• October 1810-/25 College Application Workshop in the library (8:15 - 9:15 a.m.)
  • October 1810/25 Halloween Freshman Friday (8:30 - 9:00)
  • October 1810/24-26 Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
  • October 1810/23 PSAT (GYM & MPR)
  • October 1810/19 RCHS Band Competition
  • October 1811/17 Maxt Out Dance Competition (Varsity & JV) @Glendale High School
  • October 1811/11 Veterans Day
  • October 1811/5 Election Day/Public Election Station
  • October 1811/1 College Application Workshop in library (8:15-9:15 a.m)
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Chloe Halopoff

Chloe Halopoff, A&E Editor

Chloe Halopoff is a senior at Rancho Cucamonga High School and this is her second year in journalism. She is the A&E editor for the school newspaper, The Cat’s Eye. Halopoff joined journalism because she really enjoys photography and journalistic writing. She is also a part of the RCHS marching band on campus for the fourth year. When she’s not writing for the paper, Halopoff likes to draw, listen to music, and hang out with friends.

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Over the summer of 2025, three popular franchises came out with new and improved versions of their stories. "Jurassic World: Rebirth" directed by Gareth Edwards; "Fantastic 4: First Steps" directed by Matt Shakman; and "How to Train Your Dragon" directed by Dean DeBlois are some of the bigger releases.

Summer movies: some are going viral and some are flopping

Chloe Halopoff, A&E Editor
August 27, 2025
The seniors of the Rancho Cucamonga High School Marching Band gather to take one last picture together.

RCHS band ends the year with their annual banquet

Chloe Halopoff, A&E Editor
May 22, 2025
Freshman Jacob Quach, sophomore Yuri Urbiztondo, junior Bruce Gutierrez, and senior Joshua Lin smile together after receiving their class awards.

Junior, Antonio Monterroza, is presented the "Woody Herman" jazz award and takes a photo with his instructor Mrs. Susana Quinteros

Senior, Conner Donohue, is awarded "Most Outstanding Brass Member" by his technician.

Senior, Joel Kaunang, receives the "Most Outstanding Woodwind Member" by band director Mr. James Ana.

Junior, Rebecca Kim, is awarded "Most Outstanding Marcher" by instructor Chris.

Visual Caption Head, Chris Schmitz, introduces the next award.

Sophomore, Christopher Molina, is awarded "Most Improved Percussion Member" by instructor Shirley Taylor.

The percussion's front ensemble instructor, Shirley Taylor, introduces the award she is presenting.

Junior, Amyra Pabon, smiles with her color guard instructors after being presented the "Most Outstanding Guard Member" award.

Sophomore, Avery Pfanenstiel, smiles for the camera after being awarded "Most Improved Color Guard Member" by her instructor Gabe Escondedo.

Senior, Miguel Zavala, is awarded "Most Outstanding Percussion Member" by his technician Eric Shriver.

The Silver Jazz band's instructor, Susana Quinteros, speaks to the audience about the award.

Senior, Joshua Lin, smiles for the camera with Mr. Ana after receiving the "Most Dedicated Member" award.

Senior Joshua Lin hugs his director after receiving his award.

Senior, James Vista, is awarded the "Louis Armstrong" jazz award by Mr. Ana.

Senior, Adelaide Mills, is awarded the "John Philip Sousa" Award by band director Mr. James Ana.

Band director, James Ana, leads warm up for the first year band called symphonic band.

RCHS band hosts annual Pre-Fest concert

Chloe Halopoff, A&E Editor
March 6, 2025
The symphonic band performs their pieces for the audience.

Freshmen of the symphonic band play their instruments.

Concluding their section of the concert, members of the symphonic band stand and smile as the audience applauds their performance.

Junior Charlie Ogden and sophomore Chase Nixon play the snare and bass drums for their concert piece, "The Great Locomotive Chase" by Robert W. Smith.

The concert band warms up and tunes for their section of the concert.

Woodwinds of the concert band play their parts together.

Junior Clarissa Quevedo and sophomore Leighla Clanor play their vibe duet for the concert piece, "Little Sparrow" by Julie Giroux.

Sophomores Mackenzie Kinsella and Quinn Dorgan play the flute and bassoon for the concert band.

Saxophones of the wind ensemble warm up together before their performance.

Junior Chloe Liu smiles for the camera before her final performance.

Members of the wind ensemble listen to Mr. James Ana, the band director, as he gives words of wisdom before the closing wind ensemble performance.

[Video] RCHS APES students go on a field trip

Chloe Halopoff, Staff Reporter
December 12, 2024
What winter holidays do students celebrate?

The joy of winter holidays: what winter holidays do students celebrate?

Kennedy Ewing-Chow and Chloe Halopoff
December 11, 2024
CSUSB will be on campus on Thursday, Nov. 7 for on-the-spot admissions.

Path to college: CSUSB brings on-the-spot admissions to RCHS seniors

Chloe Halopoff and Emily Shorter
November 6, 2024
Harry Potter portrayed by senior Matthew Becerra tries to connect with his son Albus Severus Potter played by senior Sophia Garcia Lopez by gifting him his childhood blanket.

During curtain call, Senior Sophia Garcia Lopez and sophomore Elliot Hernandez hug as they say goodbye to the production.

The Gryffindor cast bows to the crowd at the end of the show and engages with the audience.

Albus Severus Potter played by senior Sophia Garcia Lopez and Scorpius Malfoy portrayed by sophomore Elliot Hernandez inspect the riddles given to them by moaning Myrtle.

Senior Angela Lee playing the character of Delphi Diggory threatens Albus Severus Potter portrayed by senior Sophia Garcia Lopez as she holds him captive.

The witches and wizards of Hogwarts practice their skills with their wands.

Trying to find Albus and Scorpius, Harry Potter, Ginny Potter, Prof. McGonagall and Draco Malfoy look at the Marauder's Map.

[Photo] RCHS theater had its first day at Hogwarts

October 29, 2024
Portraying the roles Albus Severus Potter, Harry Potter, and Ron Weasley- Seniors Sophia Garcia Lopez and Matthew Becerra and Junior Arsham Sobbi stand together as they watch the death of the Potter family.

Senior Caroline Quanstrom rehearses with another cast member for the upcoming play.

RCHS Theater receives its letter from Hogwarts

Emily Shorter and Chloe Halopoff
August 30, 2024
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