Anetsa Perez is a senior at Colton High School. This is her first and last year writing for the Pepper Bough. Born and raised in Bakersfield, California, she came to Colton and started at Colton Middle School. She spent a year being on the Falcon News as a reporter. She plays clarinet and enjoys playing as an ensemble with her class in concerts. She has the support of her parents and four amazing little sisters, and has a responsibility as the oldest. Despite all that responsibility, she also has the time to be a dog mom.

Bianca Martinez is a sophomore at Colton High School and this is her first year writing for the Pepper Bough. She has lived in Colton her whole life except for when she was a baby she lived in Loma Linda. Outside of school, she loves spending time with her friends, reading, and visiting places with her family. She likes writing about sports and the changes that are happening in the world. She’s also a part of the HEAL program and writing for the Pepper Bough will be a new experience for her.

Besides writing for the Pepper Bough, Rudy Ruiz really likes sports and loves sleeping. He's a sophomore this year. Basketball is his favorite, and he especially enjoys watching the Warriors play. He is excited to take pictures and conduct interviews. When he isn't working on the paper, he passes the time playing video games, playing basketball in the park, or going on walks with his dog.