What is a dream or goal that you are working towards? “A dream I’m looking forward to is to be in Leadership in high school. It’s always been a goal of mine since 3rd grade when I got accepted...

Are you excited about the Wizard of Oz musical next year? “I am so excited for the musical. I love the Wizard of Oz, because it is such a classic story. [I would be interested in trying out] because...

What’s something you are super passionate about? How did you get into it? “I’m really passionate about soccer, and I got into it because I saw my older sister doing it. I just wanted to copy her...

How do you feel about seventh grade coming to an end? “I feel bad, because Mr. Gossage is the best teacher. He is very cool and nice, and I am going to miss everybody in my class. All the people in...

What’s a place that you’ve been to and what made it special? “Disneyland, because it’s fun. [The best ride is] the log ride in my opinion, because I get wet. I also like big roller coasters...

What is a song or playlist that you can’t stop listening to, and what vibe does it give you? “I made my own playlist; it’s my everyday playlist. It gives me a chill vibe [and] it helps me get...

Question: What is the best thing you’ve watched or read recently that you would recommend to everyone?   “I know it’s basic, but probably The Summer I Turned Pretty. The characters are...

If you could instantly become an expert at one skill or hobby, what would it be and why?   “I would pick singing because I really like to sing. I have performed in front of a big stage at...

If a genie could grant you 3 wishes, what would they be?   “I would wish for money, a boat, and a farm. [I would wish for a farm] because I love animals, and I always liked to watch ASMR videos...

If you could be the world's best at something, but you’d be completely anonymous and never get credit, would you still do it? “Yes. I think just having it for myself would be fine. As long as I...

What is the best thing you have read or watched recently that you would recommend to everyone?   “I’d recommend the Five Nights at Freddy's movie, especially the second one because it’s...

The opioid crisis is no longer just a distant headline. It is reaching into middle schools and high schools, including right here in Rancho Cucamonga. Seventh-grader Riyan Kapadia refuses to sit on the...