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

Mic’d Up: Varsity girls basketball

By Carissa Lai, Matilda Haney Foulds, and Rachel Wilson | February 10, 2024

On Wednesday, Feburary 7 the Los Altos High School varsity girls basketball team beat Homestead High School 67–32 on home court, qualifying for Central Coastal Section playoffs.  The Talon mic'd...

At Curtain Call, senior Connor Volkert (Bert) clicks his heels midair while senior Tessa Prodromou (Mary Poppins) stands to his left.

Behind the Curtain of Mary Poppins the Musical: Step in Time and Don’t Slip Up

By Sophie Kim and Rachel Wilson | February 10, 2024

When she flies onstage, senior Tessa Prodromou hopes she can pull off being practically perfect in every way. “It’s a lot of pressure to be Mary Poppins because her defining characteristic is flawlessness,”...

Los Altos loses 39–45 to Mountain View in rivalry rematch

Los Altos loses 39–45 to Mountain View in rivalry rematch

By MC Teixeira, Journalism One | February 8, 2024

The Los Altos High School varsity boys basketball team lost 39–45 to Mountain View High School in a close game on Tuesday, January 30. LAHS Blue Crew and Spartan fans alike crowded the stands for the...

False fire alarms are causing interruptions and raising concerns at LAHS.

False fire alarms interrupt classes, raise safety concerns

By Ellis Yang and Alexandra Zuccaro | February 7, 2024

Los Altos High School experienced a false fire alarm last Friday, February 2, at the start of sixth period. This is the most recent occurrence in what has become a consistent trend of false alarms at LAHS...

The Midnight Train movie poster.

“Midnight Train”: A documentary sharing a hidden chapter of American history

By Shannon Chiang, Journalism One | February 6, 2024

From classrooms to community marches, the social justice organization, Justice Vanguard, shatters the silence surrounding systematic racism. Founded by two Los Altos High School alumni, director Kiyoshi...

Chris Rufo is smart — but America needs to be smarter.

Chris Rufo is smart — but America needs to be smarter.

By Matthew Kim, Web Managing Editor | February 6, 2024

For a man largely unknown outside of the right-wing media bubble and politics nerd circles, Christopher Rufo might be one of the most important people in America. Rufo is why some people see a misinformed...

Jo Koy at his 2022 stand-up comedy special featured in Netflix, “Jo Koy: Live At the Los Angeles Forum.”

Jo Koy flopped as the Golden Globes host, but I’m not surprised

By Ashley Tumacder, Staff Writer | February 6, 2024

The laughs at the 81st Golden Globes Awards felt just as plastic as a Barbie doll. And unlike Barbie, who has an expanding resume with over 200 occupations, stand-up comedian Jo Koy can’t seem to take...

Amate Omnes, Iphis: on college & columns

Amate Omnes, Iphis: on college & columns

By Anonymous | February 6, 2024

In the very coveted position of a second semester senior, I can confidently say that the college application season sucked. Like grade-A, do-not-talk-to-me-or-I’ll-rip-your-head-off, stress-pimple-inducing...

In-Depth: Looking 2024-ward

In-Depth: Looking 2024-ward

Elections Notable Dates July 15-18: Republican National Convention August 19-22: Democratic National Convention September 16: First Presidential Debate September 25: First VP Debate ...

Taylor Swift Column: A Golden Fiasco and a swift response

Taylor Swift Column: A Golden Fiasco and a swift response

By Matilda Haney Foulds, Staff Writer | February 5, 2024

Who the hell even is Jo Koy? Short answer: He’s one of the reasons Taylor Swift released “The Man.” Swift, once again decorated in sequins, made an appearance at the 81st Golden Globes on Sunday,...

The 75th Primetime Emmy Awards took place on January 15, which marks a major breakthrough for previously unrecognized groups.

75th Emmys: A spotlight on long-awaited recognition

By Sophie Kim and Rachel Wilson | February 5, 2024

The gold glint of an Academy Award has always meant more than bragging rights. Every sealed envelope represents the critical eye of the public, suggesting what is notable and what isn’t while making...

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