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A view of the Palisades fire from the seventh floor of Class of ‘24 Brielle Wong’s UCLA dormitory.
LA fires prompt alumni attending UCLA to return home at start of quarter
January 17, 2025
Donald Trump will be sworn in for his second four-year term in office on Jan. 20, 2025.
What will the next four years look like under a Trump presidency?
January 17, 2025
Jason Shiuan will be honored with the award at CASMEC on Jan. 16.
Music director named band educator of the year in California
January 15, 2025
Sophomore Lauren Song performs as Clara in Los Gatos Ballet’s production of “The Nutcracker.”
Dancers perform in ‘The Nutcracker’ with the Los Gatos Ballet
December 18, 2024
Casavant’s frequent drop-ins on water polo games and practices brought energy to the team.
In supporting student athletes, staff members make important connections
December 15, 2024
Taka (Scar) falls in love with Sarabi, the lioness who accidentally causes his villain arc.
‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ offers a fulfilling backstory for the classic Disney movie
January 21, 2025
Sisters Richa Moorjani and Sheherazaad are both pursuing careers in the entertainment industry.
Sister alumni navigate complex world of Hollywood and the entertainment industry
January 9, 2025
Playing Grace Fryer and Tom Kreider respectively, senior Kat Aldrete and junior Larry O’Brien star in the SHS ‘Radium Girls’ fall play.
Senior Kat Aldrete shines as lead role in ‘Radium Girls’
December 14, 2024
A perfect sparkly Christmas decoration to get you in the festive mood.
Top 10: Christmas Decorations
December 13, 2024
There are various ways to approach studying math competitions such as the AMC.
Students prepare for math competitions with various methods and mediums
December 13, 2024
Mrs. Hasegawa, a predicted winner, is a well-known champion weightlifter (in our hearts).
What’s the strongest department on campus (physically)?
January 21, 2025
The team poses for a picture on Jan. 16 after a home victory against MacDonald.
Boys’ soccer defeats MacDonald, marks three-game win streak
January 18, 2025
Crowd arises in ovation for Falcons’ impressive comeback
Boys’ basketball rallies back from 13-point deficit, securing top spot in El Camino
January 17, 2025
The boys basketball team poses after their game with American High School on Dec. 7.
Boys’ basketball secures second place at James Lick Invitational despite key injuries
December 14, 2024
Free throw attempt from the team's recent scrimmage against Wilcox on Dec. 7.
Freshman basketball team brought back for the first time since COVID
December 13, 2024
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The weaponization of the presidential pardon ought to end
January 13, 2025
In a capitalist world, informed journalism takes second priority.
Billionaires should step back from publications they own
January 12, 2025
Acting Superintendent Heath Rocha is looking towards a year of cooperation.
Staff editorial: Acting Superintendent Heath Rocha is the right choice to lead the district out of recent turmoil
January 11, 2025
The logo of the Better Canvas extension for students to download.
100-word rave: “Better Canvas” is just better
December 13, 2024
Red lights are often run at the intersection of Highway 85 and Saratoga Avenue.
Saratoga drivers: Simmer down and use more caution, please
December 13, 2024
Papa’s Scooperia is more than the embrace of American consumerism — it’s the perfect pastime.
Games to play when you’re mentally depleted, as the Speech and Debate team frequently is
January 21, 2025
The three best dishes we ordered at Ippudo: Akashu Modern, Chicken Karaage, and Pork Buns
Our visit to Ippudo: A cozy experience with tastes beyond ramen
January 17, 2025
If all of our icks culminated into one man, this is what he would look like.
Top 10: Icks
January 17, 2025
Piling on ten layers of clothing is not a comfortable experience.
Skiing? s-NO-w thank you.
January 15, 2025
The three bears often travel, stacked on top of each other.
‘We Bear Bears’ are still the bear-y best trio
January 12, 2025

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All content by Amy Jan

Spring fling week full of festivities

Amy Jan, Jay Mulye, and Sanj Nalwa
April 3, 2013

Girls’ lacrosse implements team unity to build on recent wins

Jade Bisht and Amy Jan
April 3, 2013

Senior class hosts Buffalo Wild Wings fundraiser

Amy Jan
February 4, 2013

Girls’ lacrosse slings into new season

Jade Bisht and Amy Jan
February 2, 2013

Racquet sport players say self-calling and stacking lead to cheating

Amy Jan
February 2, 2013

Drama prepares for ‘Thoroughly Modern Millie’ musical

Jay Mulye and Amy Jan
December 16, 2012

Instagram — an instant addiction

Amy Jan and Carolyn Sun
December 6, 2012

Prospect SAT delayed by fire alarm

Sophie Mattson and Amy Jan
November 8, 2012

Girls’ Tennis: Senior day ends in loss against Monta Vista

Amy Jan
November 8, 2012

‘Tetralogy’ is the theme for this year’s Homecoming celebration

Amy Jan and Brandon Judoprasetijo
September 26, 2012

Nikki Bedekar recounts her tennis experience

Amy Jan
September 26, 2012

Cafeteria price increases

Amy Jan
September 26, 2012
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Classroom stories: A ‘heated’ day in physics

Amy Jan
September 16, 2012

Seniors enjoy unforgettable moments at prom

Amy Jan and Jonathan Young
May 24, 2012
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Teachers’ recollections of Karen Hyde

Amy Jan
May 22, 2012

Molie Antoinette takes the cake

Amy Jan and Jonathan Young
May 1, 2012
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Math teacher found past office jobs too routine for lifestyle

Amy Jan
March 15, 2012

Tumblring the day away

Amy Jan
February 8, 2012

Math teacher bikes out on the road

Amy Jan
January 12, 2012
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Girls’ tennis places second at NorCals and CCS; Monta Vista edges out Falcons twice

Amy Jan and Karen Sung
November 21, 2011

Kelly Leslie: A girl’s passion for ice hockey

Amy Jan
November 15, 2011

Speech therapist brings word to the unheard

Amy Jan
November 13, 2011

Buzz: Spoon-wielding assassins ‘kill’ for prize money

Amy Jan
October 18, 2011

Girls’ Tennis: Second the best

Amy Jan and Karen Sung
October 14, 2011

Can you….pay for your food with pennies?

Lillian Chen and Amy Jan
October 6, 2011

Students work to surmount scheduling struggles on a more crowded campus

Allison Chang, Amy Jan, Kelly Liu, and Akshara Sekar
September 9, 2011

Increasing flow of freshmen

Amy Jan and Vivien Lu
September 9, 2011

”Transformers” should have been kept in the dark of the moon

Amy Jan
September 4, 2011

Badminton: Star athletes shine at CCS

Amy Jan and Brandon Judoprasetijo
June 3, 2011

School spirit in the past and present

Amy Jan
May 25, 2011

A record for AP tests being taken

Albert Gu and Amy Jan
April 26, 2011

A record for AP tests being taken

Albert Gu and Amy Jan
April 26, 2011

Preparing to be a star: Senior Jae Lee has grown as an actor and a person during his time in drama

Amy Jan
April 16, 2011

Aeries makes six-week grading periods unnecessary

Cecilia Hollenhorst and Amy Jan
April 6, 2011

Senior helps friends cut back on hair costs

Amy Jan and Vivien Lu
February 23, 2011

LINKed together over cookies

Will Edman and Amy Jan
January 7, 2011

Students gather to discuss going green on campus

Amy Jan
January 6, 2011

Girls’ volleyball team celebrates its seniors

Amy Jan
November 11, 2010
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App makes access to online database easier

Amy Jan
November 7, 2010

Girls’ volleyball: Team well on its way to success

Amy Jan and Aashna Mukerji
October 6, 2010

Girls’ volleyball: team optimistic despite loss of pivotal players

Aashna Mukerji and Amy Jan
September 24, 2010
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