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Students organize walkout to continue the fight for gun control

Students organize walkout to continue the fight for gun control

April 24, 2018

Online News Package Write-Off: Students discuss #NeverAgain

April 13, 2018
The Artist Behind the Art: Greg Brown's murals in Palo Alto

The Artist Behind the Art: Greg Brown’s murals in Palo Alto

March 30, 2018

Students ask for more Advanced Placement social studies classes

March 30, 2018
The Artist Behind the Art: How Greg Brown's murals changed Palo Alto

The Artist Behind the Art: How Greg Brown’s murals changed Palo Alto

March 28, 2018
Timeline of #MeToo

Timeline of #MeToo

March 20, 2018
New assistant principals aim to open up conversation in school community

New assistant principals aim to open up conversation in school community

September 15, 2017

New staff members share interesting facts: Gabriela Balas, Joanne Marie Garlejo

September 15, 2017

Junior Meghna Singh promotes mental health awareness

September 15, 2017

“13 Reasons Why” starts progressive conversations

May 21, 2017
Math teacher Diane Gleason shares previous careers, experiences

Math teacher Diane Gleason shares previous careers, experiences

March 31, 2017
In search of fun, sneaky prank call backfires

In search of fun, sneaky prank call backfires

March 31, 2017
Graphic by Jackie Lou

Seniors opt out of required California science test, while teachers urge participation

March 25, 2017
GRT sweeps first at robotics regional competition

GRT sweeps first at robotics regional competition

March 21, 2017
Highlights from YCS/Interact Open Mic

Highlights from YCS/Interact Open Mic

March 14, 2017
SNAPSHOTS: Highlights from Clash of the Titans

SNAPSHOTS: Highlights from Clash of the Titans

March 8, 2017
Sources of Strength: Advice Column

Sources of Strength: Advice Column

March 3, 2017
EDITORIAL: Negative reactions to social emotional learning changes hypocritical

EDITORIAL: Negative reactions to social emotional learning changes hypocritical

March 3, 2017
Political opinions should be formed by viewing all perspectives

Political opinions should be formed by viewing all perspectives

February 3, 2017

Staffer maintains global friendships

February 3, 2017

Local ski resorts to visit this winter break: Northstar

December 2, 2016
Next year’s bell schedule to change

Next year’s bell schedule to change

December 2, 2016
Admin reforms Thursday School to be community-based

Admin reforms Thursday School to be community-based

December 2, 2016
Photo by Samantha Carlos

TBN/Oracle Collaboration—Homecoming Recap

November 22, 2016
Protesters gather in front of Palo Alto City Hall at the conclusion of the march. | Max Wang

Palo Alto students march for unity, peace

November 17, 2016
Junior Christopher Yang mistaken for Sephora employee by shopper

Junior Christopher Yang mistaken for Sephora employee by shopper

November 4, 2016
School Board Candidate: Jennifer DiBrienza

School Board Candidate: Jennifer DiBrienza

November 4, 2016
Gunn should report weighted GPA

Gunn should report weighted GPA

November 4, 2016
Ways to spend your three-day weekend: Friday Nov. 11

Ways to spend your three-day weekend: Friday Nov. 11

November 4, 2016
School board candidate: Melissa Baten Caswell

School board candidate: Melissa Baten Caswell

November 4, 2016

Freshman Justin Chiao shines in competition

October 11, 2016
Graphic by Elizabeth Zu

Students speak out about supporting Donald Trump

October 11, 2016

Feminine Products should be easily accessible on campus

October 11, 2016
Lily Liu receives Best Talent at the 2016 Miss World Fashion Beauty Pageant.

Artist of the Month: Lily Liu

October 11, 2016
Tips on finding your balance

Tips on finding your balance

September 11, 2016

PAUSD encounters $3.3 million budget shortfall

September 10, 2016
Give Oatmeal Raisin Cookies a Chance

Give Oatmeal Raisin Cookies a Chance

September 9, 2016

Social media portrays over-edited “reality”

September 9, 2016

Gunn senior and alum compete in winning team at American Regions Math League

August 16, 2016
Next year's bell schedule altered to benefit students

Next year’s bell schedule altered to benefit students

May 21, 2016

Pro: Are squads on campus beneficial?

May 20, 2016

PAUSD discrimination suit reaches appeals court

April 27, 2016
Stevenson with her siblings and mom. Photo courtesy of Miriam Stevenson.

Unmasking the pain: Assistant Principal Miriam Stevenson on taking control of her life

April 26, 2016

Christopher Yang meets… howard bach Badminton Champion

April 22, 2016

Korean dramas broaden perspectives

April 15, 2016
Campus supervisor, Bike Club repair bikes to donate

Campus supervisor, Bike Club repair bikes to donate

April 15, 2016
Freshman works as youngest yoga instructor in the nation

Freshman works as youngest yoga instructor in the nation

April 15, 2016
Homecoming and being spirited was a way of forgetting my current struggles and have fun with my classmates. Photo courtesy of Josh Spain.

Developing patience: senior Josh Spain on adversity and learning through lacrosse

April 12, 2016
Us going to prom—for the record! Photo courtesy of Miranda Smith.

Pursuing freedom: senior Miranda Smith on coming out to the world and herself

March 29, 2016
Photo courtesy of Jocelyn Liu

Unafraid: senior Emily Cao learns to conquer her fears

March 15, 2016

Tutoring: Outside aid provides unfair advantage

March 14, 2016
Photo courtesy of In the Mix Promotions

Prom to take place at San Francisco City Hall

March 9, 2016
Guidance counselor Challis Michael's husband was diagnosed with cancer two years after they wed. Photo courtesy of Challis Michael.

Slow steps: guidance counselor Challis Michael on finding hope through a loved one’s cancer battle

March 1, 2016
Body image: athletes struggle with eating disorders, dysmorphia

Body image: athletes struggle with eating disorders, dysmorphia

February 19, 2016
Electives promote wellness, creativity in curriculum: Ceramics

Electives promote wellness, creativity in curriculum: Ceramics

February 19, 2016
I realized that to be happy, I had to put myself first—other relationships came second. Photo courtesy of Jenna Marvet

A balancing act: junior Jenna Marvet on putting herself first

February 16, 2016
Junior Chloe Sorensen with alum Hope Schroeder. Photo courtesy of Chloe Sorensen

Open the door: junior Chloe Sorensen and discovering trusted adults

February 2, 2016
Graphic by Cheryl Kao

Winter dance learns from Sadie’s mistakes

February 1, 2016
When the junioritis bug hits

When the junioritis bug hits

February 1, 2016
Last year's cheer team performs its Paly Rally number. This year's routine, along with dance's routine, will be postponed. Photo by Alexandra Ting

Admin cancels rally due to district policy

January 30, 2016

Staffers evaluate failed New Year’s resolutions: staying focused

January 29, 2016
Photo courtesy of Alper Karakas

Finding connection: senior Alper Karakas’s new perspective of life

January 19, 2016
Photo by Alexandra Ting

The value of confidence: senior Shawna Chen on overcoming insecurity

January 5, 2016

How to maintain better focus studying for finals

December 8, 2015
Courtesy of Matthew Shi

Junior Matthew Shi’s search for perfection—and what he found

December 8, 2015
Last-minute New Year’s party complicated by travels, eggs

Last-minute New Year’s party complicated by travels, eggs

December 7, 2015

Academic, social pressures encourage cheating

December 7, 2015
Graphic by Elizabeth Zu

Cheating culture: an in-depth look at dishonesty on campus

December 4, 2015
Ding poses with instructor after yoga class. Courtesy of Grace Ding.

Gym Class Heroes: Hot Yoga

December 4, 2015
Members of the Toys for Pups club meet on a Monday and help each other make dog toys. Photo by Alexandra Ting.

Toys for Pups creates toys for charity

December 4, 2015

Thanksgiving dinner gone wrong

December 2, 2015
Courtesy of Yuki Klotz-Burwell

A lesson from Hogwarts: senior Yuki Klotz-Burwell on learning to ask for help

November 24, 2015

Week of random acts of kindness promotes community

November 16, 2015

Students draw motivation to stay active from numerous sources

November 16, 2015

gaming club provides outlet for stress

November 16, 2015

First-generation immigrants find acceptance

November 16, 2015

Students reflect on culture differences

November 16, 2015

Staffer embraces extroversion

November 16, 2015

How to relate to introverts

November 16, 2015

Senior Joanne Lee: Tattoo Art

November 16, 2015

Senior Will Brooks Birdwatching

November 16, 2015

Physics Teacher Alec MacLean: Wood Sculpting

November 16, 2015

Chemistry Teacher Heather Mellows Candymaking and Baking

November 16, 2015
History Teacher Chris Johnson: Civil War Reenactment

History Teacher Chris Johnson: Civil War Reenactment

November 16, 2015

Prejudice of music shaming is a real concern

November 16, 2015

Sexism still manifests in Halloween costumes

November 16, 2015
Courtesy of Rachel Congress

“We are all graphs of y=x”: math teacher Rachel Congress on embracing self-awareness

November 9, 2015
Photo by Alexandra Ting

Boys can dance too: staffer joins Titanettes and explores gender imbalances, misperceptions

November 9, 2015

Student Wellness Committee to host alumni panel

November 6, 2015

Emotional vulnerability on campus: how peers, academics, activities and stigma affect students

November 6, 2015

YES! comes to P.E. classes

November 6, 2015

Board looks at new gender identity policy

November 6, 2015

Governor passes sexual assault bill

November 6, 2015
Courtesy of Nicolas Borbolla

Gunn Theatre’s fall play to feature unique, minimalistic production

November 5, 2015
Courtesy of Jady Tian

Palo Alto students hold teen photography fundraiser event

October 31, 2015
Hao at Lake Alpine

Choosing all in: senior Lisa Hao’s journey of recovery

October 27, 2015
Gunn alumni on overcoming loss and depression

Gunn alumni on overcoming loss and depression

October 23, 2015
Courtesy of TBN

A look into The Oracle

October 21, 2015
Courtesy of Elena Kadvany

Actor James Franco teaches film course at Paly

October 18, 2015
Athlete of the Month: Equestrian rider Tania Senter

Athlete of the Month: Equestrian rider Tania Senter

October 13, 2015
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