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Mothers of middle and high school students from across the Bay Area listen to MomsConnect 2024 panelists on Sept. 22.
Safine among panelists for non-profit Chai with Moms inaugural event
October 10, 2024
Ward talks to a representative from Hult International Business School as part of a college fair on Sept. 23
The CCC’s services are here to help students through the application process
October 5, 2024
To conserve paper and reduce the risk of cheating, College Board has made the decision to transition toward an almost fully digital testing model for their Advanced Placement (AP) courses.
Changes to AP testing procedures set to take effect in 2025
October 5, 2024
“A Dark Future” currently holds three titles: Lift-off Global Network Sessions Official Selection, Official Winners of the One Earth Film Festival Young Filmmakers Contest and Regeneration International Youth Film Selection.
MAP grade 11 project “A Dark Future” wins International Environmental Film Award
September 29, 2024
During their first meeting on Sept. 12, Slime Club members mix a large bowl of glue with an activator to make slime.
New Slime Club is drawing over 60 members each meeting
September 26, 2024
A screenshot of SHS Fizz where students post content ranging from academics to shower thoughts
New SHS-focused Instagram confessions page stirs concerns
October 4, 2024
The crevice is widening between the ideologies of America’s two leading parties.
Deepening political divides are fragmenting America
September 26, 2024
History classes rely on using reliable sources when discussing political events.
When politics intrude into the classroom
September 26, 2024
Big data corporations like Disney are more involved in data stealing than you may think.
Behind a curtain of ‘transparency,’ many companies process user data undercover
September 25, 2024
A name like that might just give poor X a case of torrential bullying.
Elon Musk cursed his son by naming him X æ A-xii Musk
September 24, 2024
Young NFL stars James Cook and Marvin Harrison Jr. celebrated their breakout campaigns in blowout victories.
Fantasy Football Overview Weeks 1-4: Wild breakout performances and disappointing injuries
October 5, 2024
On Aug. 24, Zhang competes in the 50-meter freestyle in the preliminary round at Junior Pan-Pacific Championships.
Talented swimmer goes to Australia to compete at 2024 Junior Pan-Pacific Championships
September 30, 2024
Freshmen Delsin Dizoglio and Kaylee Ren play physical tic-tac-toe in period 6 P.E.
New mandatory P.E. rule for freshmen goes into effect
September 29, 2024
The Falcons huddle before their first scrimmage of the season against Evergreen on Sept. 5th.
Football team sees hard work pay off as a dominant 42-7 win against the Pioneers places them 2-0 in league
September 29, 2024
In last year’s matchup with Santa Clara, senior Sydney Riera controls the game from the middle of the field.
Field hockey team hopes to find improvement during rebuild
September 24, 2024
The balance of power at the school sites is heavily outweighed by the district.
Staff editorial: As the board levels up on district office personnel, LG and SHS staff suffer negative impacts
October 10, 2024
The Monopoly theme is a mere shadow of what it could have been.
This year’s Homecoming theme for the senior class is a major disappointment
October 10, 2024
Kamala Harris represents the U.S. in international politics.
Kamala Harris brings long-awaited and indispensable gender and ethnic representation to U.S. politics
September 30, 2024
No phone use on campus will prove to be a health and safety hazard.
Cell phones have a healthy and necessary role in schools
September 26, 2024
In the dark reality of social media, family channels have let money and fame blind them.
YouTube Family channels too often lead to child exploitation
September 24, 2024
Real-life image of my friend with AirPods while studying.
Top-10 classical music pieces to take a listen to
October 5, 2024
The library is the perfect place to work
100-word rave: A love letter to tutorials
September 26, 2024
An example of a WeTip poster depicting the impact of negative comments hangs in Meghan Laws’ English classroom.
WeTip posters aim to provide a way to report harassment, bullying and other issues
September 26, 2024
Stationery products from Muji
Top 10 best stationery brands
September 24, 2024
A paper knife is like trying to become an academic weapon — it’s not as magnificent or sustainable as it appears.
New year, new habits: I tried to become an academic weapon
September 24, 2024

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All content by David Fan

Career Day cancelled due to scheduling conflicts

David Fan
March 9, 2017
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Senior creates ‘Hamlet’-themed card deck

Leena Elzeiny and David Fan
March 8, 2017

Falsifying residency remains an alternative for moving into Saratoga schools

David Fan and Kyle Wang
February 9, 2017

Music building on track to be completed in August

Kevin Chow and David Fan
January 30, 2017

The college decision horse race: Students need to focus on themselves

David Fan
January 23, 2017

CASSY presentation provides information about dating violence

David Fan
November 25, 2016

Senior Siemens finalist researches dental stem cells

Kevin Chow and David Fan
November 20, 2016

Too rich for FAFSA? Still apply.

Kevin Chow and David Fan
November 14, 2016

Senior claims spot in Siemens regional finals

David Fan
October 29, 2016

Crossword Answers

David Fan
October 18, 2016

Senior discovers his passion through the internet

David Fan and Jay Kim
October 14, 2016

Legalization of marijuana would benefit law enforcement

David Fan
October 7, 2016

Top 10 things to do during the beginning of the school year

David Fan
September 8, 2016

Colleges: Can we start writing essays yet?

David Fan
September 7, 2016
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Big ideas explored at 2nd TEDxSaratogaHighSchool

David Fan
April 26, 2016

Teachers adjust workloads to lessen stress

David Fan and Neil Rao
April 25, 2016

Full Canvas implementation provides easier accessibility for students

David Fan
April 23, 2016

Despite multiple losses, Falcons hope to be competitive at league meet

David Fan and Ami Nachiappan
April 23, 2016

Epic Rap Battles make history memorable

David Fan
April 21, 2016

Junior sprinter leads team with experience

David Fan and Ami Nachiappan
March 14, 2016

Club Rush fundraises for clubs and sports teams

Caitlyn Chen, David Fan, Elizabeth Lee, and Neil Rao
March 10, 2016

Indian culture, dance enthusiasm spread through travel groups

David Fan and Neil Rao
March 8, 2016

Junior learns life lessons from competitive table tennis

David Fan and Jason Zhao
March 8, 2016

Speaker stresses student independence

David Fan
February 10, 2016

School works to prepare for new security technology

David Fan and Claire Rhee
January 17, 2016

Sophomore athlete exhibits great skills in three sports

David Fan
January 16, 2016

EDM’s increasing popularity reshapes music culture

David Fan
January 13, 2016

Boys’ cross country wins Division III at CCS; team advances to states

David Fan and Ami Nachiappan
November 16, 2015

Peterson paces XC to CCS victory

David Fan and Ami Nachiappan
November 16, 2015

Top 10 things to be thankful for

David Fan and Oksana Trifonova
November 13, 2015

Enrollment drops as freshman class numbers decline

David Fan and Frederick Kim
November 9, 2015

Celebratory breakfast honors 39 National Merit semifinalists

David Fan
October 27, 2015

Schedule changed for PSAT week

David Fan
October 27, 2015

New boys’ cross country coach propels team

David Fan and Ami Nachiappan
October 9, 2015

Girls’ cross country loses key runners to injuries

David Fan and Ami Nachiappan
October 8, 2015

Cross Country aspires to improve

David Fan and Ami Nachiappan
September 4, 2015

New courses emphasizing creativity and music bring more variety to curriculum

David Fan
September 1, 2015

New ‘Star Wars’ movie and attractions excite fans

David Fan
August 31, 2015

Cross country meet schedule affected by construction

David Fan and Ami Nachiappan
August 29, 2015

MAP teacher will teach at Mitty next year

David Fan and Jason Zhao
May 22, 2015

Rotary Art Show amazes visitors once again

David Fan
May 16, 2015

Senior servant day means raising money for a good cause and embarrassment

David Fan and Jason Zhao
May 13, 2015

Jon Stewart leaves ‘The Daily Show’: what now?

David Fan and Helen Wong
March 22, 2015

Early start, early release on March 4 for collaboration with Redwood

David Fan and Jason Zhao
March 3, 2015

M-SET tackles recycle rush

Aditya Chaudhry and David Fan
February 9, 2015

Elite summer programs might not be worth the thousands they cost

David Fan
February 5, 2015

Mod Pizza delivers in taste and satisfaction

David Fan and Jason Zhao
January 28, 2015

Lol, League is a sport?

David Fan and Jason Zhao
December 5, 2014

Sum runs to 2nd-place finish

David Fan and Ami Nachiappan
December 3, 2014

English Department’s tutoring guide aims to clarify standards

David Fan
December 1, 2014

Boys’ water polo ends season with fifth place finish in League Tournament

David Fan and Andrew Jiang
November 12, 2014

Junior pursues airsoft as hobby

David Fan and Isabelle Tseng
November 3, 2014

Sophomore fencer competes internationally

David Fan and Jason Zhao
October 27, 2014

Robotics rebuilds for a new year

Aditya Chaudhry and David Fan
September 19, 2014
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