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An example of AI being asked to write a rhetorical analysis essay of MLK’s, “I have a dream” speech.
Where Are We Now With Artificial Intelligence?
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
T-206's decorated classroom in preparation for the Halloween season.
Halloween Costumes: Tips and Tricks for the Spooky Season
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
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
Dance team athletes Kimora Johnson and Sequoia Gibson pose for a photo before the game begins.
Homecoing Football Game 10/3
Hamilton's girls' tennis team huddles up for warm-ups.
Girls Tennis Serves Up a Skill Winning Match
#14 Le'Kai Morgan runs out of bounds after yardage gain.
Hamilton vs. Loyola (9/12/25)
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
Unity is needed in the current state of our world, but instead the opposite is occuring.
Political Division Is Ruining Society
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
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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 28This week is Halloween Spirit Week! Have fun and dress up with your friends!
  • October 28Early bird pricing for the Yearbook ends on October 31st! By November 1st, the price will go from $80 to $90. Pre-order your yearbook today!
  • October 28Seniors, your senior quotes are due by October 31st! Visit the 2026 group for more information.

The Federalist

The Federalist
Julie Vasquez

Julie Vasquez, Student Life Editor

Julie Vasquez is the student life editor for The Federalist. She is a senior in AMPA at Alexander Hamilton Senior High. Julie covers culture, trends, and events around campus. She is interested in creative writing and Folklorico dancing. You can share feedback and story ideas with Julie through email at [email protected] or on Instagram @federalistathami.

All content by Julie Vasquez
Many spaces at Hamilton have supportive and encouraging signs posted for students to feel safe on campus.

Fear and Concern Spread About Immigration Policies

Edmundo Garcia and Julie Vasquez
May 23, 2025
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

April Orozco and Julie Vasquez
April 10, 2025
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

Julie Vasquez, Student Life Editor
March 20, 2025
Mr. McDonough conducts the Hamilton Chamber Orchestra with singers from the choir.

The AMPA Collaborative Concert: A Great Creation

Julie Vasquez, Student Life Editor
February 21, 2025
A student holds up a poster in Spanish that reads "I am the voice of my family."

Students Walk Out to Protest Against Immigration Policies

Julie Vasquez, Student Life Editor
February 19, 2025
California skies are filled with smoke on a student's way to school last week.

Students Worry about Returning Amid California Fires

Milo Cheese and Julie Vasquez
January 14, 2025
AMPA students Micah Rosenthal, Clementine Jones, and Thomas Vandeman rehearse a scene from The Crucible.

[Photo] Crucible Actors Prepare to Take the Stage

November 1, 2024
Students enjoy a conga line to end off the L.A.S.O dance.

L.A.S.O Hosts a Fun Fall Dance

Julie Vasquez, Student Life Editor
October 24, 2024
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Students rehearse "The Dream" during after-school rehearsals.

Students Take on Tradition in “Fiddler on The Roof”

Julie Vasquez, Assistant Editor
April 17, 2024
The Wallows concert

The Decline of Concert Etiquette

Julie Vasquez, Assistant Editor
March 22, 2024
Members of the cast look off stage as they practice a scene 'A Midsummer Nights Dream'

Actors Blast to the Past in “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”

Julie Vasquez, Assistant Editor
March 5, 2024
Hamilton's Mandarin Class Brings in the Lunar New Year

Hamilton’s Mandarin Class Brings in the Lunar New Year

Amia Stovall and Julie Vasquez
February 27, 2024
Mr. Brinkley featured in his classroom.

Brinkley wins the Bessie Bruington Burke Award

Julie Vasquez, Staff Writer
January 31, 2024
Diego Ceniceros works on his logo, which was selected as a finalist in the competition.

Hami Students Show Off Their Designs in the Fancy Cleaner’s Fancy Logo Competition

Julie Vasquez, Staff Writer
December 14, 2023
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