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School registrar Robert Wise
Registrar Robert Wise retires after nine years at school
June 6, 2024
Kyleen Liao and Naveed Kasnavi are the Class of `24 valedictorian and salutatorian, respectively
Class of ‘24 valedictorian and salutatorian announced
June 4, 2024
Senior Omead Bagherian crowd surfs in the seniors following the popping of the balloons.
Class of ‘24 gets sent off with action-packed rally
May 29, 2024
During the rally on May 15, dozens of teachers carried signs in support of district educators ­— French teacher Elaine Haggerty (left) and Spanish teacher Stephany Marks (right).
Early results show parcel tax headed to narrow victory; teachers continue to campaign for pay raise
May 23, 2024
Seniors Sophia Deng, Cherilyn Hu and Grace Li pose for a selfie together on the deck.
Prom 2024: An evening full of amazing sights and lasting memories
May 22, 2024
Main entrance of Ulavacharu Tiffins
Senior Mag 2024: The best places to go off-campus to at lunch
June 3, 2024
The proud group poses with Ms. Daly next to their feast.
Senior Mag 2024: An APUSH BBQ feast provides a memorable final
June 3, 2024
Current MAP seniors at Universal Studios on the MAP LA trip in junior year
Senior Mag 2024: 2 seniors reflect on what made their MAP experience memorable
May 30, 2024
Shrey and Samik pose together after tennis practice.
From court to commencement: Tennis best friends ace high school together
May 29, 2024
Sleeping peacefully at the age of 4, before the insomnia got too bad.
Senior Mag 2024: I know the cause of my future demise: lack of sleep
May 29, 2024
The 2024 CCS bracket.
Softball falls 7-0 to Capuchino in CCS
May 26, 2024
Junior Aiden Chen winds up for a pitch against Santa Clara on May 9.
Baseball falls short of CCS but builds for the future
May 23, 2024
Sophomore Kelsey Zhang swims the 100-yard Fly at CCS on May 2. 
Star swimmer’s disqualification in 200 IM race puts stirs controversy at CCS
May 21, 2024
Leo Shetler rows at a competition in Boston.
Sports: 2023-2024 notable athlete achievements
May 21, 2024
Junior Sarah Lim prepares to hit a ball in front of her, towards a projector-screen golf simulator.
Technology in Sports: Athletes using  recent advancements to improve their skills
May 21, 2024
The Quiz Bowl team competes at the California Classic on Feb. 17
It’s time to eliminate more ‘ghost clubs’
June 3, 2024
ChatGPT usage has skyrocketed, and with it, false accusations
Accusations of AI cheating can be based on deeply flawed evidence
May 29, 2024
After being drained from studying, state testing provides a recharge.
State testing provides a good break from junior year
May 22, 2024
Trump listens to Doug Burgum, one of the top contenders for his vice president.
Trump’s vice president strategy: Money talks louder than politics 
May 21, 2024
The immense piles of emails we get from the district each week.
Too many district emails muddle the efficiency of communication
May 21, 2024
David Dobrik posing at the Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards.
The verdict on YouTuber David Dobrik’s wacky morning routine: not worth it
June 3, 2024
 A turtleneck constricts a womans neck.
Let’s leave turtlenecks in the past, where they belong
May 30, 2024
The only playlist you’ll ever need.
Top 10: songs to listen to before you die
May 30, 2024
Try it before you judge me…
Try a strange but delectable food combination: Doritos dipped in cupcake frosting
May 29, 2024
Running is a great way to recharge your batteries
Senior Mag 2024: When I can’t focus, I run for the hills
May 29, 2024

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All content by Kelly Xiao

Activities director Marshburn plans to move back to San Antonio when school year ends

Melissa Magner and Kelly Xiao
March 26, 2016

Graduation night amasses funds despite challenges

Oksana Trifonova and Kelly Xiao
March 24, 2016

Science Bowl finishes with high expectations for next year

Kelly Xiao
March 11, 2016

Three seniors honored in Intel Science Talent Search

Kelly Xiao
January 27, 2016

Three seniors honored in Intel Science Talent Search

Kelly Xiao
January 21, 2016

Freshman chess player already a National Master

Kelly Xiao
December 3, 2015

How I tried and failed to wait out hives

Kelly Xiao
November 20, 2015

Science Olympiad team begins preparation for Regionals

Roland Shen and Kelly Xiao
November 12, 2015

‘The Visit’: Creepy grandparent duo provides real thrill

Oksana Trifonova and Kelly Xiao
October 14, 2015

Top ten stages of the all nighter:

Kelly Xiao
October 9, 2015

Profile: Engineering assistant lends experience to classroom

Summer Smith and Kelly Xiao
April 23, 2015

Time management lessons ought to be offered

Kelly Xiao
March 12, 2015

Q/A with Carmine Drohan: Senior’s recovery from anorexia

Deepthi Sampathkumar and Kelly Xiao
March 8, 2015

‘Game of Thrones’ Season 5 trailer promises action, surprises

Oksana Trifonova and Kelly Xiao
March 4, 2015

Athletes discuss college choices

Caitlin Ju and Kelly Xiao
March 3, 2015

English teacher takes one-semester leave of absence

Jenny Qian and Kelly Xiao
January 25, 2015

Former teacher recalls school’s humble origins

Kelly Xiao
January 25, 2015

Heads up! Former student returns as substitute teacher

Gitika Nalwa and Kelly Xiao
January 20, 2015

The Hobbit: Battle of Five Armies comes as a disappointing conclusion

Kelly Xiao
January 20, 2015

Concussions interfere with senior’s field hockey involvement

Kelly Xiao
January 20, 2015

Falling dominoes: the path to homelessness for one couple

Gitika Nalwa and Kelly Xiao
December 4, 2014

English seminars are more ‘traumatic’ than ‘Socratic’

Fiona Sequeira and Kelly Xiao
November 13, 2014

Senior self-publishes book on finance

Kelly Xiao
November 13, 2014

Senior builds on dance passion by choreographing for Homecoming

Kelly Xiao
November 10, 2014

Horror movie experience results in emotional catastrophe

Kelly Xiao
October 14, 2014

Dancer leaves cultural comfort to find passion in modern dance

Trevor Leung and Kelly Xiao
October 12, 2014

Class of ‘84 reunion rekindles relationships

Gitika Nalwa and Kelly Xiao
October 8, 2014

Are you (finally!) done texting?

Kelly Xiao
September 16, 2014

National History Day participants take time to tour capital

Michelle Leung and Kelly Xiao
September 1, 2014

Junior pursues unique trapeze passion

Michelle Leung, Deepthi Sampathkumar, and Kelly Xiao
May 28, 2014

He raped me. His punishment? Next to nothing —what Audrie’s Law aims to fix

Ashley Chen and Kelly Xiao
May 7, 2014

Foreign Volunteering: The ‘exotic’ act of goodness that helps no one

Kelly Xiao
April 2, 2014

Wrestling team faces decrease in team numbers

Michelle Leung and Kelly Xiao
February 12, 2014

JBK speaker misses the point; school’s efforts should go elsewhere

Ashley Chen and Kelly Xiao
February 12, 2014

Test reviews are crucial to learning

Michelle Leung and Kelly Xiao
February 8, 2014

Guidance department looks to help students settle the great debate

Dorrie Tang and Kelly Xiao
January 31, 2014

Tiger Mom’s new book is misunderstood

Ashley Chen and Kelly Xiao
January 23, 2014

Second semester seniors stay focused but relaxed

Carolyn Sun and Kelly Xiao
January 23, 2014

The negative effects of a school culture obsessed with academics

Ashley Chen and Kelly Xiao
December 11, 2013

Counselors encourage students to talk over LGBT concerns

Becky Hoag and Kelly Xiao
December 11, 2013

Sarrami follows in grandfather’s footsteps

Michelle Leung and Kelly Xiao
December 11, 2013
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Cross country beginner follows footsteps of upperclassmen

Kelly Xiao
October 29, 2013

Falcons end season strong

Michelle Leung and Kelly Xiao
October 28, 2013

With practice, sophomore jumps to No. 3 position

Michelle Leung and Kelly Xiao
September 23, 2013

To pledge or not to pledge?

Kelly Xiao and Ashley Chen
September 23, 2013
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