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95071X Extremity’s robot competes on the playing field during a scrimmage.
VEX Robotics team hosts inter-school scrimmages in preparation for worlds
April 26, 2025
Courtesy of Abhiram Ruthala An infographic describing the implications of different waves captured by the Muse headset, included in a video produced by the group to present their project.
Sophomore explores passion in neuroscience, placing second in California’s 16th Congressional District in prestigious coding competition
April 26, 2025
Courtesy of Dave Rickling Rickling’s stand at De Anza College Farmers’ Market, selling jars of honey and honey sticks alongside other vendors.
Dave’s Backyard Bees: from lockdown hobby to booming business
April 25, 2025
The SHS and RMS Combined Band performs at the 2024 Pancake Breakfast.
SMB prepares for annual Pancake Breakfast
April 25, 2025
Student art being showcased at last year’s Soundings exhibition in the SHS Library.
Soundings’ April 18. Exhibition will feature works from The Wildcat Review
April 17, 2025
The bird flu has led to the culling of 160 million chickens, exacerbating egg shortages.
Local scientists face challenges amid resurgence of bird flu
April 29, 2025
A beautiful and vibrant spring sunset at Shoreline Park.
Enjoy your spring days with farmers’ markets, mini picnics and sunset strolls
April 29, 2025
Using phones before sleep not only harms your eyes, but also delays the time it takes to fall asleep.
Scrolling into insomnia: how electronics rob teens of sleep
April 27, 2025
Strydom’s dabbles in a variety of mediums, including pencil sketches, pen sketches and digital art.
Sophomore’s YouTube Shorts reach thousands of views
April 27, 2025
Courtesy of Portsmouth Events The remake of ‘Snow White’ sparked controversy and mixed reactions ahead of its March 21 release.
Disney’s ‘Snow White’: not the fairest adaptation of them all
April 26, 2025
Students primarily bet on NBA and NFL games, and especially on larger sporting events like the Super Bowl and March Madness.
With few effective guardrails, more teens are engaging in illegal sports gambling
April 29, 2025
The notorious “torpedo bat” has increased mass in the center of the barrel, hence the name.
Controversial torpedo bat makes a splash in MLB
April 27, 2025
Athletic trainer Kevin Attard helps junior football and lacrosse player Jayden Kwong prepare for knee rehabilitation.
New athletic trainer hired after months-long search
April 25, 2025
Bonner instructs swimmers to start the set off the block.
Christian Bonner’s journey from non-swimmer to longtime swimming coach
April 17, 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
Courtesy of Pinterest The ideal Expo marker in a classroom should be fresh and full of ink.
100-word rant: Dried markers, know your place (in the trash)
April 25, 2025
This energy drink is the perfect refreshing drink on a hot summer day.
100-word rave: Energy drinks are just spectacular
April 25, 2025
The issue of modern feminism: Don’t mistake progress for exploitation
The issue of modern feminism: Don’t mistake progress for exploitation
April 20, 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
New York Times’ games can predict my future
New York Times’ games can predict my future
April 26, 2025
The infamous “criss cross chair” from TikTok Shop, ranging from $40-70, has taken over social media feeds.
Is TikTok Shop another marketing trap or actually have legitimate products?
April 17, 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
Volume 57, Issue 6
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April 23, 2025
Volume 57, Issue 5
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April 23, 2025
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April 23, 2025
Volume 57, Issue 3
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April 23, 2025
Volume 57, Issue 2
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Top 10 pickup lines to woo your crush with

Nicole Lu and Sarah Zhou

Top 10 pickup lines to use to get out of the friend zone

Nicole Lu and Sarah Zhou
Night rally and dance to cap off Spring Fling Week

Night rally and dance to cap off Spring Fling Week

Sarah Zhou and Nicole Lu
Class of 2021 alumna Irika Katiyar (middle) poses with her friends at prom in June.

Senior and junior class offices look forward to combined in-person prom

Nicole Lu and Sarah Zhou
Senior Adrian Mar plays a practice match at Bintang Badminton in Campbell.

Senior wins gold in badminton doubles in 2021 U-19 Pan Am Junior Championship

Nicole Lu
Senior Harrison Dance places 13th overall at 2021 CCS Championships

Senior Harrison Dance places 13th overall at 2021 CCS Championships

Vicky Bai and Nicole Lu
Senior Lance Wang looks over his answers for the SAT in the library on Oct. 28.

Seniors take SAT on campus for second straight year

Nicole Lu and Aiden Ye
Juniors Irene Frazier and Maithili Kulkarni cheer on fellow teammate Carolyn Wang at Baylands Park on Sept. 21.

Cross country running with full teams

Vicky Bai and Nicole Lu
Sophomore Sara Bright gains ground against competitors at a recent meet.

Fall sports captain stresses athlete health in light of wildfire season

Nicole Lu
Childhood fascination with Pokémon evokes sentimentality

Childhood fascination with Pokémon evokes sentimentality

Nicole Lu
New activities director Cunningham brings fresh perspective

New activities director Cunningham brings fresh perspective

Nicole Lu
Welander poses next to equipment used in AP physics demonstrations.

AP Physics C students dive into school year with advanced concepts and labs

Sam Bai and Nicole Lu
Guidance counselor Monique Young works in her office.

Guidance counselors transition to in-person senior counseling

Sarah Zhou and Nicole Lu
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Boys’ and girls’ water polo teams aim to end tumultuous season on a memorable note

Nicole Lu, Stephanie Sun, and Martin Xu
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Netflix doc takes aim at college admissions scandal

Kavita Sundaram and Nicole Lu
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One step closer to ‘normal,’ school steps into hybrid mode

Esther Luan and Nicole Lu
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Despite uncertain season, track coaches remain hopeful

Nicole Lu
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Mock trial competes for first time in three years

Nicole Lu
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AP Literature class hosts Shakespeare professor as guest speaker

Anjali Nuggehalli and Nicole Lu

History teachers respond to capitol insurrection, historic current events with discussions

Nicole Lu and Anouk Yeh
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Failure to pass Prop. 18 only harms future voters

Michael Fok and Nicole Lu
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An overview on propositions passed in California this year

Nicole Lu
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Sophomores navigate traditional dance and culture through quarantine challenges

Nicole Lu

New campus supervisor Allan McGurk monitors first group of returning students

Apurva Chakravarthy and Nicole Lu
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New dynamic for students working jobs during quarantine

Nicole Lu and Esther Luan
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Organizers hope for strong teen turnout as Nov. 3 election looms

Nicole Lu
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Shiuan leads music program through challenging times

Nicole Lu
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Students and alumni from LG, SHS team up in light of #MeToo Movement

Nicole Lu and Esther Luan
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With new coach, mock trial prepares to compete for the first time since 2017

Nicole Lu
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In light of the #MeToo Movement, it’s the students who should be driving change

Nicole Lu
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It’s hard to stay motivated when my bed is three feet away

Nicole Lu
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Junior discovers joy through music and dance

Nicole Lu
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Longtime librarian at SHS retires after 12 rewarding years

Nicole Lu

As coronavirus fears break out, xenophobic acts rise

Nicole Lu
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Students pitch in to help fight COVID-19 pandemic

Nicole Lu
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Quarantine schedule locks sophomore in cycle of procrastination

Nicole Lu
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Reporter conducts in-depth Canvas review

Nicole Lu
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Common Roots embraces Sources of Strength on campus

Nicole Lu and Cici Xu
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Warrior Cats: the ultimate dream for young animal-lovers

Nicole Lu

Students pay to volunteer in far away places even as others question whether such trips are worthwhile

Vicky Bai and Nicole Lu

Student entrepreneur looks toward careers in the field

Vicky Bai and Nicole Lu

Track off to an uncertain start

Vicky Bai and Nicole Lu

Female freshman wrestler grapples with self-acceptance

Cici Xu and Nicole Lu

Yang uses photography as an outlet for creativity, education

Nicole Lu
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A major choice: artists at work

Jeanette Zhou and Nicole Lu

Are WWIII memes appropriate?

Bill Yuan and Nicole Lu
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ACE club tutors Chinese students through online meetings

Jonathan Li and Nicole Lu

Teachers deserve more credit for academic success

Nicole Lu

Wrestling team switches regimen to start from scratch, promotes stronger team bonding

Nicole Lu and Cici Xu

Dance, Verma show they belong in state race

Nicole Lu and Cici Xu

Declining popularity of literature generates discussion over influence of media

Vicky Bai and Nicole Lu

Shen Yun — the history behind traditional Chinese arts

Serena Li and Nicole Lu

Dance places first in prestigious Mt. Sac competition

Nicole Lu and Cici Xu
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Freshman chess player named International Master

Preston Fu and Nicole Lu

Girls’ cross country poised to finish the year strong

Nicole Lu and Cici Xu

3 alumnae pursue promising careers in cognitive science

Vicky Bai and Nicole Lu

Sharing and reposting hot-button issues beneficial only to certain extent

Nicole Lu

Promising freshman runners join girls’ cross country, season starts with high hopes

Nicole Lu and Cici Xu

Harder practices encourage boys’ cross country to reach their full potential

Nicole Lu and Cici Xu
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