Here at Mendocino High School, we offer a variety of sports. Out of all of the sports, basketball is by far the most popular. Many players of the sport prioritize practices and activities related to the game, such as fantasy teams, extra practice, and rewatching game footage, rather than completing in-class activities and participating in […]
Fear of Perception
How often do students think about how others perceive them compared to just learning? Students often spend their attention on how they are perceived by others at school, rather than just learning. They worry about their appearance, popularity, feeling judged about what they say or do, and are just constantly aware of what they look […]
Does Size Matter?
School Water Quality: A Legal Issue, but Is It Safe?
The water quality at Mendocino High School has long been a topic of student conversation. Descriptions of its taste range from “irony” to “moldy” and concerns about potential health effects have prompted some students to avoid it altogether. A recent study sheds light on why the water tastes unusual and whether it is safe to […]