About the Contributors
Lucy Hernandez, Writer/Public Relations Manager/ News Editor
Joining The Downey Legend for the first time, 17-year-old writer and Public Relations Manager, Lucy Hernandez feels, “Newspaper is interesting because it gets me out of my comfort zone, my box.” She enjoys writing and hopes to dig up interesting stories for The Downey Legend regarding the community and the school. As for public relations, Hernandez will be planning parties, celebrating birthdays with staff members, and arranging bonding days. Although it may seem as if public relations is a easy job, it requires an enthusiastic, patient, and outgoing person in which Hernandez fits perfectly.
During her spare time, Hernandez likes listening to alternative music by Anthony Green, which helps her calm down and relax. As far as her favorite food goes, she prefers sushi over anything else. “I can eat sushi every day if I could,” Hernandez said. She loves dogs and has a Cockapoo that’s three years old named Max; she loves taking him for long walks around town. In a few years Hernandez sees herself reaching her goals and attending a university in London. She plans to major in English and Journalism, and intends on living an independent life with no kids and exploring the world. Hernandez has a bright future ahead of her and she won’t stop chasing her dreams until she reaches the top. With that said, she aspires to start the year with a positive attitude.
During her spare time, Hernandez likes listening to alternative music by Anthony Green, which helps her calm down and relax. As far as her favorite food goes, she prefers sushi over anything else. “I can eat sushi every day if I could,” Hernandez said. She loves dogs and has a Cockapoo that’s three years old named Max; she loves taking him for long walks around town. In a few years Hernandez sees herself reaching her goals and attending a university in London. She plans to major in English and Journalism, and intends on living an independent life with no kids and exploring the world. Hernandez has a bright future ahead of her and she won’t stop chasing her dreams until she reaches the top. With that said, she aspires to start the year with a positive attitude.
Cindy Macias, Photographer/Co-Photo Editor
For senior Cindy Macias, The Downey Legend is not just a newspaper; it is a place to show her photographs to the world. This photographer likes to take candid shots because she is able to capture the beauty of the moment and frame it in time. Macias is not only in newspaper, she is also juggling Yearbook along with her regular classes. She hopes to become proactive, less of a procrastinator, get straight As, be more organized, and improve her academic vocabulary throughout the year. She plans to study liberal arts at either UC Irvine or UCLA, but does not plan on dorming on campus because of the filth.
Over the summer, Macias gained work experience while interning for Prestige Portraits, a company that specifically takes professional high school senior portraits. Her work involved secretary-like duties, such as calling for reminders and filing papers. When she is not taking photos, she is at the mall shopping for the latest styles at Pac Sun, one of her favorite stores. Macias walks around her neighborhood to ponder over her life. Her friends admire her sense of forwardness, personality, listening skills, and great advice. Macias makes her friends a priority. “The more you don’t see the person, the connection really isn’t there”, she stated. She started photography in the seventh grade, at Davis Middle School, and she has been taking pictures ever since, because photography challenges her to become better. Her personality, work ethic, and perseverance are all aspects that allow Macias to be an extraordinary photographer.
Over the summer, Macias gained work experience while interning for Prestige Portraits, a company that specifically takes professional high school senior portraits. Her work involved secretary-like duties, such as calling for reminders and filing papers. When she is not taking photos, she is at the mall shopping for the latest styles at Pac Sun, one of her favorite stores. Macias walks around her neighborhood to ponder over her life. Her friends admire her sense of forwardness, personality, listening skills, and great advice. Macias makes her friends a priority. “The more you don’t see the person, the connection really isn’t there”, she stated. She started photography in the seventh grade, at Davis Middle School, and she has been taking pictures ever since, because photography challenges her to become better. Her personality, work ethic, and perseverance are all aspects that allow Macias to be an extraordinary photographer.