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Claire Silva, Lifestyles Editor
Claire Silva is a senior at Redwood and a lifestyles editor for the Redwood Bark. She enjoys hiking with her dog, karaoke and skiing.
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Silhouetted against the sweeping landscapes of the Bay and the Marin Headlands, the Bay Area is well known for its position in the counterculture...
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Ava Carlson • June 27, 2024
El año pasado, tuve la oportunidad de hablar con estudiantes del grado 12 en la clase de English Language Development (ELD) sobre sus experiencias...