The Paly Voice

11/23/2024

In the Division Three semi-finals, the Vikings and Mariners played head-to-head. The second quarter ended 21-28, with the Mariners scoring with three seconds left.

11/22/2024

To kick off Thanksgiving break, the Palo Alto High School Associated Student Body collaborates with the Wellness Center to bring the spirit of gratitude to campus by hosting a Thankfulness Week throughout the week at lunch on the Quad. According to ASB Social Commissioner Jessica Wong, the activities are not only meant to encourage students. See more in the story below.

To kick off Thanksgiving break, the Palo Alto High School Associated Student Body collaborates with the Wellness Center to bring the spirit of gratitude to campus by hosting a Thankfulness Week throughout the week at lunch on the Quad. According to ASB Social Commissioner Jessica Wong, the activitie...

11/20/2024

The competition team of the Math Club at Palo Alto High School achieved 10th place overall at the Berkeley Math Tournament earlier this month, and according to math teacher and club advisor Randolph Mercado, this is their best placement in recent years. Mercado said the team has never been focused on the win but rather. See more in the story below.

The competition team of the Math Club at Palo Alto High School achieved 10th place overall at the Berkeley Math Tournament earlier this month, and according to math teacher and club advisor Randolph Mercado, this is their best placement in recent years.

11/18/2024

Money laundering. Corruption of international financial institutions. Cyber slavery. What do these have in common? They’re all a product of criminal activity in the Southeast Asian country of Cambodia. And they’re all receiving intense scrutiny from the most unlikely of scrutinizers: a lone prosecutor a world away, in Santa Clara County. Meet Santa Clara District. See more in the story below.

Money laundering. Corruption of international financial institutions. Cyber slavery. What do these have in common? They’re all a product of criminal activity in the Southeast Asian country of Cambodia. And they’re all receiving intense scrutiny from the most unlikely of scrutinizers: a lone pros...

11/17/2024

In the first CCS game of the season the Palo Alto High School Vikings beat the Half Moon Bay Cougars in a tide turning game 33-24. The Vikings are moving in the division three playoffs, playing next at Palo Alto High School November 22 at 7p.m. against the Aptos Mariners.

11/15/2024

Students flocked to more than 20 booths advertising volunteer and community service opportunities in this year’s annual Service and Wellness Fair hosted by Palo Alto High School’s YCS-Interact Club during lunch on Wednesday at the Quad. According to Aubrey Parke, high school programs manager of Youth Community Service, the fair aims to help both students. See more in the story below.

Students flocked to more than 20 booths advertising volunteer and community service opportunities in this year’s annual Service and Wellness Fair hosted by Palo Alto High School’s YCS-Interact Club during lunch on Wednesday at the Quad. According to Aubrey Parke, high school programs manager of ...

11/15/2024

Pumpkins, bowls, vases, cups and ornaments in colors ranging from red to purple and everything in between filled the tables of the ceramics studio. Eager students and visitors bustled around the room as they looked to purchase glass artwork. Palo Alto High School’s glassblowing and ceramics program held its annual Fall Fiery Arts Sale last. See more in the story below.

Pumpkins, bowls, vases, cups and ornaments in colors ranging from red to purple and everything in between filled the tables of the ceramics studio. Eager students and visitors bustled around the room as they looked to purchase glass artwork. Palo Alto High School’s glassblowing and ceramics progra...

11/15/2024

Over 100 students taking the American Mathematics Competition 10B and 12B face an unlikely retake with their test after a lockdown during testing this morning canceled the test at the Palo Alto High School library. Randolph Mercado, math teacher and Paly’s AMC administrator, said he reached out to the MAA to inquire about what will happen. See more in the story below.

Over 100 students taking the American Mathematics Competition 10B and 12B face an unlikely retake with their test after a lockdown during testing this morning canceled the test at the Palo Alto High School library.Randolph Mercado, math teacher and Paly’s AMC administrator, said he reached out to ...

11/14/2024

Yellow and magenta Diwali dresses, chalk-drawn rangoli on the floor, Henna tattoos and craft tables filled the rooms as Palo Alto held its “Festival of Lights: A Diwali Celebration” on Sunday afternoon at the Mitchell Park Community Center. The event welcomed people of all ages, bringing the community together to celebrate the holiday. Ruthann Garcia,. See more in the story below.

Yellow and magenta Diwali dresses, chalk-drawn rangoli on the floor, Henna tattoos and craft tables filled the rooms as Palo Alto held its “Festival of Lights: A Diwali Celebration” on Sunday afternoon at the Mitchell Park Community Center. The event welcomed people of all ages, bringing the com...

11/13/2024

On a brisk Thursday morning, mouth watering aromas fill Proper Foods, a cozy new spot hidden inside an office center in downtown Palo Alto. This modern eatery offers grab-and-go options for busy office workers with shelves filled with boxes, bowls and sandwiches, bringing a breath of freshness to the bustling street outside. Proper Food opened. See more in the story below.

On a brisk Thursday morning, mouth watering aromas fill Proper Foods, a cozy new spot hidden inside an office center in downtown Palo Alto. This modern eatery offers grab-and-go options for busy office workers with shelves filled with boxes, bowls and sandwiches, bringing a breath of freshness to th...

11/12/2024

Students and staff are back in classes after swatting threats prompted a lockdown at Palo Alto High School on Tuesday morning. The school-wide lockdown was initially announced at 11:34 a. m. , with a follow-up announcement lifting the shelter-in-place at 11:50 a. m. According to an X post from the Palo Alto Police Department, officers were on scene. See more in the story below.

Students and staff are back in classes after swatting threats prompted a lockdown at Palo Alto High School on Tuesday morning. The school-wide lockdown was initially announced at 11:34 a.m., with a follow-up announcement lifting the shelter-in-place at 11:50 a.m. According to an X post from the Palo...

11/05/2024

The candidates running for the three open seats on the Palo Alto Unified School District Board of Education are Rowena Chiu, Nicole Chiu-Wang, Chris Colohan, Alison Kamhi and Josh Salcman. Over the past few months, The Paly Voice has conducted interviews with each candidate and published features with the results. All five candidates represent different. See more in the story below.

The candidates running for the three open seats on the Palo Alto Unified School District Board of Education are Rowena Chiu, Nicole Chiu-Wang, Chris Colohan, Alison Kamhi and Josh Salcman. Over the past few months, The Paly Voice has conducted interviews with each candidate and published features wi...

11/04/2024

“‘What is your identity? Who are you? You can choose,’ as my father said to me, ‘be Chinese or make war and be American, but pick and don’t look back. ’” With these words, Gus Lee, author of “China Boy,” delivered a message of the importance of individuality and culture to Palo Alto High School students. See more in the story below.

“‘What is your identity? Who are you? You can choose,’ as my father said to me, ‘be Chinese or make war and be American, but pick and don’t look back.’” With these words, Gus Lee, author of “China Boy,” delivered a message of the importance of individuality and culture to Palo Alto...

11/01/2024

On Senior Night for the Palo Alto High School girls’ volleyball team, the Vikings (29-4) beat the Los Altos Eagles (13-19), 3-1, qualifying the Vikings for the Central Coast Section playoffs as league champions Monday night at home. Viking head coach Chris Crader said he is proud of the seniors for making a major impact. See more in the story below.

On Senior Night for the Palo Alto High School girls’ volleyball team, the Vikings (29-4) beat the Los Altos Eagles (13-19), 3-1, qualifying the Vikings for the Central Coast Section playoffs as league champions Monday night at home. Viking head coach Chris Crader said he is proud of the seniors fo...

10/31/2024

If you think jack-o-lanterns aren’t scary enough for Halloween, wait until you take a walk down the Jack-O-Jaunt venue in downtown Palo Alto and see some of the participants. The city held its annual Jack-O-Jaunt pumpkin carving contest Friday, at Lytton Plaza on University Avenue. The event venue bustled with hundreds of participants, more than. See more in the story below.

If you think jack-o-lanterns aren’t scary enough for Halloween, wait until you take a walk down the Jack-O-Jaunt venue in downtown Palo Alto and see some of the participants. The city held its annual Jack-O-Jaunt pumpkin carving contest Friday, at Lytton Plaza on University Avenue. The event venue...

10/30/2024

Nestled just steps away from the hustle and bustle of Zareen’s downtown, Local Kitchens — a Bay Area-based micro food hall known for offering a wide variety of food brands under one roof — recently introduced a new lineup of burgers under the Sweet Onion Burger (SOB) umbrella. The company, which operates locations throughout Northern. See more in the story below.

Nestled just steps away from the hustle and bustle of Zareen’s downtown, Local Kitchens — a Bay Area-based micro food hall known for offering a wide variety of food brands under one roof — recently introduced a new lineup of burgers under the Sweet Onion Burger (SOB) umbrella. The company, whi...