Category Archives: Arts and Entertainment
Spirit Week to feature theme days and Homecoming excitement
By Andrew Rodriguez, Staff Writer Culminating in the Homecoming football game Friday and dance Saturday, Verbum Dei will host its annual student Spirit Week starting Monday, October 7-11, 2019. Students will have the chance to dress according to the assigned … Continue reading
USC Fisher Museum of Art trip to expose Eagles to art/artists
By Alberto Lopez, Staff Writer Visual art teacher Allison Kennedy has planned an art trip for all interested students to USC Fisher Museum of Art on October 5, 2019. This trip is meant to open the eyes and minds of … Continue reading
REVIEW: Twilight Zone reboot shows potential in first episode
By Hector Arrieta, Editor in Chief The original Twilight Zone, created and narrated by Rod Serling, first aired in 1958 and ran until 1964. The show was an episodic series that tackled the dimensions of morality through the lens of … Continue reading
FILM REVIEW: Captain Marvel exploits humorous dynamic between Nick Fury and lead in blend of action and comedy
By Christopher Poz, Profiles/Features Editor Disclaimer: Minor Spoilers Ahead Marvel’s Captain Marvel was released on March 8, 2019, and it can still be seen in theaters for a short period of time. Captain Marvel is the first film lead by a … Continue reading
REVIEW: “Old Town Road” meme akin to a student project
By Hector Arrieta, Editor in Chief Country. The genre of country music is home to famous legendary stars such as Johnny Cash, Glen Campbell, Willie Nelson, and Hank Williams. However, people considered as “city slickers” tend to stray away from the … Continue reading
One-off bands to perform original compositions at lunch in May
By Alejandro Aquino, Staff Writer Verbum Dei’s senior Music students are creating one-off bands to perform for students, faculty, and staff. On dates yet to be announced, the Music students and their ensembles will perform during lunch. These music recitals will … Continue reading
Pasadena’s Norton Simon Museum visit set for April 17; open to Fine Art students and to all other interested parties
By Hector Arrieta, Editor in Chief Verbum Dei High School is not necessarily the most art heavy school in the Los Angeles area. Before the 2018-2019 school year, Verbum Dei discontinued its digital media course as the teacher, Martin Ngo, … Continue reading
Urban art mural “pops up” on south-facing wall of Eagles’ Nest
The Present Dei Online News Source staff alights about the completed mural on the south wall of the Eagle’s Nest. Image by John Stradley, Moderator Interview conducted by Joshua Papaqui, Staff Writer A stylistic mural by Jack … Continue reading
Present Dei Puzzler challenges with both math and language
March’s Present Dei Puzzlers: Problem 1: WHAT IS IT? Fill in the blank in each row with a word to form a common phrase, name, or compound word with the word preceding and following it. For example, given DANCE _____ … Continue reading
NCAA basketball tourney bracket to build enthusiasm at Verb
By Khalid Nelms, Staff Writer A bracket competition is being held for those who love college basketball or those who even enjoy the thrill of a slam-dunk, alley-oop, or plethora of three-pointers. The March Madness Bracket will be held as soon … Continue reading