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Students organize walkout to continue the fight for gun control

Students organize walkout to continue the fight for gun control

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April 24, 2018

Online News Package Write-Off: Students discuss #NeverAgain

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April 13, 2018
The Artist Behind the Art: Greg Browns murals in Palo Alto

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

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March 30, 2018

Students ask for more Advanced Placement social studies classes

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

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

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March 28, 2018
Timeline of #MeToo

Timeline of #MeToo

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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

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September 15, 2017

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

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September 15, 2017

Junior Meghna Singh promotes mental health awareness

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September 15, 2017
13 Reasons Why starts progressive conversations

“13 Reasons Why” starts progressive conversations

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

Math teacher Diane Gleason shares previous careers, experiences

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

In search of fun, sneaky prank call backfires

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March 31, 2017
Graphic by Jackie Lou

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

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March 25, 2017
GRT sweeps first at robotics regional competition

GRT sweeps first at robotics regional competition

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March 21, 2017
Highlights from YCS/Interact Open Mic

Highlights from YCS/Interact Open Mic

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

SNAPSHOTS: Highlights from Clash of the Titans

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March 8, 2017
Sources of Strength: Advice Column

Sources of Strength: Advice Column

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

EDITORIAL: Negative reactions to social emotional learning changes hypocritical

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

Political opinions should be formed by viewing all perspectives

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February 3, 2017

Staffer maintains global friendships

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February 3, 2017

Local ski resorts to visit this winter break: Northstar

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

Next year’s bell schedule to change

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

Admin reforms Thursday School to be community-based

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December 2, 2016
Photo by Samantha Carlos

TBN/Oracle Collaboration—Homecoming Recap

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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

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

Junior Christopher Yang mistaken for Sephora employee by shopper

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November 4, 2016
School Board Candidate: Jennifer DiBrienza

School Board Candidate: Jennifer DiBrienza

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November 4, 2016
Gunn should report weighted GPA

Gunn should report weighted GPA

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

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

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November 4, 2016
School board candidate: Melissa Baten Caswell

School board candidate: Melissa Baten Caswell

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November 4, 2016

Freshman Justin Chiao shines in competition

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October 11, 2016
Graphic by Elizabeth Zu

Students speak out about supporting Donald Trump

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October 11, 2016

Feminine Products should be easily accessible on campus

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

Artist of the Month: Lily Liu

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October 11, 2016
Tips on finding your balance

Tips on finding your balance

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September 11, 2016

PAUSD encounters $3.3 million budget shortfall

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September 10, 2016
Give Oatmeal Raisin Cookies a Chance

Give Oatmeal Raisin Cookies a Chance

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September 9, 2016

Social media portrays over-edited “reality”

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September 9, 2016

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

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August 16, 2016
Next years bell schedule altered to benefit students

Next year’s bell schedule altered to benefit students

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May 21, 2016

Pro: Are squads on campus beneficial?

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May 20, 2016

PAUSD discrimination suit reaches appeals court

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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

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April 26, 2016

Christopher Yang meets… howard bach Badminton Champion

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April 22, 2016

Korean dramas broaden perspectives

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

Campus supervisor, Bike Club repair bikes to donate

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

Freshman works as youngest yoga instructor in the nation

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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

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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

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March 29, 2016
Photo courtesy of Jocelyn Liu

Unafraid: senior Emily Cao learns to conquer her fears

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March 15, 2016

Tutoring: Outside aid provides unfair advantage

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March 14, 2016
Photo courtesy of In the Mix Promotions

Prom to take place at San Francisco City Hall

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March 9, 2016
Guidance counselor Challis Michaels 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

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

Body image: athletes struggle with eating disorders, dysmorphia

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

Electives promote wellness, creativity in curriculum: Ceramics

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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

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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

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February 2, 2016
Graphic by Cheryl Kao

Winter dance learns from Sadie’s mistakes

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February 1, 2016
When the junioritis bug hits

When the junioritis bug hits

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

Admin cancels rally due to district policy

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January 30, 2016

Staffers evaluate failed New Year’s resolutions: staying focused

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January 29, 2016
Photo courtesy of Alper Karakas

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

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January 19, 2016
The value of confidence: senior Shawna Chen on overcoming insecurity

The value of confidence: senior Shawna Chen on overcoming insecurity

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January 5, 2016

How to maintain better focus studying for finals

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December 8, 2015
Courtesy of Matthew Shi

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

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

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

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December 7, 2015

Academic, social pressures encourage cheating

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December 7, 2015
Graphic by Elizabeth Zu

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

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

Gym Class Heroes: Hot Yoga

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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

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December 4, 2015

Thanksgiving dinner gone wrong

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December 2, 2015
Courtesy of Yuki Klotz-Burwell

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

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November 24, 2015

Week of random acts of kindness promotes community

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November 16, 2015

Students draw motivation to stay active from numerous sources

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November 16, 2015

gaming club provides outlet for stress

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November 16, 2015

First-generation immigrants find acceptance

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November 16, 2015

Students reflect on culture differences

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November 16, 2015

Staffer embraces extroversion

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November 16, 2015

How to relate to introverts

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November 16, 2015

Senior Joanne Lee: Tattoo Art

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November 16, 2015

Senior Will Brooks Birdwatching

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November 16, 2015

Physics Teacher Alec MacLean: Wood Sculpting

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November 16, 2015

Chemistry Teacher Heather Mellows Candymaking and Baking

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

History Teacher Chris Johnson: Civil War Reenactment

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November 16, 2015

Prejudice of music shaming is a real concern

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November 16, 2015

Sexism still manifests in Halloween costumes

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November 16, 2015
Courtesy of Rachel Congress

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

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November 9, 2015
Photo by Alexandra Ting

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

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November 9, 2015

Student Wellness Committee to host alumni panel

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November 6, 2015

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

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November 6, 2015

YES! comes to P.E. classes

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November 6, 2015

Board looks at new gender identity policy

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November 6, 2015

Governor passes sexual assault bill

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November 6, 2015
Courtesy of Nicolas Borbolla

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

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November 5, 2015
Courtesy of Jady Tian

Palo Alto students hold teen photography fundraiser event

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October 31, 2015
Hao at Lake Alpine

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

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October 27, 2015
Gunn alumni on overcoming loss and depression

Gunn alumni on overcoming loss and depression

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October 23, 2015
Courtesy of TBN

A look into The Oracle

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October 21, 2015
Courtesy of Elena Kadvany

Actor James Franco teaches film course at Paly

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

Athlete of the Month: Equestrian rider Tania Senter

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October 13, 2015
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