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
Stella Huang

Stella Huang, Editor-in-Chief

All content by Stella Huang
Consistent stock market crashes during the pandemic have forced stocks to fall to historic lows, giving small-time investors countless opportunities to get involved in the trade. In quarantine, seniors Peter Budko, Abigail Hagan and Eike Rehwald seized the chance to investigate the ins and outs of the stock market, including the GameStop incident that made headlines this January.

[Photo] High schoolers navigate the pandemic-era stock market

By Rose Liu, Staff Writer
April 12, 2021
Over the last year, COVID-19 has infected millions of people across the world including fellow community members here in Los Altos. Ranging in the severity of their symptoms and age, some of those diagnosed shed light on their experience with the virus.

[Photo] Surviving COVID-19 from behind the mask

By Kaley Kwan, Staff Writer
January 6, 2021
This summer was full of grief, anger and disappointment. As we enter a new year, we’re focusing on making our newsroom more inclusive, but we need your help to make that happen.

Letter from The Talon’s managing staff

By Stella Huang, Navya Singhai, Cedric Chan, and Emily Zhu
August 17, 2020
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[Photo] Opinion: Governor Newsom’s proposal to suspend fitness tests is a step in the right direction

By Vaishu Sirkay
June 11, 2020

Credit/no credit grading policy misses the mark

By Stella Huang and Nina Crofts
April 25, 2020
Students express their perspectives about the MVLA Board's decision to switch to a credit/no credit grading policy.

Credit/no credit policy: did the MVLA School Board make the right choice?

By Oliver Yu, Stella Huang, and Nina Crofts
April 25, 2020
World Studies and AP Government long-term substitute David Ortiz led a far from happy childhood, born and raised in a crime-infested neighborhood with no one to rely on other than himself. Although the fallout could have echoed through to his adulthood, Ortiz made the best out of his situation, becoming a veteran, a scholar and an inspiration to everyone around him.

[Photo] Turning the struggle into a nonstop hustle

By Meleseini Loto’aniu, Staff Writer
March 19, 2020
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[Photo] Opinion: Two sports, one rule book

April 6, 2020
Staff writers Vaishu Sirkay and Nina Crofts write about their opinions on whether or not citizen's have an obligation to vote.

Are You Obligated to Vote?

By Stella Huang, Graphic Artist
March 20, 2020
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[Photo] Yes, you do have an obligation to vote:

By Vaishu Sirkay, Staff Writer
March 20, 2020
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[Photo] No, you do not have an obligation to vote:

By Nina Crofts, Staff Writer
March 20, 2020
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[Photo] Dogs of Los Altos

By Isabella Borkovic, Ethan Ruyack, Kylie Akiyama, Katrina Arsky, Marie Godderis, and Emily McNally
February 11, 2020
Ethnic studies a day keeps the ignorance away

Ethnic studies a day keeps the ignorance away

By Stella Huang, Features Editor
October 7, 2019
Graphic by Sua Kim

Diving into the freshman swim unit

By Stella Huang, Suzanne Guo, Marie Godderis, and Elli Lahdesmaki
May 28, 2019
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Swimming and diving teams robbed during senior night

By Stella Huang
May 28, 2019
The Darker Side of K-Pop

The Darker Side of K-Pop

By Stella Huang, Staff Writer
April 24, 2019
Los Altos' robotics team stands behind their robot, numbered 114, at the FIRST World Championship in Houston. This is their second time attending since the team was founded 22 years ago.

Robotics team reaches semifinals at Houston World Championship

By Isabella Borkovic and Stella Huang
April 23, 2019
MVLA School Board unanimously approves new superintendent

MVLA School Board unanimously approves new superintendent

By Stella Huang, Staff Writer
April 10, 2019
Making major (sound) waves in her community

Making major (sound) waves in her community

By Stella Huang, Staff Writer
March 18, 2019
Challenge Day: All or Nothing

Challenge Day: All or Nothing

By Stella Huang, Staff Writer
February 10, 2019
Let "Lost in the Fire" burn

Let “Lost in the Fire” burn

By Stella Huang, Staff Writer
February 5, 2019
"Angst" didn't raise awareness

“Angst” didn’t raise awareness

By Stella Huang, Staff Writer
February 5, 2019
GreenTown Los Altos' Water Quality Team started petitioning against the use of asphalt on November 16. The petition received over 150 signatures from local residents, but some supporters decided not to publicize their pledges on Change.org.

Los Altos City Council approves modified Street Shoulder Paving Policy

By Stella Huang and Ethan Ruyack
January 12, 2019
Freshmen Pari Mohan, left, and Ava Halkola, right, assume wrestling stance, preparing for their next meet in January. As the only girls on the team, they hope to set an example for other girls who are interested in joining.

Wrestling smacks down gender stereotypes

By Navya Singhai and Stella Huang
December 15, 2018

Noah Revelo’s family tradition: No (fish) guts, no glory

By Emma Kwan and Stella Huang
December 14, 2018
Junior Elena Mujica celebrates the success of the recently founded club Viva Venezuela’s boba fundraiser and discusses the club’s next steps with the members. The club has sent about 400 pounds of supplies to her aunt who is a local doctor in Venezuela, despite the strict government policies.

Elena Mujica: Spreading hope and supplies to Venezuela

By Stella Huang, Staff Writer
November 8, 2018
Juniors Steven Tang and Aaron Feldman reach for croissants. The French Club is hosting various activities from November 1 to 7 in honor of National French Week. Kylie Akiyama.

French Club celebrates its first National French Week

By Stella Huang, Staff Writer
November 4, 2018

Yes on C: Supporters Weigh In

By Stella Huang, Staff Writer
October 17, 2018
Junior Rebecca Pan is the founder of Los Altos’ Asian Student Union (ASU). After facing prejudice before moving to Los Altos, she decided to create a club for all Asians to celebrate their heritage.

Rebecca Pan: From facing prejudice to spreading pride

By Stella Huang, Staff Writer
October 7, 2018
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