2019-2020 Staff
Jas Sanghani
Editor-in-Chief
I am the editor-in-chief for my third and final year as a member of East Side News. Outside of journalism, I enjoy playing Fortnite and eating Portillo's chocolate cake.
Laine Cibulskis
News Editor/Social Media Director
Writing is one of my many passions. I'm a sophomore, the news editor, and have been on East Side News since freshman year. I love exploring the daily happenings at our school and sharing them with our student body. Outside of journalism, I'm on Speech Team, Science Olympiad, Poetry Club, and Math Team.
Carolyn Winiecki
Staff Writer
This is my first year in journalism. I enjoy playing badminton on Plainfield East's team, tech crew, and volunteering through Key Club.
Matthew Manzella
Staff Writer
This is my first year in journalism. I am a sophomore and play varsity soccer at Plainfield East. I enjoy being outside, running, hanging out with friends and family, and helping others.
Katrina Beier
Staff Writer
Hi: This is my second year in journalism as a staff writer. I am on the tennis team, in NHS, and a peer tutor in the Media Center.
Savanna Thomas
Staff Writer
Hi: This is my second year in journalism. I enjoy art, photography, and music.
Amaris Lee
Staff Writer
I am a senior at Plainfield East High School and a staff writer for East Side News. My favorite hobbies are writing, drawing, and hanging around my friends. I've been involved in Dance, Cheerleading, Track, and I am currently involved in Technical/Stage Crew for the Fall Play/Spring Musical. I enjoy being around animals, and I'm hoping to practice veterinary medicine when I go to college....
Ameera Haque
Staff Writer
The name's Haque, Ameera Haque. I'm a junior, and this is my first year in Journalism. You can usually find me in the library checking out the latest books, and being in denial about my nerdiness. Being an ex-band geek really takes a toll.
Eddie Burgin
Staff Writer
Hi ya: I'm a sophomore, and this is my first year in journalism. I love poetry, storytelling, and drawing. Also, I've worked at a haunted house and love all scary kinds of scary things!
Aalya Masud
Staff Writer
Hello! I am a sophomore. This is my first year as a member of the journalism team. My hobbies are reading, public speaking, and swimming.
Amber Speer
Staff Writer
I'm a senior staff writer. I joined journalism this year because after high school I'm headed off the be a journalist for the Navy! Right now, I'm in tech crew and love sign language.
Isabel Herrera
Staff Writer
I'm a senior staff writer. I love bullet journaling, spoken word, and the color yellow.
Mikaela Ramirez
Staff Writer
Greetings, tis I, a staff writer on East Side News. I am a junior, despite my demeanor and height. I joined journalism this year, so I’m new. I have a lot of interests, but I mostly like to draw, take photos, and occasionally write. That's all folks.
Rayne Branch
Staff Writer
Hi. My name is Rayne, pronounced "Rain." I am a freshmen, and this is my first year in East Side News. My interests include film making and anything art related.
Katie Sisto
Staff Writer
Heyo! I am a senior this year, and this is my second year at East Side News. I participate in concert band, Color Guard, and tech crew.
Isabella Ghahtani
Staff Writer
Howdy! I'm a senior, and it is my second year in journalism. I enjoy writing (obviously), dancing, EDM, music festivals, sour candy, and traveling. I am looking forward to sharing my work with you. - Izzy G, out!
Kaely Espinoza
Sports Editor
Hello, This is my first year in journalism! I’m a sophomore and my many favorite things include playing volleyball and soccer on a competitive level. I love to help others around me and watch many movies.
Rayessa Suarez
staff writer
I am a senior staff writer. This is my first year in journalism. I am on tech/stage crew for two years.
Joaquin Braganza
Web and Broadcast Editor
I am a senior, and this is my second year at East Side News.