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The Paly Voice
The Student News Site of Palo Alto High School

The Paly Voice

Maya Reuven, Author

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Palo Alto High School principal Kim Diorio announced her intent to resign at the end of the 2017-2018 school year in a message to staff, students and parents this morning. Assistant principal Adam Paulson said he is saddened by the news and that finding a replacement will be a monumental challenge. “[managing] A school like Paly requires that you have the whole package so that’s going to be difficult to find [in a new principal],” Paulson said. Photo: The Paly Voice.

A community divided: Diorio’s resignation stirs mixed reactions

Maya Akkaraju, Maya Reuven, William Sallomi, Eleanor Krugler, Dylan Zou, and Allie Feitzinger
March 9, 2018
While Palo Alto High School Principal Kim Diorio is on medical leave, she is responding to district criticism regarding her handling of a on campus sexual assault allegation in 2016. In her response, Diorio emphasized transparency as well as continued progress for the Paly community. “Now, more than ever, our students deserve better,” Diorio stated.

Reprimand and rebuttal: Diorio fires back

Maya Reuven, Author
March 7, 2018
Photo: The Oscars Official Website

‘Call Me by Your Name’ demonstrates art of filmmaking

Maya Reuven and Angelina Wang
March 3, 2018
A Paly senior examines one of Golden-Globe winning Paly alumnus James Franco’s paintings displayed in the Media Arts Center. Palo Alto Unified School District Interim Supt. Karen Hendricks announced earlier today that administrators will remove Franco’s paintings from the MAC, just days after hiring workers to paint over his mural on the Student Center. “Related to this [the removal of Franco’s first mural in 2016], district staff recently considered the best interests of our students in the light of our educational mission, and decided to remove and return the remaining artwork,” Hendricks wrote. Photo: Angelina Wang

Supt.: Franco paintings to be ‘transitioned’ from MAC

Kasra Orumchian, Maya Reuven, and William Sallomi
February 1, 2018
"Game of Throws" juggling festival to open tonight

“Game of Throws” juggling festival to open tonight

Maya Reuven and Finn Mennuti
January 26, 2018
Part-time band assistant arrested after alleged south county molestation

Part-time band assistant arrested after alleged south county molestation

Julia Qiao, Maya Reuven, and Jevan Yu
January 16, 2018
Palo Alto High School administration continue their efforts to address today's data breach. In addition, administration is urging anyone with information on today’s data breach to call 650-833-4243, email dmoore@pausd.org, or provide anonymous input via a website feedback form.

Admin springs to action, cautions students following data breach

Maya Reuven and William Sallomi
October 5, 2017
A website that enables Paly students to view their class rank is circling about Paly community this morning. Administration has been notified of the apparent security breach and is responding. “It makes me really sad to hear that this tool is out here and people are curious," Principal Kim Diorio said. "This is exactly what we wanted to prevent when we took a hard stand [against weighted GPA.]" Photo: Maya Reuven

Apparent data hack provides student ranks, GPAs

Noah Yuen and Maya Reuven
October 5, 2017
Admin promotes mental health resources, "Suicide Prevention Month”

Admin promotes mental health resources, “Suicide Prevention Month”

Maya Akkaraju and Maya Reuven
August 18, 2017
OCR decision marks turning point for Paly community

OCR decision marks turning point for Paly community

Maya Reuven and Soumya Jhaveri
March 3, 2017
David MacKenzie’s "Hell or High Water" follows brothers Tanner (left) and Toby Howard (right) through a series of bank robberies in a final effort to save their estate from looming foreclosure. The film is nominated for four academy award including Best Motion Picture of the Year, Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role, Best Writing, Original Screenplay, and Best Achievement in Film Editing. Photo: The Oscars Official Website.

‘Hell or High Water’ brings new meaning to Western film

Julia Qiao and Maya Reuven
February 22, 2017
Alex Beaudry: The most single man on campus

Alex Beaudry: The most single man on campus

Kasra Orumchian and Maya Reuven
February 15, 2017
Teen Advisory Board to host Cupcake Wars

Teen Advisory Board to host Cupcake Wars

Kasra Orumchian and Maya Reuven
February 9, 2017
Locals gather at SFO in an effort to pressure officials to release five detainees as a result of Trump’s recent travel restrictions. Photo by Harrison Frahn.

Locals protest new Trump Policies at San Francisco International Airport

Daniella Maydan and Maya Reuven
January 31, 2017

Teen Arts Council movie night to feature ‘The Princess Bride’ Friday

Maya Reuven, Author
January 12, 2017
Senior debater Colin Fee (left) and junior debater Barry He (right) passionately discuss their debate successes and excitement for their bright futures.

Students halfway to qualifying for ‘Tournament of Champions’ debate

Noah Yuen and Maya Reuven
December 13, 2016
Junior Chloe Iglehart studies diligently at a local Starbucks. Photo by Maya Reuven.

Dear admin: Reduce stress, extend review days

Maya Akkaraju and Maya Reuven
December 12, 2016
Sculpture program to hold second glass sale of the year

Sculpture program to hold second glass sale of the year

Maya Akkaraju and Maya Reuven
December 1, 2016

Tradition to continue with 12th Turkey Trot tomorrow

Maya Reuven and William Sallomi
November 17, 2016
PAEA advises teachers on post election conduct

PAEA advises teachers on post election conduct

Daniella Maydan and Maya Reuven
November 15, 2016
Students and San Francisco residents participate in a similar rally outside San Fransisco city hall that took place last week. Photo by Emilia Diaz-Magaloni

Students plan “peace march” and rally for tomorrow

Maya Akkaraju and Maya Reuven
November 14, 2016

Paly students: Who’s voting and why

Daniella Maydan and Maya Reuven
November 7, 2016
Palo Alto High School senior Maya Katz speaks out in support of having a weighted GPA reported on transcripts. Katz is one of the most vocal students in support of weighted GPAs. Photo: Sid Sharma

Petition urges board to reconsider GPA decision

Maya Reuven, Author
November 3, 2016
Spirit Week 2016 in review

Spirit Week 2016 in review

Julia Qiao and Maya Reuven
October 27, 2016
Seniors end final day of Spirit Week strong

Seniors end final day of Spirit Week strong

Bianca Al-Shamari and Maya Reuven
October 22, 2016
Spirit Week Day Four results

Spirit Week Day Four results

Maya Akkaraju and Maya Reuven
October 21, 2016

The problem with our theme selection process

Maya Reuven, Author
September 23, 2016
Verbatim: Freshman on adjusting to high school

Verbatim: Freshman on adjusting to high school

Daniella Maydan and Maya Reuven
September 18, 2016
Stolen Stanford golf cart appears on campus

Stolen Stanford golf cart appears on campus

Maya Reuven and William Sallomi
September 15, 2016
Admin to investigate streaking incident on Quad

Admin to investigate streaking incident on Quad

Chirag Akella and Maya Reuven
September 15, 2016
Wellness Center to hold "grand opening"

Wellness Center to hold “grand opening”

Aisha Chabane and Maya Reuven
September 6, 2016
Admin changes Friday minimum day curriculum

Admin changes Friday minimum day curriculum

Maya Reuven, Author
September 1, 2016
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