Clubbing Around: Finding Your Perfect Fit
On Monday, August 31st, Ukiah High School hosted its annual Clubs Rush, where students received information about different clubs on campus. This year’s featured clubs were History Travel, French Club, Needle Point, Interact, First Responders, Chess Club, Environmental, Latino, Poetry, MESA, Wild Minds, Scrubs Care Club, Girls Wrestling, Ukiahilite, Science Olympiad, and Women’s Empowerment. The…
A Dominant Debut: Wildcats Crush Their Opponents in the Season Opener
The Wildcats gave a stunning performance last Friday, outscoring the Orland Trojans by 36 points. This win was a product of their hard work and dedication, giving fans a preview of what could be an incredible season. Friday’s win was a natural result based on their hard work during pre-season. With help from Dante Giacomini,…
Welcome Back, Ukiah High! Wildcats Celebrate Our Return to School With a Rally
Last Friday was the first rally of the school year, welcoming back old students and introducing the freshmen to Ukiah High spirit. Throughout the rally, Wildcats competed in fun games, saw some amazing performances, and heard an inspiring welcome-back speech from our principal, Mr. Riedel. To start off the rally, students from each class volunteered…
A Fond Farewell: Reflections on Dr. Alvarez’s Time at Ukiah High
As the 2025-2026 school year comes to a close, we must say goodbye to our beloved seniors, teachers, and, this year, our principal. During her term, Dr. Analese Alvarez has fostered a positive attitude and made significant contributions to our UHS community. To send her off with a proper goodbye, the Ukiah High News Team…
Senior Highlight: Amy Hernandez Mendoza’s Advice to Future Wildcats
As we wrap the year up and graduation approaches, we are reminded of the Seniors who will be leaving us. For Senior Amy Hernandez Mendoza, these four years were more than just class and homework; they were a time of self-discovery and personal growth. Hernandez Mendoza is a bright student who exceeds expectations and pushes…
Ukiah Wildcat Makes it to the Big Leagues
Nine years after graduating from UHS, Devin Kirby has signed a contract with the Athletics! Prior to his signing, he attended Santa Rosa Junior College before transferring to the University of Connecticut. Starting in 2023, Kirby played for various Minor and Major League teams, and on May 22, 2026, he signed with the A’s. Kirby’s…
Administration of Justice (ADJ): A CTE Pathway at UHS
Here at UHS, one of the CTE pathways available is Administration of Justice, which has recently returned to our campus. This is a class where Wildcats can learn the world of criminology and prepare for a career in law enforcement, the legal field, or put students on track for law school. UHS News interviewed Fred…
Before the Buddhas: The Story of Mendocino State Hospital
Just outside Ukiah lies the City of Ten Thousand Buddhas, now a serene, peaceful campus with a meditation center, elegant peacocks strutting about, beautiful walking paths, a restaurant, and a small feeder school for Ukiah High. Students at those schools–the Instilling Goodness and Developing Virtues schools–spent years in classrooms, on beautiful acreage in Talmage, often…
AP Testing is Next Week: Tips on How to Prepare
As Spring unfolds, so does the feeling of anxiety, urgency, and determination to face AP exams. Students need to focus on studying and staying in a consistent routine. In preparation for the exam, students study in different ways. Some focus better in a quiet setting with no distractions, while others can’t study without music or…
A Classic Tale Reimagined: The Drama Department’s 2026 Spring Play
The UHS Drama Department is bringing a fresh take on a familiar story with Marian: The True Story of Robin Hood. This rendition keeps the heart of the classic tale–courage, action, and rebellion–while adding a unique twist: Robin Hood is a woman in disguise. Set in the forests of medieval England, the play is narrated…
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