The Student News Site of Canyon Vista Middle School

Canyon Echoes

The Student News Site of Canyon Vista Middle School

Canyon Echoes

The Student News Site of Canyon Vista Middle School

Canyon Echoes

Do video games cause violence?

Do video games cause violence?

Ivan Schere, Reporter January 26, 2022

The age-old debate of video games causing violence has roaming around for decades. But is it true? Since the first violent video games such as Mortal Kombat or even the original Grand Theft Auto came...

PACHINKO: Book Cover

Pachinko: A Book Review

Divya Shankar, Reporter January 24, 2022

This book originally started trending on social platforms and has since gained incredible amounts of fame. Multiple reviews illustrate Pachinko as an "epic," however I wanted to give my own two cents on...

Genshin Impact 2.4 Update: Review

Genshin Impact 2.4 Update: Review

Leah Jones, Reporter January 18, 2022

Genshin Impact is a popular video game. So yes, there's still more content coming out and the game is updating frequently. However, right now there's enough content for a review. Shenhe's quest was absolutely...

Ranking the 5 most popular video games ever

Ranking the 5 most popular video games ever

Ivan Schere, Reporter January 18, 2022

Minecraft has sold 238,000,000 copies. Additionally, GTA V has sold 155,000,000 copies. As a result, in this article, I will rank the 5 most popular video games of all time, meaning the ones that have...

My Problems With Live-Action Disney

My Problems With Live-Action Disney

Mayla Montgomery, Reporter January 14, 2022

Disney movies are a staple of thousands of people's childhoods. They are films they grew up watching and have continued to love. Whether because of the beautiful dresses, the fantastical universes, or...

Racism in media and how they affect our viewpoints.

Racism in media and how they affect our viewpoints.

Nikhil Gupta, Editor in Chief January 11, 2022

The media is our gateway to different cultures, ideas, and thought. We learn much about things outside of our comfort zone through the media. You can be laughing at one of your favorite comedies, or you...

Pointe Shoes: What No One Tells You

Pointe Shoes: What No One Tells You

Arden Choi, Reporter January 11, 2022

               Nutcracker season is upon us, and ballet dancers everywhere are rushing to buy new pointe shoes in hopes of looking their best on stage.  Pointe shoes are a staple...

Should You Use Piercing Guns?

Should You Use Piercing Guns?

Aiden Watson, Reporter January 10, 2022

A lot of poor misinformed souls have unfortunately used piercing guns to pierce their ears, nose, and other places (which is COMPLETELY WRONG)! In this article, we will discuss why. If you've ever...

Poppy Playtime: Review

Poppy Playtime: Review

Leah Jones, Reporter December 15, 2021

The game Poppy Playtime has blown up recently--and I’m here to review the game. It’s decently scary and requires some skills at puzzle-solving. It has jumpscares, puzzles, good graphics, and a nice...

Why Representation in Media Matters

Why Representation in Media Matters

Mayla Montgomery, Reporter December 15, 2021

Media is one of the most powerful mediums in the world. The media we consume has the power to shape our ideas about the world. However, representation of minority groups within the media is severely lacking....

Red (Taylors Version)

Red (Taylor’s Version)

Mayla Montgomery, Reporter December 15, 2021

In 2012, a twenty two year old Taylor Swift released her fourth studio album, Red. The album was a hit, and began establishing the "new" Taylor. Before Red, Swift was best known for her country songs....

Backpacks or Binders, Which is Better?

Backpacks or Binders, Which is Better?

Arden Choi, Reporter December 13, 2021

In years past, Canyon Vista Protocol did not allow for students to carry backpacks or other large bags to class, forcing students to find alternative smaller bookbags, like the popular zipper-binder. ...

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