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The Class of ‘25 lines up to take their final bow at the end of the first show.
Indian Cultural Awareness Club puts on 20th annual Bombay in the Bay show with stunning costumes and energetic music
February 22, 2025
At the very minimum, active advertising of harmful, addictive substances shouldn’t be constantly exposed to children going to school.
In a bad sign, ever more marijuana shops are popping up near schools
February 14, 2025
The high school Jazz Band performs their set on Jan. 17.
18 musicians accepted into state-wide conference
February 14, 2025
Sunder Pichai remains CEO of Google despite his countless blunders.
Workers lose their jobs when CEOs fail at their jobs
February 14, 2025
Kim performs “Romeo and Juliet” Fantasy Overture by Tchaikovsky with the NYO2 orchestra in Dallas on Aug. 6.
Practice takes senior musician to Carnegie Hall and beyond this summer
February 13, 2025
Junior Arjun Krish, Class of `23 alumnus Adam Xu and his mentor Dr. Liang Li stand in front of Krish’s lab station in the summer of 2024.
Junior researches for a cure for glaucoma
February 16, 2025
Free Luigi” merchandise has been growing rapidly on online shopping platforms.
Analysis: Luigi Mangione’s case of vigilante justice reflects American glorification of violence
February 15, 2025
Matt Walsh’s brand new documentary reveals the dark side of DEI movements.
‘Am I Racist?’ — mockumentary takes a deep dive into DEI and presents ideas worth considering
February 14, 2025
Senior Michelle Ho poses in her lab coat holding a small flask.
Senior explores genetic underpinnings of arthritis in her research
February 14, 2025
“Nature’s Chance Encounter” along with many others of senior Amy Pan’s paintings adorn the Saratoga Library Group Study Room.
Senior represents nature through texture, visuals, and ambiance through both physical and digital mediums
February 13, 2025
Members of the dance team hold a pose in their competition pom routine, performing at the girls’ basketball game on Jan. 17.
Dance team brings back traditional halftime basketball performances
February 22, 2025
Competitions like the World Cup are popular in both soccer and futsal respectively.
What makes futsal the kicker for soccer players?
February 15, 2025
The seniors pose for a picture after winning 3-1 against Cupertino.
Boys’ soccer qualifies to CCS after 3-1 victory over Cupertino on Senior Night
February 14, 2025
Students utilize the school’s weight room to keep fit during the season and off-season.
Student athletes adapt to avoid “falling off” during the offseason
February 13, 2025
Senior Saatvik Kommareddi spins past a defender at a game on Jan. 18.
Boys’ basketball team suffers first loss but clinches CCS qualification
February 11, 2025
In large classes, it’s difficult to share my opinions often.
Why class sizes should not exceed 30
February 14, 2025
With the release of more AI language models like Deepseek, we are hopeful to see a future of the industry with more diverse options for users.
Public attention on DeepSeek fuels discussion about AI development
February 14, 2025
The progressive movement reached its peak in 2020, during COVID-19.
The Progressive movement is on the outs
February 12, 2025
2024 electoral map
In a splintered U.S., consecutive two-term presidents may become rare
February 11, 2025
AI Safety is not a joke.
To prevent disastrous outcomes, inherently evil AI growth needs to halt
February 11, 2025
Junior Ishir Ayyagari flexes after an arm workout.
New year, new goals: Three juniors give advice about how to stick to your workout resolutions
February 15, 2025
It’s time to use those cold emailing skills (and your $29.99 monthly LinkedIn Premium subscription) to get LinkedUp.
Top 10: ways to get a valentine next year
February 14, 2025
I practice the guitar in my room during my free time.
This is a PSA to take up a new instrument (in my case, a guitar)
February 14, 2025
Hello.
A letter to my senior year self
February 13, 2025
Some wonderful new year's resolutions that you should try out!
Top 10: New Year’s Resolutions
February 13, 2025

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All content by Synthia Ling

Help Japanese in disaster

Synthia Ling
March 31, 2011
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Macesic rolls out copies and fondant

Synthia Ling and Anna Shen
February 10, 2011

Do not politicize a tragedy

Synthia Ling
February 10, 2011

Falcon Christmas Gift Guide

Shivani Chadha, Izzy Albert, Karen Yang, Kyumin Shim, Synthia Ling, and Rebecca Nguyen
December 15, 2010

League season ends with no trip to CCS

Synthia Ling and Ren Norris
November 7, 2010
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Field Hockey: Loss of key player, games sets back CCS goals

Synthia Ling and Ren Norris
October 25, 2010

Do you believe in magic? (Magic Club appears on campus)

Synthia Ling and Anna Shen
October 14, 2010

Field Hockey: Johnson fills spot left by injured Garland

Synthia Ling and Ren Norris
September 27, 2010

String of burglaries on campus ends in arrest

Mac Hyde and Synthia Ling
September 23, 2010

Car holds rally keepsakes

Synthia Ling and Rebecca Nguyen
September 23, 2010

What’s Waldo carrying?

Synthia Ling and Rebecca Nguyen
September 22, 2010

Younger players comprise field hockey team

Synthia Ling and Ren Norris
September 16, 2010

Girls Lacrosse still improving as second-year team

Synthia Ling
June 6, 2010

School experiments with different Wednesday schedule

Synthia Ling and Parul Singh
May 28, 2010

Girls’ lacrosse: Block leads the way

Synthia Ling
April 26, 2010
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Girls’ lacrosse improves despite tough losses

Synthia Ling
April 8, 2010

History in the making: 15 students qualify for state History Day competition

Parul Singh and Synthia Ling
April 6, 2010

Fast track application give colleges the upperhand

Synthia Ling
February 22, 2010

Dancer has a bright future

Mira Chaykin and Synthia Ling
December 14, 2009

Field hockey feels the pressure for CCS

Synthia Ling and Ren Norris
November 13, 2009

Field Hockey: Season turned around despite tough league start

Synthia Ling and Ren Norris
November 12, 2009

Students find different ways to study

Denise Lin and Synthia Ling
November 6, 2009

Team bonding brings field hockey together

Synthia Ling and Ren Norris
October 27, 2009

Field Hockey: Falcons come together through wholesome team bonding

Synthia Ling and Ren Norris
October 20, 2009

Field Hockey: Falcons already successful in pre-season

Synthia Ling and Ren Norris
September 16, 2009

SAT favors the affluent

Synthia Ling and Pia Mishra
September 14, 2009

Field Hockey: Team seeks CCS title under new head coach

Synthia Ling and Ren Norris
September 8, 2009

Bike to School month results in low turnout

Lauren Kuan and Synthia Ling
June 4, 2009

Economic situation takes its toll on SHS families

Synthia Ling and Tiffany Tung
May 18, 2009

Increasing class sizes should be a last resort

Synthia Ling and Pia Mishra
April 20, 2009
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Sadie Hawkins canceled last year, successful this year

Synthia Ling
March 5, 2009

Octuplet mother unfit to raise family

Mira Chaykin and Synthia Ling
March 5, 2009

Math Club excels at competition

Synthia Ling and Pia Mishra
February 26, 2009

Students qualify for regional, state, national choir

Synthia Ling and Pia Mishra
January 23, 2009

Holiday CD sold to fund Sports Boosters

Synthia Ling and Pia Mishra
January 5, 2009
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Holiday CD sold to fund Sports Boosters

Synthia Ling and Pia Mishra
December 12, 2008

Leadership class to host closed campus lunch

Lauren Kuan and Synthia Ling
December 11, 2008

GATE program undergoes changes

Synthia Ling and Saniha Shankar
November 20, 2008

Mock elections draw parallel to real elections

Synthia Ling and Saniha Shankar
November 18, 2008

Students should embrace hot fall weather

Synthia Ling and Tiffany Tung
October 30, 2008

School sees increase in number of National Merit semifinalists

Synthia Ling
September 16, 2008

Barbeque burns off new students’ nerves

Lauren Kuan and Synthia Ling
September 12, 2008
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