Relishing my mornings: my short 5-minute commute to school October 13, 2023 — by William Cao To say the least, commuting to school for the past three years has always been convenient for me. While almost everyone else battles traffic on Herriman Avenue, I lie in bed, sound asleep until my alarm goes off at 8:10 on Blue Days so that I can make it to second period on time. On […] read more » Following a slow start, ‘Ahsoka’ rebounds with an exciting batch of mid-season episodes October 11, 2023 — by Eric Shi Featuring a multitude of welcome cameos, an exciting flight with space whales and an emotional final lightsaber duel between a former master and apprentice, Dave Filoni’s new eight-episode show “Ahsoka” is a refreshing addition to the Star Wars franchise, which has seen little success in the past couple years. Released on Aug. 22 and wrapping […] read more » Butterflies and moths: Two sides of the same horrid coin October 7, 2023 — by Meher Bhatnagar We have all heard of irrational fears before — the fear of dark spaces, the ocean’s depths and even of sleeping alone at night. But just how irrational can a fear be? Let me introduce you to my biggest enemy, my arch nemesis, something that freaks me out so much I flee from the mere […] read more » Scotland: land of picturesque scenery and questionable cuisine October 1, 2023 — by Lawson Wang With each breath, a small cloud of vapor formed and slowly drifted away, like a lost spirit finding its home in the foggy sky. Step by step, sophomore Arahan Balasubramanian gradually scaled The Storr in Scotland’s Isle of Skye, taking in the stunning scenery around him. Surrounded by the vast plains and the crashing waves, […] read more » ‘Past Lives’ movie examines heartbreak in a creative and tragically beautiful way October 1, 2023 — by Anthony Luo Spoiler alert: This review contains references to several key plot points. As the credits for “Past Lives” rolled, I silently processed what I had just experienced in the last hour and a half. For a relatively short movie, it felt as though I had been shoved through the emotional wringer over and over again. Premiering […] read more » A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, many — including Spanish teacher Gina Rodriguez — adopted pets. While others adopted dogs and cats, Rodriguez opted for a rabbit. Rodriguez’s rabbit, Zumi, was adopted as a baby in November 2020, and would often accompany Rodriguez on her lap as she taught her class from her computer […] read more » We were enchanted to meet you, Taylor Swift September 28, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Saachi Jain Once upon a time, the planets and the fates and all the stars aligned, and we ended up in the same stadium with Taylor Swift at the same time. Yes, we got tickets, somehow. After surviving the Great War against Ticketmaster last November, we — meaning Saachi — secured three tickets to see THE Taylor […] read more » Club Rush: 21 club officers answer 21 questions September 28, 2023 — by Divya Vadlakonda A maze of tables lined the quad on Sept. 14 and 15 during this year’s Club Rush, each of them holding flashy boards advertising a club and troves of snacks to attract hopeful club-goers. While some students leaned over tables to write their names on registration forms, others chatted with their friends and stole candy […] read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Senior Carine Chan’s room is an artist’s haven: Scattered around her are a myriad of pencils, paintbrushes and markers; the walls are lined with drying paintings, finished works and haphazard sketches drawn in fits of inspiration. As her paintbrush hits the canvas, she finds inner peace in focusing on her artwork while also keeping in […] read more » Top-tier pens and pencils can upgrade your life September 27, 2023 — by William Norwood For whatever reason, I have long been an avid stationery buff, with my collection growing each year. I have always taken pride in having the best writing materials for school. To me, receiving a compliment over a specific pen you lent to a friend is extremely special. The warm feeling you get is so similar […] read more » firstprevious...1213141516...2030405060...nextlast
Following a slow start, ‘Ahsoka’ rebounds with an exciting batch of mid-season episodes October 11, 2023 — by Eric Shi Featuring a multitude of welcome cameos, an exciting flight with space whales and an emotional final lightsaber duel between a former master and apprentice, Dave Filoni’s new eight-episode show “Ahsoka” is a refreshing addition to the Star Wars franchise, which has seen little success in the past couple years. Released on Aug. 22 and wrapping […] read more » Butterflies and moths: Two sides of the same horrid coin October 7, 2023 — by Meher Bhatnagar We have all heard of irrational fears before — the fear of dark spaces, the ocean’s depths and even of sleeping alone at night. But just how irrational can a fear be? Let me introduce you to my biggest enemy, my arch nemesis, something that freaks me out so much I flee from the mere […] read more » Scotland: land of picturesque scenery and questionable cuisine October 1, 2023 — by Lawson Wang With each breath, a small cloud of vapor formed and slowly drifted away, like a lost spirit finding its home in the foggy sky. Step by step, sophomore Arahan Balasubramanian gradually scaled The Storr in Scotland’s Isle of Skye, taking in the stunning scenery around him. Surrounded by the vast plains and the crashing waves, […] read more » ‘Past Lives’ movie examines heartbreak in a creative and tragically beautiful way October 1, 2023 — by Anthony Luo Spoiler alert: This review contains references to several key plot points. As the credits for “Past Lives” rolled, I silently processed what I had just experienced in the last hour and a half. For a relatively short movie, it felt as though I had been shoved through the emotional wringer over and over again. Premiering […] read more » A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, many — including Spanish teacher Gina Rodriguez — adopted pets. While others adopted dogs and cats, Rodriguez opted for a rabbit. Rodriguez’s rabbit, Zumi, was adopted as a baby in November 2020, and would often accompany Rodriguez on her lap as she taught her class from her computer […] read more » We were enchanted to meet you, Taylor Swift September 28, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Saachi Jain Once upon a time, the planets and the fates and all the stars aligned, and we ended up in the same stadium with Taylor Swift at the same time. Yes, we got tickets, somehow. After surviving the Great War against Ticketmaster last November, we — meaning Saachi — secured three tickets to see THE Taylor […] read more » Club Rush: 21 club officers answer 21 questions September 28, 2023 — by Divya Vadlakonda A maze of tables lined the quad on Sept. 14 and 15 during this year’s Club Rush, each of them holding flashy boards advertising a club and troves of snacks to attract hopeful club-goers. While some students leaned over tables to write their names on registration forms, others chatted with their friends and stole candy […] read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Senior Carine Chan’s room is an artist’s haven: Scattered around her are a myriad of pencils, paintbrushes and markers; the walls are lined with drying paintings, finished works and haphazard sketches drawn in fits of inspiration. As her paintbrush hits the canvas, she finds inner peace in focusing on her artwork while also keeping in […] read more » Top-tier pens and pencils can upgrade your life September 27, 2023 — by William Norwood For whatever reason, I have long been an avid stationery buff, with my collection growing each year. I have always taken pride in having the best writing materials for school. To me, receiving a compliment over a specific pen you lent to a friend is extremely special. The warm feeling you get is so similar […] read more » firstprevious...1213141516...2030405060...nextlast
Butterflies and moths: Two sides of the same horrid coin October 7, 2023 — by Meher Bhatnagar We have all heard of irrational fears before — the fear of dark spaces, the ocean’s depths and even of sleeping alone at night. But just how irrational can a fear be? Let me introduce you to my biggest enemy, my arch nemesis, something that freaks me out so much I flee from the mere […] read more » Scotland: land of picturesque scenery and questionable cuisine October 1, 2023 — by Lawson Wang With each breath, a small cloud of vapor formed and slowly drifted away, like a lost spirit finding its home in the foggy sky. Step by step, sophomore Arahan Balasubramanian gradually scaled The Storr in Scotland’s Isle of Skye, taking in the stunning scenery around him. Surrounded by the vast plains and the crashing waves, […] read more » ‘Past Lives’ movie examines heartbreak in a creative and tragically beautiful way October 1, 2023 — by Anthony Luo Spoiler alert: This review contains references to several key plot points. As the credits for “Past Lives” rolled, I silently processed what I had just experienced in the last hour and a half. For a relatively short movie, it felt as though I had been shoved through the emotional wringer over and over again. Premiering […] read more » A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, many — including Spanish teacher Gina Rodriguez — adopted pets. While others adopted dogs and cats, Rodriguez opted for a rabbit. Rodriguez’s rabbit, Zumi, was adopted as a baby in November 2020, and would often accompany Rodriguez on her lap as she taught her class from her computer […] read more » We were enchanted to meet you, Taylor Swift September 28, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Saachi Jain Once upon a time, the planets and the fates and all the stars aligned, and we ended up in the same stadium with Taylor Swift at the same time. Yes, we got tickets, somehow. After surviving the Great War against Ticketmaster last November, we — meaning Saachi — secured three tickets to see THE Taylor […] read more » Club Rush: 21 club officers answer 21 questions September 28, 2023 — by Divya Vadlakonda A maze of tables lined the quad on Sept. 14 and 15 during this year’s Club Rush, each of them holding flashy boards advertising a club and troves of snacks to attract hopeful club-goers. While some students leaned over tables to write their names on registration forms, others chatted with their friends and stole candy […] read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Senior Carine Chan’s room is an artist’s haven: Scattered around her are a myriad of pencils, paintbrushes and markers; the walls are lined with drying paintings, finished works and haphazard sketches drawn in fits of inspiration. As her paintbrush hits the canvas, she finds inner peace in focusing on her artwork while also keeping in […] read more » Top-tier pens and pencils can upgrade your life September 27, 2023 — by William Norwood For whatever reason, I have long been an avid stationery buff, with my collection growing each year. I have always taken pride in having the best writing materials for school. To me, receiving a compliment over a specific pen you lent to a friend is extremely special. The warm feeling you get is so similar […] read more » firstprevious...1213141516...2030405060...nextlast
Scotland: land of picturesque scenery and questionable cuisine October 1, 2023 — by Lawson Wang With each breath, a small cloud of vapor formed and slowly drifted away, like a lost spirit finding its home in the foggy sky. Step by step, sophomore Arahan Balasubramanian gradually scaled The Storr in Scotland’s Isle of Skye, taking in the stunning scenery around him. Surrounded by the vast plains and the crashing waves, […] read more » ‘Past Lives’ movie examines heartbreak in a creative and tragically beautiful way October 1, 2023 — by Anthony Luo Spoiler alert: This review contains references to several key plot points. As the credits for “Past Lives” rolled, I silently processed what I had just experienced in the last hour and a half. For a relatively short movie, it felt as though I had been shoved through the emotional wringer over and over again. Premiering […] read more » A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, many — including Spanish teacher Gina Rodriguez — adopted pets. While others adopted dogs and cats, Rodriguez opted for a rabbit. Rodriguez’s rabbit, Zumi, was adopted as a baby in November 2020, and would often accompany Rodriguez on her lap as she taught her class from her computer […] read more » We were enchanted to meet you, Taylor Swift September 28, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Saachi Jain Once upon a time, the planets and the fates and all the stars aligned, and we ended up in the same stadium with Taylor Swift at the same time. Yes, we got tickets, somehow. After surviving the Great War against Ticketmaster last November, we — meaning Saachi — secured three tickets to see THE Taylor […] read more » Club Rush: 21 club officers answer 21 questions September 28, 2023 — by Divya Vadlakonda A maze of tables lined the quad on Sept. 14 and 15 during this year’s Club Rush, each of them holding flashy boards advertising a club and troves of snacks to attract hopeful club-goers. While some students leaned over tables to write their names on registration forms, others chatted with their friends and stole candy […] read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Senior Carine Chan’s room is an artist’s haven: Scattered around her are a myriad of pencils, paintbrushes and markers; the walls are lined with drying paintings, finished works and haphazard sketches drawn in fits of inspiration. As her paintbrush hits the canvas, she finds inner peace in focusing on her artwork while also keeping in […] read more » Top-tier pens and pencils can upgrade your life September 27, 2023 — by William Norwood For whatever reason, I have long been an avid stationery buff, with my collection growing each year. I have always taken pride in having the best writing materials for school. To me, receiving a compliment over a specific pen you lent to a friend is extremely special. The warm feeling you get is so similar […] read more » firstprevious...1213141516...2030405060...nextlast
‘Past Lives’ movie examines heartbreak in a creative and tragically beautiful way October 1, 2023 — by Anthony Luo Spoiler alert: This review contains references to several key plot points. As the credits for “Past Lives” rolled, I silently processed what I had just experienced in the last hour and a half. For a relatively short movie, it felt as though I had been shoved through the emotional wringer over and over again. Premiering […] read more » A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, many — including Spanish teacher Gina Rodriguez — adopted pets. While others adopted dogs and cats, Rodriguez opted for a rabbit. Rodriguez’s rabbit, Zumi, was adopted as a baby in November 2020, and would often accompany Rodriguez on her lap as she taught her class from her computer […] read more » We were enchanted to meet you, Taylor Swift September 28, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Saachi Jain Once upon a time, the planets and the fates and all the stars aligned, and we ended up in the same stadium with Taylor Swift at the same time. Yes, we got tickets, somehow. After surviving the Great War against Ticketmaster last November, we — meaning Saachi — secured three tickets to see THE Taylor […] read more » Club Rush: 21 club officers answer 21 questions September 28, 2023 — by Divya Vadlakonda A maze of tables lined the quad on Sept. 14 and 15 during this year’s Club Rush, each of them holding flashy boards advertising a club and troves of snacks to attract hopeful club-goers. While some students leaned over tables to write their names on registration forms, others chatted with their friends and stole candy […] read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Senior Carine Chan’s room is an artist’s haven: Scattered around her are a myriad of pencils, paintbrushes and markers; the walls are lined with drying paintings, finished works and haphazard sketches drawn in fits of inspiration. As her paintbrush hits the canvas, she finds inner peace in focusing on her artwork while also keeping in […] read more » Top-tier pens and pencils can upgrade your life September 27, 2023 — by William Norwood For whatever reason, I have long been an avid stationery buff, with my collection growing each year. I have always taken pride in having the best writing materials for school. To me, receiving a compliment over a specific pen you lent to a friend is extremely special. The warm feeling you get is so similar […] read more » firstprevious...1213141516...2030405060...nextlast
A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, many — including Spanish teacher Gina Rodriguez — adopted pets. While others adopted dogs and cats, Rodriguez opted for a rabbit. Rodriguez’s rabbit, Zumi, was adopted as a baby in November 2020, and would often accompany Rodriguez on her lap as she taught her class from her computer […] read more » We were enchanted to meet you, Taylor Swift September 28, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Saachi Jain Once upon a time, the planets and the fates and all the stars aligned, and we ended up in the same stadium with Taylor Swift at the same time. Yes, we got tickets, somehow. After surviving the Great War against Ticketmaster last November, we — meaning Saachi — secured three tickets to see THE Taylor […] read more » Club Rush: 21 club officers answer 21 questions September 28, 2023 — by Divya Vadlakonda A maze of tables lined the quad on Sept. 14 and 15 during this year’s Club Rush, each of them holding flashy boards advertising a club and troves of snacks to attract hopeful club-goers. While some students leaned over tables to write their names on registration forms, others chatted with their friends and stole candy […] read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Senior Carine Chan’s room is an artist’s haven: Scattered around her are a myriad of pencils, paintbrushes and markers; the walls are lined with drying paintings, finished works and haphazard sketches drawn in fits of inspiration. As her paintbrush hits the canvas, she finds inner peace in focusing on her artwork while also keeping in […] read more » Top-tier pens and pencils can upgrade your life September 27, 2023 — by William Norwood For whatever reason, I have long been an avid stationery buff, with my collection growing each year. I have always taken pride in having the best writing materials for school. To me, receiving a compliment over a specific pen you lent to a friend is extremely special. The warm feeling you get is so similar […] read more » firstprevious...1213141516...2030405060...nextlast
We were enchanted to meet you, Taylor Swift September 28, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Saachi Jain Once upon a time, the planets and the fates and all the stars aligned, and we ended up in the same stadium with Taylor Swift at the same time. Yes, we got tickets, somehow. After surviving the Great War against Ticketmaster last November, we — meaning Saachi — secured three tickets to see THE Taylor […] read more » Club Rush: 21 club officers answer 21 questions September 28, 2023 — by Divya Vadlakonda A maze of tables lined the quad on Sept. 14 and 15 during this year’s Club Rush, each of them holding flashy boards advertising a club and troves of snacks to attract hopeful club-goers. While some students leaned over tables to write their names on registration forms, others chatted with their friends and stole candy […] read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Senior Carine Chan’s room is an artist’s haven: Scattered around her are a myriad of pencils, paintbrushes and markers; the walls are lined with drying paintings, finished works and haphazard sketches drawn in fits of inspiration. As her paintbrush hits the canvas, she finds inner peace in focusing on her artwork while also keeping in […] read more » Top-tier pens and pencils can upgrade your life September 27, 2023 — by William Norwood For whatever reason, I have long been an avid stationery buff, with my collection growing each year. I have always taken pride in having the best writing materials for school. To me, receiving a compliment over a specific pen you lent to a friend is extremely special. The warm feeling you get is so similar […] read more » firstprevious...1213141516...2030405060...nextlast
Club Rush: 21 club officers answer 21 questions September 28, 2023 — by Divya Vadlakonda A maze of tables lined the quad on Sept. 14 and 15 during this year’s Club Rush, each of them holding flashy boards advertising a club and troves of snacks to attract hopeful club-goers. While some students leaned over tables to write their names on registration forms, others chatted with their friends and stole candy […] read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Senior Carine Chan’s room is an artist’s haven: Scattered around her are a myriad of pencils, paintbrushes and markers; the walls are lined with drying paintings, finished works and haphazard sketches drawn in fits of inspiration. As her paintbrush hits the canvas, she finds inner peace in focusing on her artwork while also keeping in […] read more » Top-tier pens and pencils can upgrade your life September 27, 2023 — by William Norwood For whatever reason, I have long been an avid stationery buff, with my collection growing each year. I have always taken pride in having the best writing materials for school. To me, receiving a compliment over a specific pen you lent to a friend is extremely special. The warm feeling you get is so similar […] read more » firstprevious...1213141516...2030405060...nextlast
Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Senior Carine Chan’s room is an artist’s haven: Scattered around her are a myriad of pencils, paintbrushes and markers; the walls are lined with drying paintings, finished works and haphazard sketches drawn in fits of inspiration. As her paintbrush hits the canvas, she finds inner peace in focusing on her artwork while also keeping in […] read more » Top-tier pens and pencils can upgrade your life September 27, 2023 — by William Norwood For whatever reason, I have long been an avid stationery buff, with my collection growing each year. I have always taken pride in having the best writing materials for school. To me, receiving a compliment over a specific pen you lent to a friend is extremely special. The warm feeling you get is so similar […] read more » firstprevious...1213141516...2030405060...nextlast
Top-tier pens and pencils can upgrade your life September 27, 2023 — by William Norwood For whatever reason, I have long been an avid stationery buff, with my collection growing each year. I have always taken pride in having the best writing materials for school. To me, receiving a compliment over a specific pen you lent to a friend is extremely special. The warm feeling you get is so similar […] read more » firstprevious...1213141516...2030405060...nextlast