The Dana Anchor

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Let the Battles Begin!

Let the Battles Begin!

Sophia Taylor, Co-Editor in Cheif September 18, 2023

Let the games begin! You heard it right, it's kickoff time for the school-wide competition, Battle of the Homerooms! This event kicks off September 18th, 2023, and ends that Friday the 22nd. This event...

Welcome Back!

Welcome Back!

Sophia Taylor, Co-Editor in Cheif August 16, 2023

Hello, new and returning students welcome to Dana! It’s the first week of school, classes are back in session, and it’s time to get back into your school schedule. Summer was a fun relaxing time, but...

6th Grades Final PBL Project

6th Grades Final PBL Project

Sophia Taylor, Co-Editor in Cheif June 5, 2023

That’s right! 6th successfully completed their second PBL project and showcased their restaurants on May 15 through the 16th. Then the finalists were announced at the end of the sixth period on Tuesday....

The Night of the Decade

The Night of the Decade

Sophia Taylor, Co-Editor in Chief June 5, 2023

Open house is one of the most important times of the school year. With every class showcasing their work, performances from students, parents, and students roaming around the school, and food trucks, what’s...

8th Grade PBL Final Showcase

8th Grade PBL Final Showcase

Nathalia Rabanales June 2, 2023

On May 3rd at 5 pm in Dana Middle School the top five finalists in 8th-grade magnet got to present their projects and presentations to the many families. All the roller coasters from the 8th-grade magnet...

Happy Pride Month!

Happy Pride Month!

Zoe Brodin June 2, 2023

Happy pride month everyone! It’s the month when the LGBTQ+ gets to shine. As we get ready to celebrate a lot of things are happening. For example, the Pride Parade is happening today! This will be where...

High School Clubs in San Pedro

High School Clubs in San Pedro

Anastasia Popov, Student June 2, 2023
Check out all San Pedro can offer with after school club activities for high schoolers etc!!
Farewell

Farewell

The Dana Anchor, Newspaper June 1, 2023
"The cycle will always continue"
Open House Preparations

Open House Preparations

Selma Gladich, student May 19, 2023

With the open house rapidly approaching our school, teachers and students scurry to prepare for this significant occasion. Each class will display the work that students have learned all year to the parents....

Gift Giving in May!

Gift Giving in May!

Valentina Barlow, Author May 3, 2023

     The month of May is quickly approaching and gift-giving is  The biggest struggle for Mother’s Day is getting the perfect gift for the motherly figure in your life.            ...

High School Programs

High School Programs

Nathalia Rabanales April 27, 2023

Do you know what high school you will attend after middle school? There are many exciting programs that you can apply for depending on what you enjoy. San Pedro High School offers many opportunities. Other...

AAUW TECH TREK (Featuring Interviews With Yours Truly: Celia Corrales and Sophia Taylor)

AAUW TECH TREK (Featuring Interviews With Yours Truly: Celia Corrales and Sophia Taylor)

April 25, 2023

   If you’re part of the 7th grade STEAM magnet you might've heard the rumors of the stay-away science camp. Well, that science camp is an all-girls camp called “Tech Trek.” This camp focuses on...

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