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Keeping Colton High School Informed Since 1917

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Keeping Colton High School Informed Since 1917

The Pepper Bough
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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.

Asoralesi Rizo has Anna Bailey ready for the pass as she works to get the Panther defender out of position.

Marina Elkins calls out support to Jade Movassaghi as she dribbles past the Panther defenders midfield.

Addyson Castro played an exceptional game in goal, keeping Diamond Ranch out of the box for most of the game.

The team takes a knee before the game to pray and contemplate the challenge ahead.

The night before the big game, athletic trainer Jo Garcia made special, customized towels for the girls' soccer players. Each towel commemorated their CIF run and featured their jersey number.

Head coach Manuel Flores gets his team fired up before the game.

Steven Aguayo hits a triple during the opening game of a double header against Rancho Verde on Feb. 10.

[Photo] Baseball Doubles up on Rancho Verde

Mark Rodriguez, Pepper Bough Staff Writer
February 13, 2024
A choir of students from Ms. Lin's Mandarin classes gathered on the outdoor MPR stage to sing Chinese songs in honor of the Lunar New Year.

The spirit of Lunar New Year came to Colton High on Feb. 9 in advance of the Year of the Dragon.

Colton celebrates its first playoff appearance in 11 years.

[Photo] Boys basketball leaves it on the court

Jeremiah Dollins, Pepper Bough Advisor
February 8, 2024
Six Colton wrestlers took top honors at this weekend's Arrowhead Conference Championship. They included, from left: Cambria Duron, Norel Cuellar, Steven Ornelas, Daniel Vega, Santino Zamora and Joel Benitez.

[Photo] Colton wrestlers pin down first place at League Championship

Elijah Juarez, Special to the Pepper Bough
February 5, 2024
Six members of the Colton wrestling team won top honors in their weight divisions at the League Finals this year. From left: Cambria Duron, Norel Cuellar, Steven Ornelas, Daniel Vega, Santino Zamora and Joel Benitez.

Steven Ornelas puts the finishing touches on his opponent from Eisenhower as he seals his league title for the 2023-2024 year.

Christopher Acero locks in on his target during the second round of the league finals.

Marlen Martinez takes on her opponent from Fontana during round 1 of the league finals.

Bianca Soto led the charge on Tuesday, scoring 2 goals in Colton's 3-1 victory over San Gorgonio. The win puts Colton up against Rim of the World on Feb. 1 for the league title.

[Photo] Girls soccer shoots for league title

Josie Ramos, Pepper Bough Staff
February 1, 2024
Zoey Espino drives past the Bruin defense for 2 of her game high 16 points in Colton's 42-35 victory over Bloomington.

[Photo] Colton win streak at seven

Jeremiah Dollins, Pepper Bough Adviser
January 9, 2024
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