Rio Americano High School

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Playathon 2025 photos
Playathon 2025 photos
A photograph of a high school student sitting at a computer using ChatGPT, taken from the vantage point of looking over the student's shoulder. The image was generated by DALL-E, ChatGPT's sister software.
Magic Student Enters the Classroom
Math Teacher on Trial
Math Teacher on Trial
Playathon 2023
Rio Americano Playathon on October 24
Community Meeting for New Stadium
English Teacher Mathew Valencich, seen here at a graduation with Evelyn Padilla (right) and an unidentified student, died suddenly over the summer
In Memory of Mr. Valencich
What sacres your teachers?
Rio students Tell Their Favorite Horror Movies and Why
What is Rio's favorite scary movie?
What is Rio’s favorite scary movie?
"Candyman" from 1992 is one of Joseph Applebaum's favorite horror movies.
Why do we love scary movies?
A screenshot from a popular YouTube video shows 67 kid, who is recognized nationally by all who know the trend.
67 Still Gets Laughs but Some Have Heard It Enough
Long-awaited Hollow Knight: Silksong finally released
Long-awaited Hollow Knight: Silksong finally released
What do you think about civil discourse and political violence in America?
STUDENT OPINION: Unfair College Rankings in Media: Solutions to End The Crisis
STUDENT OPINION: Unfair College Rankings in Media: Solutions to End The Crisis
Make College Admissions Fairer by Eliminating Early Decision
A Solution To The Overemphasis On Elite Universities 
Student Reactions and Behavior Towards New School Policies
Boys Are Falling Behind
Boys Are Falling Behind
Hussey Takes on Rio Volleyball
Hussey Takes on Rio Volleyball
Freshman starts her Cross-Country Journey
Freshman starts her Cross-Country Journey
Varsity Water Polo Player Entering His Senior Season
Varsity Water Polo Player Entering His Senior Season
Raiders take the field before the Vista del Lago game at El Camino after years of playing home games at other highschools in the district officials say Rio will finally get its own field.
Rio Stadium Construction to Begin in Summer, AD says
Raider Football Pictures
Raider Football Pictures
The 1994-1995 football team. Photo from the 1995 Rio yearbook.
HALL OF FAME: Rio Honors Alumni Athletes and Coaches at 2025 Induction Ceremony
Playathon 2025 photos
Playathon 2025 photos
October 27, 2025 Bulletin
October 27, 2025 Bulletin
October 20, 2025 Bulletin
October 20, 2025 Bulletin
October 13, 2025 Bulletin
October 13, 2025 Bulletin
October 7, 2025 Bulletin
October 7, 2025 Bulletin
Students enjoy final Rio Americano rally of 2025.
Senior Walkout Rally
Playathon 2025 photos
Playathon 2025 photos
Students enjoy final Rio Americano rally of 2025.
Senior Walkout Rally
Students perform a traditional Afghani dance routine at the World Fair on April 8.
Photos: World Fair Attracts Hundreds with Lively Performances and Cultural Food
The ILS (Independent Living Skills) Olympics was held at Rio Americano on April 4. Photos by Evan Nguyen and Joshua Merri.
Photos: ILS Special Olympics Held at Rio
Faith Witte (10) chases down the ball. The Rio Americano girls lacrosse team defeated Oakmont 10-7 at home on March 26, 2025.
Photos: Girls Lacrosse vs. Oakmont
Rio Americano's varsity girls soccer tied with Christian Brothers at home on Feb. 10.
Photos: Girls Soccer vs. Christian Brothers
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The Mirada Podcast

The Mirada Podcast

Podcast Produced By, Nicolas Gorman, Mickey Doolittle, and Alexandra Accinelli
May 10, 2020
NCAA Allows College Athletes to Get Paid — But There is a Catch

NCAA Allows College Athletes to Get Paid — But There is a Catch

Mickey Doolittle and Josh Zezzo
May 10, 2020
Tiger King Review

Tiger King Review

Mickey Doolittle, Mirada Staff
May 10, 2020
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The 2010 Giants: Ten Years Later

Mickey Doolittle, Mirada Staff
May 1, 2020

Plant Closure Not Expected to Affect Yearbook Delivery

Mickey Doolittle, Mirada Staff
April 18, 2020
Having to continue learning at home, students attempt to transform their bedrooms into classrooms.

Calif. State Superintendent of Public Instruction Says Campuses Will Not Reopen This School Year

Nicolas Gorman, Emily Borg, and Mickey Doolittle
April 1, 2020
Atticus Cottula comes to campus in protective gear on March 17, three days after school closed for Covid-19.

School Quiet on First Day of Shutdown

Nicolas Gorman, Emily Borg, and Mickey Doolittle
March 16, 2020
Sac gets nod for MLS team

Sac gets nod for MLS team

Mickey Doolittle and Katelyn Newton
November 4, 2019
UPDATE: School Responds to Racist Posts

UPDATE: School Responds to Racist Posts

Mickey Doolittle, Editior in cheif
August 26, 2019
Rio Triumphs in First Game of the Season

Rio Triumphs in First Game of the Season

Mickey Doolittle, Editor in chief
August 24, 2019
School Website Targeted with Racist Threats

School Website Targeted with Racist Threats

Mickey Doolittle, Editor-in-cheif
August 22, 2019
Raiders Triumphed in 2018-19

Raiders Triumphed in 2018-19

Mickey Doolittle, Sports Editor
May 29, 2019

Are Athletes Overpaid?

Mickey Doolittle, Mirada Staff
May 24, 2019
Baseball Blowout

Baseball Blowout

Mickey Doolittle, Mirada Staff
May 14, 2019
The Wall That Divides Us

The Wall That Divides Us

Mickey Doolittle, Mirada Staff
February 25, 2019
‘Field of Dreams’ Nearly a Reality

‘Field of Dreams’ Nearly a Reality

Mickey Doolittle, Mirada Staff
February 25, 2019
Wins over E.C and River Valley propel Raiders to playoffs

Wins over E.C and River Valley propel Raiders to playoffs

Mickey Doolittle, Mirada Staff
February 25, 2019
Sacramento Republic joining MLS

Sacramento Republic joining MLS

Mickey Doolittle, Mirada Staff
February 25, 2019
Boys and Girls Soccer Ride Momentum into Playoffs

Boys and Girls Soccer Ride Momentum into Playoffs

Mickey Doolittle, Mirada Staff
February 25, 2019
Rio vs EC

Rio vs EC

Mickey Doolittle, Mirada Staff
February 15, 2019
St. Merrie's vs Rio Playoff Semi

St. Merrie’s vs Rio Playoff Semi

Mickey Doolittle, Mirada Staff
February 8, 2019
Senior Jake Paxton makes an improbable layup after blowing past three defenders.

Jack Scott Tournament

Mickey Doolittle, Sports Editor
December 21, 2018
Senior Bryce Casey shines in three sports

Senior Bryce Casey shines in three sports

Mickey Doolittle, Sports Editor
December 21, 2018
Former coach Gordon Hubble with varsity runners Nicolas Gorman, Ross Gowan, Jack Pallasen, Chase Gordon, Jensen Salvatori, Reed Moore, and Jack Murphy

Hubble Recalls Rio Years

Mickey Doolittle, Mirada Staff
November 2, 2018
Venom Review: The Good and the Bad

Venom Review: The Good and the Bad

Eamon Lopez and Mickey Doolittle
November 2, 2018
Show Captures Drama of Sports

Show Captures Drama of Sports

Mickey Doolittle, Mirada Staff
October 2, 2018
Jalen Taylor gets tackled after a long run. Photo by Jane Snider.

Raiders Blow 1st-Half Lead in Homecoming

Mickey Doolittle, Mirada Staff
October 2, 2018
Sutherland Heading to Fresno State

Sutherland Heading to Fresno State

Rebecca Smith and Mickey Doolittle
August 28, 2018
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