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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 Kevin Yang
Steven Sun, then a sophomore, runs his first Lowell Invitational in Golden Gate Park.

Senior Mag 2024: Track and cross country star reflects on his passion for running  

Kevin Yang
May 25, 2024
Senior Alexi Grebert is leading the top soccer team France Ligue 1. 

Senior Mag 2024: Senior takes gap year to explore soccer management interests before college

Kevin Yang
May 25, 2024
Coach Osayi Omorodion gives sprinting suggestions to sophomore Steven Sun.

New track and field coaches help distance running and sprinters 

Kevin Yang and Richard Fan
April 18, 2024
After the first exhibition in 2023, senior Ryan Lin poses with LGSUHSD and Saratoga Library staff. 

Senior partners with district and Saratoga Library to host second annual AAPI Multimedia Art Exhibition

Eric Shi and Kevin Yang
April 3, 2024
The inside of a SVCTE Nursing classroom.

Exploring career opportunities: a journey to SVCTE

Kevin Yang
February 18, 2024
The moment I realized swimming in the rain was no longer a pleasure. 

My damp and unpleasant experience: swimming under the pouring rain

Kevin Yang
February 15, 2024
Base game Cyberpunk 2077 (left) vs. Phantom Liberty (right)

Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty expansion seamlessly blends intrigue and action

Kevin Yang
December 14, 2023
Boys’ cross country captain Adi Hebbalae leads the team during SCVAL League at Crystal Spring on Oct. 18.

Cross country works to push through the finish line despite challenges  

Kevin Yang
October 21, 2023
After a long period of declining enrollment, SHS has finally seen an increase in freshman class size this year.

School sees unexpected influx in freshman enrollment

Kevin Yang and Eric Shi
October 21, 2023
Physics teacher Matthew Welander explains an AP Physics C concept to students during a tutorial.

AP Physics C course sees record high enrollment with three sections

Kevin Yang
October 14, 2023
TEDxSaratogaHighSchool’s yearly speaker event features theme ‘You Are the Future’

TEDxSaratogaHighSchool’s yearly speaker event features theme ‘You Are the Future’

Kevin Yang
May 16, 2023
Senior Keon Nikfar competes in the 100-yard breaststroke.

Swim team struggles with low participation, hurting their ability to win meets

Mitchell Chen and Kevin Yang
March 30, 2023
In an SCVAL preview meet, senior Wasil Khan sprang in front of other schools' athletes. 

Senior cross country runner reflects on high school running career

Kevin Yang
March 14, 2023
Sophomore JV soccer player shows his changes after participating in the soccer team

Sophomore JV soccer player shows his changes after participating in the soccer team

Kevin Yang
March 1, 2023
new-big-festival-fringe

Photo or Graphic for: Drama program selected to perform at the 2024 summer Edinburgh Festival Fringe in Scotland

Anika Kapasi
February 13, 2023
Braised crucian carp

Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China

Kevin Yang
February 10, 2023
Our holy grail of afterschool snacks.

After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices

Divya Vadlakonda and Kevin Yang
December 1, 2022
A peaceful scenery of the Los Gatos Creek Trail during sunset.

Best local biking trails everyone should try

Kevin Yang
November 9, 2022
Senior Wasil Khan picks up the pace to stay ahead of his competitors during the 2022 Lowell Invitational on Sept. 10.

Cross county co-captain becomes the fastest runner on his team through his diligence and post-run recovery routine

George Hu and Kevin Yang
October 20, 2022
Chinese people burning ancestor money on the street during the Hungry Ghost Festival.

Remembering the supernatural Hungry Ghost Festival in China

Kevin Yang
October 20, 2022
The varsity cross country team gets ready to start running in the SCVAL league race at Baylands Park on Sept. 20.

Cross country adjusts late season training by incorporating harder workouts

George Hu and Kevin Yang
October 18, 2022
After finishing the stats class, Kris Wang opens his iPad and sees if there is anything to add on.

Senior continues pandemic iPad note-taking habit

Kevin Yang
September 24, 2022
The Heritage Orchard blooms in spring.

Changes to Heritage Orchard stir mild controversy

Atrey Desai and Kevin Yang
September 21, 2022
After finishing their weekly Saturday long run at Sanborn County Park, the team takes a picture together.

Smaller cross country rebuilds its lineup

George Hu and Kevin Yang
September 13, 2022
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