The student news site of Los Altos High School in Los Altos, California

The Talon

The student news site of Los Altos High School in Los Altos, California

The Talon

The student news site of Los Altos High School in Los Altos, California

The Talon

Entertainment options like the current AMC movie theater will be retained
at the new Vallco project. Sand Hill Property Co. plans to also keep the
bowling, fitness, ice skating and banquet venues as part of project.

Cupertino makes way for local developments

By Emily Aoki, Features Editor | November 18, 2015

The city of Cupertino is no stranger to change. It has been Apple’s home since the company’s inception and expanded and developed along with the company. Since 2000, Cupertino’s population increased...

Graphic by Miranda Li

Pushing Past the Asian-American Stereotype

By Tino, Tugwete | November 18, 2015

At our school, the highly academic environment and race to enter selective, elite colleges has made the Asian-American stereotype more and more relevant. The Asian-American population at our school is...

“Star Wars” sequel earns massive hype

By Booker Martin, Staff Writer | November 18, 2015

Released on May 25, 1977, “Star Wars: A New Hope” was the unlikely start to a series that would become revered as one of the greatest franchises of all time. Thirty-eight years and five additions later,...

Despite excitement, Pokémon GO! offers little promise

By William Jow, Copy/Content Editor | November 18, 2015

On Thursday, September 10, Nintendo officially announced “Pokémon GO,” one of the company’s first titles aimed for the mobile market. The augmented reality (AR) game features the basic mechanics...

Senior Marshall Scott poses over a fellow EMR on a stretcher. Working as an EMR allows Marshall to pursue his passion for helping others. Photo courtesy Marshall Scott.

Senior Pursues Passion for Medicine

By Alexis Malgesini, Staff Writer | November 18, 2015

After completing a couple of medical emergency classes at Foothill College, volunteer experience in the field and CPR and Basic Life Support certifications, senior Marshall Scott is on his way to becoming...

“Gilmore Girls” returns to delight of fans

By Hanna Khosravi, Opinions Editor | November 18, 2015

Imagine a charming, cozy town where wintry wonders speckle every corner, where each resident exudes a sense of small-town ease and the breeze gives off the effervescent scent of apple cider and cinnamon. One...

The Teen Health Van parks by the side of a road. The van, which parks at the school one Thursday each month, is a valuable resource, providing free health care to students who lack insurance coverage. Photo by Francesca Fallow.

Health Van Brings Needed Services

By Avi Varghese and Anisha Desai | November 18, 2015

The Teen Health Van that visits Los Altos one Thursday each month can often be a daunting proposition for a new patient. The enormous, deep-blue van sits in the student parking lot from 10 to 4 o’clock...

Graphic by Vanessa Mark

Children of Bethlehem: Moralizing “Digital Nativity”

By Eli Colbert, Staff Writer | November 18, 2015

In her 1968 essay, Joan Didion likened the acidheads of San Francisco’s Haight Street to a Yeats line: “slouching towards Bethlehem.” “The center was not holding,” she takes from Yeats as well....

Photo illustration by Kunal Pandit.

Stories From Silicon Valley Startups

By Chris Dadok, Senior Writer | November 18, 2015

Silicon Valley is known around the world for its startups and its ability to create new and inspirational ideas. Many startups do not make it off the ground, and those that succeed are often snapped...

School Resource Officer Ryan Langone (right) is promoted to Agent status and shakes hands with Los Altos Police Chief Tuck Younis (left).  In September, Langone was appointed to the School Resource Officer position. Photo courtesy Ryan Langone.

Community Welcomes New School Resource Officer

By Michael Sieffert, Staff Writer | November 18, 2015

For many students, it is not too uncommon to see a police officer walking throughout the campus, nor is it too uncommon to wonder why we even have law enforcement personnel at our school. But rest easy...

Women bring water home to their families in Petion-ville, Haiti. Photo courtesy Marie DeShetler.

Haiti Solidarity Club Expands to Middle College

By Francesca Fallow, Staff Writer | November 17, 2015

Haiti Solidarity has long been a part of the school’s culture and is now an important part of another community: Foothill Middle College. Two former LAHS Haiti club members, Middle College seniors...

A depiction of the basis of  ergonomic computer use. With the increased use of laptops and other technology at the school, it is important for students to understand ergonomics and the importance of proper technology use. Graphic by Miranda Li.

Tips From The Talon: Ergonomics in Tech

By Miranda Li and Rachel Lu | November 17, 2015

As high schoolers, we often find ourselves on our sides in bed, watching Netflix with our computers sideways. We are often guilty of slouching in our chairs, slinking downward and folding our spinal cords...

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