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Avery, Peter and Tina arrive in the finale scene.
Senior’s honors drama project featured emotional scenes and deeper meaning
February 2, 2025
Students lay on elevated mattresses to get their blood drawn in the library.
Blood Drive returns for the first time since 2018
February 1, 2025
Dr. Philip Fine lecturing at the speaker event
Air quality expert inspires students through an engaging talk
January 31, 2025
Senior Timothy Leung performs “Ways of Talking” by Ha Jin and junior Elizabeth Kline performs “Ozymandias” by Percy Bysshe Shelley.
Passion and performance shine at Poetry Out Loud contest
January 29, 2025
The 2023-24 leadership class poses for a group photo during their trip to Disneyland.
Leadership class to learn leadership the Disney way
January 29, 2025
During his 30 years of work, Young never took a holiday longer than 10 days.
SHS ‘almost-alumnus’ from Class of ‘84 shows there are many pathways to success
February 2, 2025
Science Bowl team preparing for Regionals.
Aiming for gold: Science Bowl team prepares to take on Regionals
February 2, 2025
Jinx makes her entrance in the final act of the season.
‘Arcane’ Season 2: A pinnacle of animation, but lacking in storytelling
February 2, 2025
Clark conducts a piece for the SHS Percussion at the Midwest Clinic.
Master music educator takes percussion talents beyond SHS
February 2, 2025
3D Collectives club hosts an informative booth on printing and CADing at FIRST Tech Challenge robotics team 6165 MSET Cuttlefish’s third annual SMASH event.
3D Collectives club collaborates extends outreach throughout the Bay Area
February 1, 2025
The Gechlik family poses for a photo at the top of a ski slope in 2013.
From the slopes to the track: The Gechliks have been speeding together their whole lives
February 2, 2025
Athletic trainer Caitlin Steiding on senior night of the football season.
Athletic trainer steps down from position to pursue other opportunities; school seeks replacement
February 2, 2025
Arranged left to right, senior captain and center back Hillary Gonzalez leads a strong defense, sophomore attacking midfielder Katie Lu with 11 goals, and junior Keatyn Spendlove with 8 assists.
Girls’ soccer undefeated in El Camino League halfway through season
January 29, 2025
Like Ohio State’s pooping bear stunt, sometimes crowds at high school games turn to condescending cheering.
Athletic director outlines the fine line between cheering and trash talking
January 28, 2025
ESPN commentators and analysts like Stephen A. Smith use AI-powered statistics quickly pulled from games to form opinions on big matchups.
How AI is changing the sports landscape
January 28, 2025
Climate change protests are becoming increasingly irrelevant in mainstream media.
Americans are becoming increasingly desensitized or willfully ignorant to extinction-risking issues
January 31, 2025
College counselor with personal advice for students
Getting a private college counselor was one of the best decisions I’ve made in high school
January 31, 2025
Elon Musk has become increasingly controversial and even less penalized.
Musk’s controversies are more interesting than his plans for the future
January 29, 2025
Senior Nick Okada delivering the Senior class fundraiser cookies.
100-Word Rant: Crumbl’s 1,000-calorie cookies are not to be messed with
January 28, 2025
Administration can often limit the content of what student journalists put out.
Student journalists should be more aware of CA’s education and press laws
January 28, 2025
Dictionary definition of the word accomplishment
What’s your biggest accomplishment?
February 2, 2025
What’s the first song you hear when you turn on the radio in the car?
What’s to love about humdrum love songs?
February 1, 2025
The seniors construct their gingerbread houses.
Seniors demolish juniors with professional architectural skills in holiday gingerbread house challenge
January 31, 2025
Falling down a dark abyss in my dreams
Even Shakespearean tragedies can’t compete with my dramatic dreams
January 31, 2025
The matcha lattes from Maruwu Seicha that inspired it all.
A matcha lover’s guide to local Japanese cafes
January 30, 2025

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All content by Jason Cheng
Balancing between track in the spring and body-building throughout the year was a tough yet worthwhile journey.

Senior Mag 2023: Finding the perfect fit for fitness

Jason Cheng
August 30, 2023
Strategizing alongside Jason Cheng, Ryan Jain battles it out in the midgame against the computer.

Senior Mag 2023: Parking Lot Pawns

Jason Cheng and Atrey Desai
August 30, 2023
High school do’s and don’ts for dummies

High school do’s and don’ts for dummies

Jason Cheng and Hannah Lee
March 15, 2023
Check out these top emerging artists for a musical spring season

Check out these top emerging artists for a musical spring season

Jason Cheng
March 10, 2023
SZA performs on tour in 2017 following the release of “Ctrl.”

SZA saves souls on ‘SOS’

Jason Cheng and Hannah Lee
January 31, 2023
Several clips of frontman Matty Healy from the North American leg of The 1975 tour, “The 1975: At Their Very Best,” have gone viral.

The 1975’s ‘Being Funny in a Foreign Language’ is a love-fueled blend of genres

Jason Cheng and Hannah Lee
January 26, 2023
The gym may seem daunting at first, but lifting can potentially change your life for the better.

How to start lifting

Jason Cheng and Andrew Lin
December 16, 2022
Swift released a total of 20 new songs on her new soundtrack “Midnights.”

‘Midnights’ will keep you wide awake even after the clock strikes 12

Jason Cheng and Hannah Lee
November 7, 2022
Rapper Tory Lanez performs at the 2016 WayHome Music and Arts Festival.

Tory Lanez broadens horizons on ‘Alone at Prom’ despite legal trouble

Jason Cheng and Hannah Lee
November 6, 2022
Supplements such as protein and creatine allow for maximized muscle growth.

An athlete’s guide to eating

Jason Cheng
September 25, 2022
Clairo released her sophomore album, “Sling,” on July 16, 2021.

Clairo experiences musical metamorphosis on sophomore album ‘Sling’

Jason Cheng
May 2, 2022
Ski week is the most overrated break of the school year

February break: the worst time of year

Jason Cheng
February 4, 2022

New Year’s resolutions have lost their meaning

Jason Cheng
February 4, 2022

Getting fit in the best fits

Jason Cheng
February 4, 2022
All or nothing: Valentine’s Day gifts

All or nothing: Valentine’s Day gifts

Jason Cheng
January 30, 2022
Reflecting on my 2021 musical journey

Reflecting on my 2021 musical journey

Jason Cheng
January 23, 2022
Clubs should be allowed to meet during tutorial

Clubs should be allowed to meet during tutorial

Jason Cheng and Preston Fu
December 8, 2021

Clubs switch to Google Classroom for communication

Apurva Chakravarthy and Jason Cheng
November 30, 2021
Bowling isn’t a sport

Bowling isn’t a sport

Jason Cheng
November 18, 2021
Reliving your most embarrassing moments as a teenager

Reliving your most embarrassing moments as a teenager

Jason Cheng
November 17, 2021

Workout jams: The effect of music on exercise

Jason Cheng
November 17, 2021
Thanksgiving sparks images of a warm cabin in the mountains, surrounded by the red, orange and yellow leaves of autumn.

Thanksgiving is the best holiday

Jason Cheng
November 12, 2021
I’ve been in a relationship with Altoids for as long as I can remember.

I’m in love with Altoids

Jason Cheng
November 12, 2021
Spirit Commission will host a Halloween spirit week during the week of Oct. 25.

Leadership hosts daily dress up days and Halloween Bash during week of Oct. 25

Jason Cheng
October 30, 2021
This year’s Winter Formal, themed “City of Stars,” will take place at Gilroy Gardens on Dec. 4.

Formal to be held on Dec. 4 at Gilroy Gardens

Apurva Chakravarthy and Jason Cheng
October 27, 2021

Give students a break — just 5 minutes — in every class

Jason Cheng
October 19, 2021
Professional soccer player Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates a goal by taking off his jersey.

Attempting a professional athlete’s workout

Jason Cheng
October 7, 2021

Ranking candies that I can’t eat

Jason Cheng
October 6, 2021
How in the world does Halloween qualify as a holiday?

How in the world does Halloween qualify as a holiday?

Jason Cheng
October 2, 2021
The main 2021-22 Premier League contenders — Manchester United, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Manchester City — will compete in a potentially historical title race.

Revamped Premier League sparks excitement

Jason Cheng, Atrey Desai, and Vinay Gollamudi
October 2, 2021
Spotify’s hyperpop playlist with 200,000 likes spotlights smaller artists to promote the genre.

Hyperpop: pop music’s new experiment

Jason Cheng
September 30, 2021
Top 5 soccer transfers of the 2021 summer window

Top 5 soccer transfers of the 2021 summer window

Jason Cheng, Atrey Desai, and Vinay Gollamudi
September 8, 2021
Driving to Dallas a day before our flight home, unaware of the the disaster that was about to occur

A turbulent night at the airport

Jason Cheng
September 2, 2021
Playlist

Top 10 song recommendations for the return of school

Jason Cheng
September 1, 2021
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Super League scare raises questions about ownership models in soccer

Jason Cheng, Vinay Gollamudi, and Atrey Desai
May 13, 2021
Textbooks

The perfect plan for finals preparation

Jason Cheng
May 3, 2021
Apps

The top 5 apps that saved me during quarantine

Jason Cheng
April 21, 2021
Albums

Diving into the new wave of R&B

Jason Cheng
April 21, 2021
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Team tackles season amidst safety concerns

Andy Chen and Jason Cheng
March 28, 2021
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Pro athletes inspire students off the court

Jason Cheng and Vinay Gollamudi
March 27, 2021
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Enduring the effects of second-semester syndrome

Jason Cheng
March 18, 2021
Champions League

Playing on the biggest stage in the world behind closed doors

Jason Cheng and Vinay Gollamudi
March 10, 2021
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Fantasy basketball fails to measure up to its football counterpart

Jason Cheng and Vinay Gollamudi
January 16, 2021
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English Premier League: expectations vs. reality

Jason Cheng and Vinay Gollamudi
January 13, 2021
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Spotify Wrapped: a flawed gift

Jason Cheng
January 11, 2021
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Spotify Wrapped’s year-end verdict surprises and delights

Jason Cheng
January 11, 2021
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Music department launches virtual final performance after unprecedented semester of adjustment

Jason Cheng and Hannah Lee
December 11, 2020
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European soccer star’s actions show meaning of giving

Vinay Gollamudi and Jason Cheng
December 9, 2020
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Big soccer clubs attempt to increase power with European Super League proposition

Vinay Gollamudi and Jason Cheng
November 20, 2020
Sunset

Daylight savings is a nightmare

Jason Cheng
November 20, 2020
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Leadership aims to make up for loss of in-person spirit events

Jason Cheng and Vinay Gollamudi
October 22, 2020
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A COVID reality: School focuses on helping students rather than punishing them for mistakes

Jason Cheng and Vinay Gollamudi
October 16, 2020
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Football: Falcons hope to rebuild after losing key players from last year’s team to graduation

Andy Chen and Jason Cheng
October 15, 2020
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A hollow Halloween

Jason Cheng
October 10, 2020
Textbook

Keep online language classes focused on speaking and listening, not grammar and vocabulary

Jason Cheng
October 10, 2020
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The perfect tools and practices to build your ideal online learning environment

Jason Cheng
October 8, 2020
VAR

Video Assistant Referee decreases competitiveness, excitement among pro soccer leagues

Jason Cheng
October 7, 2020
Lofi

How lo-fi became go-to study music

Jason Cheng
October 7, 2020
Fantasy

A new season of fantasy soccer brings uncertainties

Jason Cheng and Vinay Gollamundi
October 4, 2020
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Taking on the heat of cold showers

Jason Cheng
October 1, 2020
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Music program utilizes editing software to replicate ensemble while in online setting

Jason Cheng and Hannah Lee
September 14, 2020
Brother

Isolation turns into an unforgettable bonding experience

Jason Cheng
September 1, 2020
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Jeremy Zucker’s ‘love is not dying’ takes listeners on a rollercoaster of emotions

Jason Cheng
August 27, 2020
Soundcloud

How to be a SoundCloud rapper in five easy steps

Jason Cheng
August 26, 2020
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