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Official Student Newspaper of Henry M. Gunn High School

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Official Student Newspaper of Henry M. Gunn High School

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English Teacher Mark Hernandez

English Teacher Mark Hernandez

Irene Tsen, Managing Editor March 8, 2022

On Valentine’s Day, instead of the typical red and pink color palette, English teacher Mark Hernandez opted for a black double-breasted suit and a gray and gold tie. The classic and traditional outfit was perfect for Hernandez’s Shakespeare class that day, where he was playing Claudius in “Hamlet.” While...

Teachers express concern, disapproval over revised reopening plan: "It does not feel like [the district has] our safety as the first priority."

Teachers express concern, disapproval over revised reopening plan: “It does not feel like [the district has] our safety as the first priority.”

Raphael Semeria, Managing Editor February 11, 2021

Following the announcement of the Palo Alto Unified School District (PAUSD)’s revised reopening plan on Tuesday night, staff members expressed shock and disapproval. By dividing the student body into two groups and allowing them the option of attending classes over Zoom while on campus or staying...

Graphic by Audrey Tseng

Oscars fail to recognize, respond adequately to uncomfortable racism

Mark Hernandez, Guest Columnist February 28, 2020

In 1989, no one knew if the Academy would (or even could) do the right thing with Spike Lee’s “Do the Right Thing.” Chronicling a sweltering summer day in 1989 in a racially diverse Brooklyn neighborhood, the film struck chords with everyone who saw it—and with many who didn’t. Ambitious...

Girls water polo coach Mark Hernandez leaves position after ten years

Girls water polo coach Mark Hernandez leaves position after ten years

Grace Tramack, Features Editor November 9, 2018

After 10 years with the girls water polo team, head coach Mark Hernandez has stepped down from his coaching position with the conclusion of the season. This choice was a personal decision for Hernandez, as he has dedicated so much of his time to coaching both high school and club water polo....

Spring sports race through the start of their season: Swimming

Spring sports race through the start of their season: Swimming

apan217 March 31, 2017

Written by Ariel Pan Thee swimming team is off to a strong start following the boys’ team’s Central Coast Section (CCS) championship win last year and the girls’ team’s second-place finish. Although the boys’ team lost many seniors, varsity girls’ team captain Grace Tai is confident...

Girls’ water polo starts season strong with 10-2 record

Girls’ water polo starts season strong with 10-2 record

yangshannon October 11, 2016

Written by Shannon Yang The girls’ water polo team has lofty goals for the season. Winning all games but one in Santa Clara Valley Athletic League (SCVAL) to Mountain View according to Max Preps, they are 10-2 overall and 5-1 in league. This year, they would like to return to the league championship...

The girls attribute their success to their teamwork.

December sports updates: Girls’ Water Polo

haylsgo December 4, 2015

Written by Hayley Krolik The girls’ water polo team came back for a second straight year in CCS, this time making it to the quarterfinals where the team lost to Palo Alto High School (Paly). “We had been in CCS finals the past two years and had beaten Paly twice before,” captain senior...

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