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The Final Countdown

As the final days of the school year tick by, campus is buzzing with both excitement and emotion. For many students, this time marks the beginning of a bittersweet goodbye to senior f...

Evyn Clayton, May 16, 2025

Stabbing at Sierra Madre Station

A stabbing at the Sierra Madre Villa Station in April has left metro-riders shocked and unsettled. It happened on the morning of April 17th. The victim’s name and condition has not be...

Joy Thomas & Nico Deany, May 16, 2025

Learning Curve: Disabilities In School

After being diagnosed with a learning or processing disorder, or a mental or physical disability, students often must shift their focus to managing the challenges of their new reality...

Pippin Langdon, May 16, 2025

Free Summer School Programs

Have you ever wanted to get ahead in school? Maybe retake a class over the summer? Or do you want to get a boost before your next year of school? If this is true for you, looking into...

Aneira Tamppari, May 16, 2025

Echoes of Talent: 2025 Spring Guitar Recital

The Guitar Recital is home to many incredible guitarists. Diverse and immersive compositions danced and echoed through the Church of the Good Shepherd in Arcadia on April 24th. The G...

Mariam Ghazaryan, May 16, 2025

From Petals to Thorns: d4vd’s ‘Withered’ Cuts Deep

D4vd is an American singer and songwriter known for hits like “Romantic Homicide” and “Feel It.” It is safe to say that the D4vd drought is over because on Apr 25, 2025, he released h...

Mariam Ghazaryan, May 16, 2025

CSAcademy for The Summer

Looking for things to do this Summer? CSAcademy offers classes for everything from “Theatrical Makeup design” to “Embroidery” to “Dungeons and Dragons: A Beginners Guide to Adventure....

Salvador Villagomez, May 16, 2025

Conservatory Appreciation Week

At CSArts, every student is part of a conservatory—whether it reflects a personal passion, a dedicated hobby, or an area they are still exploring. April 21st-25th was Conservatory App...

Kassia Ng, May 16, 2025

CSArts’ Clogged Conundrums

Recently an irrigation pipe carrying fresh water burst in the 200s and bathrooms and water have been offline in certain places on campus. This has been a persistent problem in that co...

Pippin Langdon, May 16, 2025

AAPI Month

At CSArts, May is a packed month with a whirlwind of AP testing, finals, end-of-year conservatory showcases, and a mad dash towards summer. But in the middle of all the chaos, it’s al...

Ayleen Park, May 16, 2025

From Script to Stage: The Collaborative Process of Mini Musicals

The 8th Annual Mini-Musical Festival was a fresh zephyr that came through CSArts– with music and talent blowing through hair and moving the hearts of many. This year, 8 conservatories...

Mariam Ghazaryan, Apr 18, 2025

11th Grade Showcase

Upon stepping into the CSArts lobby, you find yourself surrounded by various artworks of all different mediums; this is the 11th grade visual arts showcase. Straight ahead, there are ...

Nico Deany, Apr 18, 2025

Student Spotlight: Sienna Fantini

Creativity is a powerful tool for expression and empowerment, and Sienna Fantini, a sophomore in the Popular Music Conservatory at CSArts-SGV, has fully embraced this with her recent ...

Karina Yue, Apr 18, 2025

Running a Business

As a student, running a business can seem intimidating, but there are many ways it can benefit you! Navigating your business correctly and balancing your school life is key.

Vana Kojikian, Apr 18, 2025

Rhinoceros: To be or not to be?

The lights dim, the incessant French music pauses, and all focus is directed towards the stage as warm lights pour into the black box theatre. Rhinoceros, performed by the acting cons...

Abigail Risdon, Apr 18, 2025

Making The Yearbook

All of the memories from throughout the school year, put together in one book? That’s a tall order! The yearbook staff has their work cut out for them each year, documenting all the g...

Salvador Villagomez, Apr 18, 2025

Japanese Exchange Students

こんにちは (Konnichiwa)! You may have noticed the increase in population of students in March. A few weeks ago, Japanese exchange students came to experience what it was like to attend an ...

Kassia Ng, Apr 18, 2025

CSArts Esports

After years of anticipation, planning, and allocating funds, CSArts finally has an esports team! Created by junior Emily Su, in collaboration with Mr. Read, the roster includes: Leagu...

Kalyan Mukhopadhyay, Apr 18, 2025

Eaton Fire Recovery Update

Following The CSArtisan’s inquiry regarding wildfire recovery and environmental hazards like mudslides, Congresswoman Judy Chu has issued a formal response to The CSArtisan, addressin...

Evyn Clayton, Apr 18, 2025

Department of Education Dismantled

On March 20th, President Donald Trump signed an executive order attempting to dismantle the Department of Education (ED). The results of the order are murky at best, but what stands o...

Ari Dawson, Apr 18, 2025