The News Cycle

The Davis Senior High School's Blue Devil Hub produce this weekly show for the Davis community. The show dives into issues relevant to students and residents. In addition to KDRT, you can find the show at bluedevilhub.com. It is broadcast on 95.7 KDRT at 8 AM on Mondays and noon on Tuesdays.

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Testing Season is Here: CAASPP and SAT

Today, The News Cycle is all about the CAASPP testing at Davis High School and the SAT that happened on Saturday, March 14th. We have a conversation with test coordinator Krisitine Gladding. Then, Maggie Lubell talks on how to prepare for the upcoming SATs and an editorial on school lunches by Adeline Glen. Hosted and produced by Maya Davis and Maggie Lubell. Packages by Maggie Lubell and Adeline Glen. Music by Daniel Ruiz Jimenez. 



 

Teens on the Clock

Today, The News Cycle examines how Davis high school students balance part-time work with classes and activities. We with with College and Career specialist Deanna Torres, about the local job landscape for teens. Everett Campbell follows student Nicole Garcia as she juggles work, boxing, and scouting, while Kyla Schumann offers her opinion on the UC quarter system.

Hosted and produced by Godolias Mesfin. Packages by Everett Campbell and Kyla Schumann. Music by Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez.

 

What We Love

Today, The News Cycle is all about healthy relationships within teens and all about things people love. We have a conversation with Psychology teacher Holly Istas. Then, Maggie Lubell shares a story on a teacher's passion for his job, and Kriztian Anderson gives us insight on the love of soccer. 

Hosted and Produced by Maya Davis. Packages by Maggie Lubell and Kritzian Anderson. Music by Daniel Ruiz Jimenez. 

 

AI: Is it an Asset or a Liability?

Today, The News Cycle covers the future of AI. We begin with an interview with the Co-Founding Director of the AI Center in Engineering, Dr. Raissa D’Souza, to learn about what she thinks AI means for society. Simon Kim looks into the use of AI chatbots during college admissions, while Sneha Budhathoki talks about the misuse of artificial intelligence in a classroom setting.

Hosted and produced by Godolias Mesfin. Packages by Simon Kim and Sneha Budhathoki. Music by Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez

Not Your Typical Classroom

Today, The News Cycle focuses on alternative education options. We have a conversation with the Academic Center Supervisor, Kimberley Arellano. Then, Teo Anastasio goes into independent study options, and Andri Pelo talks about adult education. Hosted and Produced by Maya Davis. Packages by Teo Anastasio and Andri Pelo. Music by Daniel Ruiz Jimenez.

 

High Schoolers Involved in Global Issues

Today, The News Cycle focuses on high school youth and global involvement. First, listen to Harlow Hamilton's opinion piece about teenagers' involvement in global issues. Then, Leela Davis covers clubs that support student involvement. Finally, Carmella Forcella finds out how students can get more involved in the world today. Hosted and produced by Harlow Hamilton. Package by Leela Davis and Carmella Forcella. Music by Daniel Ruiz Jimenez. 

 

Fewer Students, Bigger Questions

Today, the News Cycle examines declining enrollment across DJUSD and the factors driving it, from lower birth rates to the rising cost of housing in Davis. The episode begins with a conversation between Madeline Lu and DJUSD Chief Strategy Officer Maria Clayton, who breaks down the district’s reasoning and what these changes could mean for students, families, and schools. Jamie Kang reports on how the shifts are affecting Birch Lane, while Godolias Mesfin focuses on the impact at Patwin.

Hosted and produced by Evrydiki Vougiouka. Packages by Madeline Lu, Jamie Kang, and Godolias Mesfin. Music by Daniel Ruiz Jimmenez.

Game Time

Today, The News Cycle covers winter sports at Davis Senior High. We begin with an interview with the track coach Spencer Elliott about renovations to the school track. Maggie Lubell reports on the start of basketball league play, and Maya Davis looks at how soccer teams adapt to the winter season.

Hosted and produced by Godolias Mesfin. Packages by Maggie Lubell and Maya Davis. Music by Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez

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