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
Kathrina Welborn

Kathrina Welborn, Staff Writer

All content by Kathrina Welborn
As the 2020–21 school year draws to a close, The Talon took a closer look at the issue of academic cheating within Los Altos High School’s virtual halls and investigated how classes have adapted their structures and expectations across the year.

Cheating culture in a year of distance learning

By Nathaniel Joffe, Allan Feldman, and Kathrina Welborn
June 2, 2021
After 13 years since its original release, “Fearless (Taylor’s Version)” is a landmark rerecording for Swift both musically and symbolically after her master recordings were sold without her consent.

Taylor Swift’s third surprise album “Fearless (Taylor’s Version) is a re-recording triumph

By Kathrina Welborn
May 25, 2021
British singer-songwriter Jorja Smith’s latest EP “Be Right Back” captures her stunning voice and chill R&B style while fans wait for her second album.

Jorja Smith delights fans for the time being with her new EP “Be Right Back”

By Kathrina Welborn
May 25, 2021
The Michigan-based duo Same Eyes utilizes punchy drums, house music-inspired beats and plenty of synthesizers to make music of a bygone era in 2021. Their debut album found success early in the year in online music forums, and the pair have since released two singles, “Mass Infatuation” and “Goodbye.”

Same Eyes brings the 1980s back to life with their 2021 album “Parties To End”

By Kathrina Welborn
May 5, 2021
VIAL breathes new life into the punk scene with their debut album ‘Grow Up’.

Talon Tunes: VIAL breathes new life into the punk scene with their debut album ‘Grow Up’

By Kathrina Welborn
March 3, 2021
Student return has been relatively successful so far, despite minor difficulties.

The long-awaited hybrid learning plan is a solid bridge to returning to classrooms

By Kathrina Welborn
February 28, 2021
After four years of Donald Trump’s ableist administration, President Joe Biden’s inauguration offers hope for an administration that will work with, respect and support the disabled community.

Biden’s inauguration is a sign of hope for an administration that supports disabled people

By Kathrina Welborn
January 25, 2021
This week’s up-and-coming artist is the band Techno Westerns. Founded by singer Wyatt Hautonga, the band is based in Toronto, though its members originate from Canada, Nepal and New Zealand.

Techno Westerns are bringing back the indie sound of 2014 Tumblr

By Kathrina Welborn
January 11, 2021
With a production style reminiscent of Bon Iver paired with lyrics as introspective as they are sweet, Changeling adds a new dimension to the LGBTQ+ music scene.

Talon Tunes: Changeling takes you along for her journey of self discovery in her debut EP ‘Go Grow’

By Kathrina Welborn
December 12, 2020
Emielyn Das’s single “Hoping Hopelessly” is a smooth track about struggling to navigate the college application process without much guidance.

Talon Tunes: Dance to the sound of college application stress with Emielyn

By Kathrina Welborn
November 22, 2020
The cover for Machine Gun Kelly’s “Tickets To My Downfall” features him standing at the edge of an empty pool with a bright-pink guitar. “Tickets To My Downfall” explores pop punk, a departure from MGK’s previous rap albums.

‘Tickets To My Downfall’: Machine Gun Kelly’s successful pop-punk debut

By Kathrina Welborn
September 28, 2020

Yes, it removes a classist barrier to college

By Kathrina Welborn, Staff Writer
September 13, 2020
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