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The benefits of school uniforms for students Caption: These PACA elementary students wear different uniform designs that have been offered in the past few years. [by Bruna Marujo] By Samuel Volkart The debate over whether school uniforms are beneficial has been going on for many years, with strong opinions on both sides. People who support…

Caption: The best way to show God you care about your body is by a biblical based life in food, spirit and physical appearance as shown in this graphic design on foods that fit the Biblical diet. [photo provided by RT Skubala-Szafir of Medium.com] by Felipe Wilcken In this world, we can find many diet…

Caption: Image of the song cover of Forrest Frank’s new hit song, “God’s Got My Back.” [photo provided by Forrest Frank’s YouTube Channel] by Nathanael Agcaoili On July 25, 2025, Forrest Frank, a gospel R&B artist, released a new song called “God’s Got My Back.” Currently, it has over 83,000 streams daily on Spotify. A…

Caption: The illustration shows the father and the son in the movie watching Jesus walk away. [photo provided by online magazine, “The Hollywood Reporter”] By Rafael Oliveira “King of Kings” is an animated film directed by Jang Seong-Ho, released in a limited number of U.S. theaters in April 2025. I had the chance to watch…

Caption: A free image from Free Vector Graphics illustrates the dangers of social media on an individual level. [photo provided by FreeVectorGraphics.com] by Nathanael Agcaoili Social media is a tool that many of us use on a daily basis. It allows us to connect with people we know and share content with them, as well…

Homework: Is it really beneficial for students? Caption: A ninth grade student diligently does her homework at school when she is able, so she does not have to take it home. [by Valentina Porto] By Valentina Porto At PACA, the majority of high and middle school students follow a hectic daily routine. In my experience,…

Caption: Freshman Victor Silva looks at the time on his watch, considering how much time he will have before his parents expect him to be at home at night. [by Aline Dobashi] By Aline Dobashi I would like to argue that curfews, a regulation that parents might choose to impose over their children requiring them…

Should school days be shorter than they are at PACA? Caption: Freshman Annabelle Harper hops onto her bus where she can expect at least an hour ride home due to heavy afternoon traffic. [by Paula-Chloe Asare-Duah] By Paula-Chloe Asare-Duah Every morning, the congestion of morning traffic can be expected to accumulate between 7:30 to 8:00am. …

Caption: High Students heading to math or science class, pass middle school students trying to take their much needed bathroom break before their class begins. [by Benjamin Oliveira] By Benjamin Oliveira Picture this familiar scene: You are a student sitting in class, staring at the clock and wishing you had more time to finish your…

Caption: Mamma Mia’s makes a big hit on Broadway in its preview weeks in August. [picture provided by online magazine, Deadline.com] By Aline Dobashi In August of 2025 the musical “Mamma Mia!” had its Broadway Revival with an opening night on August 14, 2025. The musical “Mamma Mia!” originated in London’s West End in 1999….

Caption: The new movie Wicked: For Good is the film adaptation of the second act of the famous Broadway musical Wicked. [Wicked For Good The Soundtrack image supplied by publicist] By Ana Luisa Helfer The movie, “Wicked: For Good” arrived in theaters worldwide on Friday, November 21 as the highly anticipated sequel to the first…

Caption: The Economic Times shares with its readers how the new F1 movie can be streamed next month on Apple TV. [photo provided by online magazine, The Economic Times and IMDB] By Felipe Wilcken If you are looking for a recent summer hit that was popular at the box office and continues to impress audiences…

Caption: A poster showing how the Jurassic World: Rebirth movie can be watched via streaming online. [Digital image provided by Peacock, a movie streaming platform.] By Benjamin Oliveira “Jurassic World: Rebirth” is a 2025 sci-fi adventure film directed by Gareth Edwards. It was released in theaters on July 2, 2025, and since then has been…

Caption: Poster made by the Warner Bros. Publicity team for theatrical release of the movie. [Credited to Warner Bros. Pictures Publicity] by Rafaela Miglio Whenever there is a reboot or revival of an old movie, one has to ask, “Do we really need to see another depiction of that movie?” When it comes to the…

Caption: The PACA school uniform has been mandatory for all students since the 2023-2024 school year and has changed styles and colors since then. [by Ana Luisa Helfer] by Ana Luisa Helfer Across schools around the world, dress codes are often defended as rules that promote discipline and respect. Teachers and administrators would argue that…

Caption: Freshman Aline Dobashi studies the half day schedule coming up for the final exam days. [by Valentina Porto] by Rafael Oliveira Half days at PACA have always been one of my favorite things about the school calendar. I still remember one half day last semester when my friends and I rushed out of our…

Caption: A middle school student sets aside time to work on homework after a long bus ride home. [by Rafaela Miglio] by Rafaela Miglio Homework is a normal part of school life, but many students have different opinions about it. Some believe it helps reinforce what we learn in class, while others feel it causes…

Caption: Cell phone collection is mandatory in schools in Brazil. PACA students turn in their cell phones as soon as the first homeroom bell rings at 8:00am. [photo provided by shopping website (https://niceriftsk.click/)] by Isabella Bruniera It has been my experience that cell phones are part of our daily lives now. Most students bring their…

The new “How to Train Your Dragon” movie poster found in movie theaters around the world. [Picture provided by Hyde Park Picture House] by Valentina Porto As I stepped into the theater to watch the live action movie, “How to Train Your Dragon” for the first time, I couldn’t help but feel nostalgic. The theater,…

Caption: A poster made by Disney for the cinematic release of the live action movie. [Picture provided by the Rotten Tomatoes Online Review Site] by Isabella Bruniera The new film “Lilo & Stitch,” is a live-action remake released on May 22, 2025 and was highly advertised before it made its way to the big screen….