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Vaccines generate discussion among students, staff
May 17, 2019
Josh Mei and Joshua Yang
A rapid rise in the number of measles cases occurring throughout the Bay Area has prompted discussion within the community surrounding the increase of anti-vaccine opinions....
Gunn Confessions online page serves as outlet for student struggles
March 29, 2019
Grace Williams, Changing the Narrative Editor
The Gunn Confessions Facebook page became the latest sensation to hit the Gunn community last month, prompting not only widespread attention but also controversy....
ASB elections show higher student involvement, passionate candidates
March 28, 2019
Angela Wong, Reporter
Gunn’s annual Associated Student Body (ASB) elections took place this month, with applications available for a myriad of positions, from ASB President to Spirit Commissioner....
Stanford housing expansion proposal to increase PAUSD student enrollment without new funding
March 28, 2019
Joshua Yang and Vinay Ranganathan
In light of the plans submitted by Stanford University to expand housing units and campus facilities, the Palo Alto Unified School District (PAUSD) is set to face...
Incentives in place to increase student participation in upcoming CAASPP testing
March 19, 2019
Nikki Suzani, Copy Editor
Starting on Monday, Mar. 25, juniors will be required by the state to take the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) to evaluate their college...

Construction completed, new buildings open for use

Josh Mei, Reporter

May 17, 2019 • No Comments

Returning from spring break, students were greeted by the completed construction. After almost two years of dusty air, noisy equipment and cramped hallways, the senior quad reopened and brought with it a return to the open...

Vaccines generate discussion among students, staff

May 17, 2019

PAUSD Promise envisions, outlines new district goals

May 17, 2019

Gunn Confessions online page serves as outlet for student struggles

March 29, 2019

Affluence of PAUSD parents influences college admission decisions

March 29, 2019

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Rising prom costs prompt reappraisal of experience, discourage participation

Ryan Li

May 17, 2019 • No Comments

If you’re a junior, senior or lucky underclassman, it’s that magical time of the school year again—the time when the days start getting longer and you’re barely dragging yourself through Advanced...

Healthy sleeping habits prove crucial to successful lifestyle

May 17, 2019

Cultural norm of sleep deficiency requires attention, not acceptance

May 17, 2019

College Board testing costs should be minimized

March 29, 2019

Pro – Does Gunn Confessions Encourage Beneficial Discourse?

March 29, 2019

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The Summer of 2019: TV Shows

Angela Wong, News Editor

May 22, 2019 • No Comments

Stranger Things “Stranger Things” is returning for its third season and has been advertised as “bigger and better than last year” by its creators, the Duffer Brothers, and producer Shawn Levy....

The Summer of 2019: Movies

May 17, 2019

Sophomore Arunim Agarwal reflects on summer job as camp counselor

May 17, 2019

The Summer of 2019: Concerts

May 17, 2019

Fans compete over superhero franchises: Marvel

May 17, 2019

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Changing the Narrative

Finding the light: Senior Rina Newhouse focuses on social interactions to find strength

Rina Newhouse

April 22, 2019 • No Comments

Three out of the four seasons, I am jubilant, bubbly, cheery, and talkative. The spring flowers make me smile. I absolutely love the long, summer days where I can be outdoors all day and do activities with the people I love....

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Leaving teachers share memories, advice for students: Cristina Florea

Liza Kolbasov, Editor-in-Chief

May 17, 2019 • No Comments

After 13 years as a math teacher and business, entrepreneurship and math (BEAM) program coordinator, Cristina Florea will be leaving Gunn for St. Francis, where she will be in charge of organizing their new business program...

Leaving teachers share memories, advice for students: Kathy Hawes

May 17, 2019

Leaving teachers share memories, advice for students: Bill Dunbar

May 17, 2019

Substitute Christopher Duff to hike Pacific Crest Trail

May 17, 2019

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Teachers, students find wellness in gardening

Nikki Suzani, Features Editor

May 17, 2019 • No Comments

We often hear that Gunn is ripe with opportunities, ranging from elective choices, to clubs and teachers for every learning style. One part of our campus that is often overlooked is the community...

Summer plants to help you start your very own garden

May 17, 2019

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