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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
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
Playing Grace Fryer and Tom Kreider respectively, senior Kat Aldrete and junior Larry O’Brien star in the SHS ‘Radium Girls’ fall play.
Senior Kat Aldrete shines as lead role in ‘Radium Girls’
December 14, 2024
A perfect sparkly Christmas decoration to get you in the festive mood.
Top 10: Christmas Decorations
December 13, 2024
There are various ways to approach studying math competitions such as the AMC.
Students prepare for math competitions with various methods and mediums
December 13, 2024
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
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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
Red lights are often run at the intersection of Highway 85 and Saratoga Avenue.
Saratoga drivers: Simmer down and use more caution, please
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 Megan Benzing

Bids for Wonderland not too pricey

Megan Benzing
September 12, 2012
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Juniors prepare to dance the night away

Megan Benzing
April 24, 2012

New coaching staff brings different perspective to team

Megan Benzing
April 11, 2012

Girls’ lacrosse: New coach brings new hopes for season

Megan Benzing
February 15, 2012

Girls’ lacrosse: New coach brings new hopes for season

Megan Benzing
February 15, 2012

Shorter first semester garners mixed responses

Megan Benzing
December 15, 2011

Winter ball video contest encourages students to attend

Megan Benzing and Olivia Chock
December 15, 2011

College consultants take guidance too far by providing ‘packages’ and essays

Megan Benzing
December 15, 2011

Leadership hosts In-n-Out fundraiser

Megan Benzing
December 15, 2011
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PC: Reality check: Your cars are valuable, treat them that way

Megan Benzing
December 8, 2011
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Are private schools really worth it?

Megan Benzing
December 8, 2011

Field hockey goes far in ‘08

Megan Benzing
December 7, 2011

Red Zone brings students together at games

Megan Benzing and Priyanka Nookala
November 2, 2011

Saratoga/Los Gatos rivalry pumps students up for big game

Megan Benzing
November 2, 2011

New pool lights to create schedule flexibility for athletes

Megan Benzing and Serena Chan
November 2, 2011

Juniors say new A.P. US History grading policies weighing them down

Megan Benzing and Joanna Lee
October 20, 2011

Indiana University recruits Clark for D1 soccer

Megan Benzing
September 28, 2011

Guidance Department provides multitude of resources

Megan Benzing
September 28, 2011
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Attempts to beautify downtown cause major parking issues

Megan Benzing and Denise Lin
September 26, 2011

With testing over, AP classes look to fill the remaining school days

Megan Benzing
June 3, 2011

Saratoga Heritage Day shows off local history

Megan Benzing and Allison Toh
June 3, 2011

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

Megan Benzing and Jennifer Jin
May 25, 2011

Lacrosse ends with hope for improvement next year

Megan Benzing and Jennifer Jin
May 25, 2011
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Cost of Senior Prom surprises many

Megan Benzing and Allison Toh
May 18, 2011
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Cost of Senior Prom surprises many

Megan Benzing and Allison Toh
May 18, 2011
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Cost of Senior Prom surprises many

Megan Benzing and Allison Toh
May 18, 2011

Girls’ lacrosse: Season almost through, team striving for victory

Megan Benzing
April 27, 2011

Girls’ lacrosse: Season almost through, team striving for victory

Megan Benzing
April 27, 2011
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Teachers on Facebook spur questions about limits

Megan Benzing and Cecilia Hollenhorst
April 26, 2011
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Teachers on Facebook spur questions about limits

Megan Benzing and Cecilia Hollenhorst
April 26, 2011

Benefit to aid Special Olympics

Megan Benzing
April 19, 2011

Students prepare for State History Day

Megan Benzing and Cecilia Hollenhorst
April 19, 2011
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It’s not considered creeping if you’re having fun, right?

Megan Benzing
March 4, 2011

Seniors graduate out of NCL

Megan Benzing
March 1, 2011

New coaches for girls’ lacrosse bring hope for good year

Megan Benzing
March 1, 2011

Junior and senior proms say goodbye to limos

Megan Benzing and Allison Toh
February 28, 2011

New dance celebrates the past decades

Megan Benzing and Serena Chan
February 28, 2011
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You did what back in high school?

Megan Benzing
February 10, 2011
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Showing too much ‘Skins’

Megan Benzing and Olivia Chock
February 9, 2011

APUSH students attend San Francisco walking tour

Megan Benzing
January 7, 2011

Special education department hosts alumni holiday celebration

Megan Benzing and Aanchal Mohan
January 7, 2011

Border laptop searches unconstitutional

Megan Benzing and Grishma Athavale
December 6, 2010
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Another year, another Rhodes Scholar; fifth alumni wins award

Megan Benzing
November 24, 2010

Harry Potter isn’t for everyone

Megan Benzing and Aanchal Mohan
November 1, 2010

Students mourn for recent gay suicides by wearing purple

Megan Benzing and Olivia Chock
November 1, 2010

Sports are neither manly nor feminine

Aanchal Mohan and Megan Benzing
October 6, 2010

Alumnus hopes to become next Miss California

Allison Toh and Megan Benzing
September 26, 2010

Combining language classes proves challenging for teachers

Megan Benzing and Olivia Chock
September 22, 2010
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