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School ramps up AED count on campus
November 20, 2024
Students listen to Natasha Schatzman’s presentation in the student center on Nov. 15.
NASA aerospace engineer shares research in aeromechanics and aeroacoustics
November 20, 2024
Acting superintendent Heath Rocha speaks during the Nov. 12 board meeting.
New concerns arise over former superintendent Sanderson’s 2022 hiring
November 20, 2024
The flyer for this year’s Winter Formal hangs up around school and is posted on social media.
Tickets for Winter Formal sell out before purchase window closes
November 20, 2024
Saratoga Team 1, senior Alan Lu, junior Lawson Wang, sophomores Andy Lu and Seabert Mao, senior Skyler Mao and sophomore Vivian Zhong (left to right), hold their 3rd place trophy.
Math club places third at Berkeley tournament
November 17, 2024
Actress Naomi Scott playing Skye Riley brings to life a terrifying transformation through subtle changes.
‘Smile 2’ mixes traditional jump scare and psychological horror
November 20, 2024
BASIC officers at a boba fundraiser on Oct. 2.
BASIC club emphasizes youth action on humanitarian aid
November 18, 2024
The U.S., China and Taiwan, among other nations, are engaged in one of the fastest-growing tech races in history to develop and produce the best semiconductors and AI.
The U.S. is playing catchup in the semiconductor race. Is it too late to win?
November 12, 2024
Highlights of freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors dances during Homecoming week from Oct. 14-19.
Behind the scenes: Meet the choreographers who brought the Homecoming dance to life
November 2, 2024
Students gather around the table at the top of the quad steps during the voter registration drive on Sept. 25.
Revived Democracy Matters club kicks off the school year with successful election events
October 30, 2024
Senior Saira Ramakrishnan pitches for the Saratoga Falcons.
Senior softball player commits to University of Rochester
November 20, 2024
The team gathered around a fire during their retreat to enjoy s’mores and build team chemistry.
Girls’ basketball team aims to build winning culture in pre-season after eye-opening retreat
November 20, 2024
Recap of fall sports.
Fall Sports Recap: Toga teams fight hard to the end
November 16, 2024
The girls’ tennis team poses for a group photo.
Girls’ tennis finishes the regular season with a solid victory
November 16, 2024
Mascots and volunteers cheering runners on as they cross the finish line.
Saratoga 5K Fun Run: a blend of community and competition
November 13, 2024
Cigarette packaging should depict frightening images on the front and sides, clearly communicating the consequences of smoking.
Cigarette packaging needs to be more graphic in its dire warnings
November 15, 2024
Journalism labor unions have firmly opposed the bill, calling it a “shakedown.”
‘Undemocratic’ deal reached between Google and California news outlets
November 7, 2024
Test dates make or break our vacation
The bliss and benefits of having tests before breaks
October 31, 2024
Here’s why you should vote against Prop 34.
Prop 34’s devious methods target non-profits
October 30, 2024
Please let me understand my mistakes.
100-word rant: Let me use the answer key to check my work
October 28, 2024
Personally, I really need some noodle slippers.
My 8-year-old self would be sad to see ‘5-Minute Crafts’ go — but I’m not
November 20, 2024
A hearty stew such as a beef bourguignon is perfect for a cold winter day.
Winter break bucket list: cooking galore
November 18, 2024
Don’t hate until you try it.
Top 10: weirdly good food combos that might get you flamed
November 16, 2024
A girl cries as she realizes her wallet is empty.
Resisting the urge to splurge: regulating money spent on lunchtime outings
November 11, 2024
The seating chart is often like a game of Russian Roulette, you either sit next to your best friend or next to your ex.
Top 10: Reasons to request a seat change
November 5, 2024

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Katherine Sun and Rachel Zhang
September 16, 2016

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Caitlin Ju and Rachel Zhang
March 21, 2016

Bell schedule debate: Where do we go from here?

Gitika Nalwa, Katherine Sun, and Rachel Zhang
February 13, 2016

Burglars strike Saratoga neighborhoods

Frederick Kim, Angela Liu, Rachel Zhang, and Jason Zhao
January 21, 2016

Across Decades: 95070: Unique tradition

Katherine Sun and Rachel Zhang
December 7, 2015

Across Decades: A road well travelled

Katherine Sun and Rachel Zhang
December 7, 2015

Maintenance head Brian Moran, a ‘71 grad, views SHS with new eyes

Katherine Sun and Rachel Zhang
December 7, 2015

Parent Rajeev Gupta recalls a very different school in the 1980s

Katherine Sun and Rachel Zhang
December 7, 2015

Field of dreams: turfing of upperfield completed

Eric Sze and Rachel Zhang
December 2, 2015

Gender-neutral Homecoming court: a step back for gender equality

Rachel Zhang
October 29, 2015

Nationally ranked wakeboarder dives into success

Rachel Zhang
October 26, 2015

Not so golden: App Dev’s digitized goldenrod project doomed by technical and privacy issues

Katherine Sun and Rachel Zhang
October 21, 2015

Pumpkin-spice products prove vomit-inducing

Eric Sze and Rachel Zhang
October 18, 2015

Photography Club restructured after restarting

Eleanor Goh and Rachel Zhang
September 17, 2015

BuzzFeed serves as best friend to many

Katherine Sun and Rachel Zhang
September 13, 2015

Quick thinking leads to arrests in Golden Triangle burglary attempt

Rachel Zhang
September 12, 2015

French program seeks full-time teacher

Fiona Sequeira and Rachel Zhang
September 4, 2015

Gifted Chinese swimmer brings speed to swimming team

Stefanie Ting and Rachel Zhang
April 24, 2015

Falcons fight to maintain strong season

Ariel Liu and Rachel Zhang
April 23, 2015

Clocking in long hours: Teachers’ perspectives on grading

Stefanie Ting and Rachel Zhang
March 30, 2015

New coach’s regimen leads to results

Ariel Liu and Rachel Zhang
March 27, 2015

Trashing healthy dishes: New lunch regulations too strict

Nidhi Jain and Rachel Zhang
March 27, 2015

Increase of deputies near campus results in numerous tickets

Rachel Zhang
March 27, 2015

Self-driving cars: dangerous robots until proven safe

Nidhi Jain and Rachel Zhang
March 27, 2015

Environmental Club: road to success

Eric Sze and Rachel Zhang
March 27, 2015

Psychology teacher recalls experiences teaching at East San Jose charter school

Nidhi Jain and Rachel Zhang
February 9, 2015

Softball hopes to advance far in CCS

Ariel Liu and Rachel Zhang
February 6, 2015

Henry Barmeier: the Renaissance man

Stefanie Ting and Rachel Zhang
February 5, 2015

Reporters take yoga to new heights

Stefanie Ting and Rachel Zhang
January 28, 2015

Copy room proves helpful for busy teachers

Ami Nachiappan and Rachel Zhang
December 4, 2014

Assisted Suicide Act has potential to lead to human rights abuses

Rachel Zhang
November 28, 2014

Math teachers work to align grading practices

Ariel Liu, Stefanie Ting, and Rachel Zhang
November 10, 2014

Wired in: Girl’s experience with bullying shows social media to be a double-edged sword

Stefanie Ting and Rachel Zhang
November 3, 2014

Student embraces Korean culture

Emily Chen and Rachel Zhang
November 3, 2014

Persian sophomore places pride in culture

Emily Chen and Rachel Zhang
November 3, 2014

The Internet: the cause of our stoopidity

Eileen Toh and Rachel Zhang
October 30, 2014

Must Downtown be a town for the rich and old?

Rachel Zhang
October 25, 2014

Date Rape Nail polish: an effective assault prevention

Nidhi Jain and Rachel Zhang
September 18, 2014

Three Rachels, one confused sophomore

Rachel Zhang
September 18, 2014

Sophomore works to develop prototype for medical device

Eileen Toh and Rachel Zhang
September 16, 2014

Freshman gymnast sets the bar high

Ariel Liu and Rachel Zhang
September 14, 2014
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