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Students in the marching band and color guard perform their show “The Show Must Go On” at the Oct. 26 Cupertino Tournament of Bands.
Marching band takes fourth place at Cupertino High competition
November 4, 2024
A child presses on the button, triggering the smasher.
Robotics hosts its 3rd annual SMASH event, fueling Halloween excitement and offering new activities
November 3, 2024
Sophomore quarterback Anson Hulme dresses up as his coach Archie Ljepava, capturing his signature baseball cap, glasses and beard.
Annual Halloween parade showcases clever costumes, tributes to staff and friendship groups
November 3, 2024
Seniors Angie Chen, Sydney Li, Anisa Taymuree and Homecoming DJ, D-Flo, pose for a photo in front of the newly decorated student center.
Almost 400 attend Homecoming dance in the quad
October 31, 2024
Seniors Keion Ashjaee-Marshall and Tevita Pahulu practice taping wrist injuries.
Sports Medicine elective returns
October 30, 2024
Highlights of freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors dances during Homecoming week from Oct. 14-19.
Behind the scenes: Meet the choreographers who brought the Homecoming dance to life
November 2, 2024
Students gather around the table at the top of the quad steps during the voter registration drive on Sept. 25.
Revived Democracy Matters club kicks off the school year with successful election events
October 30, 2024
Out of the five chemical showers in the science hall, this chemical shower lies outside chemistry teacher Kathy Nakamatsu’s classroom.
Chemical showers act as essential safeguards in science wing
October 30, 2024
Show Peppa Pig — a childhood idol — some respect
Show Peppa Pig — a childhood idol — some respect
October 28, 2024
An aesthetically pleasing Notion template which I customized to help prioritize my everyday tasks.
YouTuber Nicole Laeno supports productivity for her fan base
October 28, 2024
Junior Sahaana Potti has committed to Pepperdine.
Sahaana Potti verbally commits to playing Division I soccer at Pepperdine
November 1, 2024
A Fantasy Premier League squad’s performance on game week 5
Sophomores find fantasy leagues make professional sports more entertaining to watch
October 28, 2024
Senior Sarah Lim practices her swing at the Saratoga Country Club range.
Star golfer Sarah Lim cards all-time low score in recent home match vs. Gunn
October 28, 2024
Junior Jack Dong jumps over a hay bale at the Artichoke Invitational at Half Moon Bay High School on Oct. 5.
Cross country teams successful in League meets and prepare for finals
October 27, 2024
Varsity volleyball coach Lori Gragnola in a huddle with the boys’ team.
Lori Gragnola: elementary school PE teacher by day, volleyball coach by night
October 25, 2024
Test dates make or break our vacation
The bliss and benefits of having tests before breaks
October 31, 2024
Here’s why you should vote against Prop 34.
Prop 34’s devious methods target non-profits
October 30, 2024
Please let me understand my mistakes.
100-word rant: Let me use the answer key to check my work
October 28, 2024
An assortment of differently colored onions — all of which taste terrible.
A 200-word perspective on the terrible taste of onions
October 28, 2024
New California bills protect child influencers’ earnings acquired from likes and engagement on their page.
California needs to take stronger action to protect child influencers
October 28, 2024
The seating chart is often like a game of Russian Roulette, you either sit next to your best friend or next to your ex.
Top 10: Reasons to request a seat change
November 5, 2024
The warmth of the holiday season can come from a variety of foods other than meaty dishes.
Vegetarian alternatives to staple Thanksgiving foods
October 31, 2024
We went to Costco to review their Halloween selections and were immediately drawn to this adorable squishmallow.
Costco’s Halloween essentials: our recommendations
October 30, 2024
My initial fervor started to decline in June, as my stress levels went down, and my days began to become very standardized.
New year, new me?: My journey through journaling
October 30, 2024
You dare argue that cats are better than dogs? My dog Tuffy is 100 times more playful than any cat ever!
Top 10: things that should be illegal
October 28, 2024

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