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The Ridge Review

The Student News Site of Mountain Ridge High School | Glendale, Arizona

The Student News Site of Mountain Ridge High School | Glendale, Arizona

The Ridge Review

The Student News Site of Mountain Ridge High School | Glendale, Arizona

The Ridge Review

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EDS Awareness Month

Jenna Dudley, Editor in Chief May 21, 2025

May is Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes awareness month, or EDS. EDS is a genetic connective tissue disorder that can impact very part of the body. There are thirteen different types of EDS, ranging in prevalence and impacted areas, with the most common being...

Mr. Gates: The Science Teacher’s Journey Through Teaching and Learning

Samuel Green, Journalist May 16, 2025

Teaching is not just a profession; it's a calling that requires passion, dedication, and a desire to mold the development of young minds. The job has taken Mr. Gates, a science teacher at Mountain Ridge High School, from being a pupil to becoming a teacher....

Teacher Appreciation: Sara Godby

Sian Kanjirathingal, Journalist May 15, 2025

In Mountain Ridge High School, in Phoenix Arizona, Sara Godby, also known as Señora Godby, is an enthusiastic and happy Spanish 1-2 teacher that loves her job. Her inspiration to teach Spanish rooted from her childhood and her family. Señora Godby’s...

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A Superior Choir Needs a Superior Director

Leah Halvorsen May 15, 2025

From Eastern Europe to the classroom, Abel Dragomir has set extraordinary examples for what music appreciation and an exemplary choir looks like. He has taught in the music program for 15 years; 11 at Ridge, and four at Desert Winds Elementary. He has...

Teacher Appreciation: Mr. Randolph

Cheng-Hsuan Kuo, Journalist May 14, 2025

Mr. Randolph is a special teacher who loves engineering and helping students. He decided to become an engineer back in 7th grade because he really likes math and science. When he studied physics in high school, he knew it was the right choice for him....

English at its Finest

A Look Into an Awe-Inspiring Teacher
Evelyn Lamb, Journalist May 14, 2025

Learning to have proper communication skills through writing is a key part of having both academic and personal success. As one of many required high school classes, English is by far one of the most important subjects out there. Many students find the...

Teacher Appreciation: Ryan Backstrom

Sebastian Carter, Journalist May 14, 2025

Ryan Backstrom is a devoted educator and coach who has spent over two decades making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people through physical education and athletics. Originally from Mississippi and raised in Glendale, Arizona, Backstrom’s...

Mr. Francisco OrtizyDavis

Deacon Tresler, Journalist May 14, 2025

Mountain Ridge High School is filled with many wonderful teachers. Spanning from gym class to AP Physics, Ridge has an abundance of educators willing to put the time and effort into their classes to get the most out of their students. That’s why Mountain...

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Teacher Appreciation: Mrs. Kain

Charli Shafer, Journalist May 8, 2025

Mrs. Kain has been teaching here at Mountain Ridge for two years. She teaches Intermediate/ Advanced Film/TV, AP Computer Fundamentals, and Adv/Intro Digital Communications. She went to Savannah College of Art and Design for her undergrad in Film...

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Mr. Roa: The Science to Teaching Science

Abigail Bridge, Journalist May 7, 2025

Teaching is a job that not only requires hard work but also requires empathy. Connecting with your students is an important part of helping them learn. In an article by Sara Rimm-Kaufman and Lia Sandilos, it reads, “ students who have close, positive...

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Beyond the Equation: Eli Lopez Shares Teaching Secrets

Adrienne Sandoval, Journalist May 7, 2025

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...