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Jonah Armstrong, Chief Photographer

Jonah Armstrong, Chief Photographer

Jonah is a senior at Taft Union High school and will be graduating with the class of 2019. Jonah hopes to have a career as a photojournalist/journalist. Jonah is the chief photographer/reporter;, his job is to investigate, interview people of interest, and gather information on stories including taking photos for The Gusher and organizing camera equipment. Jonah is a kind and humble person who loves to read and write. Jonah has a great passion for photography, editing photos, and presenting images that tell a story in a way that no other media can. Jonah loves to interview and interact with people involved in the school.

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Cavazos smiling at a board meeting last year.

[PHOTO] Cavazos honored by CSUB Hall of Fame

Jazmyn Chavira, Reporter
January 31, 2020
Colt Hamblin showing off his Homecoming crown.

[PHOTO] Confetti and skydivers fly at Homecoming festivities

Nathaniel Morris, Clubs and Curriculum Editor
October 25, 2019
Alan Popejoy and his Wildcat to Watch, Brigitte Medina smiling for the camera.

[PHOTO] Spring Wildcats to Watch

Alo Maino, Clubs and Curriculum Editor
June 5, 2019
The foods class and the local Polynesians made a variety of Polynesian food to enjoy during the event.

[PHOTO] Foods Class annual Polynesian Day

Alo Maino, Clubs and Curriculum Editor
May 24, 2019
Presley Golling placed 35th in a combined division swim meet at Valley.

[PHOTO] Swim and Dive Valley results

Alo Maino, Clubs and Curriculum
May 17, 2019

It’s official: New schedule next year for TUHS

Jonah Armstrong, Chief Photographer
May 17, 2019

We need more time

Jonah Armstrong, Chief Photographer
May 3, 2019
Kaleb Hillan getting ready to do his dive. He was practicing for his Valley Dive Championship.

[PHOTO] Hillan and Golling move on to Valley

Alo Maino, Clubs and Curriculum Editor
May 2, 2019
Jonathan Hopkins jumps his last hurdle in his victory in the 110-meter hurdles.

[PHOTO] Boys win at Leon Patterson Track and Field Invitational

Brett Walls, Reporter
May 2, 2019
Alongside her classmates, Raven Gonzalez smiles while walking up to receive her scholarship.

[PHOTO] Seniors’ hard work and dedication pays off

McKenlee Wescott, News Editor
April 24, 2019
Oil Tech students (on left) Pamela Galindo and Daniela Cervantes (on right) walk around the gym and interview companies.

[PHOTO] Oil Tech students explore the oil industry

Jaye Sparks, Features Editor and Reporter
April 28, 2019
Mary Alice Finn presenting Marsha Eubank with a plaque honoring her dedication as an educator.

[PHOTO] Marsha Eubank awarded Teacher of the Year

Ramiro Gonzalez, Reporter
March 21, 2019
2018 Adviser Jim Carnal, Co-editor Hunter Everson, and co-editor Carlos Margis show off the yearbook cover at the yearbook dedication and distribution last May.

[PHOTO] 2018 Derrick earns two firsts in national contest

Jacquelyn White, Public Information Officer
March 4, 2019
Teacher Stacey Haiungs assists a new student in choosing classes for the freshman year.

[PHOTO] Students and staff welcome incoming freshmen

Alo Maino, Clubs and Curriculum Editor
March 4, 2019
Self pulls up a jump shot in their second round playoff game loss to Foothill.

[PHOTO] Self chosen for S.S.L Most Valuable Player

Brett Walls, Reporter
March 4, 2019
For one of the A.V.I.D Senior projects, a Teddy Bear toss was put in action.

[PHOTO] A.V.I.D. senior projects prepared with community in mind

Christopher Green, Opinions and Editorial Editor
March 4, 2019
Coach Eric Newton looks proudly at his team during the sports banquet.

[PHOTO] Newton awarded S.S.L. Coach of the Year

Jeremiah Jeffries, Reporter
February 28, 2019
Midfielder Marvin "Papa" Gama toe kicks the ball down the field to forward Oscar Arellano. The midfield did a great job distributing the ball this game and breaking up the fast breaks.

Blake Smith and Tyler Terrell leap for the ball against Foothill in the playoff game.

[PHOTO] Successful season comes to an end

Jeremiah Jeffries, Reporter
February 19, 2019
Midfielder Marvin Gama steps to their player to stop the fast break. The defense didn't allow a single goal to be scored on them that night.

[PHOTO] Varsity soccer continues in playoffs

Jorge Castro, Assistant Sports Editor
February 15, 2019
Miguel Toro and Aubrey Self playing, "Guess the Artist" during the rally

[PHOTO] Students get loud during February rally

February 19, 2019
Defensive player Jordan Miranda sets himself up to throw in the ball. The midfielders won the ball against Cesar Chavez midfielders, but unfortunately couldn't put the ball in the net.

[PHOTO] Varsity soccer keeps fighting

Jorge Castro, Assistant Sports Editor
February 12, 2019
Board member John Kopp at the January 22 board meeting. Kopp seeming focused on the meeting as he looks over the board agenda.

Combining jobs continues with the library and copy room

Jonah Armstrong, Chief Photographer
February 4, 2019
Mary Alice Finn introduces the seniors during Honors Night 2018. This was taken at last year's ceremony.

[PHOTO] Local scholarship program preparations underway

Sofia Zendejas, Sports Editor and Reporter
February 4, 2019
Sara Garner listening in on the Board Meeting while Amanda Posey introduces her to the Board.

First board meeting of the new year starts positively

Jonah Armstrong, Chief Photographer
January 28, 2019
Midfielder Oswaldo Flores Mejia lines up a long pass from the center of the field. This pass would be received by Forward Oscar Arellano, who ended the night with an assist to Cristobal Huizar.

[PHOTO] Varsity soccer league update

Jorge Castro, Assistant Sports Editor
January 28, 2019
Emerzon Jimenez controlling the ball to attempt to score against Mira Monte.

[PHOTO] JV boys soccer team has a rough start to the season

Ramiro Gonzalez, Reporter
January 15, 2019
Ezequiel Gonzalez getting ready to start the game against Mira Monte.

[PHOTO] JV soccer preview

Ramiro Gonzalez, Reporter
January 15, 2019
Blue team members Grace Armstrong and Kloie Malone looking ready to play. Their team ended up winning the game.

[PHOTO] Powderpuff game ends in blue victory

Jorge Castro, Assistant Sports Editor
October 31, 2018
Left mid-fielder Cristobal Huizar fighting for the ball against a Shafter defender. The Wildcats fought all the way through to the final second in order to come away with the win.

[PHOTO] Boys varsity soccer has a great start for league

Jorge Castro, Assistant Sports Editor
December 20, 2018
South side, Cafeteria Gate. This is the gate that Tuhs students now must enter every morning for school. This is aslo the gate where students who choose to eat off-campus leave and come back. but will this gate be shut for good to students who want to go off-campus.

Could open-campus lunch be closed for good?

Jonah Armstrong and Brett Walls
December 12, 2018

Two teachers resign before the end of the semester

Jonah Armstrong, Chief Photographer
December 12, 2018
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[PHOTO] Taft vs. Coast Union

Jorge Castro, Assistant Sports Editor
December 13, 2018
Soccer ball placed in the middle of the Taft High's Martin Memorial Stadium field during halftime for the TUHS Wildcat JV boys' soccer team.

[PHOTO] Soccer Preview

December 3, 2018
Family and friends gathered in Mullen gym having dinner provided by the Culinary Arts Club.

Athleticism showcased at the Fall Sports Banquet

Isabella Martinez, Andrew Robertson, Alo Maino, Michael Van Zee, Jonah Armstrong, and Mariah Nevarez
December 4, 2018

Former Business Manager Chuck Hagstrom’s resigns amid accusations

Jonah Armstrong, Chief Photographer
October 24, 2018
Flacos Tacos owner, Carlos Chavira and Mackenzie Zimmerli making tacos for Honor Flight fundraiser.

[PHOTO] Oil Tech Academy partners with Lions club in honor of our veterans

Alo Maino, Reporter
October 23, 2018
Briley Wheeler analyzes her line before she putts. Analyzing your line helps a tremendous amount, especially when the greens are uneven.

[PHOTO] Wildcats play their first 18-hole match

Isabella Martinez, Assistant Editor-in-Chief
September 27, 2018
Taft High is undergoing many changes. Some of which are tough on everyone, but the campus of TUHS appreciates "that we are still able to offer our students something most other high schools do not have access to," says Stacey Stansberry. As students and as the faculty of Taft High, we all stand tall and proud just like the school has all the many years it has remained here.

[PHOTO] Taft High teachers and staff rise to the challenge

Jaye Sparks, Features Editor
October 3, 2018
John Kopp and Paul Linder attending the Sept. 10 board meeting. Kopp speaking to the those in the board room.

Taft High’s code of ethics questioned

Jonah Armstrong, Chief Photographer/Reporter
September 26, 2018
Offensive line creating space so Brett Walls can make his way down the sideline. Jordan Miranda is seen launching a defensive player and creating a lane for Brett to run through.

[PHOTO] Wildcat football hits the road

Jorge Castro, Assistant Sports Editor
September 26, 2018
Bryson Bullard enjoying the bus ride to Tehachapi for the August game.

[PHOTO] A Wildcat shines in the spotlight

Brett Walls, Reporter
September 20, 2018
Taft High seniors participate in tug-of-war during the Day of Welcome. Cecily Bonton, Jade Gessel, and Graciela Mendoza are pictured in front.

[PHOTO] Strengthening the school environment starts with YOU

Christopher Green, Opinions and Editorial Editor
September 14, 2018
Seniors took a group photo to commemorate the beginning of the school year and reflect on the year ahead.

[PHOTO] Senior Sunrise 2018

Gusher Staff
September 14, 2018
Seniors participated in Senior Sunset on June 1 with advisers Josh Tofte and Sarah Hamblin.

Senior Sunset

Jonah Armstrong, Team/In-depth Report Editor
June 5, 2018
Jarudd Prosser on a beautiful hike.

Prosser takes good memories with him

Stephanie Santos and Jonah Armstrong
May 28, 2018
Mr. Conners in the shop at Taft High.

Mr. Conners built a lifetime of memories and more

Jonah Armstrong, Team/In-depth Report Editor
May 28, 2018
Mr. Greer spending time with students, playing Magic, during lunch.

It’s just not in the cards

Nickolas Mansell and Jonah Armstrong
May 28, 2018
Mrs. Cloud smiles at her desk.

The blue skies of retirement await Mrs. Cloud

Jonah Armstrong, Team/In-depth Report Editor
May 28, 2018
Mrs. Smith reading a book with her class.

Smith will remain part of the Taft High community

Jonah Armstrong, Team/In-depth Report Editor
May 28, 2018
Brandi Trejo teaching her P.E. class.

[PHOTO] A teacher and friend says goodbye to Taft High

Sofia Zendejas, Reporter
May 28, 2018
Mr. English in one of his many classrooms.

[PHOTO] Mr. English is sailing on

Julia Sanchez, Features Editor
May 28, 2018
Courtney Van Horn smiling in her classroom filled with fun math materials.

[PHOTO] From Wildcat to Patriot

Mariah Nevarez, Reporter
May 28, 2018
Mr. Gonzales shows the photographer what it's like to be "a man at work."

[PHOTO] The last touchdown at Taft High for Eric Gonzales

Stephanie Santos, Reporter
May 28, 2018
Mr. Heiter watching the game while coaching basketball in January.

[PHOTO] The legendary Mr. Heiter retires a beloved teacher and coach

Mariah Nevarez, Reporter
May 28, 2018
Lisa Polk and Karen Hillygus at the yearbook dedication.

[PHOTO] The ‘twins’ are exiting the building

Jaye Sparks, Reporter
May 28, 2018
Mrs. Phillips smiles in front of her classroom door.

[PHOTO] Math department departure

Nickolas Mansell, News Editor
May 28, 2018
Vandalized windows in front of the science building on Wildcat Way.

Some Shattering Costs

Jonah Armstrong, Team/In-depth Report Editor
May 25, 2018
Hunter Everson revealing the yearbook to the senior class.

[PHOTO] Yearbooks Still Available for Purchase

Jim Carnal, Public Information Officer
May 25, 2018
Zac Krieger singing a solo as "Snoopy".

[PHOTO] Charlie Brown and Friends Entertain the Community

James Buddell, Reporter/Chief Photographer
May 21, 2018
Kendra Dennis presents her project to the full audience in the IRC Lecture Hall.

[PHOTO] AVID Senior Seminar Projects Serve the Community

Garrett Gibson, Sports Editor/Reporter
May 21, 2018
Bree Johansen running to the finish line during the 4x400-meter relay team at the Patriot Games.

[PHOTO] Highlights from the Championship Track Season

Mariah Nevarez, Reporter
May 17, 2018
Mr. Carnal smiles during his last month at Taft High.

[PHOTO] Mr. Carnal retires after a big year

May 28, 2018
Mr. Reed preparing for class.

[PHOTO] Mr. Reed: a campus-wide symbol of kindness

May 28, 2018
Doug Taylor at his desk before his AP Calculus class.

[PHOTO] Taft High loses an outstanding teacher

May 28, 2018
Jack Layton

[PHOTO] Athletes Sign Letters of Intent in Special Ceremony

Gusher Staff
May 16, 2018
2017-18 Yearbook Adviser Jim Carnal with Editors Hunter Everson and Carlos Margis holding this year's book

[PHOTO] Yearbooks are HERE

Alyssa Reeves, Reporter
May 14, 2018
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