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Geoffrey's Butter Chicken with a side of Garlic Naan. Staff photo: Geoffrey Franc

Tilak Review: Cozy Indian Restaurant with Takeout Vibes

Geoffrey Franc and Sonia Dholakia
April 17, 2024

Right in Menlo’s backyard, next to the Starbucks crowded with middle schoolers each afternoon, sits Tilak, the closest spot to get your Indian food fix....

Senior Chase Thompson sings “Feeling Good” by Nina Simone.

Students Put on Third Annual Voices for Hope Concert

Devon Schaefer, Sports Editor
April 16, 2024

On Sunday, March 3, Menlo students put together the third annual Menlo Voices for Hope, a benefit concert aimed at raising awareness for mental health...

Staff photo: Devon Schaefer

Arthi Abhyanker Shines in Senior Basketball Season

Amelie Giomi, Spread Editor
March 31, 2024

If someone had told senior Arthi Abhyanker last year that she would start on the varsity girls basketball team, play the whole game and receive the Honorable...

Staff illustration: Amber More and Tatum Herrin

Behind the Gloves & Goggles: Lab Technicians Serve as Integral Part of Menlo Science

Amelie Giomi, Spread Editor
March 31, 2024

Whether it’s dissecting a cow heart, sequencing DNA from the Biotechnology Research classroom, culturing mammalian cells in the cell culture facility...

‘I’m Ashamed To Be a Leader at This School Right Now’: Administrators Call for End to Bigotry Amid Expulsions

‘I’m Ashamed To Be a Leader at This School Right Now’: Administrators Call for End to Bigotry Amid Expulsions

Geoffrey Franc and Sonia Dholakia
March 31, 2024

Senior administrators announced a crackdown on “unacceptable language” in class meetings on Friday, March 15 following the expulsions of two freshmen...

Joseph Mitchell poses with his guitar.

History and Harmony: New Teacher Joseph Mitchell On His Longtime Love for Music

Cindy Olguin, Staff Writer
March 28, 2024

From singing hymns at his childhood church to being in a rock band and composing musical tracks, musical expression is an important companion in the life...

Mexico Spring Break Makes Strides Toward Inclusivity

Mexico Spring Break Makes Strides Toward Inclusivity

Sonia Dholakia and Geoffrey Franc
March 27, 2024

When senior Katie King was brainstorming a conclusion for her “Great Gatsby” essay about wealth bubbles back in 10th grade, her brother suggested writing...

Senior Allie Bienaime, a member of Menlo Dance Enrichment, dances during the first act.

Dance Innovation Lights Up Menlo Stage

Devon Schaefer, Sports Editor
March 26, 2024

On March 23 and 24, Menlo middle and upper school students performed in three shows over two days in the annual Dance Concert. This year’s theme for...

Sammie Floyd poses in front of the University of St. Andrews.

Students Pursue Education Beyond Borders

Richa Patnam, Staff Writer
March 26, 2024

Most students choose to attend college in the United States, surrounded by a comfortable familiarity. However, for those who choose to apply to college...

Aaron Lowe uses his text-input-based program to record statistics at a varsity boys basketball game.

Students Elevate Menlo Athletics by Keeping Stats

Alyssa McAdams, Opinions Editor
March 25, 2024

Menlo is known for its rigorous academic expectations, but it also is filled with an athletic spirit both in and beyond the field. While over four-fifths...

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