Sophia is a senior at Mayfair High School and the editor-in-chief of The Windjammer. Her journey in journalism reawakened her love for writing as well as sought improvement in her leadership and communication skills. She hopes to use her experience and passion to effectively lead her reporters and editors. As a writer, Sophia enjoys analyzing music albums and reporting various school events. She finds delight in art in many forms, whether it is fashion, music, or traditional art. Besides being EiC, she also serves as historian for Girl Up and a tutor at the Writing Center. Outside of school, Sophia enjoys cafés, karaoke with friends, and creating outfits.

Cesar is a senior and copy editor for The Windjammer. Over the past three years in journalism, he has grown tremendously in writing and communication, refining his voice and confidence. Cesar has been passionate about self-expression through writing since fifth grade and aims to use it as a form of expression. He hopes to apply the knowledge and skills he has gained throughout his time in journalism in the future. He plans to pursue elementary education at Cerritos College and later transfer to CSULB to continue his studies. He is looking forward to working with his reporters and the rest of the editorial crew to carry on The Windjammer’s legacy.​

Andrea Ramos is a senior and returning member of the editorial staff on The Windjammer. As she reaches the end of this chapter, she strives to keep growing and improving her skills every day. She enjoys drawing, scrapbooking, and reading horror and fantasy. Outside of journalism, she is involved in GSA (Gender-Sexuality Alliance), Animal Club, and SkillsUSA. In the future, she hopes to attend her dream university, UCLA, and become a prosecutor.

Alex is a junior at Mayfair and is the Director of Photography for The Windjammer. She joined journalism to work behind the scenes on special school events and to learn how to use all the tech equipment the team relies on. She likes to hang out with her best friends and be with loved ones. Alex has also been a part of the Girls Varsity Golf team for three years now. She wanted to join journalism to continue her passion for writing that she received from taking creative writing last year. In the future she wants to become an ultrasound tech.

David is a senior at Mayfair High School, and it is his third year being a part of The Windjammer. He is also a member of the baseball team and enjoys participating in various clubs. David's hobbies include making videos, hiking, and cooking. His goal as a member of The Windjammer is help create videos and improve his skills for his future directing career. David is looking forward to his upcoming role in student journalism.

Tricia is a junior at Mayfair High School and The Windjammer's very own Social Media Manager. She joined journalism to challenge her writing skills, explore her imagination more, and step outside of her comfort zone. Tricia's goal is to promote school events, community news, and The Windjammer team as a whole. After graduating, she plans to major in communications or journalism and aspires to become a broadcast news reporter. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, music, and journaling.

Patch is a senior at Mayfair High School returning to The Windjammer for his final year, contributing his artistic skills as the team’s illustrator. What started as a hobby has grown into a more serious pursuit through his work with The Windjammer and as a member of the Art Academy. Patch joined journalism to connect with like-minded peers and enjoys writing news, review, and opinion pieces while exploring other creative opportunities. For him, the best part of the job is meeting new people and forming deeper connections, and he values the journey of growth along the way.

Kalani is 15 years old. He loves skateboarding and creating and playing music. A thing he obsesses over is old technology like older cameras. He likes hanging out with friends—at beach, skating, or the mall. He really likes collecting vinyl. In the future, he hopes to work in the medical field and start a family later on. He joined journalism because he likes working with cameras and writing. His dream is for his shoegaze-based band to become famous, but that is just an unrealistic dream. His favorite sports are soccer, football, volleyball, and basketball.

Soffia is a sophomore at Mayfair High School in her first year with The Windjammer. She has a growing passion for writing unusual stories and heartfelt poems. Soffia enjoys spending time with her friends and family, but she especially loves being with her cats and her boyfriend. She joined journalism to explore new writing skills and have fun learning. In the future, she hopes to become a radiologist.​

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Carter is a senior at Mayfair High School who is returning for his third year in journalism after taking a semester off for other high school duties. He is excited to return to journalism for his final semester of high school. Carter is a priority-driven student who enjoys speaking his mind, which led him back to journalism. He loves watching sports, hanging out with his friends, playing golf, and spending time with family. Carter is excited about his future; he plans to attend university after high school and hopes journalism will help guide his path.​​

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Violet is a senior at Mayfair High School and their second year as a student in journalism. Like their first year, they still have a lot of ideas to bring to journalism. They love watching movies, writing, reading, and spending quality time with their friends and family. They love bugs, animals, and the colors red and purple. Their favorite film directors are Gregg Araki, John Waters, and David Lynch. After high school, Violet plans to attend Long Beach City College and later become a film & media archivist.​

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Jah-Iyre' is a senior at Mayfair High School who joined The Windjammer to express herself more fully and improve her writing and communication skills. She has always loved journaling and reflecting on her feelings, and hopes to translate that into sharing her passions with others. Curious about a wide range of topics, Jah-Iyre' aspires to become a therapist, public speaker, and journalist, with plans to write a book, novel, or poetry in the future. She also enjoys observing, thinking before speaking, and using her voice to connect with others.

Layla is a senior at Mayfair High School who enjoys going to the beach and spending time with friends. She grew up in Bellflower, California, later moved to Surprise, Arizona, and eventually returned to Lakewood. Layla believes journalism is important because it keeps people informed about the events and issues around them. In the future, she plans to return to Arizona to complete her college education. She values her family and friends deeply. 

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Eimear is a freshman at Mayfair High School beginning her first year in The Windjammer. She’s a member of the cheer team, a dedicated student who works hard to maintain her grades, and someone who takes pride in presenting her best self every day. Outside of school, she enjoys sleeping, listening to music, and spending time with friends. Eimear joined journalism out of curiosity and to improve her writing skills, get more involved, and express her voice. In the future, she hopes to attend an Ivy League school and pursue a career as a criminal defense lawyer.

Ryann is a sophomore at Mayfair High School who competes in volleyball and track, playing outside hitter and running the 400. She joined The Windjammer to get more involved on campus and strengthen her writing skills. She enjoys spending time with friends and family, taking photos, and watching sports. A dedicated language learner, she has studied Spanish for 12 years and earned her Seal of Biliteracy. In the future, she hopes to attend Pepperdine University, Texas A&M University, Loyola Marymount, or Cal State Fullerton and pursue a career in sports media, journalism, or broadcasting.

Jessica is a sophomore who likes to hang out with her dog, family, and friends and enjoys talking to people. She likes to watch musicals, read, and cook. Jessica earned her Seal of Biliteracy in Spanish during her freshman year after completing 10 years in the dual immersion program. She joined The Windjammer to challenge herself and continue improving her writing skills.

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Jonathan Hicks is a junior at Mayfair High School who enjoys music and watching sports, especially baseball, hockey, and football. He joined The Windjammer to try something new and explore a possible future in journalism. Jonathan is also a member of the Mayfair Monsoon Marching Corps, where he plays bass drum 5 during field season and trumpet during concert season. In the future, he plans to become a high school history teacher.

Xiromy is a freshman girl who joined journalism just because she wanted to join something new. This student is in the marching band; she plays the flute, and sometimes in her free time she draws. Xiromy has 9 siblings, 6 brothers and 2 sisters. Only 3 of her siblings are in Mayfair. She is also a big reader and likes to watch anime. In the future she wants to be a firefighter because she is someone who wants to help others and make sure they are okay.

Celena, a dedicated student at Mayfair, passionately documents school events, loves to talk on the Windjammer podcast, and states her opinion on things that catch her interest. Alongside her active involvement in school activities, she pursues journalism as a way to sharpen her writing and speaking skills. She often spends her days with her beloved cat and enjoys shopping and socializing with friends. Through her role as a student journalist at Mayfair, Celena consistently shows her commitment to capturing and sharing the happenings within her school community.

Liberty is a sophomore at Mayfair High School who enjoys shopping, the color pink, and anything gold. She grew up in Pasadena, California, and moved to Long Beach in 2022. Liberty joined journalism because she enjoys writing and wanted to try something new. In the future, she hopes to become a Supreme Court judge and plans to attend Spelman College, Howard University, or Southern University. If she decides not to pursue law, Liberty dreams of owning an architecture company and living a happy, successful life.

​Samantha is a freshman at Mayfair High School, and this is her first year with The Windjammer. She joined journalism to strengthen her writing skills and pursue her passion for storytelling. Samantha loves writing, reading, and watching K-dramas and other shows. In her free time, she enjoys listening to music, spending time with her family, and learning about history. After high school, she plans to join the Air Force while attending college to study either neurosurgery or criminology. She also dreams of traveling the world someday.

Caleb is a sophomore at Mayfair High School and a new member of The Windjammer team. A former creative writing student, he joined journalism to apply his writing skills and explore interesting topics. Caleb enjoys discovering new music, building Legos, watching cartoons, and writing. He also likes helping others and offering advice, which has inspired his goal of becoming a psychologist in the future. This year, he hopes to make meaningful contributions to The Windjammer.

Maricruz is a freshman and a member of The Windjammer and is excited to be part of the team. She attended ILC for elementary school and has always had a strong love for music. Known for her kindness, she enjoys helping others and spending time with her family, friends, and her dog. She joined the journalism team at Mayfair because she loves writing and sharing her thoughts. Maricruz hopes to attend a university like Cal State Long Beach and eventually go to USC Medical School to become a trauma surgeon specializing in cardiothoracic surgery.

Karlie is a sophomore at Mayfair High School who joined The Windjammer to strengthen her writing skills and build confidence in social settings. She’s part of the Art Academy and enjoys drawing, listening to music, and expressing herself creatively. Lately, she’s developed a big interest in seals and hopes to become more outgoing—and maybe even connect more with her teachers (who she hopes will appreciate her seal doodles). In the future, Karlie aspires to pursue a career as an architect, engineer, or lawyer.

​Leah is a junior at Mayfair High School and recently joined The Windjammer to become more involved with school programs. She has always enjoyed writing and learning about a variety of topics, and journalism allows her to explore both interests. Through this course, she hopes to strengthen her writing and interviewing skills throughout the year. Leah also serves as the president of Parable, a club she has been passionate about since her freshman year. After graduating, she plans to attend CSULB to study psychology and pursue a career as a psychiatrist.

Karter is a sophomore at Mayfair High School, and this is her first year with The Windjammer. She joined journalism because it seemed fun and offered a chance to strengthen her writing skills. Karter is also a member of the Mayfair Cheer Team, where she serves as a base, and she plans to continue cheerleading through her senior year. Outside of school, she enjoys listening to music, going to Knott’s Berry Farm, hanging out with friends, and trying new places to eat. Inspired by her love for animals—especially her dog—Karter hopes to become a veterinarian in the future.​

Lilah is a junior, and it is her first semester in journalism. She joined journalism for the new opportunities, knowledge, and experiences that she could receive from it. She plays club volleyball and is in ASB and Link Crew, and she loves all the people that she met through those activities. She loves to travel and has been to 8 different countries so far and also has plans to visit many more. Her dream is to go to Greece and Italy to explore the ancient ruins and structures created by old empires. She mainly enjoys spending her time with friends, either at the beach or exploring new places!

Savannah is a senior at Mayfair High School who joined journalism to learn how to express herself on a different level. She has always loved to express her feelings and have a voice. She is a very dedicated person to keeping the voice that she has worked very hard to maintain. She takes pride in how she carries herself and the image that people see of her. In her free time she likes to read, paint, and listen to music.

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His Lordship, the Reverend Austin Graham Cross, BA, Long May He Reign, is the current adviser for The Windjammer. Having been a student journalist himself and Editor-in-Chief of Los Alamitos High School's Griffin Chronicle during the 2012-2013 school year, Lord-Reverend Cross now dictates The Windjammer with unmitigated cruelty. He wields an edge of shadow and blood and even darker shadow. He knows what is best in life is to crush your enemies, see them driven before you, and hear the lamentations of their women. Mr. Cross also enjoys cooking, metal, and language learning. He owns a cat and a dog.