socialize with their friends through lunchtime phone calls

Alyssa Eimer, Kaitlyn El-Sayegh, and Grace Trammell
August 26, 2020
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