Top 10: eye prescriptions
Perfect vision is out — now, we compete to see who can see the least.
Emily Wu, Editor-in-Chief
Senior Mag 2026: Rediscovering our hometown through sidequests
Trying new things together in our final semester has made saying goodbye even harder.
Sunnyvale’s CuanYue Malatang exceeded our expectations
The Chinese chain opened its first South Bay location in January.
Blind, deaf and mute baking challenge ends in tasty success — with minor mishaps
The Falcon’s master chefs attempt the viral challenge.
Paying it forward for the next generation of gymnasts
Two juniors take part-time jobs coaching the sport they love.
Weee! Asian snacks are my lifeline when trying to stay productive
From spicy snacks to crackers to chips, Weee! Has a large variety of quality snacks.
Could flag football be a school sport next fall?
Fifteen girls showed interest in the sport, but commitment levels and impact on other sports are still being evaluated before a final decision is made.
25 students recognized in 2025 Scholastic Art and Writing Awards
Ten students won Scholastic writing awards and 15 won awards for their artworks.
‘Arcane’ Season 2: A pinnacle of animation, but lacking in storytelling
The follow-up to the show's stellar debut combines stunning visuals and ambitious plotlines, but not all twists land.
Passion and performance shine at Poetry Out Loud contest
Two students were selected to represent the school at the county level.
Athletic director outlines the fine line between cheering and trash talking
To build sportsmanship on the high school level, students are advised only to cheer for their own team and not against the opposing team.
Top 10: Icks
Things boys do that they really shouldn’t.
My 2024 Winter Bucket List: I’ll do all the things I’ve wanted to do but never got to
There’s no better way to cope with end-of-semester burnout than do the fun things I don’t get the time to do during school.
California’s legacy admissions ban indicates growing trend toward equal opportunity
Some say the practice has hidden advantages that will be harder to achieve in the new environment.
Music therapy class helps CBI students with self-expression and communication
Every Tuesday, music therapist Rebecca Stephens sings and plays instruments with her students.
Squishmallows: the lovable series that overtook my bed
From being my childhood playthings to teenage companions, my collection of Squishmallows have always brought me comfort and joy.
How are Homecoming performances ranked?
Judges of the quad day performances look for appropriateness, inclusive participation and overall class energy when considering scores for each class.
Facing 11th grade: my new lifestyle for the new year
If I didn't want to be too stressed, I knew sleeping late and procrastinating wasn’t going to cut it anymore.
Season preview: Girls’ water polo tries to stay afloat with only 8 players
There is no JV team this year.
100-word rant: Why are shaded lunch tables so hard to find?
The fight for a shaded lunch table is a daily battle.
Veteran teachers return to the classroom after taking leaves last year
English teacher Amy Keys and science teacher Lisa Cochrum recount their experiences and some insights they gained away from the classroom.
