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Mothers of middle and high school students from across the Bay Area listen to MomsConnect 2024 panelists on Sept. 22.
Safine among panelists for non-profit Chai with Moms inaugural event
October 10, 2024
Ward talks to a representative from Hult International Business School as part of a college fair on Sept. 23
The CCC’s services are here to help students through the application process
October 5, 2024
To conserve paper and reduce the risk of cheating, College Board has made the decision to transition toward an almost fully digital testing model for their Advanced Placement (AP) courses.
Changes to AP testing procedures set to take effect in 2025
October 5, 2024
“A Dark Future” currently holds three titles: Lift-off Global Network Sessions Official Selection, Official Winners of the One Earth Film Festival Young Filmmakers Contest and Regeneration International Youth Film Selection.
MAP grade 11 project “A Dark Future” wins International Environmental Film Award
September 29, 2024
During their first meeting on Sept. 12, Slime Club members mix a large bowl of glue with an activator to make slime.
New Slime Club is drawing over 60 members each meeting
September 26, 2024
A screenshot of SHS Fizz where students post content ranging from academics to shower thoughts
New SHS-focused Instagram confessions page stirs concerns
October 4, 2024
The crevice is widening between the ideologies of America’s two leading parties.
Deepening political divides are fragmenting America
September 26, 2024
History classes rely on using reliable sources when discussing political events.
When politics intrude into the classroom
September 26, 2024
Big data corporations like Disney are more involved in data stealing than you may think.
Behind a curtain of ‘transparency,’ many companies process user data undercover
September 25, 2024
A name like that might just give poor X a case of torrential bullying.
Elon Musk cursed his son by naming him X æ A-xii Musk
September 24, 2024
Young NFL stars James Cook and Marvin Harrison Jr. celebrated their breakout campaigns in blowout victories.
Fantasy Football Overview Weeks 1-4: Wild breakout performances and disappointing injuries
October 5, 2024
On Aug. 24, Zhang competes in the 50-meter freestyle in the preliminary round at Junior Pan-Pacific Championships.
Talented swimmer goes to Australia to compete at 2024 Junior Pan-Pacific Championships
September 30, 2024
Freshmen Delsin Dizoglio and Kaylee Ren play physical tic-tac-toe in period 6 P.E.
New mandatory P.E. rule for freshmen goes into effect
September 29, 2024
The Falcons huddle before their first scrimmage of the season against Evergreen on Sept. 5th.
Football team sees hard work pay off as a dominant 42-7 win against the Pioneers places them 2-0 in league
September 29, 2024
In last year’s matchup with Santa Clara, senior Sydney Riera controls the game from the middle of the field.
Field hockey team hopes to find improvement during rebuild
September 24, 2024
The balance of power at the school sites is heavily outweighed by the district.
Staff editorial: As the board levels up on district office personnel, LG and SHS staff suffer negative impacts
October 10, 2024
The Monopoly theme is a mere shadow of what it could have been.
This year’s Homecoming theme for the senior class is a major disappointment
October 10, 2024
Kamala Harris represents the U.S. in international politics.
Kamala Harris brings long-awaited and indispensable gender and ethnic representation to U.S. politics
September 30, 2024
No phone use on campus will prove to be a health and safety hazard.
Cell phones have a healthy and necessary role in schools
September 26, 2024
In the dark reality of social media, family channels have let money and fame blind them.
YouTube Family channels too often lead to child exploitation
September 24, 2024
Real-life image of my friend with AirPods while studying.
Top-10 classical music pieces to take a listen to
October 5, 2024
The library is the perfect place to work
100-word rave: A love letter to tutorials
September 26, 2024
An example of a WeTip poster depicting the impact of negative comments hangs in Meghan Laws’ English classroom.
WeTip posters aim to provide a way to report harassment, bullying and other issues
September 26, 2024
Stationery products from Muji
Top 10 best stationery brands
September 24, 2024
A paper knife is like trying to become an academic weapon — it’s not as magnificent or sustainable as it appears.
New year, new habits: I tried to become an academic weapon
September 24, 2024

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All content by Aasim Naqvi

Columnist recounts first emotional movie experience

Aasim Naqvi
March 12, 2013

State competitors remember glory days

Aasim Naqvi
February 2, 2013

Students’ use of Sparknotes varies

Aasim Naqvi
February 2, 2013

U.S. should rethink Selective Service

Aasim Naqvi
November 15, 2012

Sum comes within 2 seconds of course record

Aasim Naqvi and Derek Sun
October 10, 2012

Junior twins not so identical

Aasim Naqvi
October 10, 2012

XC: Boys look to continue recent success

Aasim Naqvi and Derek Sun
August 31, 2012

Television: a daily guilty pleasure

Aasim Naqvi
August 30, 2012

English essay rubrics need editing

Aasim Naqvi
May 3, 2012

Science internships valuable, but should be awarded to right students

Aasim Naqvi
March 10, 2012
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Student interest in politics varies in depth

Aasim Naqvi and Karen Sung
November 17, 2011

Being sick is an adventure

Aasim Naqvi
November 10, 2011

School resource officer aware of Wildwood issue but says they aren’t severe

Aasim Naqvi
October 21, 2011

ASB club cut-down necessary

Aasim Naqvi
October 9, 2011

Track and field is a true sport

Aasim Naqvi
September 9, 2011

Freshman pursues success in drama

Aasim Naqvi
September 3, 2011

Boys’ Lacrosse: Team loses key seniors, has hopeful future

Jennifer Jin and Aasim Naqvi
May 30, 2011

More and more summers being dedicated to summer school

Aasim Naqvi
May 26, 2011

Hinshaw shatters Spitz’s record at Leagues

Michael Lee and Aasim Naqvi
May 24, 2011

Science teacher, junior combat caffeine habits

Michael Lee and Aasim Naqvi
May 14, 2011

Paly votes for finals to be after winter break

Aasim Naqvi
March 31, 2011

Racial composition at LG ‘whiter’ than SHS

Aasim Naqvi
March 31, 2011

Self-studied AP exams become more common

Sarah Hull and Aasim Naqvi
March 30, 2011

Football star excels on the hardwood

Aasim Naqvi
February 6, 2011

Full-body scanners aren’t the way to go

Aasim Naqvi
December 8, 2010

Junior continues decade-long dancing

Aasim Naqvi
December 6, 2010

Culture influences senior’s music interests

Aasim Naqvi
October 22, 2010

Parents should not neglect morning drop off rules

Aasim Naqvi
October 18, 2010

Being the youngest sibling isn’t as bad as it’s cracked up to be

Aasim Naqvi
September 23, 2010

Islamophobia: Discrimination starts to divide nation

Aasim Naqvi and Ashwini Velchamy
September 14, 2010
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