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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

Sophomore Edison Tam, standing, helps spot sophomore Vikram Nori as he bench presses in the weight room. Students don’t want the weights class to get larger because it would limit the availability of machines and exercise equipment.

Students fear larger classes

Sirish Aytham, Staff Writer May 29, 2026

As demand for Cal High’s weight program grows, students are pushing back against possible increases in class sizes next year. School administrators are working to accommodate an expected growing number...

Badminton players defend a dodgeball from an attacker during practice. This is one of team’s many unusual exercises used to keep players in shape for the demanding sport.

Conditioning turns badminton into sadminton

Sirish Aytham, Staff Writer May 5, 2026

Not all heroes wear capes, but many wear Grizzly badminton jerseys. A recent wave of discussion surrounding Cal High’s badminton team and its intense conditioning routine has caught the attention...

Two infamous cartoon crushes strike a pose, the devious and pious Chel from “Road to El Dorado,” and the disgraced Prince Zuko from “Avatar: The Last Airbender.” They are popular choices among teens, along with Nick Wilde and Raven.

Cartoon crushes hold hearts hostage

Sirish Aytham, Staff Writer November 20, 2025

Before we had talking stages and situationships, there were two-dimensional heartthrobs, virtually captivating our underdeveloped brains. From unbelievable face cards like Prince Zuko from “Avatar:...

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