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Registrar Robert Wise retires after nine years at school
June 6, 2024
Class of ‘24 valedictorian and salutatorian announced
June 4, 2024
Class of ‘24 gets sent off with action-packed rally
May 29, 2024
Early results show parcel tax headed to narrow victory; teachers continue to campaign for pay raise
May 23, 2024
Prom 2024: An evening full of amazing sights and lasting memories
May 22, 2024
Senior Mag 2024: The best places to go off-campus to at lunch
June 3, 2024
Senior Mag 2024: An APUSH BBQ feast provides a memorable final
June 3, 2024
Senior Mag 2024: 2 seniors reflect on what made their MAP experience memorable
May 30, 2024
From court to commencement: Tennis best friends ace high school together
May 29, 2024
Senior Mag 2024: I know the cause of my future demise: lack of sleep
May 29, 2024
Softball falls 7-0 to Capuchino in CCS
May 26, 2024
Baseball falls short of CCS but builds for the future
May 23, 2024
Star swimmer’s disqualification in 200 IM race puts stirs controversy at CCS
May 21, 2024
Sports: 2023-2024 notable athlete achievements
May 21, 2024
Technology in Sports: Athletes using recent advancements to improve their skills
May 21, 2024
It’s time to eliminate more ‘ghost clubs’
June 3, 2024
Accusations of AI cheating can be based on deeply flawed evidence
May 29, 2024
State testing provides a good break from junior year
May 22, 2024
Trump’s vice president strategy: Money talks louder than politics
May 21, 2024
Too many district emails muddle the efficiency of communication
May 21, 2024
The verdict on YouTuber David Dobrik’s wacky morning routine: not worth it
June 3, 2024
Let’s leave turtlenecks in the past, where they belong
May 30, 2024
Top 10: songs to listen to before you die
May 30, 2024
Try a strange but delectable food combination: Doritos dipped in cupcake frosting
May 29, 2024
Senior Mag 2024: When I can’t focus, I run for the hills
May 29, 2024
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All content by Muthu Palaniappan
‘Jane the Virgin’ cliffhangers disappoint fans
Muthu Palaniappan
April 27, 2019
‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ rocks audiences, but lacks emotional punch
Marisa Kingsley
and
Muthu Palaniappan
March 28, 2019
100-word rant: $25 packets are unfair to seniors
Muthu Palaniappan
March 28, 2019
Netflix original ‘You’ proves binge-worthy and exciting
Muthu Palaniappan
and
Esha Lakhotia
March 27, 2019
Confused about life? I’ve got some great advice
Muthu Palaniappan
March 27, 2019
Buying too much food does not make you ‘broke’
Muthu Palaniappan
January 28, 2019
Seniors prepare for extreme shopping venture
Ava Hooman
,
Esha Lakhotia
, and
Muthu Palaniappan
January 22, 2019
100-word rant: SHS has no tables to eat lunch at
Muthu Palaniappan
November 26, 2018
Isolated downtown restaurant worthy of praise
Ava Hooman
and
Muthu Palaniappan
November 14, 2018
New club rule unfair and inconvenient
Muthu Palaniappan
October 15, 2018
Spirit Commission to host first ‘Trunk-or-treat’
Allison Hartley
and
Muthu Palaniappan
October 15, 2018
Classes to be disrupted by next week’s Breaking down the Walls program, but organizers expect big benefits for students
Elaine Toh
and
Muthu Palaniappan
October 15, 2018
There’s a reason thrifting is so popular: It works
Muthu Palaniappan
October 12, 2018
Freshman elections held within first weeks of school
Allison Hartley
and
Muthu Palaniappan
September 10, 2018
Homecoming game at Levi’s Stadium is inconvenient and unlikely to generate school spirit
Muthu Palaniappan
September 10, 2018
Students find passion in creating an Instagram feed
Esha Lakhotia
and
Muthu Palaniappan
June 1, 2018
Charlie Puth impresses fans with sophomore album Voicenotes
Muthu Palaniappan
May 24, 2018
Seniors applaud location of June 2 prom
Muthu Palaniappan
and
Jeffrey Xu
May 23, 2018
For Starbucks, racial bias training is just a PR stunt
Muthu Palaniappan
May 7, 2018
Spring Fling themed around popular hashtags
Andrew Lee
and
Muthu Palaniappan
April 1, 2018
[Photo] Baseball team’s spirit reinvigorated by recent wins
Patrick Li
and
Michael Zhang
April 3, 2018
[Photo] More security cameras installed to decrease illegal activities
Chelsea Leung
and
Jackson Green
April 3, 2018
Attempting to play an uncommon sport
Ava Hooman
and
Muthu Palaniappan
April 2, 2018
Falcon Focus: Sophomore refuses to let her stature define or defeat her
Esha Lakhotia
and
Muthu Palaniappan
April 2, 2018
Downturn in parental donations continues to hurt athletics program
Jackson Green
and
Muthu Palaniappan
April 1, 2018
Junior finds voice in Make-A-Wish Foundation
Muthu Palaniappan
and
Kevin Sze
April 1, 2018
Non-MAP students deserve to go on field trips too
Esha Lakhotia
and
Muthu Palaniappan
April 1, 2018
MAP organizes tour of local news station
Muthu Palaniappan
March 29, 2018
Her father is the father of Bluetooth, but she’s just a normal kid
Daniel Bessonov
and
Muthu Palaniappan
February 9, 2018
Seniors find jobs during second semester
Muthu Palaniappan
February 9, 2018
Top 10 things to do during Ski Week
Patrick Li
and
Muthu Palaniappan
February 9, 2018
Apple’s slowing-down of old phones a scam to increase sales of new phones
Muthu Palaniappan
February 8, 2018
Senior finds purpose and passion in music
Muthu Palaniappan
February 8, 2018
Avid vlog-watchers try vlogging for a day
Esha Lakhotia
and
Muthu Palaniappan
February 8, 2018
Museum of Ice Cream is a quirky spot for photos
Esha Lakhotia
and
Muthu Palaniappan
January 29, 2018
Freshmen host Giving Tree
Muthu Palaniappan
and
Jeffrey Xu
December 11, 2017
Falcon Focus: Senior develops narrative video for film school application
Muthu Palaniappan
December 10, 2017
Seniors dive into the Shark Tank
Patrick Li
and
Muthu Palaniappan
December 10, 2017
ASB makes efforts to increase transparency with students
Andrew Lee
and
Muthu Palaniappan
December 10, 2017
Tastebud Pills trip senses
Esha Lakhotia
and
Muthu Palaniappan
December 9, 2017
Crazy ‘stans’ invade celebrities’ privacy
Esha Lakhotia
and
Muthu Palaniappan
December 7, 2017
School in the afternoon is more efficient for teenagers
Muthu Palaniappan
December 7, 2017
Taylor Swift impresses fans with ‘Reputation’
Muthu Palaniappan
December 6, 2017
Music department teachers share their journey
Muthu Palaniappan
and
Emilie Zhou
November 1, 2017
[Photo] New all-male team extends boys’ dance culture
Francesca Chu
and
Emilie Zhou
October 30, 2017
Outreach creates Staff of the Semester award to encompass all staff members
Esha Lakhotia
and
Muthu Palaniappan
October 27, 2017
Diss tracks break the internet, bringing drama and hate to YouTube
Esha Lakhotia
and
Muthu Palaniappan
October 22, 2017
October weekend serves as the perfect time to bounce back
Muthu Palaniappan
October 18, 2017
‘Gotogapower’ Instagram account has gained popularity this year
Esha Lakhotia
and
Muthu Palaniappan
October 18, 2017
[Photo] Juniors blast into Homecoming preparations
Ava Hooman
September 18, 2017
Class of 2018 prepares for their final Homecoming
Muthu Palaniappan
September 14, 2017
Reporters recall their FLASHING day at Comic Con
Ava Hooman
,
Esha Lakhotia
, and
Muthu Palaniappan
September 17, 2017
ASB makes connections with local businesses
Andrew Lee
and
Muthu Palaniappan
September 17, 2017
Homecoming spirit remains strong despite changes over the years
Francesca Chu
and
Muthu Palaniappan
September 14, 2017
Taylor Swift stuns fans with her new reputation
Muthu Palaniappan
September 13, 2017
100 Word Rants
Esha Lakhotia
,
Muthu Palaniappan
, and
Michael Zhang
September 12, 2017
Reporter tries recipe from decades past
Muthu Palaniappan
September 11, 2017
Alumnus shows promise in entertainment field
Ava Hooman
and
Muthu Palaniappan
May 30, 2017
Students compete for the perfect ‘Promposal’
Esha Lakhotia
and
Muthu Palaniappan
May 30, 2017
Clubs allow students to celebrate culture
Patrick Li
and
Muthu Palaniappan
May 26, 2017
Earth Week Seminar educates students on environmental issues
Patrick Li
and
Muthu Palaniappan
May 24, 2017
Netflix’s ‘Chasing Cameron’ proves disappointing
Esha Lakhotia
and
Muthu Palaniappan
May 18, 2017
Deflated and discouraged by flat tire on the Golden Gate Bridge
Ava Hooman
and
Muthu Palaniappan
May 8, 2017
Life Hack: more bang for your (Star)bucks
Esha Lakhotia
and
Muthu Palaniappan
April 28, 2017
College Bound: Two seniors plan on attending international schools
Esha Lakhotia
and
Muthu Palaniappan
April 28, 2017
[Photo] Leadership class pulls off first-ever Lip Dub
Elicia Ye
March 30, 2017
Interfaith club discusses religion’s role in society
Muthu Palaniappan
March 28, 2017
In class project, speech and debate president hopes to help younger students overcome fear of public speaking
Muthu Palaniappan
and
Austin Wang
March 23, 2017
Freshman finds a love for competitive skiing
Esha Lakhotia
and
Muthu Palaniappan
March 22, 2017
When friends move far away, technology helps keep close ties alive
Muthu Palaniappan
and
Sophia Zivanic
March 19, 2017
Our most embarrassing moment: getting kicked out of the theater
Ava Hooman
and
Muthu Palaniappan
March 18, 2017
Student studying Chinese opts to go on annual school trip to Mexico
Patrick Li
and
Muthu Palaniappan
March 16, 2017
Junior creates website to help prevent Type 2 Diabetes
Patrick Li
and
Muthu Palaniappan
February 9, 2017
Male beauty gurus break down gender barriers
Muthu Palaniappan
and
Katherine Zhou
February 4, 2017
Boring eaters crave more exotic foods
Ava Hooman
and
Muthu Palaniappan
February 4, 2017
[Photo] Senior overcomes stage fright at Saratoga Idol, finishing second
Aaron Choi
and
Cassandra King
December 13, 2016
[Photo] Self-taught sophomore singer places third at Saratoga Idol
Eleanor Goh
and
Elicia Ye
December 8, 2016
Freshman plays on Warriors home court during halftime
Muthu Palaniappan
and
Patrick Li
December 8, 2016
School implements new policies to reduce student stress
Muthu Palaniappan
and
Navin Tiwary
December 8, 2016
Leadership class benefit: more collaboration among officers
Esha Lakhotia
and
Muthu Palaniappan
December 8, 2016
Alumni pay visits during college breaks
Muthu Palaniappan
and
Eileen Toh
December 4, 2016
Students struggle with large sibling age gap
Esha Lakhotia
and
Muthu Palaniappan
December 4, 2016
New Macbook Pro takes first step in revolutionizing computer ports
Muthu Palaniappan
and
Roland Shen
December 4, 2016
Getting in the holiday spirit with Starbucks
Esha Lakhotia
and
Muthu Palaniappan
November 29, 2016
Khan Academy proves helpful during finals season
Esha Lakhotia
and
Muthu Palaniappan
November 29, 2016
New tutoring center in library part of school’s effort to reduce student stress
Muthu Palaniappan
and
Vivien Zhang
September 27, 2016
Alternative schools prove to be popular with SHS students
Amith Galivanche
and
Muthu Palaniappan
September 24, 2016
Leadership class period receives positive reactions from students
Muthu Palaniappan
and
Jason Zhao
September 22, 2016
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