Sitting in the second row of her 10th grade social studies class, junior Claudia Wolff De Tourreil was accustomed to difficult conversations. As part of the Social Justice pathway, the class often focused on debating current events. Students were guided through approaching controversial subjects, even...

When sophomore Uyen Chanthery, a Vietnamese-American, was eight, her mother revealed what it was like growing up in Vietnam during the Vietnam War with a father who was incarcerated in a labor and re-education camp. Chanthery’s family are victims of post-war trauma. On April 30, 1975, after the fall...

Sports are deeply ingrained in society as forms of entertainment, socialization, unity and pride. The Super Bowl, the World Cup and the NBA finals bring millions of fans together to experience the drama and spectacle of peak athleticism. Despite positive benefits and traditions — beloved stadium tacos,...

Kindness encompasses many qualities, such as generosity, selflessness and empathy. The most important aspect of kindness, however, is giving — whether it’s material gifts or good deeds — without expecting anything in return. According to AP Psychology teacher Warren Collier, kindness has physical...

During peak concert season, students flock to stadiums around the world to experience live concerts or festivals featuring their favorite artists. An endless amount of anticipation and buzz surrounds these events: Tickets sell for thousands of dollars, and setlist predictions are posted as concert dates...

Unwanted comments about one’s weight or appearance are certainly not limited to the holidays, but inevitably become more common as rarely-seen relatives all meet up for family reunions during winter break. Even if these statements don’t mean to put someone on the spot, they can enormously affect...

It’s just a quick walk away. If you venture out of Gunn’s parking lot and turn left on Arastradero, you’ll soon encounter its gates, with its name spelled out boldly in all caps: “Alta Mesa Cemetery and Funeral Home.” Most students don’t continue beyond this point, but those who do will...

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...