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East Side News

East Side News

The Student News Site of Plainfield East High School

East Side News

2023-2024 Staff

Staff Writer

Javier Malacara

Hello, I'm Javier Malacara, a senior, and this is my first year doing journalism. I love watching sports, listening to music, and food. I'm very excited to be a part of East Side News!

Shyla Munoz
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Shyla Munoz

Hi, my name is Shyla Munoz. I'm a senior and this is my first year in journalism. I love to make art, watch movies/shows, and make people laugh. I’m so excited to be on the East Side News team and for you guys to read my stories.

Staff Writer

Addison Haughian

Hello, my name is Addison Haughian. I am a junior and this is my first year in journalism. I enjoy playing basketball and reading books. I am super excited to be writing for East Side News!

Dominic Taylor
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Dominic Taylor

Hello, my name is Dominic Taylor and I am a sophomore at Plainfield East. This is my first year writing for East Side News. I enjoy writing, running, and talking about sports. I really look forward to writing for East Side News and hope to learn a lot about journalism. My go to lunch at school is a spicy chicken patty with mayo and a side of carrots, with some chocolate milk.

Staff Writer

Mia Debelevich

Hello, my name is Mia Debelevich. I am a senior and this is my first year in journalism. Aside from my love for reading and writing, music is my passion. My vinyl records are my most prized possession.

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Jacob Joiner

Hello. My Name is Jacob. I am a senior at East. This is my first year working on the paper. I joined because I enjoy interviewing and interacting with people and learning more about them. I enjoy music, basketball, video games, and spending time with friends and family.

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Edward Hambric

Hello, my name is Edward Hambric, I am a senior at Plainfield East, and this is my first year working with East Side News. I like sports, listening to music, playing video games, and hanging out with my friends. I'm really excited to be a part of this, and my goal after I graduate is to go to a 4-year school and get my degree in journalism to eventually become a sports journalist. I hope y'all enjoy...

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Sadie Hamilton

Hey! I'm Sadie. I'm a sophomore. This is my second year in journalism. I like reading and writing, and I love music :).

Staff Writer

Daniella Torres

Hola, my name is Daniella Torres, I am a Junior and this is my second year working with East Side News. I like writing and reading poetry, dancing, and listening to music. I'm very excited to be a part of the newspaper another year, hope you enjoy!

Staff Writer

Jasmine

Hey, my name is Jasmine and I am a sophomore. I find it exciting that I get to start working on helping with the school's newspaper! I like to draw, listen to music, talk to my friends, and to just chill and watch videos/shows.  :D

Emily Mendez
Staff Writer

Emily Mendez

Hello, my name is Emily Mendez. I'm a junior and this is my 3rd year in journalism. I enjoy reading, writing, and surprise surprise journalism. I love talking to new people and playing tennis even though I hate running. I hope y’all have fun reading our stories and interacting with East Side News!

Photographer

Luna Kenneally

Hello! My name is Luna, and I’m a sophomore. I enjoy reading, writing, and photography! Aside from Newspaper Club, I’m part of GSA and Tech Crew. I’m excited to help work on the school’s newspaper, and to start a new chapter here at East!

Editor-in-chief

Mia Graske

Hello, my name is Mia, and I am currently a senior. This is my third year on East Side News. I love music and art. I am looking forward to new stories and new opportunities this year.

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