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Student art being showcased at last year’s Soundings exhibition in the SHS Library.
Soundings’ April 18. Exhibition will feature works from The Wildcat Review
April 17, 2025
Allied teams 95071X (right) and 1000A (left) celebrate after advancing to grand finals at the U.S. Open National Championship.
VEX Robotics team makes finalists in U.S. Open National Championship
April 10, 2025
Rally commissioners act out a skit inspired by “Beauty and the Beast.”
‘Beauty and the Beast’ rally builds hype before prom
April 10, 2025
Trustee Shawn Mortensen (far left) listens to a presentation at the district office during the school board’s March 11 meeting.
Meet Shawn Mortensen: LGSUHSD’s newest school board trustee
April 5, 2025
The Philharmonic Strings orchestra combined with the Freshman orchestra to play together in the non-competitive category of the conference.
SHS orchestras travel to Atlanta for National Orchestra Festival
April 4, 2025
Jain poses during a dive in the Neutral Buoyancy Lab, her first rotation at the Johnson Space Center during fall 2023.
Alumni reflect on the benefits of college co-op programs that place them in workplace settings for extended periods
April 17, 2025
Cochrum helps a student during tutorial.
Cochrum reflects on educational journey with learning disability
April 5, 2025
An advertisement poster Leung made for the company.
Senior takes on remote social media job in New York
April 5, 2025
Courtesy of Montalvo Arts Center Often rented for weddings, the beautiful grounds of the Montalvo Arts Center is a popular place for hosting social events.
A nearby gem: the Montalvo Arts Center
April 3, 2025
Combining multiple skill-sets fosters collaboration and growth in ceramics class
April 2, 2025
Bonner instructs swimmers to start the set off the block.
Christian Bonner’s journey from non-swimmer to longtime swimming coach
April 17, 2025
Ning launches a three against Sacred Heart as his teammates prepare to celebrate.
From 13th man to 3rd team all league — Steven Ning’s basketball journey
April 3, 2025
The beam training area at Gold Star Gymnastics.
Paying it forward for the next generation of gymnasts
March 31, 2025
Bossow wrestles against Bellarmine at Overfelt High on Dec. 6.
Wrestling team shows significant improvement this season
March 27, 2025
Coach Brian Liao talks game strategy with sophomores Andy Lu and Teegan Seid-Pham.
New head badminton coach brings valued guidance for players
March 27, 2025
Mangione’s alleged actions were wrong, but the diagnosis of America’s failing health-care system wasn’t
Mangione’s alleged actions were wrong, but the diagnosis of America’s failing health-care system wasn’t
March 31, 2025
Stay safe.
In a dark time, it’s time to know your rights
March 27, 2025
Starting next school year, more students are able to study at MIT without worrying about tuition.
Educational institutions are wise to offer free tuition to low-income families
March 26, 2025
Nationwide voter turnout since 2002, blue is presidential, yellow is midterm
Sagging voter participation puts democracy at risk
March 22, 2025
Cutting the tree of the Department of Education in half.
DOGE’s cuts for educational programs cause instability and loss of research confidence
March 19, 2025
The infamous “criss cross chair” from TikTok Shop, ranging from $40-70, has taken over social media feeds.
Is TikTok Shop another marketing trap or actually have legitimate products?
April 17, 2025
Students gather to eat and talk on the upper deck.
Prom 2025: A grape evening at the Mountain Winery
April 6, 2025
Courtesy of Imgflip If you’re going to stop reading this story right here, this meme sums up my entire high school experience (I been chilling with boba but it’s close enough). Seriously, though, John Cena’s Chinese is elite.
My high school life in memes
April 5, 2025
Courtesy of Neha Sharan Students compete in a co-ed tournament held at the India Community Center in Milpitas.
A sophomore’s gambit: encouraging more girls to take up chess
April 4, 2025
Top 10 celebrity baby names over the years
April 3, 2025
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The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon
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Tapping into a new form of dance

Vivien Lu

Field trips open minds of students

Vivien Lu

Falcon Focus: Science teacher runs her heart out

Vivien Lu

End of procrastination requires wake-up calls

Vivian LeTran and Vivien Lu

Easy dinner for busy people

Vivien Lu

Trainer treats students with ice and laughter

Vivien Lu

Falcon Focus: Senior pursues Indian Carnatic music

Jackie Gu and Vivien Lu

Walk the human plank: pop culture phenomenon hits high school

Vivien Lu and Nikil Ramanathan

Increasing flow of freshmen

Amy Jan and Vivien Lu

New school psychologist anticipates success

Vivien Lu

Freshman kicks off the year with soccer aspirations

Vivien Lu

New school psychologist anticipates success

Vivien Lu

‘Winnie the Pooh’ fails to win over teenagers, but brings back childhood memories

Vivien Lu and Allison Toh

Sports Hall of Fame

Vivien Lu

Softball: Team breaks losing streak with two victories

Vivien Lu and Izzy Albert

Softball team breaks losing streak with two victories

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Insomniac refuses to sleep through life

Vivien Lu

Softball grows through experience

Vivien Lu

Softball grows through experience

Vivien Lu

French and Spanish clubs take their rivalry to the soccer field

Vivien Lu

Sadies runs smoothly

Vivien Lu

Softball: Freshman gains respect, leads team

Izzy Albert and Vivien Lu

Softball team refreshes with new players

Vivien Lu

Swing with the music at Jazz Cabaret

Vivien Lu

Senior helps friends cut back on hair costs

Amy Jan and Vivien Lu

Choir’s holiday spirit heard in SF

Vivien Lu

Choir’s holiday spirit heard in SF

Vivien Lu

Graffiti on and around quad shocks many

Vivien Lu and Allison Toh

Orchestra exchanges knowledge with Lynbrook

Vivien Lu
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Nothing bundt icing on the cake

Vivien Lu

Orchestra to perform at Carnegie Hall

Vivien Lu and Kyumin Shim

Music department prepares for a good year

Vivien Lu and Kyumin Shim

Road to fame online

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang

Seniors won’t soon forget their prom

Grishma Athavale and Vivien Lu

Pancake breakfast: musical recipe for success

David Eng and Vivien Lu

Winterguard performs in winter conditions

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang

Sadies dance raises money for Haiti

Vivien Lu
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Choir joins Lynbrook to perform Schubert’s Mass in G

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang

Music thefts burst school’s illusion of safety

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang

SHS hosts annual SCCBDA Honor Band Concert

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang

Orchestra and symphonic band delight audiences at winter concerts

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang

A Gallon of Gas: Indulge your sweet side at Powell’s Sweet Shoppe, 4.6 miles.

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang

Band marches to success

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang

Orchestra holds successful Halloween concert with Lynbrook

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang
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Junior just break dances—surprising friends with his hidden talent

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang

Band gains big win in Clovis competition

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang

Baby doll simulation gives psychology students a taste of parenthood

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