Ben van Zyll

Paly adapts evacuation procedure, curriculum following World War II

March 21, 2018

With the World War I era coming to a close and the World War II era just beginning to ignite (without the United States), Paly introduced a new course for students for interested in the anatomy of wars and, mor...

Wrestling team qualifies for CIF state championships

Ben van Zyll

March 1, 2018

Winter Sports, Wrestling

After a valiant Central Coast Section (CCS) tournament effort, two Paly wrestlers, junior captain Andrew Wang and senior captain Calvin Grewal, will be heading to the CIF State Championships. Wang and Grewal h...

Wahlberg chain restaurant brings quality burgers to downtown

Ben van Zyll and Eric He

February 28, 2018

Food, Lifestyle

One of the latest additions to the already bustling scene of downtown Palo Alto, Wahlburgers, located on 185 University Ave., is a must-visit if you are craving a delicious, hearty meal with a lively ambiance. ...

Wrestling, working and winning

Ben van Zyll

February 12, 2018

Sports, Winter Sports, Wrestling

With a recent victory against crosstown rival Henry M. Gunn High School, the wrestling team has had a winning start to the 2017-18 campaign. Junior captain Andrew Wang has played a role in the team’s success a...

After successful opener, wrestling team optimistic for season

Ben van Zyll

December 6, 2017

Sports, Winter Sports, Wrestling

The Half Moon Bay High School gym hosted the 51st annual Peninsula Wrestling Tournament, where the Palo Alto High School wrestling team started off the winter season with varsity finishing third out of 37 teams...

Popular rappers struggle with law despite success

Ben van Zyll

December 6, 2017

Arts & Entertainment, Lifestyle

The hip-hop music industry has allowed many young rappers to build successful careers while gaining large followings along the way. Although thousands of fans obsess over their catchy songs, many often fail to ...

High-ranked teams to miss 2018 World Cup

Ben van Zyll

November 9, 2017

Sports

With world class teams missing out on a trip to the 2018 Russia World Cup, many soccer fans will mourn the absence of their favorite teams in this highly-anticipated event. There are multiple powerhouse men’...

Annual College Fair held at Peery Family Center

Ben van Zyll

October 18, 2017

News

With over 100 representatives from colleges all around the world, the 2017 Palo Alto College Fair was an opportunity for students to pursue possible post-high school destinations. Students often view the ann...

Sneakerhead culture sparks rising interest in uncommon shoes

Ben van Zyll

September 27, 2017

Lifestyle

With the rising popularity of collecting and showing off rare shoes, the “sneakerhead” lifestyle has many Paly students following the trend. There are a growing number of shoe brands developing cult-like fol...

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