
Debesh Das Sharma, Reporter

Alumni reflect on the benefits of college co-op programs that place them in workplace settings for extended periods
Cooperative employment opportunities offer full-time salaries and valuable experience.

‘Beauty and the Beast’ rally builds hype before prom
The action packed rally on April 4 featured a number of thrilling games along with a performance from the cheer team.

Ljepava returns to head coaching role for track and field
Following the departure of former coaches Ian and Kathy Tippets and Andy Ligeti, new coaches fill in the spots including athletic director Rick Ellis, Amanda Follmar, Dan Cassis and Stanley Sherman coaching sprints, distance, hurdles and throws respectively.

Our top four college basketball teams ahead of March Madness
The highly anticipated collegiate basketball competition kicks off on March 16 with 68 teams competing for the National Championship.

Serendipity: Alumnus finds national success in Mock Trial in his first year
Class of ‘23 alumnus Zach Zinman had the most Outstanding Witness Awards out of any freshman in just his first year doing Mock Trial.

Boys’ basketball team falls to Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory in CCS Division-III quarterfinals
The 87-74 loss marks the third straight year the team’s season has ended in the same playoff round.

MSET’s First Robotics Competition team gears up for upcoming season
The team started field setup in the library on Feb. 9.

Boys’ basketball team suffers first loss but clinches CCS qualification
After a devastating end to an 11-game win streak against Monta Vista, the Falcons fell to a 9-1 but have their eyes set on the league title and a deep CCS run.

In annual tradition, MSET hosts a tournament at school
The FTC teams hosted a competition in the gym, and the FRC team 649 is starting off their exciting new season, Reefscape.

New year, new diet
In 2025, I aim to avoid fast food places that use a lot of ultra-processed ingredients.

Boys’ basketball rallies back from 13-point deficit, securing top spot in El Camino
A strong 22-5 run throughout the 4th quarter helped the Falcons edge the Vikings on Friday night’s 56-50 victory, leaving them as the only 3-0 team left in the league.

Freshman basketball team brought back for the first time since COVID
The Falcons now have three squads for boys thanks to the sport’s popularity.

49ers hobble through losing season
With a slim chance of making the playoffs, only a miracle would put the team back into Super Bowl contention.

My top 10 Christmas movies of all time
Some are worth watching every holiday season.

School ramps up AED count on campus
The district has emphasized its unwavering support for student health through mandating ECG screenings for arrhythmias and the increase in AEDs across the district.

Boys’ water polo: Activating Chadha turns season around
Since the arrival of the star player senior, a transfer from Harker, the Falcons have improved tremendously.

Sophomore photographer’s video edits for football team gain traction on social media
Sophomore David Huan has gained over 900 followers on his Instagram for his coverage.

Matt Stonie, Joey Chestnut and the downfall of professional speed eating
The bizarre but entertaining sport has had its fair share of controversies.

100-word rant: The NFL needs to stop showing Taylor Swift
The NFL’s focus on the mega star during Chiefs games has become a distraction from the sport, overshadowing the actual game.

The first five week of fantasy football: Wild breakout performances and disappointing injuries
The first five weeks were filled with many interesting lessons for fantasy managers, such as the randomness of tight ends and the undervaluing of running backs.

After a heartbreaking Super Bowl loss, the 49ers are ready to move on
In spite of many serious injuries and contract issues plaguing key players, the 49ers remain among top Super Bowl contenders.

End of an era: The Weeknd
Pop icon The Weeknd is set to drop his last album under his stage name.

Promising transfer gives boys’ water polo team newfound hope
After losing key players and their assistant coach, the Falcons are looking to bounce back.

My Top 10 Restaurants In the South Bay
The comprehensive list is based on affordability, portion size and wait time for the best spots in the greater Saratoga area.