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The Class of ‘25 lines up to take their final bow at the end of the first show.
Indian Cultural Awareness Club puts on 20th annual Bombay in the Bay show with stunning costumes and energetic music
February 22, 2025
At the very minimum, active advertising of harmful, addictive substances shouldn’t be constantly exposed to children going to school.
In a bad sign, ever more marijuana shops are popping up near schools
February 14, 2025
The high school Jazz Band performs their set on Jan. 17.
18 musicians accepted into state-wide conference
February 14, 2025
Sunder Pichai remains CEO of Google despite his countless blunders.
Workers lose their jobs when CEOs fail at their jobs
February 14, 2025
Kim performs “Romeo and Juliet” Fantasy Overture by Tchaikovsky with the NYO2 orchestra in Dallas on Aug. 6.
Practice takes senior musician to Carnegie Hall and beyond this summer
February 13, 2025
Junior Arjun Krish, Class of `23 alumnus Adam Xu and his mentor Dr. Liang Li stand in front of Krish’s lab station in the summer of 2024.
Junior researches for a cure for glaucoma
February 16, 2025
Free Luigi” merchandise has been growing rapidly on online shopping platforms.
Analysis: Luigi Mangione’s case of vigilante justice reflects American glorification of violence
February 15, 2025
Matt Walsh’s brand new documentary reveals the dark side of DEI movements.
‘Am I Racist?’ — mockumentary takes a deep dive into DEI and presents ideas worth considering
February 14, 2025
Senior Michelle Ho poses in her lab coat holding a small flask.
Senior explores genetic underpinnings of arthritis in her research
February 14, 2025
“Nature’s Chance Encounter” along with many others of senior Amy Pan’s paintings adorn the Saratoga Library Group Study Room.
Senior represents nature through texture, visuals, and ambiance through both physical and digital mediums
February 13, 2025
Members of the dance team hold a pose in their competition pom routine, performing at the girls’ basketball game on Jan. 17.
Dance team brings back traditional halftime basketball performances
February 22, 2025
Competitions like the World Cup are popular in both soccer and futsal respectively.
What makes futsal the kicker for soccer players?
February 15, 2025
The seniors pose for a picture after winning 3-1 against Cupertino.
Boys’ soccer qualifies to CCS after 3-1 victory over Cupertino on Senior Night
February 14, 2025
Students utilize the school’s weight room to keep fit during the season and off-season.
Student athletes adapt to avoid “falling off” during the offseason
February 13, 2025
Senior Saatvik Kommareddi spins past a defender at a game on Jan. 18.
Boys’ basketball team suffers first loss but clinches CCS qualification
February 11, 2025
In large classes, it’s difficult to share my opinions often.
Why class sizes should not exceed 30
February 14, 2025
With the release of more AI language models like Deepseek, we are hopeful to see a future of the industry with more diverse options for users.
Public attention on DeepSeek fuels discussion about AI development
February 14, 2025
The progressive movement reached its peak in 2020, during COVID-19.
The Progressive movement is on the outs
February 12, 2025
2024 electoral map
In a splintered U.S., consecutive two-term presidents may become rare
February 11, 2025
AI Safety is not a joke.
To prevent disastrous outcomes, inherently evil AI growth needs to halt
February 11, 2025
Junior Ishir Ayyagari flexes after an arm workout.
New year, new goals: Three juniors give advice about how to stick to your workout resolutions
February 15, 2025
It’s time to use those cold emailing skills (and your $29.99 monthly LinkedIn Premium subscription) to get LinkedUp.
Top 10: ways to get a valentine next year
February 14, 2025
I practice the guitar in my room during my free time.
This is a PSA to take up a new instrument (in my case, a guitar)
February 14, 2025
Hello.
A letter to my senior year self
February 13, 2025
Some wonderful new year's resolutions that you should try out!
Top 10: New Year’s Resolutions
February 13, 2025

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All content by David Sparkman

Perspectives: A look into drug and alcohol culture on campus

Rachel Hull, Megana Iyer, and David Sparkman
March 13, 2014
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Robotics has strong showing at first competition

Aditya Chaudhry and David Sparkman
March 11, 2014

Robotics gears up for another season

Aditya Chaudhry and David Sparkman
February 14, 2014
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M-SET to host competition

Aditya Chaudhry and David Sparkman
November 21, 2013

Robotics places 3rd; makes it to semifinals at competition

Aditya Chaudhry and David Sparkman
October 28, 2013
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Photo or Graphic for: Homecoming review: Class of ’17 dances impressively, but Quad Day plot hard to follow

Jonathan Young
October 2, 2013

Food trucks added to lure students to Homecoming setup days

Arjun Ramanathan and David Sparkman
September 26, 2013
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Photo or Graphic for: Commissioners hope successful ‘70s-themed rally a sign of things to come

Jonathan Young
September 5, 2013

German exchange student adjusts to changes

David Sparkman and Oksana Trifonova
September 5, 2013
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Photo or Graphic for: SHS dance team returns to the dance floor

Allison Lin and Megan MacInnes
August 29, 2013

MSET Season Wrap-up

David Sparkman
May 27, 2013

APES students take annual field trip watch elephant seals

David Sparkman and Priyanka Nookala
April 3, 2013

Former students give advice on college process

David Sparkman
March 20, 2013
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Photo or Graphic for: Saratoga beats Redwood in interstaff charity basketball game that raises $10,000

Samuel Liu and Derek Sun
March 11, 2013

History trip to Normandy cancelled

David Sparkman
February 4, 2013
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FTC team heads to NorCal Championship

Minu Palaniappan and David Sparkman
February 4, 2013
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Photo or Graphic for: Superstar freshman seizes the stage

Allison Chang and Megana Iyer
January 17, 2013
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Photo or Graphic for: Athletes remark on effects of starting a sport after freshman year

Sarah Finley
January 17, 2013

MSET expands with new competitions

David Sparkman and Stanley Yip
December 16, 2012

Teacher decorates classroom for the holidays

David Sparkman
December 16, 2012

Curse-ive: archaic writing form unnecessary

David Sparkman and Lauren Louie
December 16, 2012
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The new Bond movie: A must see

David Sparkman
December 16, 2012

It’s time to re-think six-week grading periods

David Sparkman and Jay Mulye
October 14, 2012
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Photo or Graphic for: Classroom stories: A ‘heated’ day in physics

Amy Jan
September 16, 2012
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Photo or Graphic for: New clubs shine at Club Day, old ones merge

Rohan Rajeev and Minu Palaniappan
September 26, 2012
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Endeavor’s fly-over wows teachers and students alike

David Sparkman
September 26, 2012
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Photo or Graphic for: Yim’s funny stories contrast with his tough reputation

Bruce Lou
September 19, 2012
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Photo or Graphic for: Davey named Teacher of the Year

Grace Ma
May 24, 2012
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Photo or Graphic for: School’s population growth creates challenges, leads to relocation of preschool

Aashna Mukerji
May 17, 2012
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Photo or Graphic for: Physics students construct catapults to soak teachers

Allison Chang
May 17, 2012

MSET 649 makes history at Central Valley Regional

Minu Palaniappan and David Sparkman
May 11, 2012

MSET 649 excels at Central Valley Regional

Minu Palaniappan and David Sparkman
May 8, 2012
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Photo or Graphic for: Powderpuff energizes school

Jonathan Young
April 24, 2012

Khan he help us? Flipping classroom still needs work

Cristina Curcelli and David Sparkman
February 6, 2012

Robotics divides into sub-teams for build-season

David Sparkman
January 29, 2012

The LG Christmas parade: A great way to start the holiday season

David Sparkman
December 9, 2011

Choir tradition ended due to finals schedule

David Sparkman
December 9, 2011

MSET raises money for the 2012 season robot

David Sparkman
December 9, 2011

Brass culture: Players share more than meets the eye

David Sparkman
November 2, 2011

Behind the curtains: The Tech Crew goes to work

David Sparkman and Nelson Wang
September 22, 2011

Talking Tech: Guru keeps SHS running smoothly

David Sparkman and Nelson Wang
September 22, 2011
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