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The Holiday Wish Drive Christmas tree placed in front of the entrance of the main office.
Students and staff ensure Holiday Wish Drive ends in success
December 9, 2024
Lou speaks at a campaign fundraiser on June 9. At this event and throughout his campaign, he spoke to San Francisco voters about the importance of public safety and affordability to maintaining a family-oriented community.
Alumnus reflects on campaign for Congress following defeat
December 5, 2024
Mr. and Mrs. Laws with Finley in their backyard.
English teacher training her puppy to one day be a therapy dog in schools
December 5, 2024
A photo of the car along Camino Rico shortly after the crash.
Accident shows potential dangers for cyclists
December 5, 2024
The“No climbing on roof” sign warns students near the library.
School has made efforts to crack down on students trying to climb onto campus roofs
December 3, 2024
From 1959 to present-day, the Falcon has transitioned from a black-and-white newspaper to a colored magazine and website.
Through the decades: How The Falcon transitioned to new technologies
December 10, 2024
Make sure to include these songs in your Christmas playlist.
Christmas songs for when Mariah Carey’s high notes become mind-numbing
December 10, 2024
“CHROMAKOPIA’s” grayscale cover depicts a masked Tyler with an outstretched hand, a departure from his previous album covers, many of which featured his face alongside distinctive colors.
‘CHROMAKOPIA’ shines a light on the untold stories of adulthood
December 10, 2024
California’s recently signed legislation AB 3216 is a follow up to AB 272 from 2019.
What the new state-wide cell phone mandate means for the district
December 8, 2024
Films such as Disney’s 2025 Snow White are redundant and unwanted by audiences.
Hollywood’s dilemma: politics, stereotypes or quality
December 7, 2024
Start lifting today!
Do you have gym anxiety? This is why you shouldn’t be afraid to start
December 11, 2024
Senior Anisa Taymuree learns her solo dance alongside her choreographer Karen Chien.
Solos allow dance team upperclassmen to explore their individuality
December 9, 2024
Wrestlers must adjust their diets according to their weight
Athletes wrestle with their opponents — and their weight
December 5, 2024
The Golden State Valkyries are heading to the WNBA, with their first game occurring in May 2025.
WNBA expands to Bay Area as league begins a golden age of viewership
December 4, 2024
Longtime fan Sameera Kapur at a San Jose Sharks game
Super fan supports Sharks despite hockey team’s cellar-dwelling ways
December 2, 2024
The many confusing aspects of Shakespeare make his works unappealing.
To read or not to read: My struggle with Shakespeare
December 7, 2024
The balance of the justice system has teetered due to the corruption.
The U.S. legal system is in need of serious changes — beginning with criminal justice
December 5, 2024
AI can benefit and stimulate growth in many fields including economy, health care, and education.
Hold your concerns, AI will make a better future
December 5, 2024
Teachers who teach the same class but give different tests hurt students' ability to compete and succeed.
Lack of standardization among teachers creates unequal academic playing field
November 27, 2024
The student vote is one of their most powerful weapons.
Students should be allowed a vote in the school board
November 22, 2024
Our fireside dinner with hot home-cooked pav bhaji was one to remember.
Camping at Mount Diablo: We get away for the weekend
December 11, 2024
I feel jealous of Santa Claus because he gets to enjoy holiday treats from around the world on Christmas Eve.
I’m a lost Clause for holiday treats
December 10, 2024
A few of the bright red prairie sumac leaves against the sky.
My autumn hobby: ‘capturing’ the fall-ing leaves
December 10, 2024
The annual Christmas pickle tradition continues this year.
It’s not Christmas without finding the family gherkin
December 7, 2024
Macaulay Culkin’s ‘Home Alone’ is undoubtedly the best holiday movie.
My top 10 Christmas movies of all time
December 5, 2024

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