The Official Student-Run Newspaper of California High School

The Californian

The Official Student-Run Newspaper of California High School

The Californian

The Official Student-Run Newspaper of California High School

The Californian

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Junior Gabby Reid measures out the ingredients to make a Sweet Potato Mango Spice Cake, a special Kwanzaa recipe.

Cooking up something in the kitchen

Gabby Reid and Anna Cooper December 20, 2016

Some of the best things about the holiday season are all the delicious foods that come with it. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Kwanzaa, or Hanukkah, eat vegan or traditional, there will always be a holiday...

Get cozy with Christmas films

Iris Kang, Staff Writer December 15, 2016

‘Tis the season to be Jolly and what better way to celebrate the holiday season than watching some Christmas movies. So, once it’s that time to sit back with a cozy blanket and watch your festive...

Holiday Starbucks cups launched

Holiday Starbucks cups launched

Ilene Morrisette, A&E Editor December 15, 2016

For those with a Starbucks obsession, only one thing signifies the start of the holiday season: Starbucks’ red cups. Originally launched in 1997, the cups have become a holiday tradition for Starbucks...

Cal High rehearses for the holiday season

Ariel Chow, Staff Writer December 15, 2016

The holiday season isn’t complete without some classic holiday music to get people in the mood for winter festivities.  Each year, the Cal High bands perform at winter concerts with songs that...

Should marijuana be legalized for recreational use in the state of California?

Should marijuana be legalized for recreational use in the state of California?

Kaylie Rankin and Shirin Afrakhteh November 7, 2016

YES FOR PROP 64 Kaylie Rankin Vote yes for proposition 64, which will legalize recreational marijuana in California. By doing this, the sales of marijuana will be taxed and no one under age of 21 will...

Some of 16 California propositions outlined

Julia Tjan, News Editor November 7, 2016

There is no doubt that Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton have taken center stage this election, leaving important inner-state propositions largely ignored. The 16 propositions that will appear on the...

San Ramon City Council seats are up for grabs

Sam Campopiano, Assistant News Editor November 7, 2016

Although many voters are focusing on the national election, local San Ramon city elections take place tomorrow as well. Four candidates are competing for two spots on the San Ramon City Council. ...

Presidential candidates square off

Presidential candidates square off

Gabby Reid, Staff Writer November 7, 2016

With all the buzz about tomorrow’s election, it can be almost overwhelming to take everything into account. Students that are or will be 18 by Nov 8 can legally vote, so it is important to inform...

Cal split on knee-Kaeping issue

Cal split on knee-Kaeping issue

Josh Iversen, Managing Editor September 29, 2016

Two years ago, a quiet, easygoing Cal High student stood up and explained to his sociology class why he chose to sit during the national anthem. “He presented a very thoughtful, articulate explanation,”...

Protected student expression dates back more than 50 years

Sam Campopiano, Assistant News Editor September 29, 2016

The extent of student expression and First Amendment rights has a long history. In 1965, John Tinker, 15, Mary Tinker, 13, Hope Tinker, 11, and Paul Tinker, 8, all wore black armbands to a school in...

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