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Allied teams 95071X (right) and 1000A (left) celebrate after advancing to grand finals at the U.S. Open National Championship.
VEX Robotics team makes finalists in U.S. Open National Championship
April 10, 2025
Rally commissioners act out a skit inspired by “Beauty and the Beast.”
‘Beauty and the Beast’ rally builds hype before prom
April 10, 2025
Trustee Shawn Mortensen (far left) listens to a presentation at the district office during the school board’s March 11 meeting.
Meet Shawn Mortensen: LGSUHSD’s newest school board trustee
April 5, 2025
The Philharmonic Strings orchestra combined with the Freshman orchestra to play together in the non-competitive category of the conference.
SHS orchestras travel to Atlanta for National Orchestra Festival
April 4, 2025
During the summer of 2026, the music department will be traveling to perform in Japan.
Music department to tour Japan in summer of 2026
April 3, 2025
Cochrum helps a student during tutorial.
Cochrum reflects on educational journey with learning disability
April 5, 2025
An advertisement poster Leung made for the company.
Senior takes on remote social media job in New York
April 5, 2025
Courtesy of Montalvo Arts Center Often rented for weddings, the beautiful grounds of the Montalvo Arts Center is a popular place for hosting social events.
A nearby gem: the Montalvo Arts Center
April 3, 2025
Combining multiple skill-sets fosters collaboration and growth in ceramics class
April 2, 2025
Kinoshita films a fight scene for her college sophomore-year passion project, “The Veil” — her first time as Director of Photography
Stories that matter: Alumna pursues cinematography to inspire through storytelling
April 2, 2025
Ning launches a three against Sacred Heart as his teammates prepare to celebrate.
From 13th man to 3rd team all league — Steven Ning’s basketball journey
April 3, 2025
The beam training area at Gold Star Gymnastics.
Paying it forward for the next generation of gymnasts
March 31, 2025
Bossow wrestles against Bellarmine at Overfelt High on Dec. 6.
Wrestling team shows significant improvement this season
March 27, 2025
Coach Brian Liao talks game strategy with sophomores Andy Lu and Teegan Seid-Pham.
New head badminton coach brings valued guidance for players
March 27, 2025
President Riley Adler demonstrates yoga moves on the March 20 meeting, focused on the benefits of the practice.
Sports Medicine Club strives to teach athletes to be more aware of their body
March 26, 2025
Mangione’s alleged actions were wrong, but the diagnosis of America’s failing health-care system wasn’t
Mangione’s alleged actions were wrong, but the diagnosis of America’s failing health-care system wasn’t
March 31, 2025
Stay safe.
In a dark time, it’s time to know your rights
March 27, 2025
Starting next school year, more students are able to study at MIT without worrying about tuition.
Educational institutions are wise to offer free tuition to low-income families
March 26, 2025
Nationwide voter turnout since 2002, blue is presidential, yellow is midterm
Sagging voter participation puts democracy at risk
March 22, 2025
Cutting the tree of the Department of Education in half.
DOGE’s cuts for educational programs cause instability and loss of research confidence
March 19, 2025
Students gather to eat and talk on the upper deck.
Prom 2025: A grape evening at the Mountain Winery
April 6, 2025
Courtesy of Imgflip If you’re going to stop reading this story right here, this meme sums up my entire high school experience (I been chilling with boba but it’s close enough). Seriously, though, John Cena’s Chinese is elite.
My high school life in memes
April 5, 2025
Courtesy of Neha Sharan Students compete in a co-ed tournament held at the India Community Center in Milpitas.
A sophomore’s gambit: encouraging more girls to take up chess
April 4, 2025
Top 10 celebrity baby names over the years
April 3, 2025
Students take a test in Mrs. Marks’ Spanish 3 class.
Spanish teacher Stephanie Marks connects language learning to current events
April 2, 2025
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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

Graduation night amasses funds despite challenges

Oksana Trifonova and Kelly Xiao

Science Bowl finishes with high expectations for next year

Kelly Xiao

Three seniors honored in Intel Science Talent Search

Kelly Xiao

Three seniors honored in Intel Science Talent Search

Kelly Xiao

Freshman chess player already a National Master

Kelly Xiao

How I tried and failed to wait out hives

Kelly Xiao

Science Olympiad team begins preparation for Regionals

Roland Shen and Kelly Xiao

‘The Visit’: Creepy grandparent duo provides real thrill

Oksana Trifonova and Kelly Xiao

Top ten stages of the all nighter:

Kelly Xiao

Profile: Engineering assistant lends experience to classroom

Summer Smith and Kelly Xiao

Time management lessons ought to be offered

Kelly Xiao

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

Deepthi Sampathkumar and Kelly Xiao

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

Oksana Trifonova and Kelly Xiao

Athletes discuss college choices

Caitlin Ju and Kelly Xiao

English teacher takes one-semester leave of absence

Jenny Qian and Kelly Xiao

Former teacher recalls school’s humble origins

Kelly Xiao

Heads up! Former student returns as substitute teacher

Gitika Nalwa and Kelly Xiao

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

Kelly Xiao

Concussions interfere with senior’s field hockey involvement

Kelly Xiao

Falling dominoes: the path to homelessness for one couple

Gitika Nalwa and Kelly Xiao

English seminars are more ‘traumatic’ than ‘Socratic’

Fiona Sequeira and Kelly Xiao

Senior self-publishes book on finance

Kelly Xiao

Senior builds on dance passion by choreographing for Homecoming

Kelly Xiao

Horror movie experience results in emotional catastrophe

Kelly Xiao

Dancer leaves cultural comfort to find passion in modern dance

Trevor Leung and Kelly Xiao

Class of ‘84 reunion rekindles relationships

Gitika Nalwa and Kelly Xiao

Are you (finally!) done texting?

Kelly Xiao

National History Day participants take time to tour capital

Michelle Leung and Kelly Xiao

Junior pursues unique trapeze passion

Michelle Leung, Deepthi Sampathkumar, and Kelly Xiao

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

Ashley Chen and Kelly Xiao

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

Kelly Xiao

Wrestling team faces decrease in team numbers

Michelle Leung and Kelly Xiao

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

Ashley Chen and Kelly Xiao

Test reviews are crucial to learning

Michelle Leung and Kelly Xiao

Guidance department looks to help students settle the great debate

Dorrie Tang and Kelly Xiao

Tiger Mom’s new book is misunderstood

Ashley Chen and Kelly Xiao

Second semester seniors stay focused but relaxed

Carolyn Sun and Kelly Xiao

The negative effects of a school culture obsessed with academics

Ashley Chen and Kelly Xiao

Counselors encourage students to talk over LGBT concerns

Becky Hoag and Kelly Xiao

Sarrami follows in grandfather’s footsteps

Michelle Leung and Kelly Xiao
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Cross country beginner follows footsteps of upperclassmen

Kelly Xiao

Falcons end season strong

Michelle Leung and Kelly Xiao

With practice, sophomore jumps to No. 3 position

Michelle Leung and Kelly Xiao

To pledge or not to pledge?

Kelly Xiao and Ashley Chen
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