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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 Brandon Judoprasetijo
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Benefit Fashion Show to take place on April 6

Brandon Judoprasetijo
March 26, 2013

Students to explore professions in Career Day

Brandon Judoprasetijo
March 26, 2013

Mathletes prepare to take on notorious AMCs

Brandon Judoprasetijo and Michelle Leung
February 2, 2013

Senior boys vote against changing the graduation gowns to red

Brandon Judoprasetijo
February 2, 2013
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Senior boys vote against changing the graduation gowns to red

Brandon Judoprasetijo
January 28, 2013
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Students notice new principal’s efforts to improve school’s atmosphere

Brandon Judoprasetijo
December 7, 2012

Falcon Focus: sophomore shares his love for math

Brandon Judoprasetijo and Michelle Leung
December 6, 2012

Homecoming fundraiser “Toys for Tots” canceled

Brandon Judoprasetijo and Amy Lin
October 27, 2012
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Breathalyzer warning successful, Sadies saved

Brandon Judoprasetijo
October 22, 2012

‘Tetralogy’ is the theme for this year’s Homecoming celebration

Amy Jan and Brandon Judoprasetijo
September 26, 2012

The “you” in YouTube

Brandon Judoprasetijo
September 19, 2012

Virtual conversations made into reality

Olivia Chock and Brandon Judoprasetijo
August 28, 2012

Boys’ tennis team exceeds expectations at CCS

Brandon Judoprasetijo
May 30, 2012
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Senior selected for national physics team

Brandon Judoprasetijo
May 22, 2012
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English teacher recovering from severe hand injury

Matt Foley and Brandon Judoprasetijo
May 17, 2012
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Boys’ Tennis: Falcons lose important match to league rivals

Brandon Judoprasetijo
April 25, 2012
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Tweeter-in-chief: Senior working in digital media for Obama re-election campaign

Brandon Judoprasetijo
March 16, 2012
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Kial Kaiser: Tennis court king

Brandon Judoprasetijo
March 9, 2012

Wrestling captain uses mind to conquer muscles

Brandon Judoprasetijo
January 18, 2012

Facebook: Helpful or harmful?

Katherine Chang and Brandon Judoprasetijo
January 18, 2012

Middle school mathletes collaborate with high school

Jackie Gu and Brandon Judoprasetijo
January 13, 2012

Casas and Oliveri-O’Connor: Great friends, great teammates

Brandon Judoprasetijo
January 10, 2012

Wrestling: Falcons take first in two weight classes at tournament

Brandon Judoprasetijo
January 10, 2012

School preps for Code Red with drill

Brandon Judoprasetijo
December 10, 2011
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Sophomore hones math skills

Jackie Gu and Brandon Judoprasetijo
November 29, 2011
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School repeals controversial pass-fail grading policy affecting sports, cheer and band

Dylan Jew and Brandon Judoprasetijo
November 29, 2011

Teachers assign video projects to broaden education

Brandon Judoprasetijo and Minu Palaniappan
November 15, 2011

Boys’ water polo: Key loss stops CCS dreams

Jackie Gu and Brandon Judoprasetijo
November 14, 2011

Wrestling: Small team to take on big challenges ahead

Brandon Judoprasetijo
November 14, 2011

Falcon focus: Born in the early 1960s, Sparky the golf cart is still chugging along

Brandon Judoprasetijo and Derek Sun
November 10, 2011

Boys’ Water Polo: Team defeats rivals Wilcox and Lynbrook

Jackie Gu and Brandon Judoprasetijo
October 27, 2011

Steven Cho: sophomore phenom

Jackie Gu and Brandon Judoprasetijo
October 14, 2011

Freshman Homecoming performances soars above expectations

Brandon Judoprasetijo
October 14, 2011

Female mathletes compete in annual Math Prize contest

Jackie Gu and Brandon Judoprasetijo
October 9, 2011

From the archives: “Champ Gu” conquers at the IOI

Dylan Jew and Brandon Judoprasetijo
October 6, 2011

Boys’ water polo: Results arouse bittersweet feelings

Jackie Gu and Brandon Judoprasetijo
September 29, 2011

Boys’ water polo: Team dominates Watsonville tournament

Jackie Gu and Brandon Judoprasetijo
September 17, 2011

Senior’s percussion talent strikes on a national level

Brandon Judoprasetijo and Jonathan Young
September 9, 2011

New year yields drastic changes for math club

Jackie Gu and Brandon Judoprasetijo
September 9, 2011

School scores high in API

Brandon Judoprasetijo
September 9, 2011

Boys’ Water Polo Preview

Jackie Gu and Brandon Judoprasetijo
September 9, 2011

Badminton: Star athletes shine at CCS

Amy Jan and Brandon Judoprasetijo
June 3, 2011
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Big changes in school’s history of little spirit

Brandon Judoprasetijo
May 18, 2011

AP exams test students’ priorities

Brandon Judoprasetijo and Michael Lee
May 6, 2011
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Seniors score success in powderpuff

Brandon Judoprasetijo
April 8, 2011

Small team yields big achievements throughout season

Brandon Judoprasetijo and Deborah Soung
March 1, 2011

Math competitions add up to impressive results

Brandon Judoprasetijo
February 28, 2011

Wrestling team outstanding at Mid Cal Tournament

Brandon Judoprasetijo and Deborah Soung
February 6, 2011
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Senior scores finalist title at Intel Science Fair

Sabrina Cismas and Brandon Judoprasetijo
February 4, 2011

Making weight makes wrestling a tough sport

Brandon Judoprasetijo and Deborah Soung
January 7, 2011

Even teachers can be inspired

Lillian Chen and Brandon Judoprasetijo
January 3, 2011

Team wrestles to success despite challenges early in season

Brandon Judoprasetijo and Deborah Soung
December 10, 2010

Boys’ cross country: Future looks bright for seniors, team

Brandon Judoprasetijo and Vijay Menon
December 8, 2010

Student catering business put to an end

Brandon Judoprasetijo and Paul Jung
December 7, 2010

Season wraps up as CCS nears

Brandon Judoprasetijo and Vijay Menon
November 7, 2010

Wrestling: New coach provides fresh start to season

Brandon Judoprasetijo and Deborah Soung
November 3, 2010
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Playoff beards work their magic for two seniors

Brandon Judoprasetijo and Elijah Yi
November 3, 2010
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Sophomore woes

Brandon Judoprasetijo
October 31, 2010

Boys’ XC team aims for state competition

Vijay Menon and Brandon Judoprasetijo
October 22, 2010
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Jaycie Luo: Possible recruitment to the girls’ Chinese ice hockey team

Brandon Judoprasetijo and Lauren Kuan
October 21, 2010

Boys’ Cross Country: Falcons flourish at Saratoga invitational, other events

Brandon Judoprasetijo and Vijay Menon
October 4, 2010

A greener school may lead a red balance sheet

Brandon Judoprasetijo
October 4, 2010

Virtual conversations made into reality

Olivia Chock and Brandon Judoprasetijo
September 14, 2010
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