Riya Kolappa (11) is a Features Writer for The Perennial, and this is her third year on staff. This year, Riya is excited to write out-of-the-box articles, work with her ASB members, and discover new R&B music.
This issue’s food column stayed true to its name. After a slew of Instagram-worthy plates piled onto our table, we didn’t hesitate to dig right in, and were soon left feeling full, satisfied, and maybe...
Have you ever thought about what it might be like to leave everything you’ve ever known and fly halfway across the country for military training? Senior Bill Long certainly has. In a couple months, he...
It’s official. Pinewood Upper Campus is moving from the sunny hills of Los Altos to Down Under. From a land of pinecones and turkey trots to a land of beaches and kangaroos, Head of Upper Campus...
The paint brush hits the canvas, and the creative process begins. Every stroke counts toward the final art piece. Similarly, every part of Art Department Head Joy Blalock’s journey has helped her...
There was once a time when dance asks weren’t just posters. They were productions. They were extravagant. They were full of energy. However, in recent years, the amount of dance asks on campus has...
The power of one’s voice can hold more weight than just the written word alone. This notion is one that writing and social entrepreneurship teacher Michelle Gannon’s students have embodied and...
Her fingers run across the cover and pull the book open. This is the beginning of a new chapter in Eve Kulbieda’s life, one where she is the Head of Pinewood Upper Campus.
Kulbieda joined...
As Lizzo once said, “All the rumors are true.” The three Wells at Pinewood are related. English teachers David Wells and Patricia Welze and Director of Communications Katy Wells are all connected...
The Latin music comes on, and it’s time to walk on. Toes must be pointed. Arms must be straight. Movements must be sharp.
Ballroom dancing in front of hundreds of people while ensuring every detail...
Valentine’s Day — the day of love. A time to surround yourself with those who make you feel cared for. At Pinewood, one of the annual Valentine’s day traditions includes sending candy grams...
Drinking hot cocoa as “Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snow” plays on the radio. Sitting by the fireplace on frosty winter days wrapped in a fuzzy blanket. Cutting open the turkey at the dinner...
Over the summer, several Pinewood students worked in the Los Altos community, seeking to contribute in meaningful ways while making money.
Junior Shay Cornyn worked at Teaspoon,...
