Josh deSylva is a senior at Highlands High School. This is his first year in the journalism program. He plays varsity tennis and is looking forward to the coming season. When he has free time, he likes to do puzzles, listen to books, and play tennis. He took journalism because it was an art credit and one that sounded interesting and like it could be helpful later in life. Josh likes to learn about interesting subjects, from technology and sports to events like social upheaval. He also likes historic events and conflicts, in particular Roman or Japanese. The Sāsānian empire and its conflicts with the Roman empire are of particular interest.