The Oracle

A Tale of Two Cities: How racism in housing deeds, redlining and gentrification led to the stark divide between Palo Alto and East Palo Alto

Julianna Chang, Managing Editor • November 23, 2020

The bumpy potholes and ridges lining the floor of Highway 101, the historic highway traversing California’s west coast, don’t make for a smooth ride. Despite unpleasant rush hour traffic and rough paving, countless Palo Alto residents drive the lengths of 101 daily, and unofficial landmarks are recognizable...

Gunn alumni pause to reflect on their high school experiences: Social studies teacher Haley Perkins

Liza Kolbasov, Editor-in-Chief • October 4, 2019

When most students graduate from their respective high schools, they don’t think they’ll ever find themselves returning. Yet, Gunn graduate and social studies teacher Haley Perkins got the chance to bring her unique perspective as a former student back by becoming a teacher here. Since...

New Staff Members on Campus

jackmallery • September 15, 2017

By: Jack Mallery Haley Perkins: Social Studies I went to Gunn for high school. This summer I moved back to Palo Alto from Nashville and drove across country in my Prius towing a U-Haul trailer Joshua Little: Science I used to work for Walt Disney World. I went into management for four...