The Federalist

The Student News Site of Alexander Hamilton Senior High
The AP exam schedule is posted on a wall in humanities. Posters hung around the school to remind students of the complicated schedule.
Students cope with testing…and more testing
LAUSD superintendent Alberto Carvalho and LAUSD board member Sherlett Hendy Newbill cut the ribbon, marking the official opening of the new field.
Hamilton debuts a new and improved field
Students said they experienced relief post-state testing worries.
State Testing Wraps Up
A phone sits between Yondr pouches as a representation of the phone ban's impact.
Hami students adjust to yondr pouches
A student is on their phone despite the new phone ban.
Yondr Pouches Are On Their Way to Hamilton
Despite arguments that voice against Laufey being a jazz musician, she is truly revolutionizing jazz to something powerful and extremely inclusive.
Between Jazz and Pop, Where Does Laufey Stand?
First love, although romanticized in many contexts, can be very complicated and rough at first.
Forever: The Complexities of First Love
Anora, a movie that one "Best Picture" at The Oscars, may not have that "best picture" quality after all.
Review: “Anora’s” Wasted Potential
The band Cannon's Jug Stompers pictured in 1928.
The pioneers of music: the African American influence
Kanye's Symphony of Controversy
Kanye’s Symphony of Controversy
Seniors in the class of 2025 pose with a Senior Sunrise border from the event at the beginning of the year.
Seniors Reflect During Their Final Weeks at School
English learner students can find help and resources in the EL office. Some make up their ELPAC tests there as well.
Multilingual students prepare for important test
Students with assigned community service work in the textbook room to make up their hours on Saturday.
Assigned Community Service Hours Draw Both Complaints and Understanding
Girls from the Dance Team pose in Ms. Douglas's room, wearing their performance outfits.
Students find “a little family full of love” on Hami Dance Team
Lila Abercrombie and Kayla Pincus pose with the poster for Equinox in front of the Make Waves classroom.
Make Waves Students Prepare for Equinox Concert
Many Hami students are following the NBA playoffs.
History in the Making: Hami Students Follow the NBA Playoffs
The Hami softball team huddles together right after they start their scoring streak.
Hami Softball Girls Close Senior Night with an Outstanding Win v. Fairfax
John Williams focuses in his 400 meter race, demonstrating great form
Hamilton Track Seniors Finish Their Season at Home for the First Time
Hami's Lacrosse team is growing in their passion and dedication.
Hamilton Lacrosse Team Rebuilds
#2 Jade Fort shoots for a three pointer.
After an amazing season, girls’ basketball comes up shorter than expected in state playoffs
In a world where peer pressure lingers in the air of high schools, it's important to stay vigilant and aware.
The Growing Normalization of Teen Drug Use
Sometimes the most popular and expensive path isn't always the most efficient and manageable path to success.
Why Community College Might Be the Smartest Path to a UC
The participants of the L.A. Marathon were incredible; they showed determination and perseverance throughout the entire run.
The Star Marathon Runners of L.A.
Taking a break from school after spending most of your life going to and from school is completely reasonable and valid!
Take a Break: The Benefits of a Gap Year
Despite Earth Day being once a year, it is still extremely important to keep our Earth safe and clean!
Clean Up: It’s Earth Day!
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Littering at Hamilton
An Interview with The Marías
No Motion Museum Reviews: Olvera Street Museums
Matisse Anderson: The Interview
No Motion Museum Reviews: Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA)

The Federalist

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Camila López Bautista

Camila López Bautista, Photographer

Camila López Bautista is a photographer for The Federalist. She is a sophomore in SAS at Alexander Hamilton Senior High. Camila covers student opinion. She is interested in tennis, art, and music.  You can share feedback and story ideas with Camila through email at [email protected] or on Instagram @federalistathami.

All content by Camila López Bautista
Many Hami students are following the NBA playoffs.

[Photo] History in the Making: Hami Students Follow the NBA Playoffs

May 29, 2025
In a world where peer pressure lingers in the air of high schools, it's important to stay vigilant and aware.

[Photo] The Growing Normalization of Teen Drug Use

Daniela Safaei, Print Editor-in-Chief
May 29, 2025
Sometimes the most popular and expensive path isn't always the most efficient and manageable path to success.

[Photo] Why Community College Might Be the Smartest Path to a UC

Daniela Safaei, Print Editor-in-Chief
May 23, 2025
Students said they experienced relief post-state testing worries.

[Photo] State Testing Wraps Up

May 12, 2025
The participants of the L.A. Marathon were incredible; they showed determination and perseverance throughout the entire run.

[Photo] The Star Marathon Runners of L.A.

Ashley Bonilla, Staff Writer
May 6, 2025
Partying in LA is part of its culture; however, it is important to stay cautious regardless of the perceived safety.

[Photo] The Growing UnSafety of L.A. Parties

Elvis Leal, Columnist
April 2, 2025
Distance between parent and child causes a rift of miscommunication and subtle strife within relationships, making it harder to heal later in life.

[Photo] The Parenting Cycle: How A Society’s Expectations Shape Us From Birth

Elvis Leal, Columnist
March 25, 2025
Having the power to advocate for yourself is almost like being a superhero; self-advocacy comes from within.

[Photo] The Art of Self-Advocacy

Kyrsten Moses, Staff Writer
March 11, 2025
Romance is absent in the modern world we know of today.

[Photo] The World's Situationship with Love

February 13, 2025
Trying to find love in a lust-filled world is often hard and frustrating to navigate.

[Photo] Love & Lust: Is There a Misinterpretation?

Ava Langford, Social Media Editor
February 12, 2025
Finding an available restroom when you need one is like playing a game of chance.

[Photo] Restroom Roulette

Kyrsten Moses, Staff Writer
February 5, 2025
Disconnecting from your phone opens your mind to reconnect with beauties of reality.

[Photo] Disconnecting Your Phone to Reconnect With Yourself

Elvis Leal, Columnist
January 27, 2025
The skyline is visibly clouded from nearby neighborhoods.

[Photo] Returning To Campus: Inconsiderate Much?

January 14, 2025
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ASB member, Arielle helps out with the donation project

A bin filled with donations for those in need.

[Photo] Students Worry about Returning Amid California Fires

Milo Cheese and Julie Vasquez
January 14, 2025
ASB Sophmores work on advertising a donation drop off

Green trees and plants enhance the environment near the cafeteria and outdoor stage.

[Photo] Co-Existing with Nature at Hami

Milo Cheese, Opinion Editor
October 25, 2024
SAS senior Elvis Leal argues that the cell phone ban may be a better idea than students think.

[Photo] Hot Take: The Phone Ban Will Have a Positive Impact

Elvis Leal, Columnist
October 16, 2024
Club president Merah Bleibel and vice president Nazya Grant pose in front of Ms. Colson's room, where the Divine Femininity Club meets.

Students Learn to Express Themselves at the Divine Femininity Club

Camila López Bautista, Staff Writer
October 11, 2024
A Hamilton student scrolls on their phone during class.

[Photo] Phone Bans in LAUSD: Good Plan or Faulty Idea?

Milo Cheese, Opinion Editor
October 9, 2024
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