Homestead High School's student newspaper

The Epitaph

Homestead High School's student newspaper

The Epitaph

Homestead High School's student newspaper

The Epitaph

Puerto Rico is struggling to provide for its people. The US government refuses to give necessary aid.

Puerto Rico left shattered by disrespect, disaster

By Leila Salam and Claire Oh March 11, 2020

Puerto Rico has undergone ridiculous hardships over the past few years. From devastating Category 5 hurricanes to 5.8 earthquakes, it’s a miracle that the U.S. territory is still in one piece.  Despite...

The boys varsity basketball team brings great effort to the court for their final game.

Seniors say farewell to high school basketball

By Yukari E. Zapata March 9, 2020

For the senior varsity basketball players, Feb. 12 marked the last high school game they will ever play.  Senior night is a time where players and their families come together to celebrate their...

Demi Lovatos latest album is honest and transparent, easily connecting her personal experiences with those of her fans.

From ‘Tell Me You Love Me’ to ‘I Love Me’: Demi Lovato releases new anthem

By Andrea Sun March 9, 2020

When I was in fifth grade, my friend introduced me to “Heart Attack” by Demi Lovato. At the time, it was a catchy song with extremely high notes that I blasted for fun. But as time went on, 10-year-old...

Wrestling can provide several benefits, from stress relief to building determination and confidence.

Wrestling builds confidence, acts as outlet to relieve stress

By Shruti Magesh, Katelynn Ngo March 6, 2020

Wrestling can be associated with physical strength, however it can also lay the foundation for long term goals: from accountability to discipline and resilience, according to Team USA. And, students...

What makes the ELD program so special is the diversity of people from different backgrounds coming together.

ELD department helps students overcome language barriers

By Karuna Chandran March 6, 2020

While HHS offers a myriad of classes, there is one thing they all have in common: they require a mastery of the English language. However, not all students are fluent in English. To solve this, the English...

The fence around the construction was set to recede this week, but due to unforeseen issues with the concrete pouring, the pathway will remain closed for at least another three weeks.

Construction will continue following GSS, safety concerns remain

By Shreya Partha March 2, 2020

The closed off walkway between the A and C buildings was scheduled to be opened up slightly to create a small path again during the week of March 2, assistant principal Denae Nurnberg said. However, due...

HHS Mock Trial became county champions after defeating CHS in the county finals.

Mock Trial makes history, heads to LA for states

By Nitya Kashyap and Allen Zhang March 2, 2020

Mock Trial made history on Feb. 25 after defeating CHS to become county champions. For the first time in Mock Trial history, the team made it to the Santa Clara County finals held in the Old Courthouse...

Future plans, personal interests to be considered during course selection

By Bryan Ruiz March 2, 2020

The online window for course selection opens today on Infinite Campus and closes on Tuesday, March 11, according to the HHS website. As students consider their course selection options and, in particular...

While it’s completely normal to feel overwhelmed by the environmental crisis, letting go of that fear and instead working toward sustainability will benefit the planet in the long run.

Protect the Parks: Dealing with Eco-anxiety

By Jane Park March 2, 2020

Eco-anxiety.  A term for the terrifying doom caused by environmental destruction.  According to Medical News Today, a 2018 national survey found that almost 70 percent of people in the United...

Wins, losses aside, girls soccer focuses on sisterhood, community

By Katelynn Ngo February 27, 2020

At the beginning of every single halftime during a soccer game, junior Jackie Khuong — who plays defense — and junior Abby O’Neill — who plays center mid, perform a handshake. If they don’t do...

Biology teacher Sukhraj Sohal was a wrestler and played football while a student at Los Gatos High School.

Beyond high school sports

By Melody Chen and Shreya Partha February 27, 2020

From homemade jerseys to a team built on comradery, HHS teachers share unique athletic experiences from their high school years. Sports have, in fact, left a deep impression on a few teachers who have...

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