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A view of the Palisades fire from the seventh floor of Class of ‘24 Brielle Wong’s UCLA dormitory.
LA fires prompt alumni attending UCLA to return home at start of quarter
January 17, 2025
Donald Trump will be sworn in for his second four-year term in office on Jan. 20, 2025.
What will the next four years look like under a Trump presidency?
January 17, 2025
Jason Shiuan will be honored with the award at CASMEC on Jan. 16.
Music director named band educator of the year in California
January 15, 2025
Sophomore Lauren Song performs as Clara in Los Gatos Ballet’s production of “The Nutcracker.”
Dancers perform in ‘The Nutcracker’ with the Los Gatos Ballet
December 18, 2024
Casavant’s frequent drop-ins on water polo games and practices brought energy to the team.
In supporting student athletes, staff members make important connections
December 15, 2024
Yeung trains at a Marine infantry tactic course the summer of 2024.
Following his calling, senior seeks military path at Naval Academy
January 21, 2025
(Left) Susan Wojcicki before an interview, (Right) Saratoga parent May Wang during a talk
Honoring the life of Susan Wojcicki: A visionary female’s legacy in the tech industry
January 21, 2025
Ayyagari's most complex drum loop yet takes center stage in his new album, Realization, released on Jan. 5.
Take a look inside junior multi-instrumentalist and composer Ishir Ayyagari’s songwriting process
January 21, 2025
Taka (Scar) falls in love with Sarabi, the lioness who accidentally causes his villain arc.
‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ offers a fulfilling backstory for the classic Disney movie
January 21, 2025
Sisters Richa Moorjani and Sheherazaad are both pursuing careers in the entertainment industry.
Sister alumni navigate complex world of Hollywood and the entertainment industry
January 9, 2025
Mrs. Hasegawa, a predicted winner, is a well-known champion weightlifter (in our hearts).
What’s the strongest department on campus (physically)?
January 21, 2025
The team poses for a picture on Jan. 16 after a home victory against MacDonald.
Boys’ soccer defeats MacDonald, marks three-game win streak
January 18, 2025
Crowd arises in ovation for Falcons’ impressive comeback
Boys’ basketball rallies back from 13-point deficit, securing top spot in El Camino
January 17, 2025
The boys basketball team poses after their game with American High School on Dec. 7.
Boys’ basketball secures second place at James Lick Invitational despite key injuries
December 14, 2024
Free throw attempt from the team's recent scrimmage against Wilcox on Dec. 7.
Freshman basketball team brought back for the first time since COVID
December 13, 2024
Silicon Valley Bank collapsed in just 2023, prompting a flurry of collapses within a few months.
Bank regulation is necessary to prevent financial crises
January 21, 2025
Kash Patel
The weaponization of the presidential pardon ought to end
January 13, 2025
In a capitalist world, informed journalism takes second priority.
Billionaires should step back from publications they own
January 12, 2025
Acting Superintendent Heath Rocha is looking towards a year of cooperation.
Staff editorial: Acting Superintendent Heath Rocha is the right choice to lead the district out of recent turmoil
January 11, 2025
The logo of the Better Canvas extension for students to download.
100-word rave: “Better Canvas” is just better
December 13, 2024
Papa’s Scooperia is more than the embrace of American consumerism — it’s the perfect pastime.
Games to play when you’re mentally depleted, as the Speech and Debate team frequently is
January 21, 2025
The three best dishes we ordered at Ippudo: Akashu Modern, Chicken Karaage, and Pork Buns
Our visit to Ippudo: A cozy experience with tastes beyond ramen
January 17, 2025
If all of our icks culminated into one man, this is what he would look like.
Top 10: Icks
January 17, 2025
Piling on ten layers of clothing is not a comfortable experience.
Skiing? s-NO-w thank you.
January 15, 2025
The three bears often travel, stacked on top of each other.
‘We Bear Bears’ are still the bear-y best trio
January 12, 2025

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All content by Jennifer Jin

Girls’ basketball: Branham tops Falcons in CCS quarterfinals

Jennifer Jin and Katherine Chang
March 12, 2013

Girls’ basketball: Branham tops Falcons in CCS quarterfinals

Jennifer Jin and Katherine Chang
March 11, 2013
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Souper Bowl raises over $4,000

Jennifer Jin
February 26, 2013

Application developer’s club works on next big project

Dylan Jew and Jennifer Jin
January 24, 2013
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Girls’ basketball wins Santiago tournament

Katherine Chang and Jennifer Jin
January 18, 2013

Girls’ basketball: Team moves up to De Anza League

Jennifer Jin and Katherine Chang
November 15, 2012

Student consensus says ACT easier than SAT

Jennifer Jin
November 10, 2012

ASB hopes to introduce class representatives

Jennifer Jin and Katherine Chang
November 8, 2012

Common Core standards beneficial for all

Jennifer Jin
October 14, 2012

Students wish for more variety in school sports

Jennifer Jin
October 11, 2012

Adventures in water polo: a tale of a fish out of water

Jennifer Jin
October 11, 2012

Electoral College should reflect popular vote

Katherine Chang and Jennifer Jin
September 4, 2012
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School finishes painting, renovates copy room over summer

Jennifer Jin and Katherine Chang
September 4, 2012

Track: Athletes reflect on season

Jennifer Jin and Sophie Mattson
May 24, 2012

Spicing it up with Indian food

Jennifer Jin
May 4, 2012
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Team looks forward to CCS

Jennifer Jin and Sophie Mattson
May 4, 2012

Senior learns from the best during week in D.C.

Jennifer Jin and Denise Lin
March 30, 2012

Team adjusts to A league

Jennifer Jin and Sophie Mattson
March 30, 2012

SUSD parcel tax would help schools

Jennifer Jin
March 30, 2012

Trip to China cancelled

Jennifer Jin
March 26, 2012

Torrens’ APUSH classes re-enact World War I with socks

McKenna Galvin and Jennifer Jin
February 8, 2012

Torrens’ APUSH classes re-enact World War I with socks

McKenna Galvin and Jennifer Jin
February 8, 2012

Freshmen take on academic challenges

Jennifer Jin
February 8, 2012

Full block schedule would be more beneficial

Jennifer Jin
February 1, 2012
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Babbitt takes leave for hip surgery

Jennifer Jin
December 4, 2011

Christmas cheer declines as students get older

Jennifer Jin
December 1, 2011

Fall play takes students back to France

Allison Chang, Andy Fang, and Jennifer Jin
October 27, 2011
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School continues with makeover

Jennifer Jin
October 17, 2011

Parcel tax proves effective

Jennifer Jin and Joanna Lee
September 22, 2011

Cutting off cellphone service infringes upon free speech rights

Jennifer Jin
September 18, 2011

Runners persevere through thick and thin

Jennifer Jin
September 15, 2011

Boys’ Lacrosse: Team loses key seniors, has hopeful future

Jennifer Jin and Aasim Naqvi
May 30, 2011

Girls’ Lacrosse: Season ends with hope for improvement next year

Megan Benzing and Jennifer Jin
May 25, 2011

Requirements for ASB justified

Jennifer Jin
May 25, 2011

Lacrosse ends with hope for improvement next year

Megan Benzing and Jennifer Jin
May 25, 2011

Students get involved in government over summer

Jennifer Jin
May 24, 2011
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Girls’ lacrosse: Underclassmen add to games

Jennifer Jin
April 4, 2011

Relandscaping beneficial to education and environment

Giulia Curcelli and Jennifer Jin
March 14, 2011

Sophomore fears department stores

Jennifer Jin
March 10, 2011

Bell Tower offers scrumptious variety of food

Jennifer Jin
February 5, 2011

Taking down the stress monster: Professionals offer advice on dealing with stress

Jennifer Jin and Evaline Ju
January 26, 2011

Stress Profiles

Jennifer Jin
January 22, 2011
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Falcon Focus: Computer builder hard at work

Jennifer Jin
December 3, 2010

This or That?-Jennifer Jin’s View

Jennifer Jin
December 1, 2010

This or That?-Jennifer Jin’s View

Jennifer Jin
December 1, 2010

Legacy admissions should be abolished

Jennifer Jin
October 16, 2010
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Teacher rides both grade curves and waves

Jennifer Jin
October 14, 2010

Student plays ancient chinese instrument

Jennifer Jin
September 22, 2010
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