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Unaware of its lethal effects, Grace, Kathryn and Irene paint their faces with radium to scare their supervisor, Mrs. Macneil.
‘Radium Girls’ featured skilled actors, intriguing artistic choices and admirable characters who fight for justice
December 3, 2024
Seniors Hillary Gonzalez and Claire Zheng present their project with the help of the ASRC Club at the Synopsys Science Fair.
Advanced Science Research Club encourages students to further their learning beyond the classroom
December 2, 2024
On Nov. 18 at the m101, the percussion students rehearse from 5:30-7:30 p.m. under the instruction of percussion director Sean Clark in preparation for their preview concert and the Midwest Clinic.
Percussion group prepares to attend the Midwest Clinic for the first time in school history
December 2, 2024
Six out of ten of California propositions passed.
Seniors vote in Nov. 5 general election
December 2, 2024
The finalized design of the journalism mural.
New student-led journalism mural aims to celebrate free speech and student voice
December 1, 2024
NewJeans members try to fly in to save the day — albeit through a YouTube live — by demanding HYBE Chairman Bang Si-hyuk to reinstate former ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin.
Famous K-pop company HYBE kicks out sublabel CEO for coup allegations
December 2, 2024
Just one more episode…or maybe two
How many seasons are enough for a TV show?
December 2, 2024
The show is a worthy sequel to Wandavision.
‘Agatha All Along’: a show Marvel got right
December 1, 2024
Matt Maltese’s “Driving Just To Drive” album, one of my all time favorites.
5 album recommendations catered to Laufey lovers
November 27, 2024
Actress Naomi Scott playing Skye Riley brings to life a terrifying transformation through subtle changes.
‘Smile 2’ mixes traditional jump scare and psychological horror
November 20, 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 cheer team poses for a photo together at the JAMZ competition on Nov. 9.
Cheer places 4th in first competition of the year and qualifies for nationals
November 29, 2024
The three sports: swimming, soccer and baseball take place at different times in the day
Morning grind, afternoon push or night hustle: Athletes find the perfect workout time
November 29, 2024
Senior soccer player Hillary Gonzalez commits to Wellesley.
Senior soccer player finds academic and athletic balance at Wellesley College
November 27, 2024
With a love for the warm weather in San Diego, Coghlan commits to UCSD and plans to major in molecular and cell biology.
Coghlan commits to Division I rowing at UC San Diego
November 21, 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
Shakespeare’s place in English Curriculums is indisputable
Shakespeare, though challenging, remains an essential component of English curriculum
November 22, 2024
Cigarette packaging should depict frightening images on the front and sides, clearly communicating the consequences of smoking.
Cigarette packaging needs to be more graphic in its dire warnings
November 15, 2024
Journalism labor unions have firmly opposed the bill, calling it a “shakedown.”
‘Undemocratic’ deal reached between Google and California news outlets
November 7, 2024
The perfect activity for Christmas: snuggling up by the fireplace.
How I wish to be a chestnut roasting over the open fire
December 2, 2024
I’ll finally be able to achieve my academic weapon dreams with my ideal schedule.
My ideal schedule — goodbye, 7th-period math.
November 27, 2024
Personally, I really need some noodle slippers.
My 8-year-old self would be sad to see ‘5-Minute Crafts’ go — but I’m not
November 20, 2024
A hearty stew such as a beef bourguignon is perfect for a cold winter day.
Winter break bucket list: cooking galore
November 18, 2024
Don’t hate until you try it.
Top 10: weirdly good food combos that might get you flamed
November 16, 2024

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All content by Christopher Chen

Senior Mag 2023: TikTokers share plans for the evolution of their social media personas

Christopher Chen
July 9, 2023
Reviews for recent games on aggregator site Metacritic.

More often than not, video game reviews miss the mark

Christopher Chen
April 9, 2023
 

Answers to “The Falcon March Crossword”

Christopher Chen
March 26, 2023
‘The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles’ is Fantastic! Faithful! Fun!

‘The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles’ is Fantastic! Faithful! Fun!

Christopher Chen
February 8, 2023
 

Answers to “The Falcon Crossword: Early 2010s web games”

Christopher Chen
February 4, 2023
Sample usage of ChatGPT.

The looming threat of using ChatGPT to cheat on essay assignments is overblown

Christopher Chen
January 31, 2023
For college admissions, the SAT is a necessary evil

For college admissions, the SAT is a necessary evil

Christopher Chen
November 17, 2022
The cheer team practices tumbling in a snaking pattern.

Cheer team takes on conditioning exercises and focuses on new season with new coaches

Sunny Cao and Christopher Chen
September 30, 2022
The newly updated computers in Room 303.

Journalism room updated with new computer lab

Christopher Chen
September 24, 2022
Los Gatos’s stage classroom, with desks and a projector set up.

Brotzman takes on joint-campus course with theater tech

Christopher Chen
September 22, 2022
Image of Putin styled after several online memes.

Memes dilute the severity of the Russia-Ukraine conflict

Christopher Chen
May 28, 2022
Seniors at the front of the stage prepare to take a bow after the show has concluded.

‘Fiddler on the Roof’ overcomes hurdles presented by illnesses

Lena Aribi and Christopher Chen
May 22, 2022
Exploring the ground zero of social media

Exploring the ground zero of social media

Christopher Chen
March 16, 2022
Three seniors applied early decision to Cornell, Northwestern and Boston University. They will be majoring in chemical engineering, musical composition, computer science and applied mathematics, and pediatrics, respectively.

The process of Early Decisions: tips from two STEM-bound seniors

Lynn Dai and Christopher Chen
January 21, 2022
Senior Amarangana Tyagi reaches for the ball, pressing with the player from Wilcox next to her in the Jan. 19 game against Lynbrook.

Sometimes lacking players, girls’ basketball team has early-season struggles

Christopher Chen
January 21, 2022
Yee’s painting 28x22” oil painting, titled “Trapped in Curtains,” depicting a curtain wrapped around a figure seated on a couch.

Junior unwinds through oil painting

Christopher Chen
January 21, 2022
Riot’s ‘Arcane’ delivers a storyline enjoyable for any audience

Riot’s ‘Arcane’ delivers a storyline enjoyable for any audience

Christopher Chen and Jonathan Si
January 18, 2022
Freshman Krishnen Khanna plays Lysander, who has fallen in love with senior Gianna Cagliostro’s character Helena.

In masks but on stage: Drama students put on fall play ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’

Lena Aribi, Christopher Chen, and Stephanie Sun
November 19, 2021
Junior post Mika Tippetts drives in for a floater in a scrimmage against Independence on Nov. 18.

Girls’ basketball starts season with 1-1 record

Christopher Chen and Brian Sheen
November 19, 2021
Photo of Culture of Consent, “wear[ing] white and denim to stand with survivors in solidarity.” 

Culture of Consent’s trigger warning email incites teacher backlash

Christopher Chen and Joann Zhang
November 19, 2021
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Secret Sky digital music festival features creative and flashy sets

Christopher Chen and Jonathan Si
June 5, 2021
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LitRPGs are pretty lit

Christopher Chen
March 7, 2021
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Party pack games provide entertainment during quarantine

Christopher Chen and Minsui Tang
February 8, 2021
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Social studies courses need changes to combat growing ethnic divisions

Christopher Chen and Jonathan Si
January 11, 2021
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Chess gets the recognition it deserves with the help of Twitch streamers and Netflix show ‘The Queen’s Gambit’

Christopher Chen
December 11, 2020
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Breakout rooms have no shortage of issues

Christopher Chen
October 29, 2020
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Decorating has become a chore in ‘Animal Crossing’

Christopher Chen
October 28, 2020
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Shameless transphobes and where to find them

Christopher Chen
October 28, 2020
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Experienced music teacher fills void left in vocal music

Christopher Chen and Oliver Ye
September 1, 2020
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