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The Perch
The Student News Site of Sunlake High School

The Perch
The Student News Site of Sunlake High School

The Perch
Zayda Thomas

Zayda Thomas, Copy Editor

Zayda Thomas is a copy editor for the yearbook and student newspaper. She also does photography on her own and for the book, and is certified in Adobe Photoshop. Zayda has always had a passion for writing, and wants to continue to use these skills in the future.

 

 

 

 

 

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Senior Noah Downey performing during Powder Puffs half time to "Its Raining Men".

[Photo] Noah Downey’s Exceptional Powderpuff Performance

Noah Downey, Staffer
November 7, 2024
Arylyn running off the field. She said, "I loved it!" She was very excited for the games.

[Photo] Arylyn Brunton’s Powderpuff Experience

Nathaniel Peguero
October 29, 2024
Johnathan running in at powderpuff excited to be there. Johnathan said, "it was a pretty fun experience being there."

[Photo] Johnathan Chu’s Work Pays Off At Powderpuff

Juan Benitez, staffer
October 29, 2024
George Clark is seen in this photo. he finished powderpuff by jumping over some of his friends. "i do long jump competitively so jumping over them was easy for me."

[Photo] George leaps into powderpuff

Cadyn, staffer
October 21, 2024
Ian laari during their big dance. He was dressed as a Dallas cowboy cheerleader. He is apart of the junior class.

[Photo] Is Ian Laari a Powderpuff King?

Kylie Hudgins, Staffer
October 18, 2024
Senior Kaycie Hyde at her final Powderpuff game on the Sunlake High School field.

[Photo] Her Last Powderpuff

Isabella Santos, Marketing Editor
November 7, 2024
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Christopher Claudio, Senior; not only participates in band but is also a part of the Civil Air Patrol. He held the American Flag at the start of the first home football game.

[Photo] Behind the Band – Christopher Claudio’s Band Experience

Anna Seidelman, New Staffer
September 10, 2024
Amelia working hard to complete her spot. She knows there is limited time so she has to work fast. She is excited to finish her spot that will commemorate her whole Senior year.

[Photo] Amelia’s Takes on Parking Spot Painting

Jack Svendgard, Associate Section Editor
August 29, 2024
Alana and her boyfriend, Juan are seen in this photo. they are concentrated while painting.

[Photo] Alana paints her parking spot!

Cadyn, Staffer
August 29, 2024
Senior, Caitlyn Wyne helping paint a parking spot for her friend that she carpools with.

Painting the Parking lot with a Friend and a Reptile

Zayda Thomas, Copy Editor
August 28, 2024
Miley Falby working on her parking spot.

[Photo] Last year, Last Parking Spot

Makayla Edwards
August 28, 2024
Senior, Sofia Perez and her classmates practicing for a powderpuff win. She stated that they practice, "three times a week," in order to ensure they beat the freshmen, sophomores, and juniors.

Preparing for a Powderpuff Victory

Zayda Thomas, Copy Editor
August 26, 2024
Summer on the Clock

Summer on the Clock

Zayda Thomas, Copy Editor
August 19, 2024
Senior Samantha Mizak enjoying the city life on her summer vacation. One of her favorite things about New york City was the busy environment.

Summer in the City

Zayda Thomas, Copy Editor
August 12, 2024

Fun in the Sun

Zayda Thomas, Copy Editor
July 22, 2024
Coach Hodros and the girls that qualified for state after weighing in for the meet. They were all excited to compete and finish a great season of weightlifting off strong. Coach Hodros said, "...you're going to have high's and lows but overall it was a really great season."

Girls’ Weightlifting Takes on State

Zayda Thomas, Staffer
March 7, 2024
Hailey O’Nolan is seen in the photo. She also was lucky enough to receive flowers from her loved ones. “It’s important to keep positive relationships. These flowers gives a way to show others appreciation," said Hailey.

[Photo] Hailey’s Experience With the Flower Grams

Cadyn Larscheid, Staffer
March 1, 2024

A Lift to Victory

Zayda Thomas, Staffer
February 15, 2024
Christopher Murray is seen in this photo. The game was against Mitchell. The date of the game was January 31st.

[Photo] Coaching Basketball from Capers’ POV

Cadyn Larscheid, Staffer
February 26, 2024
The team cheering on their starters before the game begins. Number two, Nelson Marshall said, "What makes this sport special to me is just being able to play the game I love with people supporting me through all the ups and downs."

Seahawks Rise Above the Rim

Zayda Thomas, Staffer
February 13, 2024
The beautiful scenery from Noah Downey's vacation in Blueridge Georgia. Every year he and his family travel there, and he says how much he enjoys "...just being up there and walking around in downtown Blueridge with my family and friends."

A Glimpse of Noah Downey’s Winter Break

Zayda Thomas, Staffer
February 7, 2024
Junior George Clark guarding a River Ridge player. The Seahawks won this game but continue to work hard in order to play at their full potential. George shared, "I feel like the team and I have preformed well this season although we should have won some games that we lost."

Seahawks Secure the Win

Zayda Thomas, Staffer
January 18, 2024
Top row (left to right): Tyler Modugno, Bradley Kovac, Evan Savill, Julius Cannon, Alex Pitcock, Travis Holmes, Zachary Phillips Christian Canarte, Jaden Speicher, TJ Jones, Brenan Finan, Brandon Fisher, Trenton Lindsey, Brenden Amick, Liam Thomas. Middle row: Malachi Gittens Ampadu, Aiden Perkins, Charlie Newport, Bruce Myrtil, Coach Will Fulmer, Coach Jay McGriff, Coach Scott Palasky, Coach JB, Coach Jay Fulmer, Coach Kenneth Hollar, Coach Steve Bybie, Coach Vinnie Moroni, Sebastian Perez, Zach Merriman, Jackson Heaton, Jayven Williams. Bottom row: Ace Missbach, Caden Johnson, Eric Travis, Jacob Whitehead, Fadley Zaher, Kolin Murphy, Tony Bonilla, Ziv Bennaim, Jace Leslie, Jeffery Vandiver, Blake Calzon, Jaden Donald, Michel Capdevila, Brandon Lester, Matthew Hopkins, Nathan Merriman, Simòn Ramos, Adrian Contes, Gianni Forbes, CJ Mility, Nathaniel Peguero, John Murphy, Angel Rodriguez, Dylan Peña, Brandon Mceahern

Sunlake Football Season Recap

Zayda Thomas, Staffer
January 3, 2024
Members of student council handing out hot chocolate before school starts. Since it was a cold day, many students came to get a cup. Eric Travis said, “...normally people will get it after they are dropped off or when they get off their bus.”

Hot Cocoa from STUCO

Zayda Thomas, Staffer
January 3, 2024
Makayla Tankson doing snatch and helping to lead the team to first place.

Makayla’s Beauty and the Beast Experience

Zayda Thomas, Staffer
December 21, 2023
The team celebrates their 1-0 win on their home field. The team has a strong bond, and as Claudia Montealegre says, “…has a created so many lifelong friendships.” It has also “…welcomed several girls to be a part of this amazing experience.”

Soaring into Soccer Season

Zayda Thomas, Staffer
November 27, 2023
Kate Hoffman, a senior writes her letter for the Write for Rights campaign. She says, “…I was writing a letter calling of the King of Eswatini to initiate a fair. Investigation into the murder of Thulani Maseko.”

Amnesty Club Writes for Rights

Zayda Thomas, Staffer
November 27, 2023
In this photo, Kylie Hudgins is awarding candy to a little girl after scoring a goal. “…In the picture the little girl had just scored a goal so we were all cheering for her and giving her reward,” says Kylie. The volunteers enjoyed being a bale to interact with all of the kids.

“Kick” or Treat around the Track

Zayda Thomas, Staffer
November 6, 2023
Matias Gonzalez and Lexi Tschopp in the gym at the homecoming dance. The gym is where the main dance happens and pictures are taken.

Dance The Night Away

Zayda Thomas
November 3, 2023
Senior Anysha Audrey saying her senior speech to the crowd. She shows her gratitude towards the coaches and states to her teammates, "...I wish you all the best and I want you all to grow and learn from our coaches.”

Soaring into Senior Night

Zayda Thomas, Staffer
October 17, 2023
The team gets together after celebrating their victory. Becoming conference champions was a first for everyone on the team.

A Conference Victory

Zayda Thomas
October 10, 2023
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[Photo] There’s 3 To a Plot Twist (PP) 9/18 – 9/21

Maryam Victor, Staffer
October 9, 2023
The team celebrating a point after a long rally. They were ready to compete for a win against their rivals, Land O' Lakes High School.

JV Volleyball: A Serve of a Season

Zayda Thomas
September 29, 2023
Alyssa takes a strong swing towards the next hole at practice in Heritage Harbor's golf course. There are a few games before the rivalry game/senior night that they also have to prepare for.

Alyssa Mixon Prepares for a Special Game

Zayda Thomas
September 27, 2023
Junior,Melissa Dahmer, Playinf center during powder puff. so

[Photo] Presidential Insider

Maryam Victor, Staffer
September 26, 2023
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