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Construction worker completing the theater classroom bungalow.
Clearing up Construction Confusion
The Humanities building, one of the oldest buildings on campus, will be prepped for teardown beginning this summer. "There's so much wrong with my room, my AC doesn't work, there's ants that come in, when it rains it leaks, so I'm not really going to miss that," said Humanities teacher Ms. Malina, who also attended Hamilton as a student. "What I will miss are the memories that have consumed this room, but I guess you bring those memories with you."
Hamilton Before Construction
Understanding Staff Limits: Who can search students?
Understanding Staff Limits: Who can search students?
Many spaces at Hamilton have supportive and encouraging signs posted for students to feel safe on campus.
Fear and Concern Spread About Immigration Policies
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
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
Students gather on the basketball field and discover this year's clubs.
Clubs Rush through Hamilton High
Angus Campbell-Grossman and Saxon Johnson performing on stage.
Make Waves Hosts First Concert of the Year
Students perform at the B10 showcase.
Showcase shows off student talent
Students perform at the Spring Choral Concert.
The Last Hurrah
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
Hamilton's girls' tennis team huddles up for warm-ups.
Girls Tennis Serves Up a Skill Winning Match
Football players wait for the sun to set in order to start the game.
#HAMIPRIDE: Community Gathers For Hami’s First Football Game
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
Hamilton is well-known for their students' behaviors being kind and thoughtful; it is of no surprise that their views on money reflect this sentiment.
Generous Youth
As the year starts to come to a close, the yearbook is an amazing way to reflect on high school years.
Reminiscing with the School Yearbook
Vampires in media are either sensual and attractive or absolutely terrifying; how does this reflect our views in society?
From Monstrosity to Allure: The Cultural Shift in Vampire Symbolism
Sometimes when the future looks murky, it's important to keep your head up and stay calm.
Daring to Stand in the Unknown
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
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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)
  • October 7Yankees, as of October 8th, 2025, you'll need your Student ID in order to get your free school lunch in the cafeteria.
  • October 6The Blood Drive is October 14th, Yanks!
  • September 24Homecoming is on October 11th! Tickets are $40 this week! Buy in person in front of IH-08 on B & C days during lunch!

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Elvis Leal

Elvis Leal, Columnist

Elvis Leal is a columnist for The Federalist. He is a senior in SAS at Alexander Hamilton Senior High. Elvis is interested in expressing opinions that he feels can be helpful for other people, or people who need to hear something relatable from somebody their age. You can share feedback and story ideas with Elvis through email at [email protected] or on Instagram @federalistathami.

All content by Elvis Leal
Sometimes when the future looks murky, it's important to keep your head up and stay calm.

Daring to Stand in the Unknown

Elvis Leal, Columnist
June 2, 2025
Anora, a movie that one "Best Picture" at The Oscars, may not have that "best picture" quality after all.

Review: “Anora’s” Wasted Potential

Elvis Leal, Columnist
May 6, 2025
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

Elvis Leal, Columnist
April 29, 2025
Partying in LA is part of its culture; however, it is important to stay cautious regardless of the perceived safety.

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.

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

Elvis Leal, Columnist
March 25, 2025
Disconnecting from your phone opens your mind to reconnect with beauties of reality.

Disconnecting Your Phone to Reconnect With Yourself

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

Returning To Campus: Inconsiderate Much?

Elvis Leal, Columnist
January 14, 2025
AMPA students Micah Rosenthal, Clementine Jones, and Thomas Vandeman rehearse a scene from The Crucible.

Crucible Actors Prepare to Take the Stage

Elvis Leal, Staff Writer
November 1, 2024
The path to freedom relies on one's ability to accept themselves and become self-aware, argues columnist Elvis Leal.

The Journey to Self-Awareness and Acceptance: A Path to Freedom

Elvis Leal, Columnist
November 1, 2024
SAS senior Elvis Leal argues that the cell phone ban may be a better idea than students think.

Hot Take: The Phone Ban Will Have a Positive Impact

Elvis Leal, Columnist
October 16, 2024
Elvis Leal, a senior in SAS.

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

Milo Cheese, Opinion Editor
October 9, 2024
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