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Articles by Alli Schindler
Boys Volleyball Falls to Los Altos in Tense CCS Contest
The boys volleyball team battled through four brutally close sets, 23-25, 24-26, 27-25, and 17-25, on Monday evening. Senior defensive specialist Jaden Clark offered the first serve, but a quick kill on return made it clear that Los Altos was there to put up a fight. This was followed by a brief series of M-A errors, punctuated by a couple of bad serves and net violations from the Eagles that brought the score up to 5-3 in favor of Los Altos.
Three Takeaways From Wednesday’s Board Meeting
The District Board of Trustees convened for its monthly meeting on Wednesday night. The Board held a lengthy discussion about the District’s cell phone policy, recognized the reclassification of English learners, and heard concerns from prospective East Palo Alto Academy (EPAA) students.
Softball Loses to Notre Dame in Nail-biting Fashion on Senior Night
The softball team came up short against the Notre Dame Tigers 7-6 on senior night Tuesday afternoon. The Bears kicked off the night with a touching ceremony to celebrate the team’s five seniors. Members of the team gave a special speech to each senior, sharing fond memories and thanking them for the contributions they have made to the team. Alli Schindler / M-A Chronicle Seniors pose for a photo. “We’re going to have to fill [the seniors’] presence.
Three Takeaways from Wednesday's Board Meeting
The District Board of Trustees convened for its monthly meeting on Wednesday. The Board heard public comments from proud East Palo Alto Academy (EPAA) parents, TIDE Academy updates and parent requests, and comments from M-A's student trustee. TIDE Transition Update SUHSD's Public Information Officer Naomi Hunter provided updates regarding the closure of TIDE. TIDE students shadowed at Sequoia, EPAA, Woodside, Middle College, Carlmont, and M-A on March 3.
Softball Makes Oakland Cry Mercy
The softball team defeated the Oakland Wildcats 15-0 in a three-inning game on Thursday afternoon. The Bears had outstanding batting averages and excelled on the bases, forcing the Wildcats to call the game early. The first inning started with skillful deliveries by junior pitcher Gracy Nava, making it difficult for the Wildcats to make solid contact.
Girls Soccer Falls in Heartbreaker to Salinas in CCS Semifinals
The girls soccer team fell 4-1 to the Salinas Cowboys on Wednesday evening after a strong first half gave way to a difficult stretch late in the CCS semifinal. The Bears started the match with possession and quickly worked the ball through the midfield. A Salinas handball led to a free kick from senior captain Sammy Ruiz, though the Cowboys were able to clear the ball down the sideline.
Boys Basketball Loses in Nail-Biter to Archbishop Mitty
The boys basketball team fell to the Archbishop Mitty Monarchs 47-45 on Monday night. After a rough first half, the Bears' strong second-half comeback efforts proved futile. Despite Mitty winning the tip-off and scoring an early three-pointer, senior center Aiden Atkins responded quickly with a field goal of his own. The game started with exceptionally fast ball movement and relentless defense from both teams. Numerous fouls and free throws ended the quarter with the Bears down 7-6.
The Okayest of All Time
A new basketball movie with an abnormal collection of animated animals is bringing laughs and warming hearts-and no, they didn't make another Space Jam. GOAT takes the classic tale of an underdog-or in this case, undergoat-athlete proving their worth and adds real-world complexity and depth.
"No War on Venezuela!" Protesters Gather in Redwood City
Protesters gathered on Saturday to speak out against the Trump administration's recent actions, including the U.S. military operation in Venezuela and oversteps of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), at the corners of Jefferson Avenue and El Camino Real. They settled in to protest with political signs, flags, music, and chairs. Set to begin at 11 a.m., the protest grew quickly to over 200 attendees by 11:30 a.m. People of all ages showed up to voice their opinions.
Girls Water Polo Team Escapes Alcatraz (and Hypothermia)
15 members of the girls water polo team swam from the infamous Alcatraz Island to Saint Francis Yacht Club on Sunday morning. The over 1.5-mile swim is known for its difficulty due to strong currents and frigid waters. Though many swimmers choose to complete the swim as part of the annual Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon, or join larger groups in scheduled events, the water polo team obtained a permit to complete the swim as a separate event.
Día de los Muertos Celebration Brings Joy and Remembrance
Students gathered on the Green to honor the lives of passed loved ones and celebrate Latino heritage at the Día de los Muertos celebration during lunch on Monday. Día de los Muertos-Day of the Dead-brings people together to cherish those who have passed in a celebration of life and remembrance. The event was hosted by Intercultural Leadership and featured tables and activities organized by Latino students.
Sticky Notes and Strong Opinions at Menlo Park's Parking Open House
The City of Menlo Park hosted an open house to explain research collected during its recent Downtown Parking Management Study and gather feedback on the future of parking, loading, and street space. On Sept. 25, city staff at the Arrillaga Recreation Center set up stations that displayed a variety of data and key terms from the study, inviting residents to answer questions on their stances on future parking policy.
Sabrina Carpenter Falls Short on 'Man's Best Friend'
Just days after celebrating the one-year anniversary of her sixth studio album, Short n' Sweet, pop artist Sabrina Carpenter released her seventh album, Man's Best Friend. The project encapsulates her broad range of emotions through failed relationships and comes shortly after her breakup with actor Barry Keoghan.
Three Takeaways from Wednesday's Board Meeting
The District Board of Trustees convened for its first meeting of the 2025-26 school year on Wednesday evening. The Board heard comments about former M-A Basketball Coach Mike Molieri's prolonged leave of absence and funding for District charter schools. Public Comment The meeting began with public comment. The only person to take the floor was Dan Molieri, who urged the Board to take action regarding the prolonged administrative leave of absence that his brother, M. Molieri, was placed under. D.
Seniors Celebrated for Their Hard Work at Awards Night
Seniors gathered to celebrate their many achievements at Seniors Awards Night on Wednesday night. The school also honored 14 juniors for their outstanding abilities in various subject areas. The night started with the Menlo-Atherton Awards, which are chosen by M-A faculty and departments.
Talent Shines at Annual Senior Farewell
Seniors, friends, and teachers gathered in the Performing Arts Center to celebrate the class of 2025 and their many talents at Senior Farewell on Thursday night. The annual tradition offers seniors the chance to showcase their various abilities and support one another through their last moments together as a class. The event was hosted by seniors Casey Watkins and Kasra Motamedi, who kept the energy high with jokes and audience questions between performances.
Softball Comes Up Short to Sequoia
The softball team lost to the Sequoia Ravens 7-4 on Tuesday afternoon. Sequoia started the game as their batter walked to first after four balls. After more trouble from the mound, the Ravens were able to get the bases loaded from their third walk, making way for the next batter to hit a double into the outfield. This allowed their runners on second and third to find home, putting the score at 2-0. Soon after, freshman center fielder Emma Loose caught the ball with her outstretched mit.
Dissenting Opinion: Banning Dissections Can Only Harm Students
Dissections may be a moral gray area, but they are pertinent to biology classes. As someone who dissected a fetal pig in Biology and a cat in AP Biology, I've learned far more through those experiences than I ever could have through textbooks. Dissections are some of the most informative and interesting parts of science classes. Having a physical representation of anatomy helps students understand the spacing of organs and have a tactile experience with the class material.
Three Takeaways from Wednesday's Board Meeting
The District Board of Trustees met for their monthly meeting on Wednesday, March 5. The Board recognized the mental health staff at M-A, heard comments from M-A Student Trustees, and received an update on the status of collective bargaining proposals. M-A’s mental health staff received special recognition from Superintendent Crystal Leach for their ongoing efforts to aid students and staff.
M-A Chronicle Wrapped 2024
With the year coming to a close, the M-A Chronicle gathered its data to create M-A Chronicle Wrapped. Out of the 561 stories written in 2024, here are some of the highlights. Thank you to our readers for continuing to trust and support our reporting. Click here to find out. Rose Chane (26) Tessa Ellingson (19) Celeste Zucker (18) Isabel Habibi (16) Becca Koenig (14) Click here to find out.
'Wicked' Defies Gravity and Expectations
One thing’s for certain: when you leave the movie theater after watching Wicked, you won’t be able to stop singing. The movie is the screen adaptation of Tony Award-winning musical Wicked, which is based on Gregory Maguire’s novel of the same name. As a longtime Wicked fan, I was unsure if Hollywood could do justice to the story. I was pleasantly surprised by how accurately the film captured the heart and magic of the original.
Teachers Share Their Biggest High School Regrets
Though it can be difficult to imagine your teachers as teenagers, they too were once in high school. While they have many fond memories of their high school years, they also all have some remorseful feelings. Here’s what five teachers had to say about their biggest high school regrets. “I believe that you can have regrets, but, at the same time, I am more of the philosophy that really there are no mistakes.
Five Takeaways from Wednesday’s Board Meeting
The District’s Board of Trustees met on Wednesday, Oct. 30, for their monthly meeting. The agenda included M-A’s AVID program, teacher salary schedules, test scores following detracking initiatives, and the integration of ParentSquare. During public comment, several community members continued to express their concerns about the prolonged absence of basketball coach Mike Molieri, who was placed on administrative leave at the start of the school year for unclear reasons.
Fall Pumpkin Patch Takes Over the Green
Students gathered at lunch on Monday for festive fall fun with a pumpkin patch organized by Leadership. To get into the Halloween mood, students had the opportunity to participate in hands-on activities and purchase fall-themed treats right on the Green. “I think having events like this are important for M-A because festive activities that everyone wants to participate in really bring the community together,” senior organizer Natalie Shannon said.
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