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The Tam News

News, Opinion, & Multimedia for Tamalpais High School

The Tam News

News, Opinion, & Multimedia for Tamalpais High School

The Tam News

News stories about Tamalpais High School and our surrounding communities

MAXIMUM VOLUME: Seniors Ryan Adams, Mitchel Wong and Matthew Tarantino (vocals/guitar, bass, and drums, respectively) perform “Aneurysm” by Nirvana at the band class concert.

Band Class Performs in Semester Concert

By Chris Yip Dec 16, 2012

The Tam Guitar and Percussion class performed in Caldwell Theater on December 6, showcasing music ranging from “ballads to rock songs,” according to senior Kel Mandigo-Stoba, one of the night’s...

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New campus supervisor Jonathan Page has taken over the job previously occupied by Wil Owens, who retired earlier in the year. Photo by: Maddie Elias

New Supervisor and Alumnus Fills Wil’s Vacancy

By Maddie Elias Dec 15, 2012

Jonathan Page arrived at Tam on November 29 to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of former campus supervisor Wil Owens earlier this year. Page is a Class of 1992 Tam graduate with 20 years...

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EMBLIDGE INSIGHT: Wesley vs. The Hobbit and 48 fps

EMBLIDGE INSIGHT: Wesley vs. “The Hobbit” and 48 fps

By Wesley Emblidge Dec 14, 2012

The way we see films is an ever changing, much debated, controversial topic. We’re in an age now where you can get any film instantly through the internet, where anyone can make a film if they have...

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GALLERY: Flooding of Miller Increases

GALLERY: Flooding of Miller Increases

By Wesley Emblidge & Chris Yip Dec 13, 2012

Miller Avenue continues to flood this week, as a result of the rising tides. Most flooding in Mill Valley is typically from heavy rainfall, but in this case the full moon has caused the water level in...

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Arman Noorani Receives Student Support Through Social Media Platforms

Arman Noorani Receives Student Support Through Social Media Platforms

By Billie Mandelbaum and Billie Mandelbaum Dec 12, 2012

In the past two weeks since the December 4 publication of “Life According to Arman: Living With Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy” in The Tam News, Arman Noorani’s Facebook page—“Arman’s Bucket...

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Library Explores Post-High School Options

Library Explores Post-High School Options

By Emma Boczek Dec 12, 2012

Mill Valley Public Library’s November 1 First Thursday event for high school students, “What Now?” explored the stories of individuals who decided to forgo college immediately following their...

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EMBLIDGE INSIGHT: Wesley vs. The 5 Worst Movies of 2012

EMBLIDGE INSIGHT: Wesley vs. The 5 Worst Movies of 2012

By Wesley Emblidge Dec 10, 2012

I saw over 140 of the movies that came out this year, the good, the bad, and everything in between. When I'm reviewing a movie almost every single week, you’re bound to run into a few duds. Some films,...

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Leadership to Hold Holiday Tree Sale

By Billie Mandelbaum and Billie Mandelbaum Dec 4, 2012

Tam Leadership’s Holiday Tree Fundraiser is set to take place this Saturday, December 8, at Tam. Tam families and community members have the option of either pre-ordering a tree online or buying it directly...

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Hawk Talk: Is Math Painful?

Hawk Talk: Is Math Painful?

By Aidan Hersh Dec 4, 2012

A study conducted at the University of Chicago in October exposed a possible connection between mathematics and physical pain. The 28 people selected for the study were shown a colored light corresponding...

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Interact Club to Distribute “Wintergrams”

By Sander Lutz Dec 3, 2012

Tam's Interact Club will be selling "Wintergrams" to students this week, December 3-7, to raise funds for victims of the recent Hurricane Sandy. The $1 price per card will aid thousands on the East Coast...

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Back Parking Lot Restrictions Changed

By Jackson Twilling Nov 26, 2012

Seniors who drive to school were surprised to learn that for the 2012-13 school year, the carpool requirement that limited access to the back parking lot (BPL) in years past has been revised by the administration. “In...

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Principal Drescher Expands on Resignation

Principal Drescher Expands on Resignation

By Chris Henn & Justin Schmidt Nov 23, 2012

Principal Tom Drescher announced on November 6 that he will be resigning to pursue a degree in Educational Leadership. Drescher’s resignation, effective June 30, will mark the end of his six years...

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