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“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
At the first Speech and Debate club practice of the year, speech coach Jenny Cook delivers announcements.
Speech and debate members excel at June’s Nationals, adding momentum to fall competitions
September 24, 2024
Junior Nicole Hao works on her team’s robot on her lift mechanism.
All 5 VEX Robotics teams gear up for first competition on Oct. 13
September 22, 2024
Freshmen Arjun Vijaykumar, Samir Sharma and Adrian Etter play Ping Pong during lunch.
Falcon Nest upgrades continue into the new school year
September 21, 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
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
Senior Kaylee Yeung performs in a 2023 Nutcracker production with her dance studio.
A leap of faith: Senior hopes to pursue ballet beyond high school
September 21, 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
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump engaged in a heated debate last week.
Presidential candidates duke it out on the debate stage — who won?
September 23, 2024
K-pop has shifted from a genre of music to a lifestyle and cultural phenomenon.
K-pop draws millions of fans even though many of its teenage idols suffer behind the scenes
September 20, 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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Hong and Leung pose for a photo in the music building — the place they spend most of their tutorials and lunches.

Senior Mag 2023: Melodies of friendship: from elementary school piano buddies to college roommates

Christina Chang and Martin Xu
July 1, 2023
Freshman Taewon Yim competes against a Los Altos Swimmer in the 200 IM event at a home meet on Mar. 10. 

Despite strong individual talent, small team size hinders team’s ability to win

Jonny Luo and Martin Xu
March 30, 2023
Playing on the same alliance during one of their matches, the MSET Cuttlefish and Bettafish race to stack blue cones on poles stationed around the field.

Veteran robotics team qualifies to Worlds after regional tournament

Saachi Jain and Martin Xu
March 20, 2023
A student opens up to a therapist.

The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience

Martin Xu
January 26, 2023
Juniors Naomi Hsieh and Rishab Melkote, and senior Emily Lu begin the structural design of the pumpkin-smasher.

Robotics team to host pumpkin smashing event on Nov. 2

Martin Xu
November 7, 2022
Yang’s first installation made out of wooden skewers. 

From wooden skewers to toilet seats: senior experiments with 3D art

Martin Xu
September 30, 2022
Junior Nathan Zhang placed 2nd at the Junior Olympic Qualifier in Nov. 2021. 

Students improve athleticism through fencing

Martin Xu
September 25, 2022
Petersen instructs the class about an upcoming project during class on Sept. 14.

New computer science teacher joins teaching staff

Saachi Jain and Martin Xu
September 15, 2022
Junior Isha Jagadish sprints in a relay event as she competes against Monta Vista High School

Track ends strong at late-season meets

Martin Xu and Viraaj Reddi
May 22, 2022
MSET Cuttlefish makes Worlds

MSET Cuttlefish makes Worlds

Martin Xu
March 18, 2022

Robotics team wins qualifier, advance to regionals

Atrey Desai and Martin Xu
January 31, 2022
Newly credentialed social studies teacher fills in

Newly credentialed social studies teacher fills in

Martin Xu
January 24, 2022

Teachers reach 3-year agreement with district

Christina Chang and Martin Xu
January 22, 2022
Library and lab technician Cynthia Cheng works to prepare labs for AP Biology students in the science building.

Cynthia Cheng takes on new role as library technician

Christina Chang and Martin Xu
October 7, 2021
Rookie members of team MSET 6165 Cuttlefish work on the finishing touches of their robot together in the robotics room before their scrimmage.

Robotic teams use offseason to get even stronger after a strong pandemic year

Arnav Swamy and Martin Xu
September 25, 2021
The football team practices after school with no masks and minimal distancing. 

Student athletes anticipate return to normalcy

Stephanie Sun and Martin Xu
September 10, 2021
Teachers implement course modifications to combat learning gaps

Teachers implement course modifications to combat learning gaps

Christina Chang and Martin Xu
September 10, 2021
‘BLACKPINK: THE MOVIE’: a perfect gift for fans

‘BLACKPINK: THE MOVIE’: a perfect gift for fans

Martin Xu
September 5, 2021
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Boys’ soccer finishes the season strong with new goals for next year

Stephanie Sun and Martin Xu
May 21, 2021
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Boys’ and girls’ water polo teams aim to end tumultuous season on a memorable note

Nicole Lu, Stephanie Sun, and Martin Xu
May 13, 2021
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Unfortunate outcome of a strategic plan: Sophomore misses out on swim season

Martin Xu
May 11, 2021
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Cafeteria reboots as students return for in-person school

Martin Xu
May 3, 2021
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Community organizations adapt fast and survive the pandemic

Martin Xu
April 28, 2021
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Updated CDC social distancing guidelines prompt mixed reactions from SHS community

Christina Chang and Martin Xu
April 15, 2021
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What is the extent of the First Amendment in schools?

Stephanie Sun and Martin Xu
April 2, 2021
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New coach sets goals for team in unusual season

Vinay Gollamudi and Martin Xu
March 26, 2021
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New CASSY therapist hopes to promote wellness for students

Stephanie Sun and Martin Xu
March 24, 2021
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Swim team adjusts to new practice, meet protocols

Neeti Badve and Martin Xu
March 10, 2021
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School adapts to new COVID guidelines for textbook pickups

Martin Xu and Mina Yeap
February 23, 2021
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‘Unconventional’ names lead to challenges in daily life

Stephanie Sun and Martin Xu
February 7, 2021
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Will scaled-down online classes lead to learning gaps?

Martin Xu and Mina Yeap
January 21, 2021
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Dear 2021 … it can only get better

Martin Xu
January 13, 2021
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Does hybrid learning really work?

Martin Xu
December 9, 2020
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Quarantine boredom leads to a ‘friendly’ competition

Martin Xu and Mina Yeap
December 2, 2020
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Remote learning or remote cheating?

Martin Xu and Mina Yeap
November 19, 2020

Teachers’ assistants readjust their roles online

Anjali Nuggehalli and Martin Xu
October 15, 2020
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Junior reflects on mental and physical benefits of fishing

Martin Xu and Mina Yeap
October 15, 2020
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Sophomore wins Congressional art contest

Martin Xu and Mina Yeap
September 16, 2020
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Which food delivery service is best for you?

Martin Xu
September 10, 2020
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