Traveling not too far from Florida, seventh grader Claudia Hotz visited two different cities in one week. Sitting on a chair enjoying the beautiful tropical view, she first went to Mexico City to spend time with her aunt and cousins. Then, she traveled to Tulum, Mexico, where she spent more time on the beach with her family. “First, I went to Mexico City for a little while to visit my aunt and my cousins, then I went to Tulum, Mexico and went to the beach with my family. The water was super clear and calm, and was overall really pretty,“ said Hotz.
Seventh grader Ana Leyba watches in astonishment as she takes pictures of the famous Sydney Opera House and two koalas. First impressions clearly worked, as Ana was amazed by the country’ s culture as well as the beautiful nature. “It was really cool to see a new place and experience different cultures while I was there. Since Australia is known for keeping well preserved forests, I liked seeing all the plants and animals, “ said Leyba.
Beach travel Spring sports break
Posing with large tennis racquets in front of the Dunlop background at the Miami Open, fifth graders Gemma Cosmao and Rheina Sebastian smile for a picture. Experiencing one of the last days of the tournament, both girls made sure to have lots of fun. Smiling for photos, seventh graders Stella Roubach Tomeo, Fabiana Violante Kubler, and Liza Trujillo looked at the camera with their club team, trophy in hand. Due to them being on the same team, they were able to travel to the tournament and other local Florida ones together. “My tournament was in Orlando and it was a long trip to get there but it was a good experience because we played against other teams from Florida like Tampa, Tallahassee, and Orlando. Overall, It was a good experience and we ended up winning the championship,“ said Roubach Tomeo.
Students did it all this year for Spring Break, from visiting sandy beaches to winning and watching championships.
R E M I X
Exploring the most popular spanish albums, released this year, touching base on Bad Bunny, Omar Courtz, Rauw Alejandro, and Dei V. Many students enjoyed listening to the the new beats.
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Benito Martinez, better known as Bad Bunny, dropped an album this year. “DTMF” ‘Debi Tirar Mas Fotos’ talks about how important the culture of Puerto Rico really is. The most popular song in the album was ‘DTMF.’ The album name means how he should’ve taken more photos while he lived there with his family and enjoyed the moment. Not only did this album become very popular for Puetro Ricans but also many other music listeners around the world. Olivia Maclean enjoys listening to the album with her friends, “I like this new album since it is very popular and I like listening to it with my friends. All of us like all the songs and find they bring a very good vibe,” said Olivia MacLean (7).
Joshua Omar Medina Cortés a Puerto Rican rapper, better known as Omar Courtz, gained extreme fame and attraction in 2020, with his album ‘En Su Nota.’ Omar Courtz announced his album ‘Primera Musa,’ the most popular song from this album was, ‘Q U E
V A S H A C E R H O Y ?’ This album talks about gratitude. He talks about being thankful to God and always puts him first in everything he does in life. “ I like his album because of the beats in the song and I really like this album. It is a very good album that will always be one of my first choices,” said Nicolas Hasbun (8).
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Rauw Alejandro dropped ‘Que Pasaria’ this school year, the most popular song being ‘Que Pasaria’. Instantly after dropping the album got fame for many of the songs. One of the most popular featured bad bunny’s and was listened to by a lot of the Gulliver community. Petra Escobedo found the album to be very good and made her playlist complete. “I like this album because it gets me very hype and the beat is very fire,” said Petra Escobedo (7).
David Rivera, a Puerto Rican rapper recently dropped an album called ‘Los Flavourz’, the most popular song from this album was ‘Amber.’ This album talks about struggles and success, personal growth, and the journey to achieving one’s goals, it has become extremely popular across the world. He has released many other albums like ‘Quien Es Dei V.’ Deiv V has also worked with famous artists such as Omar Courtz, Feid, and Bad Bunny. Matias Mejia loves listening to ‘Los Flavourz’ because of the satisfying rhythm of the music. “ I like Los Flavorz because I like the rhythm and the beat is very vibey,” said Matias Mejia (8).
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“I like to use Ouidad’s Curl Quencher for my hair, it is a moisturizing gel that makes my curls more defined. I use it every morning and it makes me feel put together for school,”
elijah Peppers (5)
“I realized that even the tiniest acts of care, like brushing your hair or putting on a little lip balm, can be incredibly grounding. This club will give students a regular moment to slow down, reflect, and breathe, something that’s often missing in busy school life. It will create a safe, welcoming space where students feel supported and included. Even just knowing there’s a cozy space waiting for them each week can make students feel seen, safe, and valued.”
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CLUB NAILS Self care HAIR
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“My favorite skincare product I have is the Cloud Surf Water Cream Bubble Moisturizer. I think that it is special because it has a little bowl for mixing skin-tints and other types of skincare into it. It makes me feel more relaxed before going to bed, especially after doing a lot of homework. It also makes me more confident in my makeup.”
Araya Kaushal-Nagra (8)
Mrs. Marcucci is trying to start a self care club. This is what self care looks like for students in daily life.
“My favorite product is the Butter London Jelly Strengthening Treatment. It strengthens the nail so that it doesn’t break, heals the nail, and provides a light pink color. I feel like my nails look good and I don’t feel worried about them breaking after I use it.”
Siena Lunt (8)
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What are the top ice cream spots in the city?
Dairy Queen
To cool down, customers visit Dairy Queen and order their famous soft serves which are called blizzards. In comparison to traditional ice cream, these blizzards are an item with different texture and taste. This frozen treat accounts for more than 23% of overall store sales demonstrating its success. “Dairy Queen has such good Blizzards and I go there all the time. My favorite Blizzard is definitely their Reese’s Pieces Cookie Dough one,” said Clara Friedman (8).
Chill’n ice cream stands out as they create ice cream using liquid nitrogen. As years have gone by, Chill’n remains a popular ice cream shop with many locations in Florida. This ice cream shop provides a variety of flavors and toppings attracting many customers. With the ability to create their own flavor, customers enjoy customizing their chosen base and mix-ins. “I like how they make the ice cream in a cool way with nitrogen and how they make it right in front of you. I usually get really rare flavors since I can mix toppings,” said Fernanda Gordillo (7).
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Walls ice cream is known for their vibrant colors that display their old fashioned theme. Something else that attracts customers is the outdoor seating area that not only includes tables but also includes games like cornhole and tic tac toe. Some popular flavors include cookies and cream and their soft scoop vanilla ice cream. “I love Walls because it’s different from other ice cream places when it comes to decorations and it also has games in the outdoor seating area which makes it fun,” said Siena Gonzalez (8).
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WE HEAR WHAT STUDENTS HAVE TO SAY ABOUT THEIR FAVORITE COOKIE BRANDS.
Crumbl
“My favorite place is Crumbl cookies because they have lots of cool and unique flavors and they taste really delicious and my favorite cookie is the oreo one.”
emilia compel (7)
Night Owl
“My favorite is Night Owl and what makes them better when I put them in the microwave and it gets really hot and my favorite flavor is the birthday cake one, the sprinkle one.”
Valeria Marimon (5)
Insomnia
“My favorite cookies are Insomnia because they have a good double chocolate chip cookie. I honestly think that the flavors are not as good as other stores but I think no other store can top Insomnia’s double chocolate chip.”
siena smith (5)
STYLED IN
red triangle bikini set
“I like the triangle shape because it gives me good tan lines and makes me stylish at the beach paired with a triangl bag that matches the bathing suit.”
Martina Aguirre Gonzalez Camarena (7)
A popular bathing suit brand with many patterns, styles and colors.
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blue Velvet crop Bikini Set
“I like the mica bikini style because of how modest and comfortable it is, and I also like the coverage it gives.”
Olivia Gabay (7)
pink sparkle scoop bikini set
“I like Triangl because I like how they have a bunch of different patterns like crochet and sparkle. I also like the different types of styles such as the scoop one which is my favorite.”
Ashley Firestone (8)
blue velvet balconette bikini set
“I like the different shades of colors the bathing suits come in, I also really like all the patterns the styles come in.”
Martina Restrepo (6)
Polished to Perfection
Student expressed themselves with their nails, from elaborate nail art to simple shapes and colors.
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have different designs, colors, shapes and much more. This allows for their style to shine through. Some students do their nails by themselves but most choose to go to a salon. But all of their nails have one thing in common which is adding personalization to their nails to make it their own!
“I like nail art because you can be creative and do different designs and it’s not too simple and basic,” said Alex Suarez (8).
Picking a different design, color, or style is a great way to show how you’re feeling and what style you’re into. It’s a super fun thing to do that never gets old or boring. Having your nails done is a way to feel confident, put
“My favorite nail design is french tips because they are pretty and you can get different colors but they are not tacky or overdoing it,” said Elle Spektor (7).
Each student has their favorite color to choose. Funny Bunny, Bubble Bath, Navy, and White just to name a few. Choosing a signature color is a great way to express yourself while keeping a routine.
“I like Bubble Bath because it’s a clean and simple color that matches with everything and is good for everyday life,” said Siena Gonzalez (8).
From picking a color to getting the finishing touches like a design, getting your nails gone is a great way to express yourself.
ON APRIL 6, THE CHEER TEAM WON NATIONALS FOR THE FOURTH TIME IN A ROW. ALL CHEERLEADERS HAD AN AMAZING TIME FROM PRACTICE TO PERFORMANCE TO AWARD. 4x
National Champions
On April 6, the cheerleaders competed at USCA for the fourth year in a row. Winning the school another national championship title.
“Winning first place 4 years in a row is such a good feeling. Practicing definitely paid off,” eighth grader Sammy Fine said.
The girls worked very hard all year preparing for this moment. With many challenges in their way, they fought through and brought them all to the mat.
“I am very happy that we won this year, all the girls tried their very best we deserve it,” seventh grader Priscilla Freeman said.
Competition days are very stressful days for the girls, making sure their hair and makeup is perfect, practicing in the hallways and praying all stunts hit.
“The day of competition is definitely a stressful one but once I get to the meeting place I’am so happy to see my friends that’s all my stress goes away,” sixth grader Josie Martin said.
SUGAR RUSHSwedish
ONE OF THE MOST POPULAR CANDIES FROM SWEDEN HAS BECOME POPULAR HERE AT SCHOOL.
BANANA CARAMEL BUBS
“I love the banana caramel bubs because I like the marshmallow, soft, and light texture. I thought the combination of caramel and banana would not taste that good but I was very surprised because it was amazing..” ANIA JUDA (8)
“My favorite Swedish candy is the Pear Bubs because I like the fluffy texture and the sweet flavor of the candy. My friend brought me this candy from New York and I’m so glad she did because it was worth it.””
arielle tzur (8)
“At first when I tried the sour candy it was super sour but eventually the sourness went away and it was super sweet. This flavor was unexpected but I really liked the combination of lemon, raspberry, sweet, and sour.” ava gabay (8)
LEMON RASPBERRY SKULL BUB
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SONNY ANGELS ARE LITTLE JAPANESE FIGURINES WHICH HAVE RISEN TO FAME THROUGH SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS LIKE TIKTOK.
Sonny Angels have become one of social media’s biggest sensations. They are little cherub figurines topped with different animals, fruits, or foods. There are two different types of them, hippers and the regular series.
“I bought my first Sonny Angel when they became popular, and my favorite thing about them is that they are all so unique and cute. I collected more throughout different times, and now I have lots of them,” said Sasha Zaragoza (7).
Many people who are interested in Sonny Angels have decided to bedazzle them, adding an extra sparkle to the figurines. This is also something that is a very good way to relax and to spend your free time doing. Sonny Angels became very popular through TikTok and other social media platforms.
“I like the monkey and the tiger because they are both really cute and the monkey is one of my favorite animals. I also really like them when they are bedazzled. I first discovered them through tik tok and I didn’t really like them but then when I got one off of amazon I fell in love. Now I have over ten of them,” said Maya Pattabhiraman (7).
There are different places where you can buy Sonny Angels. Everyone gets them for different purposes, depending on why they want them. Some people get them while traveling, others on certain websites.
“I get my Sonny Angels from Amazon, and sometimes I get them from the actual website. I got my favorite Sonny Angel when I had the flu to keep me busy. It looks like a pink lion. My favorite thing about them is that my friends bedazzle them and they’re really cute. I also love decorating my room with them, because you never know which one you’re going to get,” said Estelle Gross (7).
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In 2022, Alexa Weinstein started her crochet business, and the orders started coming in. Self-taught at ten years old, Weinstein now makes a high number of sales. From here, her business can only keep growing.
“I was really obsessed with stuffed animals and couldn’t keep buying more. So, I decided to learn how to make them. I learned to crochet three years ago at ten years old. Now, it is crazy to me to see how much my business and skills have evolved over the years,” Weinstein said.
On her Instagram, she posts about her crocheting business which gets her many orders. Because she’s had a lot of orders, work starts coming in and Weinstein tries to manage with her business and her education.
“My business gets stressful at times because of school. This sometimes causes my customers to have to wait longer since school is my number one priority. However, I am a fast crocheter so it doesn’t take too long, depending on the order,” said Weistein.
Every order comes with its own special meaning. Some of Weinstein’s orders have special meaning behind it. Once, she got a message from a person who asked for a plushie in memory of her dog,
“I once had a special order where a person asked me to make something of her puppy since her puppy had just passed away. She kept it on her nightstand for a memory of him and I was happy I was able to be a part of it,” said Weinstein.
A;exa Weinstein’s crocheting has been thriving ever since her 2022 debut. Making plushies, bags, headbands, and so much more, Alexa has shared her talents with the world.
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The Vampire Diaries
Known all over the world, The Vampire Diaries has earned their place as one of the best shows from the 2000s, lasting from 2009-2017. The popular actors have become so loved throughout the years and have raised many opinions on who the character Elena should end up with. The tense supernatural romance that the show has, has helped the show maintain viewers to this day. “What I like about Vampire Diaries is all the drama and suspense it has. There is great acting and amazing characters in the show. I also love the romantic concept of the show and the connection between all of the characters. I am so team Stefan,” said Silvana Holschneider (7).
Gossip Girl
Gossip Girl is one of the most watched shows of all time. The show went all the way from 20072012 capturing the eyes of many. With its exciting plot twists and interesting characters, the show has come back into style. Teens love the drama within the scenes and enjoy the suspense with finding out who Gossip Girl might be. “The reason I like Gossip Girl is because it is so unpredictable and never makes you want to stop watching. My favorite character is Chuck Bass because he adds a lot to the storyline and has a good character arch. I love chatting with my friends about the show,” said Siena Gonzalez (8).
Three shows from the 2000s came back into popularity this year.
Friends
The popular show Friends has been around since 1994 and lasted till 2004 but is still watched today. This show demonstrates what real friendships look like and it is very relatable to many people. Each character is very funny and interesting to watch. It has come back into popularity because of how genuine the characters are and how realistic the show is. “My favorite part about the show Friends is how it clearly represents what true friendship is all about. It isn’t one of the types of shows that seem fake because the actors in Friends were best friends in real life,” said Micheal Moskowitz (7).
Breakfast at maman’s
STUDENTS VISITED THE RESTAURANT MAMAN IN SOUTH FLORIDA AND TOLD US THEIR THOUGHTS.
Eighth graders Thereza Milano and Marisa Beverley went to the newly opened restaurant called Maman. This beautiful restaurant located in South Miami is famous for its fresh baked goods.
The two girls order an iced vanilla latte and chocolate chip cookie and give their reviews on it.
“I thought their freshly baked chocolate chip cookies were very moist and fluffy. When I tried an ice cold vanilla latte, It was very tasty and I would definitely recommend a 10/10,” said Milano.
The place is very well decorated and its appearance is what attracts customers. The restaurant has lots of greenery and flowers which gives it a pleasant feel. Each wall is painted with blue and white giving it a calming appearance.
“Their service is outstanding and the quality of its food is amazing,” said Beverley.
COACHELLA
One of the best music festivals, Coachella, happened April 11-13, and people had a lot of fun dressing up, listening to their favorite artists, and having fun with their friends.
Coachella 2025 was amazing, an experience like something out of a movie. There were so many acts and things to see. It wasn’t a concert, it was like an experience. Many students took in the experience via the livestream.
Lady Gaga performed on the opening night and totally dominated the stage. Her voice was incredible, and the way she interacted with the crowd was really cool. Then came Green Day. It was loud, fun, and energetic even though they’ve been around for a while, they were still playing. Post Malone wrapped up being the final headliner, and he had everyone singing along and catching the vibes off of him. It was truly special.
“I watched the Feid concert which was one of my favorite because Feid sang many of my favorite songs and overall it was a blast of a show,” said Tomas Maslowski (8).
There were also amazing solo performances, like Lisa of BlackPink. She just had so much energy on stage and the whole crowd totally loved it. Travis Scott’s show
was also amazing. He played all of his best songs that are absolute bangers and had this crazy setup with lights and projections that was more of an art installation than a concert. Missy Elliott and Megan Thee Stallion also had very strong sets that got the whole crowd moving.
“I watched Ty Dolla $ign because he performed alongside Feid, and it was really fun to watch them sing their new release Dallax,” said Diego Sthory (8).
The campgrounds themselves were exciting, too. There were massive art works everywhere, and everybody was dressed in the most creative outfits, some were quite fashionable and others just fun and colorful. It made the environment feel alive.
The only downsides were the weather--people said that it was extremely hot--and the fact that everything was pretty expensive. But with those parts being said, overall the experience was one for the books. This year’s Coachella was music, art, and just people all coming to have a great time.
CHAMPIONS
THE BEST SOCCER COMPETITION IN THE WORLD.
The UEFA champions league is considered the best league in the world, not only because of its amazing games and environment but how it brings people together. It is exciting to not only the watchers and fans, but the players and officials. People from all ages and all countries are came together to watch the tournament.
“The Champions League is one of my favorite events to watch in my free time,” said Paulo Martinez (8).
Some people that play soccer watch the Champions as a learning experience. They watch in hopes of going professional one day and are inspired to play there. Even if it doesn’t mean playing for their favorite team, just playing in the UEFA champions is a life goal for young promising soccer players.
“It’s a very entertaining, inspirational tournament. If you are really looking to become a pro, these nights become your style, and if you analyze the games well you will get better. I have been a Barcelona fan since I was little, and I would like them to lift the trophy,” said Roberto Ortega (8).
Some people think that the UEFA champions league is corrupt and unfair at some points. This doesn’t necessarily mean that this competition is rigged, but some calls by referees have stirred controversy.
“The Champions League is a European event that is robbed by Real Madrid. For example, my favorite team, Atletico de Madrid, got robbed because apparently Julian Alvarez touched the ball twice while taking the penalty. It got further revised and as a result he just kicked and it didn’t touch twice. The VAR must’ve edited it,” said Rodrigo Estrada (8).
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“Students were able to bring their dreams to life this year. They aspired to be the greatest and excelled in classes, sports, and extracurriculars. Our magazine theme embodies the dreams students strive to accomplish and the dreams that they already have. The soft colors and fonts help give the effect of a dream, especially the cursive with resembles a dreamy feeling while reading it. “
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staff
Martina Aguirre Gonzalez Camarena, Carolina Aizemberg, Pia Arango, Clara Barbosa, Sofia
Caprio, Julia Cardoso, Clementina Coll Roversi, Emi Compel, Matias De Armas Sanchez, Pablo Escallon, Tristan Exelbert, Sammy Fine, Valeria Finskaya, Jimena Franco, Priscilla Freeman, Clara Friedman, Ava Gabay, Liv Gabay, Lilian Garcia, Siena Lynn Hernandez, Ania Juda, Araya Kaushal-Nagra, Zoe Kempler, Andrii Klymenko, Victor Krislav, Ana Leyba, Julian Lobon-Bettelheim, Olivia MacLean, Tomas Maslowski, Emilia Meyer, Olly Miranda, Sonia Murugesan, Alba Narus, Camila Orrego, Alejandra Ortega Ganen, Antonio Padoveze Goncalves, Maya Pattabhiraman, Emma Perez, Michel Pierson Mantica, Sophie Proman, Philippine Ritter, Annabelle Rivas-Vasquez, Mika Rodriguez, Sienna Safchik, Alexa Schumacher, Sammi Schwartz, Hana Smith, Diego Sthory, Alexandra Suarez, Kai Tai, Alessio Tedesco, Olivia Trejos, Liza Trujillo Flushing, Sebastian Uzcategui, Fabiana Volante Kubler, Sasha Zaragoza
