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Keeping Colton High School Informed Since 1917

The Pepper Bough
Keeping Colton High School Informed Since 1917

The Pepper Bough
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Genesis Rodela becomes the first Colton student to repeat as Zone level champ in the annual Lion's Club speech competition. This year's speech discussed whether Artificial Intelligence is a friend or a foe.

[Photo] Rodela repeats with a first place performance at the Lion’s Club Speech Contest

Mark Rodriguez, Pepper Bough Editor
February 19, 2025
Andrea Varela hits a huge home run to get the Yellowjacket offense started in the second inning of their 13-6 victory over Moreno Valley.

[Photo] Home runs propel Softball to first win of season

Aleana Martinez, Pepper Bough Staff Writer
February 19, 2025
Steven Aguayo launches a double deep into left field to get the Yellowjacket offense going.

[Photo] Rough first inning leads to Yellowjacket loss

Mario Colunga, Pepper Bough Staff Writer
February 19, 2025
Anetsa Perez, Bianca Martinez and Jocelyn Lopez are the team bringing you "All About Colton," our podcast focused on CHS' awesome programs.

[Photo] ALL ABOUT COLTON: Episode 1.1 – HEAL Pathway

Jocelyn Lopez, Anetsa Perez, and Bianca Martinez
February 14, 2025
Colton students took top honors at the annual Rotary Club speech competition. From left: Diana Ruvalcaba, Allyson Mejia, Aubree Gonzales

[Photo] Colton Sweeps Rotary

Jeremiah Dollins, Pepper Bough Advisor
February 13, 2025
Mardell Jones (left) and Melissa Walker (right) play a casting director and her assistant in "Bad Auditions for Bad Actors."

[Photo] “Bad Auditions” Makes for a Great Time

Cyril Alberto, Pepper Bough Staff Writer
February 4, 2025
National Pie brought out the competitors for a lunchtime pie-eating contest.

[Photo] Colton Digs In For National Pie Day

Caleb Cabrera, Pepper Bough Staff Writer
January 24, 2025
Student editors in Mr. Dollins' creative writing class discuss plans for the Colton Underground literary magazine. From left: Joseph Melara, Michele Jacome Cuevas, Rudy Martinez, Arthur Amaral.

[Photo] Colton Underground to publish student writing, art, photography

Caleb Cabrera, Pepper Bough Staff Writer
December 6, 2024
Elias Velasquez impressed by showing off his full arsenal of wrestling moves, but was still pushed into three overtime rounds. The team captain never quit, and won the match with a 4-3 decision.

[Photo] Yellowjackets pin Titans

Jeremiah Dollins, Pepper Bough Advisor
November 21, 2024
Colton High's 18-year olds are primed to vote. The Pepper Bough invited them to join us for a round table discussion.

[Photo] Students Speak Out About Election

Azucena Muro, Pepper Bough Staff Writer
November 4, 2024
Sometimes the runners need a little extra help after giving everything they have for the three miles.

[Photo] Cross Country boys team makes CIF at conference finals

Jeremiah Dollins, Pepper Bough Adviser
November 4, 2024
Robert Arnaiz tears through the Titan offensive line, sights set on putting the QB down.

[Photo] Yellowjackets League Champs!

Emily Perez, Pepper Bough Staff Writer
November 4, 2024
Liam Payne was a founding member of One Direction. He passed away on Wednesday.

[Photo] Colton Vibe – Oct. 18, 2024

Samantha Anguiano, Special to the Pepper Bough
October 18, 2024
Homecoming 2024 is here! Meet your nominees for Homecoming King and Queen.

[Photo] Meet Your 2024 Homecoming Court Nominees

Anetsa Perez, Bianca Martinez, Rudy Ruiz, and Daphne Marquez
October 10, 2024
Oasis has reunited and they are coming back to tour America. In this Vibe we fill you in on all the details and offer up 6 fave songs.

[Photo] Colton Vibe – Oct. 4, 2024

Nicholas Olalde, Pepper Bough Staff Writer
October 4, 2024
The Yellowjackets bring increased experience and maturity to their 2024 season.

[Photo] Football Preview

Jeremiah Dollins, Pepper Bough Advisor
August 23, 2024
Xander Levario and Logan Nelson-Guthrie get ready to square off in a Super Smash Bros. tournament at the first ever CJUSD eSports Kickoff event on Aug. 17.

[Photo] Gamers unite at CJUSD eSports Kickoff

Jeremiah Dollins, Pepper Bough Advisor
August 21, 2024
Seniors across CHS came out to enjoy breakfast and friendship.

[Photo] First Light, Last Year

Kloe Gonzales, Pepper Bough Staff Editor
August 19, 2024
Senior Panoramic of the Class of 2024 taken at graduation practice.

[Photo] Graduation ceremony details released

Josie Ramos, Staff Writer
May 22, 2024
The 2024 Prom Court nominees: Yolanda Leos, Aiden Smith, Kassandra Alonso, Carlos Alberto, Anna Bailey, Natalie Diaz, Melanie Bravo, Patrick Angulo, Uriel Morales, and Lillie Jimenez.

[Photo] The Many Sides of Prom Court

Pepper Bough Staff
April 12, 2024
Raymond Mendoza shows off his skills by winning a prize playing cup pong.

[Photo] AVID College Fair takes over lunch

Damien Gonzalez, Pepper Bough Staff Writer
April 8, 2024
Jasmine Jimenez warms up before the game.

[Photo] Girls basketball season ends at State Tournament

Jeremiah Dollins, Pepper Bough Advisor
February 28, 2024
Coaches Keisha Young and Candice Tapia accept the runners-up plaque and CIF Finalists patches on behalf of the girls basketball team for their historically successful season.

[Photo] Colton falls in finals

Jeremiah Dollins, Pepper Bough Advisor
February 26, 2024
The Lady Yellowjackets got to the Final Four together, so together they stand strong after lineups are announced before the CIF semifinal match against Diamond Ranch.

[Photo] End of the Line

February 19, 2024
Despite the heartbreaking defeat, the Lady Yellowjackets celebrate their accomplishments as they come off the field.

Anna Bailey keeps the defense off the ball late in the game as the Yellowjackets worked to stage a comeback.

Bianca Soto boxes out her opponent before she makes her move.

Melanie Bravo sets up her defender on the move.

Cambria Duron flies into action.

Bianca Soto charges up field, the Panther defense struggling to keep up with the freshman phenom.

Valeria Moctezuma Ibarra grabs the ball and prepares for the quick inbound pass.

Tiffany Abril finds herself sandwiched between two Panther defenders.

Melanie Bravo crushes the ball with this early shot on goal against Diamond Ranch.

Tiffany Abril races down the wing to get the ball back into Panther territory.

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