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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 Alexandra Li
whale

Top MAP works honored at SMASH’N

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
May 28, 2019

Freshman amasses considerable followers on Instagram

Alexandra Li and Alex Wang
April 25, 2019
Joel

Alumnus Joel Schneidmiller pursues volleyball career at UC Irvine

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
March 14, 2019
teachersquadday

Robinson announces he will retire in June

Alexandra Li and Amy Tang
February 7, 2019

Speech and debate program undergoes leadership overhaul

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
November 27, 2018

First online issue of Soundings open for submissions

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
November 26, 2018

‘Alice in Wonderland’ remake provides complex storyline

Alexandra Li
September 4, 2018

Track finishes season with two finalists in CCS

Francesca Chu and Alexandra Li
May 30, 2018

While on the road to being a doctor like her dad, Thomson took a U-turn into teaching

Alexandra Li
May 14, 2018
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Track: Team struggles against injuries and hot weather

Francesca Chu and Alexandra Li
April 3, 2018

Starting lineups to change with loss of seniors

Francesca Chu and Alexandra Li
April 3, 2018

Behind the doors of staff development days

Alexandra Li and Michael Zhang
March 29, 2018

Teens advocating for reform are unjustly infantilized

Alexandra Li
March 26, 2018

Track: Smaller, younger team holds potential

Francesca Chu and Alexandra Li
February 13, 2018

Girls’ soccer: Team won’t make CCS but has improved season

Aaron Choi and Alexandra Li
February 13, 2018

Stretching our backs and barriers

Francesca Chu and Alexandra Li
February 9, 2018

Administration steps up enforcement in parking lot to combat overcrowding

Alexandra Li and Jeffrey Xu
February 8, 2018

The face behind the rally music

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
January 29, 2018

Students gain valuable experiences coaching

Francesca Chu and Alexandra Li
January 26, 2018
apphysics

Increasing percentage of students enrolling in two AP science courses

Daniel Bessonov and Alexandra Li
December 11, 2017

Girls’ soccer starts season with a 7-0 win

Aaron Choi and Alexandra Li
December 11, 2017

Student from Sweden quickly becomes fluent English

Alexandra Li and Jeffrey Xu
December 7, 2017
ritchie

For Ritchie, all paths led to teaching

Alexandra Li
December 7, 2017

New T4 store disappoints

Francesca Chu and Alexandra Li
December 7, 2017

Senior recruited by UC Davis for baseball

Alexandra Li
October 23, 2017

Senior’s interest in biology grows through summer internship at Stanford

Alexandra Li
October 22, 2017

Never too old to trick-or-treat

Alexandra Li
October 17, 2017

Classes vary in bank account position

Karen Chow and Alexandra Li
September 18, 2017

RISE Club sends six members to nationals, places sixth in nation

Alexandra Li and Sherrie Shen
September 18, 2017
WATER

Water polo coach plays professionally, believes in ‘feet in’ instruction

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
September 17, 2017

Gunn’s elaborate Homecoming sticks to time-honored traditions

Alexandra Li
September 12, 2017

3-day Club Fair to replace hectic Club Day

Alexandra Li
September 11, 2017

Senior helps start business to be featured on TV

Alexandra Li
September 11, 2017

SHS develops strong relationships with colleges through admissions officers

Alexandra Li and Victor Liu
May 26, 2017

Seating irregularity invalidates seven AP exams, leading to retakes

Kitty Huang and Alexandra Li
May 22, 2017

Decline in registration for AP U.S. History

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
May 18, 2017

Athletics trainer Liz Alves heals injury after injury

Karen Chow and Alexandra Li
May 18, 2017

Solar panels should be required in California

Frederick Kim and Alexandra Li
May 16, 2017
creepy girl

‘Casting JonBenét’ with character auditions instead of facts

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
May 16, 2017

Previews for AP sciences should be required

Alexandra Li
May 12, 2017

FBLA team excels at States conference

Alexandra Li and Victor Liu
April 28, 2017

Student shadow: Going behind City Hall doors as a vice mayor

Alexandra Li
April 25, 2017

Jamba hacks are juice the best

Alexandra Li
April 24, 2017

ASB creates new fundraising event for class offices and commissions

Alexandra Li and Victor Liu
March 23, 2017

Change of peso value prevents Mexican students from visiting SHS

Alexandra Li and Ami Nachiappan
March 23, 2017

Teachers were students once, and most say they didn’t feel nearly the same pressures as today’s teens

Lina Kim and Alexandra Li
March 22, 2017

Robotics: a way of life for the Frances

Stephen Ding and Alexandra Li
February 10, 2017

Anna Ybarra keeps activities office moving

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
February 10, 2017

Quitting activities allows students to pursue different interests

Alexandra Li and Katherine Zhou
February 9, 2017
hoops

New basketball coach aims to improve game attendance, enthusiasm

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
February 5, 2017

Vegans embrace a healthier lifestyle

Cassandra King and Alexandra Li
February 4, 2017

Yearlong projects reach half way mark

Alexandra Li and Roland Shen
February 4, 2017

Teachers to incorporate TV shows in enhancing curriculum

Alexandra Li and Elicia Ye
February 1, 2017
natasha

Senior verbally commits to WashU for softball

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
October 26, 2016

Father of SHS freshman runs for high school district board position

Ethan Ko and Alexandra Li
October 26, 2016

New year, new struggles, good changes

Alexandra Li and Jingyi Wang
October 26, 2016

Safine steps up as interim principal with Robinson on brief leave

Alexandra Li and Navin Tiwary
October 26, 2016

‘The Birth of a Nation’ leaves viewers sickened but impressed

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
October 23, 2016

Part-time service jobs promote independence

Alexandra Li and Ami Nachiappan
October 18, 2016
danceteam

Dance team: veterans look back on four year journey

Caitlin Ju and Alexandra Li
September 26, 2016

Prop 47 not ideal solution for reducing jail overpopulation

Ethan Ko and Alexandra Li
September 22, 2016

Freshman steps up to account for tight Homecoming deadlines

Ava Hooman and Alexandra Li
September 22, 2016

Private schools offer transfer students a new perspective

Alexandra Li and Katherine Zhou
September 18, 2016

The Lazy Dog: a lively restaurant

Alexandra Li
September 13, 2016
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