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The Californian

The Official Student-Run Newspaper of California High School

The Californian

The Official Student-Run Newspaper of California High School

The Californian

Editorial

Senior skip days cost Cal $45K

Bob Allen, Guest Writer October 17, 2025

On Monday, Oct. 6, 267 seniors were absent, participating in a “Senior Skip Day” following homecoming weekend. While school traditions are a vital part of the high school experience, this event,...

Cal has too many clubs

October 17, 2025

Clubs are the cornerstone for many students’ extracurricular activities. Throughout their four years, students interact, participate or lead a Cal High club. But the school currently has way too many...

Senior pranks should be permitted

Staff Editorial June 2, 2025

When we think of senior year, we often picture college applications, senioritis, and the excitement of senior ball. But for many students, the year's highlight is the tradition of senior pranks.  Senior...

Last day of school should be enjoyable

Staff Editorial June 2, 2025

The last day of school at Cal High can be a stressful one, as many students are consumed by third and sixth period finals. But the last day of school should be a joyous one. It should be an opportunity...

Semesters need to be balanced

staff editorial May 1, 2025

High school consists of two semesters, but in the San Ramon Valley Unified School District these semesters are unbalanced. While both the first and second semesters are five months long, the first semester...

Sports teams favor players

staff editorial May 1, 2025

High school sports mark a key part of many Cal High athletes’ lives. Student athletes spend countless hours practicing, competing and perfecting their skills for the Grizzlies. With only a limited number...

Can’t limit press freedom

Staff Editorial March 21, 2025

Freedom of the press is a right promised to American citizens. But President Donald Trump is taking a stand against it. His latest attempt to block the press is by assuming control over which news outlets...

AI use should be kept in classrooms

Staff Editorial March 21, 2025

In today’s fast-changing world, artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming an increasingly significant part of our lives. From smartphones in students’ pockets to the smart devices in homes, AI is making...

The new bathroom passes are ineffective

Staff Editorial February 12, 2025

A new bathroom pass system was implemented at Cal High last month. The system uses a color-coded method for bathroom passes in different buildings and floors of the main building. The passes are also...

Budget cuts impact students’ lives

Staff Editorial February 12, 2025

The San Ramon Valley Unified School District is facing serious budget cuts with nearly $26 million in projected reductions planned for next school year. This is on top of $13.5 million that was already...

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