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The Twin Times - Your Source for Student News
A Way For the Secondary Campus to Stay Connected and Informed!


Help Make School More Fun!
On the behalf of Student Government, we request both High School and Middle School to help us make Hayward Twin Oaks a better community. Over the last few months, we have noticed that some people are not interested in school activities so we eagerly ask for your recommendations! Please fill out this form!! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf2JjgX23qTxjGVOE1-w7lSopUVRn3A8T6KwNjb3Y3XQ6nWpg/viewform?usp=dialog


Our School & Community
Author: Farideh Dormishian "Our Chess Club is now up and running! Students of all skill levels—from complete beginners to advanced players—are invited to join us every Wednesday during lunch in Room B2. Whether you’re looking to learn the basics, sharpen your strategy, or simply enjoy a friendly match, Chess Club offers a welcoming and supportive space to challenge your mind and connect with fellow players. We hope to see you there!"


Counselor Spotlight
By: Karibel Bolanos & Kaylie Miranda A spotlight of the Hayward Twin Oaks front counseling team. Ms. Gisselle Ms. Gisselle Santella is our academic counselor, and she works on scheduling, helps students who are struggling, and supports seniors with choosing and applying to colleges. She really enjoys her job, especially connecting with students, and she says she doesn’t have a least favorite part. One of the craziest things she has done is work full time here while also going


Why Everyone Needs a Hero
Author: Gio Pina Everyone needs a hero for their own reasons. This project shows why having a hero is needed for everyone. Everyone faces their own challenges and while dealing with those challenges having a hero can help you with that challenge you're going through, with them inspiring you and helping you grow as an individual. Anyone can inspire you, friends and relatives, and superheroes too. Anyone can be your hero. Having a hero can be very common and it stems from bein


Jeffrey Dahmer
Author: Nyles Madison & Aron Perez Jeffrey Dahmer was an American serial killer whose crimes shocked the United States in the late 20th century. He was born on May 21, 1960, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and showed signs of emotional and behavioral problems from a young age. Dahmer struggled with feelings of isolation, alcohol abuse, and difficulty forming normal relationships, which later played a role in his criminal behavior. Jeffrey Dahmer (High School) Between 1978 and 1991,


January 6, 2021: The Day Democracy was Challenged
Author: Sofia Gonzalez On January 6, 2021, the United States capitol was violently attacked during the certification of the presidential election. This event shocked the nation and raised real, serious questions about just democracy, political division, and accountability in America. On January 6 2021, so many people in Washington DC, many of whom supported the then president Donald Trump. As Congress met to certify the results of the 2020 election, parts of the crowd stormed


National Dates
Friday, January 16: National Nothing Day Monday, January 19: National Popcorn Day Wednesday, January 21: National Squirrel Appreciation Day Thursday, January 22: National Polka Dot Day Monday, January 26: National Bubble Wrap Day Friday, January 30: National Croissant Day


Key Dates and Events
January 12: Hot Cocoa Bake Sale January 20: First Day of Semester 2 January 21: Block Party
Staff Birthdays
Author: Zaira Moreno I wanted to make staff birthdays my project because I feel like sometimes we want to know someone's birthday and...


Sticking to It!
By: Cyrene Valdellon New Year’s resolution trend!


Dad Jokes
Last updated on January 20, 2026. So frightfully awful... yet wonderfully spiffing. Never confess your love to your crush on January 1st. It’s only the first date, after all. I finally figured out how my computer mouse works! Everything clicks now. What kind of key do you need to open a banana? A monkey. Archive : "Dad, why doesn't Mom like your Hanukkah puns?" "Maybe she thinks I'm making light of the celebration." Never trust atoms. They make up everything. I keep trying to


Seasons Skip
By: Cyrene Valdellon The holiday spending is never ending!
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