By: Paloma Bursztyn Exciting news for Don Soffer DECA! Our students had an outstanding showing at districts. Several competitors placed in the top six at the District Career Development Conference, officially qualifying for the State Career Development Conference in Orlando this March. This is a major accomplishment, and our school is very proud! Congratulations to Olivia Obadiah, who earned 3rd place in Principles of Business Management & Administration, and Alexa Obadiah, w

By: Julia Volovelsky This year, Don Soffer Aventura High School welcomed a new teacher, Ms. Mastrangelo, who now teaches AP Seminar. With years of experience in education and leadership, she brings a new perspective to the classroom. In this interview, Ms. Mastrangelo shares her background, teaching philosophy, and advice for future AP Seminar students. Ms. Mastrangelo, also known as Ms. M to most students, has begun her journey and dream of working with high school students

By: Alisa Geleban Maman Coffee Shop is a cozy and welcoming café with a French style. It recently opened in Aventura beside the Lohamens Plaza. Many people visit Maman to relax, study, or meet friends. The café has warm lighting, pretty decorations, and a calm vibe that makes guests want to stay longer. Breakfast Breakfast at Maman offers many fresh and simple options. Customers love the baked pastries like croissants, pain au chocolat, and their famous chocolate chip cookies

By: Alexia Revah At our school, students have demanding schedules filled with advanced classes, extracurricular activities, jobs, and social commitments. In the process, sleep is often sacrificed. After speaking with several students, it became clear that many are not getting the recommended amount of rest, and it is affecting them more than they realize. “I usually go to bed around 1 a.m. because I’m finishing homework,” sophomore Lorenzo G. shared. “By the time I wake up, I

By: Natalie Loszynski This year, I went to Art Basel Week in Miami with four of my closest friends. We had been planning it for weeks. Art Basel is one of the biggest art events in the world, and it happens right here in Miami. People fly in from everywhere, so it felt cool knowing we get to experience it in our own city. When we arrived at the Miami Beach Convention Center, the energy was crazy. Everyone was dressed in bold outfits, and there was art everywhere you looked. I

By: Ela Bermudez She began telling her story at 19 years old and never stopped. Now, Don Soffer students have heard it too. On January 27th, 2026, students and faculty from Don Soffer Aventura High School gathered at the Aventura Turnberry Jewish Center to listen to Anita Karl share her experiences as a Holocaust survivor. This school field trip is one of Don Soffer’s yearly traditions, as every year students get the privilege of listening to another speaker tell their story

By: Nicole Russo The school production of Clue was an entertaining performance that exceeded expectations and captivated the audience from start to finish. The play delivered a fast paced mystery comedy, which is no easy task to accomplish. However, the cast and crew took on the challenge with confidence, energy, and dedication. The show kept the audience laughing and fully engaged from the moment the curtain opened to the final bow. The ability of the cast to fully embody t

By: Raquel Kaufman This school year kicked off with undeniable spirit, especially from our volleyball team, whose energy, discipline, and ambition set the tone from day one. The Barracudas faced demanding opponents, new goals, and unexpected challenges, yet they met each one with determination and heart. Now, as October winds down and the fall sports season comes to a close, we look back on a season of meaningful growth. Sophomore outside hitter Delfina Barva reflected proudl

By: William L'ecuyer Florida State University Hockey Club (ACDC) and the University of Florida Hockey Club (ACDC) faced off in one of the highlight matchups of this year’s College Hockey South (CHS) Battle at the Beach tournament. The annual event brought together programs from across the region, including Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (M3), Florida Atlantic University (M2+ ACDC), Lynn University (M3), the University of Tampa (M3), and Florida Tech (ACDC). With so many

By: Natalie Loszynski For most students at Don Soffer Aventura High School, weekends begin and end at the Aventura Mall. It has become the go-to spot for hanging out with friends, shopping, grabbing a bite to eat, and escaping school stress for a few hours. But why does the Aventura Mall play such a big role in Don Soffer students’ weekend routines? First, the mall is close and convenient. Since it's only a few minutes from school, students do not need a long car ride to meet

By: Sienna Karatosic Fashion has shifted more in the last few years than it did in decades before. Trends move fast, inspiration is everywhere, and the way people dress changes constantly. Instead of runways or magazines controlling what is popular, fashion now spreads through celebrities, influencers, designers, athletes, and TikTok creators who set trends overnight. Because of that, the evolution of fashion feels ever-growing. Today’s biggest fashion icons like Bella Hadid,

By: Alexa Schultz From November 10–14, Don Soffer Aventura High School will celebrate World Kindness Week. Kindness week is a global initiative focused on promoting compassion and positivity within communities. Each club and honor society at DSAHS has designed a creative way to encourage kindness through different activities. Key Club will kick off the week with “Kindness Clips.” Members have decorated clothespins with encouraging messages and will be pinning them on students

By: Lucas Vain The NBA’s old dynasties are slowly coming to a halt, and new ones are forming. The Oklahoma City Thunder, the reigning champions, are now the blueprint for any franchise, mixing a very young roster with elite depth, all behind current MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Staying in the West, the Denver Nuggets, led by two-time MVP Nikola Jokić, remain strong contenders, while LeBron James’ LA Lakers and Steph Curry’s Golden State Warriors are fighting to maintain their

By: Jorge Herrera Freshman For the freshmen at Don Soffer Aventura High School, this was their first high school pep rally ever. Any expectations they had would come from the endless pep rally scenes in Disney Channel movies, and this one did not disappoint. However, the freshmen have their own opinions. In an open survey that I conducted, the freshmen, on average, rated it a 7/10, meaning they were pleased, but not as much as they expected. This was mainly due to what was pe

By: Lucas Munoz The next installment in the Tron franchise is the all-new, exhilarating, intense, and ambitious “Tron: Ares.” The new Tron film takes place fifteen years after the second installment in the franchise, “Tron: Legacy.” It follows Ares, a powerful digital program who is brought into the real world. He begins to question his purpose after being created to be used as a weapon. As different corporations argue over a code that allows digital life to exist outside c

By: Julia Volovelsky  Have you ever seen someone on social media posting something like “Spend a Productive Day With Me”? If so, how does it make you feel? Does it make you want to become productive? If so, you came to the right place. This information will tell you what you need to know, such as methods, strategies, and habits to apply. (Leapmax) Methods of the Mind The essential component of productivity is mindset. When you have a poor mindset, your actions reflect it. Thi

By: Olivia Plishtiyeva Technology Student Association (TSA) is a club that was founded this school year (2025-2026). It offers technology-based competitions that align with students’ future career interests and goals. The competitions correspond with careers in medicine, technology, creativity, law, coding, engineering, and more. The Technology Student Association assists students by establishing competence to become the future innovators of this country.  In addition, Morel

By: Paloma Bursztyn Billie Eilish wrapped up her three-night performance that felt electric from start to finish. The Kaseya Center was packed with fans dressed in Billie-inspired outfits, filling the arena with excitement before she even stepped on stage. When the lights dropped and “CHIHIRO” began, the crowd exploded, instantly setting the tone for a night full of energy and emotion. Her vocals were flawless as she moved through hits like “LUNCH”, “NDA”, and “WILDFLOWER”. T

By: Alexia Revah There are plenty of places to eat in Aventura; however, the top three places students choose most are the ones that are quick and delicious.  1. Pura Vida  Pura Vida is a top pick for students who want something healthy and flavorful. Wraps, acai bowls, smoothies, and grain bowls are especially popular because they’re fresh and light, so they don’t leave students feeling tired or heavy after eating. The food tastes clean, the ingredients are simple, and th

By: Remi Potack This past season, Don Soffer High’s boys soccer team didn’t just take home the district title–they proved what can happen...