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School registrar Robert Wise
Registrar Robert Wise retires after nine years at school
June 6, 2024
Kyleen Liao and Naveed Kasnavi are the Class of `24 valedictorian and salutatorian, respectively
Class of ‘24 valedictorian and salutatorian announced
June 4, 2024
Senior Omead Bagherian crowd surfs in the seniors following the popping of the balloons.
Class of ‘24 gets sent off with action-packed rally
May 29, 2024
During the rally on May 15, dozens of teachers carried signs in support of district educators ­— French teacher Elaine Haggerty (left) and Spanish teacher Stephany Marks (right).
Early results show parcel tax headed to narrow victory; teachers continue to campaign for pay raise
May 23, 2024
Seniors Sophia Deng, Cherilyn Hu and Grace Li pose for a selfie together on the deck.
Prom 2024: An evening full of amazing sights and lasting memories
May 22, 2024
Main entrance of Ulavacharu Tiffins
Senior Mag 2024: The best places to go off-campus to at lunch
June 3, 2024
The proud group poses with Ms. Daly next to their feast.
Senior Mag 2024: An APUSH BBQ feast provides a memorable final
June 3, 2024
Current MAP seniors at Universal Studios on the MAP LA trip in junior year
Senior Mag 2024: 2 seniors reflect on what made their MAP experience memorable
May 30, 2024
Shrey and Samik pose together after tennis practice.
From court to commencement: Tennis best friends ace high school together
May 29, 2024
Sleeping peacefully at the age of 4, before the insomnia got too bad.
Senior Mag 2024: I know the cause of my future demise: lack of sleep
May 29, 2024
The 2024 CCS bracket.
Softball falls 7-0 to Capuchino in CCS
May 26, 2024
Junior Aiden Chen winds up for a pitch against Santa Clara on May 9.
Baseball falls short of CCS but builds for the future
May 23, 2024
Sophomore Kelsey Zhang swims the 100-yard Fly at CCS on May 2. 
Star swimmer’s disqualification in 200 IM race puts stirs controversy at CCS
May 21, 2024
Leo Shetler rows at a competition in Boston.
Sports: 2023-2024 notable athlete achievements
May 21, 2024
Junior Sarah Lim prepares to hit a ball in front of her, towards a projector-screen golf simulator.
Technology in Sports: Athletes using  recent advancements to improve their skills
May 21, 2024
The Quiz Bowl team competes at the California Classic on Feb. 17
It’s time to eliminate more ‘ghost clubs’
June 3, 2024
ChatGPT usage has skyrocketed, and with it, false accusations
Accusations of AI cheating can be based on deeply flawed evidence
May 29, 2024
After being drained from studying, state testing provides a recharge.
State testing provides a good break from junior year
May 22, 2024
Trump listens to Doug Burgum, one of the top contenders for his vice president.
Trump’s vice president strategy: Money talks louder than politics 
May 21, 2024
The immense piles of emails we get from the district each week.
Too many district emails muddle the efficiency of communication
May 21, 2024
David Dobrik posing at the Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards.
The verdict on YouTuber David Dobrik’s wacky morning routine: not worth it
June 3, 2024
 A turtleneck constricts a womans neck.
Let’s leave turtlenecks in the past, where they belong
May 30, 2024
The only playlist you’ll ever need.
Top 10: songs to listen to before you die
May 30, 2024
Try it before you judge me…
Try a strange but delectable food combination: Doritos dipped in cupcake frosting
May 29, 2024
Running is a great way to recharge your batteries
Senior Mag 2024: When I can’t focus, I run for the hills
May 29, 2024

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Freshman left forward Evelyn Williams dribbles the ball across the field during a game against Monta Vista on Sept. 13.

Freshmen shine on field hockey’s offensive line 

Anamika Anand • October 21, 2023

As the clock ticked down during the varsity field hockey team’s senior night game against Santa Clara on Oct. 18, the Bruins tied the score 3-3 during the fourth quarter. The Falcons battled all the...

Senior Emma Green fights for the ball in a game against Presentation on Sept. 27.

Field hockey adjusts to new coach as the season progresses

Mitchell Chen and Saachi Jain & Ariel Zhou • October 1, 2023

After a 0-2 loss to Presentation on Sept. 27, the field hockey team is focused on connecting as a team for defense, midfield and forwards in future contests. The team’s record is currently 3-3 in the...

Senior Lexi Cleland prepares to shoot the winning goal against Monta Vista on Aug. 13.

Early-season check-in: Field hockey features promising new players

Anamika Anand • September 18, 2023

Head Coach: Sam Ng  Last year’s record: 2-2-11  Recap: Despite setbacks due to injuries and the loss of seven seniors to graduation, the team was still able to make it to CCS. However,...

In a game against Homestead on Oct. 18, the Falcon’s senior night, senior Georgia Adams pushes against an opposing player, racing to get to the ball. 

Field hockey team celebrates growth and perseverance as season ends

Lena Aribi and Sarah Thomas • October 20, 2022

Earlier this year, low numbers forced head coach Jatin Sharma to merge the JV and varsity squads. In the weeks after, the Falcons increased the rigor of their practice in preparation for tough opponents. On...

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