A junior and this year’s Assistant Editor-in-Chief, Jessie Chen is returning for her second year on staff ready to take on new challenges. Last year, she had an amazing time as a staff writer, guided by an amazing team. This year, her goal is to form a cooperative and welcoming workspace and edit stories to the best of her ability to play her part in helping enhance the publication’s standards. Outside of the newsroom, Jessie is a dedicated figure skater and a proud owner of a mini goldendoodle named Daisy. She is also the secretary of the school’s Biomimicry, Innovation and Entrepreneurship club and volunteers with the nonprofit Food Effect whose goal is to make nutritious meals available to everyone.
Jessie Chen, Assistant Editor-in-Chief, Workflow
• October 11, 2025
In a home game against Rancho Bernardo High School, the girls varsity tennis team defeated the Broncos in an 11-7 victory on Tuesday.
Out of the 18 total games, the team had three rounds of three...
Eight students from the school — Chutian (Andrew) Chen (12), Sarina Feng (12), Sophie Laughlin (12), Collier Lawson (12), Nila Mehta (12), Ian Smee (12), Ethan Wang (12) and Eric Xie (12) — were named...
Jessie Chen, Assistant Editor-in-Chief, Workflow
• October 1, 2025
When 16 year old Adam Raine began texting the artificial-intelligence (AI) chatbot ChatGPT, his parents believed that it was helping him with homework. Instead, according to a lawsuit filed earlier in...
Inspired by Italian ryegrass, Sormeto uses spike shaped "roots" to absorb heavy metals from the soil and transport them across the device through a tube network leading into a pod. The Falconeers aimed...
Jessie Chen, Assistant Editor-in-Chief, Workflow
• September 5, 2025
The smell of tacos and the buzz of conversation filled the school halls; parents traced their students’ footsteps from class to class. Back to School Night, an annual event held at the school for parents...
Jessie Chen, Assistant Editor-in-Chief, Workflow
• August 22, 2025
Tucked away in the back corner of the campus, Sandra Geminiani and her students learn and practice theatre. As the school’s new theatre teacher, Geminiani is excited to expand the performing arts community...
Pro - by Jessie Chen
Senior year, second semester. While most seniors are stressing over college essays and waiting months for decisions, you’re already wearing your dream school’s hoodie with an...
The school’s Science Olympiad team placed No. 4 at the San Diego Regionals held at the University of California, San Diego on March 15 and No. 16 at the Science Olympiad State Tournament held at Caltech...
As spring approaches, one annual tradition returns with its familiar sweetness: Girl Scout cookie season. Each year, troops of enthusiastic girls eagerly set up their stands, proudly wearing their sashes,...
Left to right: Conner Tsai (12), Sydney Tsai (12) and Baylin Tsai (10) watch the sunset on a stunning beach in Kapalua with their family. They also enjoyed activities such as sightseeing on the Road to Hana, ziplining and watching Lūʻau. Photo courtesy of Baylin Tsai.
At the age of 5, Tescia Konkol (11) first entered the dance studio after her parents enrolled her in dance classes to expose her to more social opportunities; not knowing that it would spark a passion...
San Diego State University reached the status of a Research 1 institution, and was recognized by the Carnegie Foundation on Feb. 13 as one of the top 5% universities in research in the United States.
To...
Since second grade, Mila Keres (11) was captivated by the sound of the violin and orchestra. As a child, attending performances with her mother sparked a curiosity that eventually led her to great success...
Editor’s note: Athlete of the month is released by ASB a week after the month ends. Stories on each athlete are delayed for this reason.
With her cleats laced up and a soccer ball at her feet, midfielder...
On Jan. 1, the gym is packed with fresh starts and new goals, an environment full of possibility, determination and untouched planners. From losing weight to saving money, the new year is a moment to reset...
As finals week approaches, students take out their No. 2 pencil to bubble in small circles on an overwhelmingly large white and green sheet. The familiar Scantron, with its rows of tiny ovals, becomes...
As the holiday season nears, festivity manifested in the form of music at the annual Winter Concert, held on Dec. 12, in the school’s Performing Arts Center.
The concert opened with the full orchestra...
Depending on the time of day, the city offers activities from hikes to climb to bakeries to visit. The drop downs below provide more detailed descriptions of options to choose from when looking to...
PALs members smile by the Kool-Aid booth. Other events included passing out red pins and candy, as well as a drunk goggle simulation. Left to right: Shyla Mighdoll (12), Ryann Holohan (10), Greta Pennock...
Pro - by Makaylah Gerling
With college decisions around the corner, students continue to stress over their submitted applications, and the years of hard work endured for this moment. With the growing...
Trick-or-treaters stand in awe before a married skeleton couple and small ghosts. This house was one of many on the street that take pride in their vibrant Halloween decorations.
After being introduced to the sport by a good friend, Kate Hu (10) found her passion for golf when she was 6 years old. Her junior golf scoreboard is currently ranked No. 55 in the nation and No. 13 in...
In a world of constantly inflating prices, many online shoppers have resorted to brands such as Temu or Shein for cheap and trendy items, particularly clothing. These brands have been facing backlash for...
In the bustling Del Mar Highlands Town Center, SunLife Organics settles in its new cozy corner beside the Sky Deck and CeramiCafe. The brightly pigmented smoothies gleamed in their cups bearing their easily...
With twinkling lights strung along the back wall and students' work showcased around the classroom, Anna Regula, a new English 9 Honors and AP Language and Composition teacher at the school, hopes to create...
A newly installed jumbotron finished construction on Ed Burke field on Sept. 16, just in time for the homecoming football game last Friday.
“Greater attendance is something the jumbotron can bring...
Since the start of the school year, multiple areas around campus have experienced maintenance issues, such as faulty air conditioning, an ant infestation and ceiling tile damage.
“We got the air conditioning...
In professional sports, the focus on physical performance often overshadows how athletes maintain their mental health under immense stress, an understated yet crucial aspect of their overall well-being....
