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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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Vedant Sinha

Vedant Sinha, Reporter

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Senior captain Dylan Sordello runs the 3,200-meter event at the tri-meet on March 13.

Track and field athletes see positives in the first meet

Vedant Sinha
March 16, 2025
Team pictures of each of the four winter sports teams, girls’ basketball, girls’ soccer, boys’ basketball and boys’ soccer.

This winter marks historic seasons for both basketball and soccer

Vedant Sinha
March 2, 2025
The common settings that SHS students use as third places.

From relaxing natural spots to quiet library corners: how having a so-called third place can relieve stress and boost productivity

Adarsh Peruvemba and Vedant Sinha
February 27, 2025
Dan Wallace’s senior year yearbook photo (2005).

Special Education teacher Dan Wallace brings lessons learned from his own educational path to the classroom

Vedant Sinha
February 7, 2025
Athletic trainer Caitlin Steiding on senior night of the football season.

Athletic trainer steps down from position to pursue other opportunities; school seeks replacement

Vedant Sinha
February 2, 2025
Silicon Valley Soccer U17 Player Langdon Huynh dribbling to goal.

Soccer players weigh competing for at MLS Next or their high school

Vedant Sinha
January 25, 2025
The team poses for a picture on Jan. 16 after a home victory against MacDonald.

Boys’ soccer defeats MacDonald, marks three-game win streak

Linh Do and Vedant Sinha
January 18, 2025
The three best dishes we ordered at Ippudo: Akashu Modern, Chicken Karaage, and Pork Buns

Our visit to Ippudo: A cozy experience with tastes beyond ramen

Linh Do and Vedant Sinha
January 18, 2025
Senior Daniel Jadali shooting a freethrow

For Falcon players, basketball is a year-round commitment

Vedant Sinha
December 13, 2024
Longtime fan Sameera Kapur at a San Jose Sharks game

Super fan supports Sharks despite hockey team’s cellar-dwelling ways

Vedant Sinha
December 2, 2024
Receiver Sawyer Chao driving through Gunn’s defense.

Injury-plagued Falcons limp to the end of season with three losses

Linh Do and Vedant Sinha
November 11, 2024
A Fantasy Premier League squad’s performance on game week 5

Sophomores find fantasy leagues make professional sports more entertaining to watch

Linh Do and Vedant Sinha
October 28, 2024
Seniors share their advice to thrive in high school.

Seniors urge having realistic time commitments and genuine interests

Vedant Sinha
October 27, 2024
Falcons lineup in front of the endzone preparing to rush forward for another touchdown.

Football boasts 49-0 Homecoming win over Lynbrook, maintains undefeated record

Linh Do and Vedant Sinha
October 21, 2024
Freshmen Delsin Dizoglio and Kaylee Ren play physical tic-tac-toe in period 6 P.E.

New mandatory P.E. rule for freshmen goes into effect

Vedant Sinha and Rohit Thomas
September 29, 2024
“A Dark Future” currently holds three titles: Lift-off Global Network Sessions Official Selection, Official Winners of the One Earth Film Festival Young Filmmakers Contest and Regeneration International Youth Film Selection.

MAP grade 11 project “A Dark Future” wins International Environmental Film Award

Vedant Sinha
September 29, 2024
The Falcons huddle before their first scrimmage of the season against Evergreen on Sept. 5th.

Football team sees hard work pay off as a dominant 42-7 win against the Pioneers places them 2-0 in league

Linh Do and Vedant Sinha
September 29, 2024
The Falcons take a brief water break to regroup and prepare to return to the field.

Football secures 30-7 win against El Camino in first league game

Linh Do and Vedant Sinha
September 8, 2024
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