Learning algebra is an important cognitive skill but not many students realize this because many teachers struggle to make it interesting for a younger mind. At Mountain Ridge High School, algebra teacher Mr. Lopez was interviewed. Where it all started Lopez...

Often, teachers act as mentors, guiding students through academic and personal challenges. Their influence shapes students’ characters and encourages them to pursue their dreams. Ultimately, teachers inspire students to become better versions of themselves...

Teaching is a profession that goes beyond being just teaching. It includes shaping young minds and provides them with the tools to make them successful. Teachers encourage critical thinking and creativity.  Mrs. Rodgers, a beloved teacher on our Mountain...

The hum of conversation fills the marketing classroom as students cluster around their tables, laughter and debate echoing off the highly decorated walls. At the center of this vibrant scene stands Mr. Samaniego, more commonly known as Mr. Sam, a teacher...

The Spanish honors class is saying their last farewells to Mrs. Bennett, the Spanish honors teacher who will be leaving this school year. As the school year is wrapping up, Mrs. Bennett reflects on her teaching experience and fond memories of Mountain...

Who is Ms. Sercl? In the numerous and boundless halls of Mountain Ridge High School, Ms. Sercl teaches U.S. History, Dual U.S. History, and AP U.S. History. As a history teacher she has educated four years of Mountain Ridge students on the history...

Has your teacher ever had a dream about you? That may be the case if you’ve ever had Mrs. Gordon as a teacher. Gordon says that she has had the same dream of a select few of her present students at least several times in her teaching career; where she’s...

On the 6th of  December, our spirited DECA club took on the noble mission of transforming our school into paradise. Picture this: hundreds of students, on campus, with an enthusiasm that could rival any caffeinated beverage.  As the clock struck...

It was a warm Saturday afternoon when Mountain Ridge’s campus was bustling with activity. Guests were first welcomed by a booth, which handed out a ticket with areas to be stamped. At each booth, the student working it would stamp the ticket after a...

On Friday, October 13th, the Mountain Ridge staff will be facing off in a charity basketball game against the Glendale Police Department. All donations and proceeds from the game will go to the AZ Special Olympics, whose goal is to raise $5,000 through...

The Mountain Ridge Band performed with the Kansas City Chief cheerleaders and mascot on Saturday morning on the live broadcast of Fox and Friends at the State Farm Stadium.    “We formed different formations each time, like an arc or two...