Cooking contest: Inexperienced cooks clash in making the better Hainan and Teriyaki Chicken
By the end of the challenge, we all left with strong motivation to improve our cooking skills.
Linh Do, Sports Editor
Boys’ lacrosse looks to bounce back after loss of key seniors
The returning players will have to fill in big shoes to teach underclassmen the basics of the sport.
Climbing the Olympiad mountain one test at a time
Across campus and across subjects, students take a variety of high-level academic competitions each year, with many placing highly among thousands of competitors nationwide.
ASB candidates work to advertise themselves ahead of election
The seven students running for positions have spent weeks designing posters and Instagram posts to give themselves the best chance for election.
‘Sean Combs: The Reckoning’ uncovers disturbing evidence of the singer’s crimes
The four-episode series goes in-depth on specific lawsuits and interviews with people formerly involved with Combs.
Boys’ soccer: Falcons beat Wilcox on winger Aarush Gandluru’s last-minute winner
The win was their first league victory.
Freshman’s lifelong passion for soccer earns him a rare starting spot on varsity
Ayush Hotha’s 6'4 height and experience have made him a key player.
Senior class faces lower participation for Bombay in the Bay
Though senior class turnout is lower than previous years, early preparations made by officers give the performers high hopes for this year’s show.
Boys’ basketball opens season with wins against Los Altos and Cupertino
Important individual performances from Aidan Liu and Cole Sheehy led the team.
Technology Student Association strengthens participation through national competitions
TSA’s solid foundation of membership stems from their large variety of topics to explore.
Boys’ soccer kicks off preseason with landslide victory
Under head coach Conor McGoldrick, the Falcons blanked Oak Grove 6-0.
An ocean of differences
Moving across the Pacific, junior Tyler Wooldridge encountered difficulties in his move from Hong Kong two years ago.
New Vons Chicken excels with extraordinary service and delicious food
The waiters did not waste any time to help us get seated, serve our food and even assisted us with cleaning up.
Why Japan travel is exploding: devalued yen, new flights and pop culture
The music department prepares for their once-in-a-lifetime trip as currency shifts, new crowd-management policies and convenience now align to make Japan a practical destination for all.
Summer school trend: District offers new prep course for math placement test
Continuing a trend, the number of those attending online classes was double the number of in-person participants.
Students look to give back to the community on Giving Day
On Sept. 6, students volunteered across campus to refresh and upgrade the campus.
Student athletes navigate a long rehabilitation process after injuries
Students speak about the difficulties of the recovery process.
A cool bite for the summer: sushi and soft serve at Main Street Cupertino
With summer coming up, Kura Sushi and Somisomi offer cool, flavorful lunch and dessert.
Netflix hit series goes inside the minds of teenagers
“Adolescence” covers how bullying in a British high school eventually led to the murder of a teenage girl.
ICE raids around the Bay Area break up families and instill fear
An anonymous student’s experience protesting against ICE raids demonstrates the suffering that immigrant families across the country are going through.
Christian Bonner’s journey from non-swimmer to longtime swimming coach
Bonner, who coaches the varsity swim team, has shaped students’ in and out of the pool.
Spanish teacher Stephanie Marks connects language learning to current events
Marks’ Spanish 3 and 4 Honors classes spend their days learning not only the Spanish language, but also the Spanish culture and current events.
Why I fell for Drake and PARTYNEXTDOOR’s collaboration
The heavily awaited album, released on Valentine’s Day, combines hip-hop and R&B songs to set a high bar for upcoming releases.
What makes futsal the kicker for soccer players?
Players who play high school and club soccer say futsal helped them improve their performance in games.
‘Squid Game 2’: Promising season falls short
The second season lacks closure but sets up a third season that is sure to draw millions of viewers.
A sweet Valentine’s escape at Hui Lau Shan
Ranging from drinks to mochi desserts, the chain’s countless mango-themed desserts had irresistible appeal.
Boys’ soccer defeats MacDonald, marks three-game win streak
After moving up to first place in the El Camino league, the Falcons have a chance to qualify for CCS for the first time since the 2017-18 season.
Our visit to Ippudo: A cozy experience with tastes beyond ramen
If you’re a fan of crispy Japanese fried chicken, mouthwatering ramen and soft steamed buns, try Ippudo.
Father and son Sheehys ride it out in one school
Jerry and Cole Sheehy enjoy going to the same school and playing basketball together.
Reputation of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs plunges amid growing scandal
The music mogul has been convicted of several different cases of human trafficking and was incarcerated on Sept. 16.
Morning grind, afternoon push or night hustle: Athletes find the perfect workout time
Students share their experience of having practices for their sports and activities at opposite times of the day.
Injury-plagued Falcons limp to the end of season with three losses
In their last home game vs. Gunn, Saratoga’s defense put up a solid performance, conceding only two touchdowns during their senior night, while their offense struggled to score touchdowns.
Sports Medicine elective returns
The class provides an interactive opportunity for students to learn about common athletic ailments.
Sophomores find fantasy leagues make professional sports more entertaining to watch
SHS students continue traditional fantasy leagues against each other to avoid humiliating punishments.
Football boasts 49-0 Homecoming win over Lynbrook, maintains undefeated record
Their first half performance was so successful that head coach Archie Ljepava let the freshmen and sophomores take most of the field time in the second half.
Football team sees hard work pay off as a dominant 42-7 win against the Pioneers places them 2-0 in league
Despite not gaining enough sign-ups to maintain both a JV and a varsity team, the Falcons have achieved positive results with their new head coach.
Football secures 30-7 win against El Camino in first league game
The Falcons displayed a dominant performance against the Colts, with players putting on a show for the home crowd.