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A look into homelessness in the Bay Area

A look into homelessness in the Bay Area

Helen Nguyen November 4, 2016

Written by Helen Nguyen and Maya Rapoport, News Editor and Reporter Despite a 14 percent reduction in homelessness in Santa Clara County from 2013 to 2015, homelessness still pervades many parts of the Bay Area. Many people are trying to combat the crisis by creating organizations, offering resources...

Homelessness in the Bay Area: Ways to get involved

apan217 November 4, 2016

Written by Ariel Pan -Make care kits: Care packages are usually gallon-size zipper lock plastic bags that contain small toiletries like toothbrushes, toothpaste and combs, and non-perishable food items like granola bars. Money is not recommended. Donate the care kits to a local shelter, or hand them...

Homecoming serves as cherished tradition

Homecoming serves as cherished tradition

amandalee828 October 11, 2016

Written by Amanda Lee Homecoming is one of many American traditions that are celebrated in high schools and colleges across the country. It is an event that brings together friends, classes, schools, families and communities, just to celebrate and honor their school. The name “Homecoming”...

Gunn Homecoming events evolve over the years

Gunn Homecoming events evolve over the years

janetcshea October 11, 2016

Written by Janet Shea Homecoming week is just around the corner, and the feelings of eagerness fill the air as students anticipate the annual Homecoming games. Each year, changes are made to the games, and the ones we have today are much different from past years. According to theater teacher Jim...

Tips on finding your balance

Tips on finding your balance

The Oracle September 11, 2016

Compiled by Grace Ding Use a planner to keep track of homework, upcoming events and deadlines Don't carry things you don't need in your backpack Drink water in class when you're getting tired or distracted Try to stay off social media while studying Find the time of day you are most...

Find daily happiness in the little things

kayav2 September 9, 2016

Written by Kaya van der Horst Only three weeks into school and my life has already become swamped with work. Every hour seems to be filled with an important task, and the relaxation of summer appears to have vanished. The former peace and quiet at 7 a.m. is now filled with my ringing alarm clock,...

Prioritize happiness over success

cassandrabond September 9, 2016

by Cassandra Bond It is 1 a.m., and you are still working on the English paper that’s due the next day. We are all familiar with this dreadful feeling of a seemingly endless stream of schoolwork and late nights. We sacrifice a lot to be proud of our grades and academics, but our success in school...

Outdoor venues create own sub-culture

Outdoor venues create own sub-culture

janetwangg May 20, 2016

Written by Janet Wang With the sun gleaming, music blaring and crowd swaying to the beat, the vibe of music festivals has captivated today’s youth. These festivals serve as music, fashion and pop culture inspiration for teens across the country. According to Billboard magazine, 32 million people...

Festival Must-Haves

deianah May 20, 2016

Written by Deiana Hristov Jorts: These jean shorts are popular among both men and women. For men, straight knee-length shorts are the most common. For women, the trend is high-waisted daisy dukes. On both genders, the distressed denim look is popular. Watermelon: Coachella is located in the...

Festival experience leaves positive impression

Helen Nguyen May 20, 2016

Written by Helen Nguyen, Assistant Business Manager I kept jumping from foot to foot—I couldn’t help myself as I stood in line for the Frost Music Festival. AlunaGeorge, Kaytranada and Flume were going to perform later that day. Flume is one of my favorite artists, and it was all I could do...

Glossophobia: fear of public speaking

Elizabeth C April 18, 2016

Written by Elizabeth Chung Nearly everyone has fear of public speaking. However, it is the severity difference that makes some people more afraid than others. Clinical psychologist Dave Carbonell says that the fear of public speaking can start from one small incident. “Once the person...

Fear of animals misunderstood by others

yangshannon April 15, 2016

Written by Shannon Yang I cannot remember a time when I have been able to run up to a dog, hold it and pet it. Nor have I ever been able to give a cat a bowl of milk. I am one of many people who have this problem, but it is often ignored. Zoophobia, or the irrational fear of animals,...

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