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There is one MOSAIC lesson remaining in the 2024-25 school year.
MOSAIC wins county-wide award for student impact
March 24, 2025
Sophomore Eric Liang and his VEX team 2041V pose for a photo after winning a competition
The road less traveled: choosing to do robotics outside of the school’s well-known teams
March 22, 2025
Juniors hike along the ocean view at the Año Nuevo State Park on March 13.
AP Environmental Science classes embark on the 14th annual Año Nuevo visit
March 22, 2025
Little by little, the animal rights movement continues to grow in both support and action.
Analysis: Animal rights movement shines light on humanity’s cruelty
March 22, 2025
The district is looking to replace the school’s security cameras, which were installed around campus in places like the corner of the music building as far back as 2016.
New district plans include updated facility rental policies and revamped campus security systems
March 21, 2025
Chowdri ices macaroons at El Chico in Prayaraj, India.
Sophomore pursues patisserie passion as her small business
March 22, 2025
Like thrillers, mathematics and history? Watch “The Imitation Game.”
WWII movie: ‘The Imitation Game’ shines light on a dark time
March 21, 2025
Haworth’s photo of pop artist Chloe George on March 5 of last year became the cover of George’s single “Heart of Glass.”
Junior gains confidence, praise for her concert photography
March 21, 2025
Sophomore Cuttlefish member Maxwell Tham works intently on his Phoenix Unlimbited Hand in order to get certified by e-NABLE.
MSET Cuttlefish expand efforts to help those in need across the globe
March 21, 2025
Timothy Wei presents at a NeurIPS Workshop in Vancouver on Dec. 14, 2024.
Senior gains research experience in wildfire prevention and fall detection
March 19, 2025
Brennan runs with the ball in a lacrosse game last season against Gunn.
Two paths, one team — siblings’ shared support transcends different sports
March 25, 2025
Sophomore Sina Mohtaj-Khorassani warms up before a scrimmage.
Promising freshmen primed boost boys’ tennis team’s chances
March 22, 2025
Iris gets some setter reps while practicing with her dad.
Athletes navigate sports with their fathers on the sideline as coaches
March 21, 2025
Students play girl’s flag football during the 2024 Falcon Puff competition.
Could flag football be a school sport next fall?
March 21, 2025
Swimmers compete at home on Feb. 28 against Lynbrook.
Swim team optimistic for coming season with many new freshmen
March 21, 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
The average tuition and fees for public colleges have decreased, while increase in private college tuition has slowed.
Unlike critics of CollegeBoard suggest, the cost of attending public colleges will likely decrease
March 19, 2025
Students have varying opinions on MOSAIC’s effectiveness — how do we reduce the stigma around the issues it tackles?
Lessons to tackle: MOSAICs can be even more effective with a few tweaks and updates
March 18, 2025
Research shows that optimal learning temperatures lie between 68 and 79 degrees Fahrenheit.
Extreme classroom temperatures swings not conducive to effective learning
March 16, 2025
For nearly three decades, Mr. Tyler’s mugshots have looked so similar, yet so different. The one on the left is from 1996, his first year teaching here; the one on the right is from earlier this year.
Top 10: Tyler yearbook mugshots
March 25, 2025
Products of the business come in different categories such as bird collection, summer special, or custom choice
Sophomore transforms crocheting hobby into a new business in only a year
March 25, 2025
Club officers provide homemade baked goods for members to enjoy.
Brownies, cakes, cupcakes, cookies — what’s not to love about the new baking club?
March 22, 2025
The Falcon’s podium of top 10’s.
Top 10: Top 10’s
March 22, 2025
These Asian snacks are my guilty pleasures.
Weee! Asian snacks are my lifeline when trying to stay productive
March 22, 2025

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The team practicing at the Saratoga Country Club range

Okada, Smith lead senior-dominated golf team into De Anza competition

Ariia Blanco and Melinda Su
March 16, 2025
Team posing for a picture after a win at home.

Girls’ soccer season comes to an end after first CCS game in 3 years

Ariia Blanco and Melinda Su
March 6, 2025
Dictionary definition of the word accomplishment

What’s your biggest accomplishment?

Ariia Blanco and Melinda Su
February 3, 2025
Dr. Philip Fine lecturing at the speaker event

Air quality expert inspires students through an engaging talk

Ariia Blanco and Melinda Su
January 31, 2025
The team poses for a group photo after the victory.

Girls’ soccer defeats Lynbrook, securing first place in El Camino

Ariia Blanco and Melinda Su
January 23, 2025
One of the cards donated.

Showing kindness through art

Ariia Blanco and Melinda Su
December 13, 2024
The girls practicing for their upcoming season

Girls’ soccer starts the pre-season strong: securing two wins and gaining confidence for the upcoming season

Ariia Blanco and Melinda Su
December 12, 2024
Just one more episode…or maybe two

How many seasons are enough for a TV show?

Melinda Su
December 2, 2024
Junior Sahaana Potti has committed to Pepperdine.

Sahaana Potti verbally commits to playing Division I soccer at Pepperdine

Ariia Blanco and Melinda Su
November 1, 2024
Newest season of Outer Banks

Top show ‘Outer Banks’ makes its return with Season 4

Ariia Blanco and Melinda Su
October 28, 2024
Nicole Hao’s winning art piece “Mindspace.”

Junior’s art submission wins gold medal at national art competition

Ariia Blanco and Melinda Su
October 26, 2024
Senior Kaylee Yeung performs in a 2023 Nutcracker production with her dance studio.

A leap of faith: Senior hopes to pursue ballet beyond high school

Ariia Blanco, Melinda Su, and Kathy Wang
September 21, 2024
As one of Disney’s best original films of the 2020s, Encanto continues to break stereotypes.

Disney risks its reputation for innovation with its obsession for sequels

Melinda Su and Medha Sunkara
September 17, 2024
Nicole Hao’s art piece is now displayed in downtown Los Gatos.

Junior artist wins local art competition

Ariia Blanco and Melinda Su
September 7, 2024
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