The Union St. Journal: Cherry Creek High School's official news source

Union St. Journal
The Union St. Journal: Cherry Creek High School's official news source

Union St. Journal
The Union St. Journal: Cherry Creek High School's official news source

Union St. Journal
Oliver Scala

Oliver Scala, News Editor

Hi! I’m Oliver, I’m a sophomore here at Creek, and this is my first year at the USJ. I’m the News Editor. I have passionate opinions about socioeconomic issues and I have a broad geographic knowledge! I play flute and am going on 7 years doing so, and I play in the marching band.

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A young child holds a sign that reads “Hands Off My Education.” During Colorado’s ‘Hands Off’ protests against the Trump administration on April 5, many children could be seen protesting the actions being taken against the Department of Education.

What Would Really Happen to Colorado Schools if the Department of Education Shut Down?

Quinn Rudnick, Peter Philpott, Oliver Scala, and Keagan Hong
May 8, 2025
Students wipe colorful powder on each other during the Holi celebration on April 11.

What Has Creek Been Up To?

Quinn Rudnick, Izzy Krauss, and Oliver Scala
May 5, 2025
How are Colorado public schools funded? The process starts at the federal level, where public schools are allocated funds from the Department of Education, Agriculture, and others. Schools then receive funds from the state, and then the total amount is divided by district. The CCSD's budget sees only 5 percent of funding coming from the federal government. (All data from the Colorado Department of Education, 2022-23)

Following State Guidance, CCSD Won’t Sign Anti-DEI Form

Quinn Rudnick and Oliver Scala
May 5, 2025
District admin recommends that students provide adequate documentation for all medical absences.

New District Policy Targets Chronic Absences

Oliver Scala and Keagan Hong
May 5, 2025
Billie Holiday's "Lady In Satin" was released in 1958, and still stands today as a symbol of her prominence and talent.

110 Years After Her Birth, Jazz Legend Billie Holiday Is As Important As Ever

Oliver Scala, News Editor
April 7, 2025
Colorado passed a ban that prohibits the use of phones while on the road in hopes of bettering road safety.

[Photo] Colorado Bans Handheld Devices While Driving to Improve Road Safety

Havana Amanlou, Assistant Opinions Editor
January 5, 2025
Project Leaders Jennifer Song-Keoppe (left) and Adele Wilson talk over ideas for the future athletics facilities with Athletics Director Jason Wilkins.

Bond Construction Enters Concept Design Stage

Peter Philpott and Oliver Scala
March 13, 2025
A team looks on in confusion as a question is read out at the Brain Bowl showdown.

[Photo] See Moments From Senate’s $51,000 Power Week Fundraiser

Quinn Rudnick, Peter Philpott, and Elise Dougherty
February 19, 2025
Chapter President sophomore Emerson Greenland kicks off an open discussion among the Turning Point USA Club in a Feb. 10 meeting.

Turning Point USA Has Opened a Chapter at Creek

Oliver Scala, Assistant Design Manager
February 10, 2025
Walker(left) works with teacher Adam Cave on his piece after school. The two often work through structure and harmonies.

Sovereign Walker Composes Song ‘Cry Not’

Oliver Scala, Staff writer
December 12, 2024
Ibuprofen is very versatile and can be used for many things.

A Love Letter to Ibuprofen

Oliver Scala, Staff Writer
December 4, 2024
The United States Capitol Building as seen from Pennsylvania Avenue Southwest.

Voters Encouraged to Pay Attention to Congressional, Local Elections

Oliver Scala, Staff Writer
October 9, 2024
English Teacher Kim Gilbert poses for a photo during her bikepacking trip, where she combined aspects of bike riding and traditional backpacking over the summer

Kim Gilbert’s Uncanny and Unusual ‘Bikepacking’ Experience

Oliver Scala, Staff Writer
September 10, 2024
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