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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
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
AP Physics teachers Tom Casavant and Matthew Welander discuss a change in their upcoming lesson plans.
Class-alike teachers collaborate to improve and standardize student experiences
December 13, 2024
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
Senior Daniel Jadali shooting a freethrow
For Falcon players, basketball is a year-round commitment
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
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
We tasted and reviewed the arrangement of six Thanksgiving pies.
Are Crumbl’s holiday desserts worth the hype?
January 12, 2025

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Senior takes first steps into modeling

Harshini Ramaswamy and Ashley Su
April 3, 2018

Student designers experiment with making clothes for Benefit Fashion show

Harshini Ramaswamy and Ashley Su
February 8, 2018

Stereotype debunked: No, I do not eat curry every day

Harshini Ramaswamy
January 25, 2018

Why schools need to expand their consent curriculum

Harshini Ramaswamy
December 11, 2017

Charlottesville native reflects on tragedy

Harshini Ramaswamy
September 27, 2017
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Alumna hopes to play softball for Greece in 2020 Olympics

Harshini Ramaswamy
September 20, 2017

Pro-life? More like pro-birth and not caring what comes after

Harshini Ramaswamy
May 25, 2017

Why the legalization of recreational marijuana is a positive

Harshini Ramaswamy
April 28, 2017
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Davey steps down as varsity basketball coach after more than two decades

Harshini Ramaswamy
March 28, 2017

When basketball becomes a way of life

Harshini Ramaswamy
March 18, 2017

Girl’s Basketball: Falcons struggle to push through illnesses during season

Julia Miller and Harshini Ramaswamy
February 13, 2017

Competitive student-athletes forced to give up training after concussions

Harshini Ramaswamy, Sherrie Shen, and Amy Tang
January 30, 2017

Junior expresses herself through makeup

Harshini Ramaswamy
January 24, 2017
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Formal to be held at San Jose Country Club

Harshini Ramaswamy
November 28, 2016

Girls’ basketball: New players step up to replace last year’s stars

Harshini Ramaswamy and Julia Miller
November 25, 2016

JV basketball coach finds positivity as he recovers from surgery

Harshini Ramaswamy and Kitty Huang
November 20, 2016

Girls’ volleyball: League champs end season in semifinals

Kitty Huang and Harshini Ramaswamy
November 20, 2016

If you like ‘Game of Thrones,’ then watch …

Harshini Ramaswamy
November 18, 2016

Short in real life, but a giant on the court

Harshini Ramaswamy
November 1, 2016

Girls’ volleyball: Falcons eye first-place finish in El Camino League

Kitty Huang and Harshini Ramaswamy
October 17, 2016
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A day in the life of guidance counselor Eileen Allen

Harshini Ramaswamy
October 13, 2016

Teachers transition back in from maternity leave

Harshini Ramaswamy and Jay Kim
October 13, 2016

PRO: Using entertainment platforms for political advocacy generates awareness

Harshini Ramaswamy
October 11, 2016

Girls’ volleyball: Falcons hope to soar in less competitive league

Kitty Huang and Harshini Ramaswamy
September 9, 2016
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Rally commission to hold five rallies this school year

Harshini Ramaswamy
September 8, 2016

Falcons travel abroad despite recent terrorist attacks

Elizabeth Lee and Harshini Ramaswamy
September 8, 2016

Unfriendly environments are created by just a few words

Harshini Ramaswamy
April 27, 2016

Students set to ‘Seas the Night’ at Senior Prom

Harshini Ramaswamy
April 26, 2016

April 22, 2016

Navin Tiwary and Harshini Ramaswamy
April 22, 2016

Girls’ lacrosse starts off league on a high note

Harshini Ramaswamy and Shazia Gupta
April 14, 2016

Q&A: Student stars reflect on fame

Caitlin Ju and Harshini Ramaswamy
March 24, 2016

Janitor John Sequeira retiring after a decade as beloved custodian

Harshini Ramaswamy and Fiona Sequeira
March 23, 2016

Girls’ basketball to begin CCS

Claire Chou and Harshini Ramaswamy
February 23, 2016

Girls’ lacrosse: Falcons using year to rebuild a new

Harshini Ramaswamy and Shazia Gupta
February 9, 2016

MAP speaker series highlights how media professionals achieve success

Harshini Ramaswamy
October 22, 2015

Teacher recounts biking adventures

Harshini Ramaswamy
October 19, 2015

Junior finds her niche in Crew

Harshini Ramaswamy and Navin Tiwary
September 22, 2015

Indian dance team resumes third season

Arjun Ramanathan and Harshini Ramaswamy
September 17, 2015

BBQ and movie night kick off new school year

Olivia Lu and Harshini Ramaswamy
September 3, 2015
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