Posts by Monica Aviles

Monica Aviles ('21) is a senior, and is in her second year of writing for the arts & entertainment section. The majority of her writing revolves around culture, activism, and different forms of art. Outside of the Gigantea, Monica is on the girl's wrestling team, president of the asl club, and is involved with many other clubs like Red Ink. You can reach her by email at monic.av3959@vusd.us

March 31, 2020 / Arts and Entertainment, Monica Aviles

Honoring Female Artists

This month is Women’s History month to celebrate or honor women’s accomplishments and contributions. March has been Women’s history month since 1987, and continues to be celebrated in the United […]
February 21, 2020 / Arts and Entertainment, Monica Aviles

African Americans in the Art of Music

Black History Month or African American History Month, is an annual celebration in February. People from all around, (most commonly in the U.S.) celebrate African American successes and history. It […]
February 14, 2020 / Arts and Entertainment, Monica Aviles

Where Did Valentine’s Day Come From?

By: Monica Aviles Every holiday originates from somewhere, whether it’s Halloween or Thanksgiving. Today is Valentine’s Day and also Love Week, meaning, dress up days, creative posters, and candy grams. […]
February 3, 2020 / Column, Monica Aviles

Greetings From Around the World

By: Monica Aviles Specific greetings and culture beliefs are very important to many cultures and/or countries around the world. When meeting someone new or greeting relatives in the U.S, most […]
February 2, 2020

Interpreting This Year’s Musical
December 31, 2019

Girl’s Wrestling Takes Second Place at Home Tournament
December 4, 2019

Thanksgiving and Native Americans
November 20, 2019

Participants Gather at the “All That We Share” Event
November 7, 2019

The Importance of Deaf Culture and ASL
October 29, 2019

Students Take Action On Anti – Bullying Awareness Month