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Nicole Hao’s art piece is now displayed in downtown Los Gatos.
Junior artist wins local art competition
September 7, 2024
The Instagram post on the @toga.2028 account announcing the results of the freshman class election.
School leadership chooses to elect freshman class officers after school starts
September 6, 2024
Drama students pose for a picture outside the Central Hall Studio.
Drama program refreshes after two weeks at prestigious Fringe Festival in Scotland
August 31, 2024
The crowd collects for the 2024 Democratic National Convention.
Senior works at the Democratic National Convention as a member of the digital team
August 31, 2024
Leadership students working on various projects during class.
ASB prepares to host open meetings for all students during tutorial
August 31, 2024
A mango dragon fruit lemonade refresher.
100-word rave: Starbucks iced drinks are the greatest start to any day
September 3, 2024
Following my advice will guarantee your success!
A senior’s guide to surviving (and thriving in) APUSH
August 31, 2024
Main entrance of Ulavacharu Tiffins
Senior Mag 2024: The best places to go off-campus to at lunch
June 3, 2024
The proud group poses with Ms. Daly next to their feast.
Senior Mag 2024: An APUSH BBQ feast provides a memorable final
June 3, 2024
Current MAP seniors at Universal Studios on the MAP LA trip in junior year
Senior Mag 2024: 2 seniors reflect on what made their MAP experience memorable
May 30, 2024
The runners explore many routes in Saratoga, venturing to roads such as Elva Avenue.
Cross country season preview: Tippetts returns to coach boys while professional runner steps up to coach the girls
August 31, 2024
Beach volleyball is a great way to exercise and have fun with your friends.
Discovering our new favorite summer pastime, beach volleyball
August 24, 2024
Senior pitcher Aiden Chen announces his verbal commitment to the Claremont-Mudd-Scripps athletic program on Aug. 14.
Senior pitcher verbally commits to Claremont McKenna
August 24, 2024
The 2024 CCS bracket.
Softball falls 7-0 to Capuchino in CCS
May 26, 2024
Junior Aiden Chen winds up for a pitch against Santa Clara on May 9.
Baseball falls short of CCS but builds for the future
May 23, 2024
Summer program group bonding at Disneyland :D
While summers can bolster academics, they can also provide many other valuable opportunities
September 7, 2024
The depraved depths of the internet.
Child influencer accounts have a predator problem
September 7, 2024
A map of the 16th District, which includes Saratoga.
The local district election: Ranked voting provides a way to ensure true competition
September 7, 2024
Women Paralympic athletes run in the 2016 Rio Olympics.
Is the official Paralympic social media team using their athletes for clout?
September 7, 2024
Boycotting of large brands like Starbucks, McDonalds, and Nestle have been at the forefront of social movements.
Boycotting presents an effective strategy for tackling modern-day issues
September 4, 2024
Messages such as this one will make you an academic weapon.
Burned out? Here are three study methods you’ve never heard of to help you bring your A-game
September 7, 2024
Midday naps are easy-peasy for me with the help of ASMR.
Listen up: Don’t shame me for indulging in ASMR
September 7, 2024
My own attempt at the movie poster.
‘It Ends With Us’ polishes Booktok’s darling into solid DA awareness movie
September 7, 2024
There are multiple great times to arrive to class.
Top 10: times to arrive to journalism in the morning
September 4, 2024
Wondering where you should eat? Don’t worry, here are a few recommendations.
My Top 10 Restaurants In the South Bay
September 1, 2024

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Kathy Wang, Editor-in-Chief

All content by Kathy Wang
Inside look of the Music Building bathroom — a treasure in itself. (Boys bathroom)

Secrets revealed: the best bathrooms on campus

William Cao and Kathy Wang
May 22, 2024
A chair-full experience: Two students sharing the same seats across different periods discuss their opinions on their seating

A chair-full experience: Two students sharing the same seats across different periods discuss their opinions on their seating

Kathy Wang and Beverly Xu
May 20, 2024
The poster for the “Zap” play

Drama invited to attend Festival Fringe in Scotland for first time in almost two decades

Kathy Wang
May 5, 2024
An art piece submission, “Serenity’s Embrace: Canyon Whispers” by Claire Kim from Issue 1: “Make Your Dreams Come True.”

Asian Anthology: literary journal co-founded by local high schoolers

Amy Luo and Kathy Wang
April 18, 2024
Introduction to Business and Physics teacher Kirk Davis

Davis to retire after 17 years at school

Emma Fung and Kathy Wang
March 30, 2024
AP U.S. history teacher Faith Stackhouse Daly

History teacher honored with University of Chicago ‘Outstanding Educator Award’

Kathy Wang
February 17, 2024
The five contestants (left to right) — Derek Liang, Anika Kapasi, Beverly Xu, Kathy Wang and Tara Natarjan — line up behind their boards.

The Charcuterie Board Beatdown: which reporter will make the breaking board?

Anika Kapasi, Derek Liang, Tara Natarajan, Kathy Wang, and Beverly Xu
February 14, 2024
The current science building, which was established in 2002

Biology teacher recalls her past teaching experiences in the old science classrooms

Kathy Wang
February 10, 2024
Rows of guitars displayed on the wall at the guitar store, Diamond Music.

Groovy guitar gamble: Alumni runs thriving guitar shop in downtown

Amy Luo and Kathy Wang
February 8, 2024
One of the chefs from Kito’s Taco Shop, Juan, grills tomatoes for the salsa.

Spanish teacher balances teaching and co-running startup Mexican food restaurant

Kathy Wang and Andy Zhu
February 6, 2024
Senior Maddy Hubb strikes a pose on her horse.

Equestrian vaulters find community while competing at an international and national level  

Kathy Wang
February 1, 2024
Freshman Dylan Zuo takes the rear wheel off to clean a bike’s cassette.

Riding low: Freshman starts small business offering bike-fixing services

William Cao and Kathy Wang
January 30, 2024
On Oct. 17, Spanish club members listen attentively to a presentation about tacos by the club officers.

Spanish Club shows what is possible for a cultural club

Kathy Wang
December 20, 2023
A delicious fortune cookie

Fortune cookies may not crack me up, but I sure do crack them (and myself) up

Kathy Wang
December 15, 2023
On Dec. 5, music director Jason Shiuan conducts a Saratoga Strings practice during fourth period orchestra.

Saratoga Strings to play three world premiere pieces at Midwest Clinic

Emma Fung and Kathy Wang
December 8, 2023
Downtown’s Christmas tree lights up the dim evening.

Annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony brings community together

Amy Luo and Kathy Wang
December 3, 2023
Senior Sahar Noor poses with her fellow Persian dancers after her performance at the Beshkan Dance Academy.

Persian dancing: Childhood festivals inspire senior’s lifelong passion

Emma Fung and Kathy Wang
November 8, 2023
Seniors Riley Alves and Ashly Henry dressed as skeletons during the school's Trunk or Treat event on Oct. 28.

All dressed up: Creating terror-ific memories to celebrate the spooky season

Shirina Cao, Kathy Wang, and Beverly Xu
November 5, 2023
Senior Carine Chan in position to swing her golf club during practice on Oct. 19.

A long shot: After losing a star player, girls’ golf has tougher time securing wins

Kathy Wang
October 21, 2023
Science teacher Kristen Thomson performs in the front row of the quad day staff performance.

Staff Spirit House program sparks excitement among staff

Sasha Prasad and Kathy Wang
October 21, 2023
Senior Hannah Shaw performs a dance to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Sejong Korean School.

Senior finds creative expression through Korean folk dance

Kathy Wang
October 18, 2023
I know the toilet will murder me if I don’t run away fast enough.

Sorry, Mom, I’m too scared to flush the toilet

Kathy Wang
September 29, 2023
Junior Sarah Lim marks her last putt at Baylands during the team's second match of the season on Aug. 30.

Early season update: Girls’ golf team banks on returning players 

Kathy Wang
September 24, 2023
Seniors sing along for their weekly karaoke activity.

A happy place for all: Elderly find community at the Saratoga Senior Center

Amy Luo and Kathy Wang
September 24, 2023
A personification of ChatGPT bot.

As school year concludes, ChatGPT cheating contention simmers to a boil

Andrew Lin and Kathy Wang
May 27, 2023
An “Under Construction” sign replaces the old sign — that showed the opening hours of the track and field.

Safety concerns necessitate summer renovations for track surface and football field turf

Kathy Wang
May 27, 2023
Senior Rosie Kline throws the ball during her water polo match.

Senior spends her evenings coaching competitive swimming at the YMCA

Kathy Wang
May 19, 2023
Plant supervisor Paul Weir, who is a certified pool operator, tests the pH of the pool.

Sport facilities upkeep demands a marathon of maintenance from a small crew

Kathy Wang
May 17, 2023
With their grandpa, sophomore Kathy Wang and her sister, with their matching braided hairstyles, tear up bread to make paomo, a popular Chinese soup.

Before Covid, annual trips to China brought me closer to my grandparents

Kathy Wang
May 13, 2023
With the same face but opposite personalities, twin sisters Liv and Maddie navigate through their high school years together.

‘Liv and Maddie’: A dramatic, funny show that shaped our personalities

Emma Fung and Kathy Wang
May 6, 2023
Lisa Chow performs in Winter Guards first competition of the season on February 11 at Fremont High School.

With four new coaches, Winter Guard sees improvement

Kathy Wang
March 17, 2023
Sophomores Sunny Cao, Emma Fung, Saachi Jain and Kathy Wang work hard in the kitchen to prepare a feast.

Cooking showdown: Four students compete in a cooking competition 

Sunny Cao, Emma Fung, Saachi Jain, and Kathy Wang
March 14, 2023
 

Racial tensions flared in the ’90s as Asian students gained prominence

Kathy Wang
March 13, 2023
Senior Anand Agrawal checks the fuel quantity in his plane.

A testflight at age 11 plants the seed for pursuing a pilot’s license in high school

Kathy Wang
March 10, 2023
Magic Tree House book: Mummies in the Morning

The Magic Tree House: a nostalgic series bound to whisk you away into historical escapades

Kathy Wang
March 3, 2023
Photo of The Inn at Saratoga.

Rare shooting occurs in Saratoga downtown

Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang
February 10, 2023
Athletic trainer Caitlin Steiding poses with the football team during the football game senior night.

Athletic trainer forms bonds and guides student helpers

Kathy Wang
January 29, 2023
Sophomore Timothy Leung spoke about being sexually assaulted while in seventh grade and his journey to acceptance.

At SUFC rally, trauma becomes central focus

Saachi Jain and Kathy Wang
January 29, 2023
Many submissions revolved around the theme of mental health. Among them was senior Christina Chang’s artwork “Burnout,” a mixed media self portrait which comments on the academic culture at Saratoga High. 

Winter Soundings issue to be published online in late January

Amy Luo and Kathy Wang
January 24, 2023
The percussionists surround the dancing lions, accompanying them with a rhythmic beat.

Saratoga Library celebrates Lunar New Year by offering community activities

Emma Fung and Kathy Wang
January 21, 2023
Sophomore Anika Ramakrishnan practices for her Arangetram with the accompaniment of carnatic music.

Sophomore expresses creative stories of her culture through Indian classical dancing

Kathy Wang
January 20, 2023
A typical store-bought Valentine’s card.

A flashback of elementary Valentine’s Day

Kathy Wang
January 18, 2023
Green committee members run a booth at the Saratoga Education Foundation run, selling eco-friendly products like reusable utensils, straws, tote bags and water bottles.

Green Committee asks for students’ help to make the school a greener place

Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang
December 18, 2022
A house in San Jose, built around a large tree, was devalued several hundreds of thousands of dollars due to the potential problem it posed for future homeowners. 

Saratogans love trees, except when they become problematic

Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang
December 17, 2022
Singing for Smiles president and junior Simarya Ahuja sings “Control” by Halsey during the Halloween-themed Singing for Smiles performance.

Junior continues legacy of Singing for Smiles

Kathy Wang
December 7, 2022
 SHS TV head producer, senior Adam Xu, and Kai Otsuka, a first year reporter, set up an interview shot in M102.

SHSTV moves shortened broadcast to sixth period to increase engagement

Kathy Wang
December 5, 2022
The school’s security cameras show two persons of interest involved in the incident.

School fights back against racist incident involving Black doll found hanging in a noose in the quad

Kathy Wang
November 17, 2022
Sophomore Pranav Rajan, who ran a PR of 17:34, races at Crystal Springs during CCS.

Cross country ends season with boys placing No. 6 and girls placing No. 7 at CCS

Saachi Jain and Kathy Wang
November 17, 2022
Wellness Center focuses on teacher and staff meditations on Thursdays

Wellness Center focuses on teacher and staff meditations on Thursdays

Kathy Wang
November 14, 2022
 Vendors display heaps of fresh fruit at the Prince of Peace farmers market.

Local business owners showcase their products at weekly farmers market

Emma Fung and Kathy Wang
November 10, 2022
French teacher Elaine Haggerty and her family enjoy sushi with her cousin and his family in Japan.

Students and teachers share their favorite cultural cuisines

Kathy Wang
November 7, 2022
Senior Elizabeth Stoiber and juniors Raghav Rajan and Diego Rocabado cheer on sophomore Timothy Leung during the Baylands’ meet on Sept. 20.

Cross country performs well at invitationals and meets

Saachi Jain and Kathy Wang
September 30, 2022
 Juhi Karamcheti and Mihir Shaik smiles as they perform their partner dance.

Homecoming: Sophomores surprise audience with a rap

Kathy Wang
September 29, 2022
During their Sept. 10 practice, Danny Moon hands the new Walt van Zant trophy to WVJS member Dwayne Spencer, who finished with an all-time personal record.

West Valley Joggers and Striders Club: a microcosm of Saratoga society

Lynn Dai, Saachi Jain, and Kathy Wang
September 29, 2022
Boys and girls cross country rounds up for a break after practice.

Longtime cross country coach uses his time as a runner to better guide athletes

Saachi Jain and Kathy Wang
September 24, 2022
Junior Levana Lai practices her piece during break at orchestra rehearsal.

Students find community through local youth orchestra

Kathy Wang and Emma Fung
September 24, 2022
Wellness Center coordinator Grace Conley looks over the students gathered there.

Wellness Center welcomes new therapist team, introduces more mental health resources

Lynn Dai and Kathy Wang
September 24, 2022
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