Sophomore year: the interlude between middle school bliss and high school nightmare April 2, 2024 — by Annie Liu Utilize this time wisely to balance between enjoyment and hard work. read more » Senior gains experience working alongside veterinarian in Career Tech program March 14, 2024 — by Annie Liu and Isabelle Wang Following her passion for animal science, senior Angela Luo gains hands-on experience while learning to become a vet. read more » Drop now or drop dead: District should remove drop date March 11, 2024 — by Annie Liu The fear of falling behind makes it difficult for students to drop courses. Having a deadline certainly doesn’t help. read more » My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ March 7, 2024 — by Annie Liu Who wouldn’t like a getaway vacation island from the grueling complexities of the real world? read more » Five Nights at Freddy’s film adaptation aptly satisfies expectations of video game fans February 6, 2024 — by Annie Liu The visuals are incredible, but the plot is very bad. read more » Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school January 24, 2024 — by Sam Bai and Annie Liu Teachers describe the struggles and joys of living far from school. read more » Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) December 14, 2023 — by Annie Liu Flower shops are basically parks, if you believe. read more » Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck November 6, 2023 — by Annie Liu A strange superstition began in elementary school. read more » Sophomores power through quad day despite low participation September 28, 2023 — by Annie Liu & Ruiyan Zhu While struggling with low interest and changing the choreography too often, the sophomore class had a rather stressful Homecoming. read more » The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom September 25, 2023 — by Annie Liu By implementing greenery, posters and fairy lights, Laws creates a calming environment for her students. read more » Plants enliven Rector’s classroom September 20, 2023 — by Sam Bai and Annie Liu His classroom is decorated with greens accompanied by student-made origami. read more » Senior fuses meditation and neuroscience passions into research paper March 24, 2023 — by Howard Shu and Annie Liu With a deep learning mentor’s guidance, senior Bryant Liu has published his work on “Deep Learning for Meditation’s Impact on Brain-Computer Interface Performance.” read more » Girls’ basketball: Challenging season comes to a close February 13, 2023 — by Victoria Hu and Annie Liu Despite securing 2 victories against Homestead, the Falcons lost their other 7 league games. read more » With only eight players, girls’ basketball lacks full roster as season begins December 10, 2022 — by Annie Liu and Victoria Hu Three seniors decided not to play. read more » Rain is good, but not during a track meet November 8, 2022 — by Annie Liu Sipping a cup of tea at home while raining is pleasurable, but running a meet in the rain is not my cup of tea. read more » New CBI teacher teaches vital skills to students September 24, 2022 — by Skyler Mao and Annie Liu The newest member of the school’s CBI program said he was excited to collaborate with students and teachers. read more » Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed September 24, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Annie Liu It’s the OG. It’s a classic. Bow down to the clean water that comes out of your faucet. read more » Farmers market: a bustling market of reminiscence March 16, 2022 — by Annie Liu Memories of Taiwan evoked in a recent visit. read more » Boys’ soccer finds early league success January 21, 2022 — by Annie Liu, Nikhil Mathihalli and Tiffany Wang The Falcons are hopeful for the upcoming season due to the addition of many strong underclassmen joining the team. read more » Senior Shani Chiu makes art from fear January 18, 2022 — by Annie Liu & Joann Zhang Inspired by their brother, they plan to pursue game character design. read more » Boys’ soccer looks forward to a promising season November 19, 2021 — by Tiffany Wang and Annie Liu Saddled with a compatible head coach and team composed of majority returning players, the team is confident about this year’s season, harboring high hopes for CCS. read more » Two juniors achieve rare perfect scores on AP Comp Science exam November 16, 2021 — by Annie Liu and Howard Shu Juniors Uma Phalke and Anthony Wang were the only Saratoga students to be among the 356 students globally who aced it. read more » You are me, and I was you October 6, 2021 — by Annie Liu A letter to my younger self read more » ‘Happier Than Ever’: Billie Eilish’s take on growth September 20, 2021 — by Sara Bright and Annie Liu Billie Eilish’s new album explores the challenges of transitioning into adulthood. read more » Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years September 20, 2021 — by Annie Liu In-person school requires adjustments that will take time to get used to read more » Visuals by Annie April 2, 2024: Sophomore year: the interlude between middle school bliss and high school nightmare Dear sophomores, you are already halfway through! March 15, 2024: Are we truly living in a simulation? Which one would you choose? March 11, 2024: Drop now or drop dead: District should remove drop date A timeline of the course change dates and drop dates of first and second semesters. March 7, 2024: My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Hopkins and me sitting in the snow outside of his house March 7, 2024: National Cereal Day: an ode to my midnight best friend February 15, 2024: Colored noise is a hidden gem among distracting study music The only background noise to give me complete serenity. February 13, 2024: Living on Facetime: the secret method to being productive The rude awakening I receive every night from my friend. February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
Senior gains experience working alongside veterinarian in Career Tech program March 14, 2024 — by Annie Liu and Isabelle Wang Following her passion for animal science, senior Angela Luo gains hands-on experience while learning to become a vet. read more » Drop now or drop dead: District should remove drop date March 11, 2024 — by Annie Liu The fear of falling behind makes it difficult for students to drop courses. Having a deadline certainly doesn’t help. read more » My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ March 7, 2024 — by Annie Liu Who wouldn’t like a getaway vacation island from the grueling complexities of the real world? read more » Five Nights at Freddy’s film adaptation aptly satisfies expectations of video game fans February 6, 2024 — by Annie Liu The visuals are incredible, but the plot is very bad. read more » Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school January 24, 2024 — by Sam Bai and Annie Liu Teachers describe the struggles and joys of living far from school. read more » Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) December 14, 2023 — by Annie Liu Flower shops are basically parks, if you believe. read more » Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck November 6, 2023 — by Annie Liu A strange superstition began in elementary school. read more » Sophomores power through quad day despite low participation September 28, 2023 — by Annie Liu & Ruiyan Zhu While struggling with low interest and changing the choreography too often, the sophomore class had a rather stressful Homecoming. read more » The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom September 25, 2023 — by Annie Liu By implementing greenery, posters and fairy lights, Laws creates a calming environment for her students. read more » Plants enliven Rector’s classroom September 20, 2023 — by Sam Bai and Annie Liu His classroom is decorated with greens accompanied by student-made origami. read more » Senior fuses meditation and neuroscience passions into research paper March 24, 2023 — by Howard Shu and Annie Liu With a deep learning mentor’s guidance, senior Bryant Liu has published his work on “Deep Learning for Meditation’s Impact on Brain-Computer Interface Performance.” read more » Girls’ basketball: Challenging season comes to a close February 13, 2023 — by Victoria Hu and Annie Liu Despite securing 2 victories against Homestead, the Falcons lost their other 7 league games. read more » With only eight players, girls’ basketball lacks full roster as season begins December 10, 2022 — by Annie Liu and Victoria Hu Three seniors decided not to play. read more » Rain is good, but not during a track meet November 8, 2022 — by Annie Liu Sipping a cup of tea at home while raining is pleasurable, but running a meet in the rain is not my cup of tea. read more » New CBI teacher teaches vital skills to students September 24, 2022 — by Skyler Mao and Annie Liu The newest member of the school’s CBI program said he was excited to collaborate with students and teachers. read more » Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed September 24, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Annie Liu It’s the OG. It’s a classic. Bow down to the clean water that comes out of your faucet. read more » Farmers market: a bustling market of reminiscence March 16, 2022 — by Annie Liu Memories of Taiwan evoked in a recent visit. read more » Boys’ soccer finds early league success January 21, 2022 — by Annie Liu, Nikhil Mathihalli and Tiffany Wang The Falcons are hopeful for the upcoming season due to the addition of many strong underclassmen joining the team. read more » Senior Shani Chiu makes art from fear January 18, 2022 — by Annie Liu & Joann Zhang Inspired by their brother, they plan to pursue game character design. read more » Boys’ soccer looks forward to a promising season November 19, 2021 — by Tiffany Wang and Annie Liu Saddled with a compatible head coach and team composed of majority returning players, the team is confident about this year’s season, harboring high hopes for CCS. read more » Two juniors achieve rare perfect scores on AP Comp Science exam November 16, 2021 — by Annie Liu and Howard Shu Juniors Uma Phalke and Anthony Wang were the only Saratoga students to be among the 356 students globally who aced it. read more » You are me, and I was you October 6, 2021 — by Annie Liu A letter to my younger self read more » ‘Happier Than Ever’: Billie Eilish’s take on growth September 20, 2021 — by Sara Bright and Annie Liu Billie Eilish’s new album explores the challenges of transitioning into adulthood. read more » Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years September 20, 2021 — by Annie Liu In-person school requires adjustments that will take time to get used to read more » Visuals by Annie April 2, 2024: Sophomore year: the interlude between middle school bliss and high school nightmare Dear sophomores, you are already halfway through! March 15, 2024: Are we truly living in a simulation? Which one would you choose? March 11, 2024: Drop now or drop dead: District should remove drop date A timeline of the course change dates and drop dates of first and second semesters. March 7, 2024: My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Hopkins and me sitting in the snow outside of his house March 7, 2024: National Cereal Day: an ode to my midnight best friend February 15, 2024: Colored noise is a hidden gem among distracting study music The only background noise to give me complete serenity. February 13, 2024: Living on Facetime: the secret method to being productive The rude awakening I receive every night from my friend. February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
Drop now or drop dead: District should remove drop date March 11, 2024 — by Annie Liu The fear of falling behind makes it difficult for students to drop courses. Having a deadline certainly doesn’t help. read more » My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ March 7, 2024 — by Annie Liu Who wouldn’t like a getaway vacation island from the grueling complexities of the real world? read more » Five Nights at Freddy’s film adaptation aptly satisfies expectations of video game fans February 6, 2024 — by Annie Liu The visuals are incredible, but the plot is very bad. read more » Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school January 24, 2024 — by Sam Bai and Annie Liu Teachers describe the struggles and joys of living far from school. read more » Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) December 14, 2023 — by Annie Liu Flower shops are basically parks, if you believe. read more » Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck November 6, 2023 — by Annie Liu A strange superstition began in elementary school. read more » Sophomores power through quad day despite low participation September 28, 2023 — by Annie Liu & Ruiyan Zhu While struggling with low interest and changing the choreography too often, the sophomore class had a rather stressful Homecoming. read more » The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom September 25, 2023 — by Annie Liu By implementing greenery, posters and fairy lights, Laws creates a calming environment for her students. read more » Plants enliven Rector’s classroom September 20, 2023 — by Sam Bai and Annie Liu His classroom is decorated with greens accompanied by student-made origami. read more » Senior fuses meditation and neuroscience passions into research paper March 24, 2023 — by Howard Shu and Annie Liu With a deep learning mentor’s guidance, senior Bryant Liu has published his work on “Deep Learning for Meditation’s Impact on Brain-Computer Interface Performance.” read more » Girls’ basketball: Challenging season comes to a close February 13, 2023 — by Victoria Hu and Annie Liu Despite securing 2 victories against Homestead, the Falcons lost their other 7 league games. read more » With only eight players, girls’ basketball lacks full roster as season begins December 10, 2022 — by Annie Liu and Victoria Hu Three seniors decided not to play. read more » Rain is good, but not during a track meet November 8, 2022 — by Annie Liu Sipping a cup of tea at home while raining is pleasurable, but running a meet in the rain is not my cup of tea. read more » New CBI teacher teaches vital skills to students September 24, 2022 — by Skyler Mao and Annie Liu The newest member of the school’s CBI program said he was excited to collaborate with students and teachers. read more » Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed September 24, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Annie Liu It’s the OG. It’s a classic. Bow down to the clean water that comes out of your faucet. read more » Farmers market: a bustling market of reminiscence March 16, 2022 — by Annie Liu Memories of Taiwan evoked in a recent visit. read more » Boys’ soccer finds early league success January 21, 2022 — by Annie Liu, Nikhil Mathihalli and Tiffany Wang The Falcons are hopeful for the upcoming season due to the addition of many strong underclassmen joining the team. read more » Senior Shani Chiu makes art from fear January 18, 2022 — by Annie Liu & Joann Zhang Inspired by their brother, they plan to pursue game character design. read more » Boys’ soccer looks forward to a promising season November 19, 2021 — by Tiffany Wang and Annie Liu Saddled with a compatible head coach and team composed of majority returning players, the team is confident about this year’s season, harboring high hopes for CCS. read more » Two juniors achieve rare perfect scores on AP Comp Science exam November 16, 2021 — by Annie Liu and Howard Shu Juniors Uma Phalke and Anthony Wang were the only Saratoga students to be among the 356 students globally who aced it. read more » You are me, and I was you October 6, 2021 — by Annie Liu A letter to my younger self read more » ‘Happier Than Ever’: Billie Eilish’s take on growth September 20, 2021 — by Sara Bright and Annie Liu Billie Eilish’s new album explores the challenges of transitioning into adulthood. read more » Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years September 20, 2021 — by Annie Liu In-person school requires adjustments that will take time to get used to read more » Visuals by Annie April 2, 2024: Sophomore year: the interlude between middle school bliss and high school nightmare Dear sophomores, you are already halfway through! March 15, 2024: Are we truly living in a simulation? Which one would you choose? March 11, 2024: Drop now or drop dead: District should remove drop date A timeline of the course change dates and drop dates of first and second semesters. March 7, 2024: My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Hopkins and me sitting in the snow outside of his house March 7, 2024: National Cereal Day: an ode to my midnight best friend February 15, 2024: Colored noise is a hidden gem among distracting study music The only background noise to give me complete serenity. February 13, 2024: Living on Facetime: the secret method to being productive The rude awakening I receive every night from my friend. February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ March 7, 2024 — by Annie Liu Who wouldn’t like a getaway vacation island from the grueling complexities of the real world? read more » Five Nights at Freddy’s film adaptation aptly satisfies expectations of video game fans February 6, 2024 — by Annie Liu The visuals are incredible, but the plot is very bad. read more » Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school January 24, 2024 — by Sam Bai and Annie Liu Teachers describe the struggles and joys of living far from school. read more » Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) December 14, 2023 — by Annie Liu Flower shops are basically parks, if you believe. read more » Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck November 6, 2023 — by Annie Liu A strange superstition began in elementary school. read more » Sophomores power through quad day despite low participation September 28, 2023 — by Annie Liu & Ruiyan Zhu While struggling with low interest and changing the choreography too often, the sophomore class had a rather stressful Homecoming. read more » The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom September 25, 2023 — by Annie Liu By implementing greenery, posters and fairy lights, Laws creates a calming environment for her students. read more » Plants enliven Rector’s classroom September 20, 2023 — by Sam Bai and Annie Liu His classroom is decorated with greens accompanied by student-made origami. read more » Senior fuses meditation and neuroscience passions into research paper March 24, 2023 — by Howard Shu and Annie Liu With a deep learning mentor’s guidance, senior Bryant Liu has published his work on “Deep Learning for Meditation’s Impact on Brain-Computer Interface Performance.” read more » Girls’ basketball: Challenging season comes to a close February 13, 2023 — by Victoria Hu and Annie Liu Despite securing 2 victories against Homestead, the Falcons lost their other 7 league games. read more » With only eight players, girls’ basketball lacks full roster as season begins December 10, 2022 — by Annie Liu and Victoria Hu Three seniors decided not to play. read more » Rain is good, but not during a track meet November 8, 2022 — by Annie Liu Sipping a cup of tea at home while raining is pleasurable, but running a meet in the rain is not my cup of tea. read more » New CBI teacher teaches vital skills to students September 24, 2022 — by Skyler Mao and Annie Liu The newest member of the school’s CBI program said he was excited to collaborate with students and teachers. read more » Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed September 24, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Annie Liu It’s the OG. It’s a classic. Bow down to the clean water that comes out of your faucet. read more » Farmers market: a bustling market of reminiscence March 16, 2022 — by Annie Liu Memories of Taiwan evoked in a recent visit. read more » Boys’ soccer finds early league success January 21, 2022 — by Annie Liu, Nikhil Mathihalli and Tiffany Wang The Falcons are hopeful for the upcoming season due to the addition of many strong underclassmen joining the team. read more » Senior Shani Chiu makes art from fear January 18, 2022 — by Annie Liu & Joann Zhang Inspired by their brother, they plan to pursue game character design. read more » Boys’ soccer looks forward to a promising season November 19, 2021 — by Tiffany Wang and Annie Liu Saddled with a compatible head coach and team composed of majority returning players, the team is confident about this year’s season, harboring high hopes for CCS. read more » Two juniors achieve rare perfect scores on AP Comp Science exam November 16, 2021 — by Annie Liu and Howard Shu Juniors Uma Phalke and Anthony Wang were the only Saratoga students to be among the 356 students globally who aced it. read more » You are me, and I was you October 6, 2021 — by Annie Liu A letter to my younger self read more » ‘Happier Than Ever’: Billie Eilish’s take on growth September 20, 2021 — by Sara Bright and Annie Liu Billie Eilish’s new album explores the challenges of transitioning into adulthood. read more » Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years September 20, 2021 — by Annie Liu In-person school requires adjustments that will take time to get used to read more » Visuals by Annie April 2, 2024: Sophomore year: the interlude between middle school bliss and high school nightmare Dear sophomores, you are already halfway through! March 15, 2024: Are we truly living in a simulation? Which one would you choose? March 11, 2024: Drop now or drop dead: District should remove drop date A timeline of the course change dates and drop dates of first and second semesters. March 7, 2024: My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Hopkins and me sitting in the snow outside of his house March 7, 2024: National Cereal Day: an ode to my midnight best friend February 15, 2024: Colored noise is a hidden gem among distracting study music The only background noise to give me complete serenity. February 13, 2024: Living on Facetime: the secret method to being productive The rude awakening I receive every night from my friend. February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
Five Nights at Freddy’s film adaptation aptly satisfies expectations of video game fans February 6, 2024 — by Annie Liu The visuals are incredible, but the plot is very bad. read more » Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school January 24, 2024 — by Sam Bai and Annie Liu Teachers describe the struggles and joys of living far from school. read more » Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) December 14, 2023 — by Annie Liu Flower shops are basically parks, if you believe. read more » Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck November 6, 2023 — by Annie Liu A strange superstition began in elementary school. read more » Sophomores power through quad day despite low participation September 28, 2023 — by Annie Liu & Ruiyan Zhu While struggling with low interest and changing the choreography too often, the sophomore class had a rather stressful Homecoming. read more » The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom September 25, 2023 — by Annie Liu By implementing greenery, posters and fairy lights, Laws creates a calming environment for her students. read more » Plants enliven Rector’s classroom September 20, 2023 — by Sam Bai and Annie Liu His classroom is decorated with greens accompanied by student-made origami. read more » Senior fuses meditation and neuroscience passions into research paper March 24, 2023 — by Howard Shu and Annie Liu With a deep learning mentor’s guidance, senior Bryant Liu has published his work on “Deep Learning for Meditation’s Impact on Brain-Computer Interface Performance.” read more » Girls’ basketball: Challenging season comes to a close February 13, 2023 — by Victoria Hu and Annie Liu Despite securing 2 victories against Homestead, the Falcons lost their other 7 league games. read more » With only eight players, girls’ basketball lacks full roster as season begins December 10, 2022 — by Annie Liu and Victoria Hu Three seniors decided not to play. read more » Rain is good, but not during a track meet November 8, 2022 — by Annie Liu Sipping a cup of tea at home while raining is pleasurable, but running a meet in the rain is not my cup of tea. read more » New CBI teacher teaches vital skills to students September 24, 2022 — by Skyler Mao and Annie Liu The newest member of the school’s CBI program said he was excited to collaborate with students and teachers. read more » Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed September 24, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Annie Liu It’s the OG. It’s a classic. Bow down to the clean water that comes out of your faucet. read more » Farmers market: a bustling market of reminiscence March 16, 2022 — by Annie Liu Memories of Taiwan evoked in a recent visit. read more » Boys’ soccer finds early league success January 21, 2022 — by Annie Liu, Nikhil Mathihalli and Tiffany Wang The Falcons are hopeful for the upcoming season due to the addition of many strong underclassmen joining the team. read more » Senior Shani Chiu makes art from fear January 18, 2022 — by Annie Liu & Joann Zhang Inspired by their brother, they plan to pursue game character design. read more » Boys’ soccer looks forward to a promising season November 19, 2021 — by Tiffany Wang and Annie Liu Saddled with a compatible head coach and team composed of majority returning players, the team is confident about this year’s season, harboring high hopes for CCS. read more » Two juniors achieve rare perfect scores on AP Comp Science exam November 16, 2021 — by Annie Liu and Howard Shu Juniors Uma Phalke and Anthony Wang were the only Saratoga students to be among the 356 students globally who aced it. read more » You are me, and I was you October 6, 2021 — by Annie Liu A letter to my younger self read more » ‘Happier Than Ever’: Billie Eilish’s take on growth September 20, 2021 — by Sara Bright and Annie Liu Billie Eilish’s new album explores the challenges of transitioning into adulthood. read more » Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years September 20, 2021 — by Annie Liu In-person school requires adjustments that will take time to get used to read more » Visuals by Annie April 2, 2024: Sophomore year: the interlude between middle school bliss and high school nightmare Dear sophomores, you are already halfway through! March 15, 2024: Are we truly living in a simulation? Which one would you choose? March 11, 2024: Drop now or drop dead: District should remove drop date A timeline of the course change dates and drop dates of first and second semesters. March 7, 2024: My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Hopkins and me sitting in the snow outside of his house March 7, 2024: National Cereal Day: an ode to my midnight best friend February 15, 2024: Colored noise is a hidden gem among distracting study music The only background noise to give me complete serenity. February 13, 2024: Living on Facetime: the secret method to being productive The rude awakening I receive every night from my friend. February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school January 24, 2024 — by Sam Bai and Annie Liu Teachers describe the struggles and joys of living far from school. read more » Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) December 14, 2023 — by Annie Liu Flower shops are basically parks, if you believe. read more » Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck November 6, 2023 — by Annie Liu A strange superstition began in elementary school. read more » Sophomores power through quad day despite low participation September 28, 2023 — by Annie Liu & Ruiyan Zhu While struggling with low interest and changing the choreography too often, the sophomore class had a rather stressful Homecoming. read more » The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom September 25, 2023 — by Annie Liu By implementing greenery, posters and fairy lights, Laws creates a calming environment for her students. read more » Plants enliven Rector’s classroom September 20, 2023 — by Sam Bai and Annie Liu His classroom is decorated with greens accompanied by student-made origami. read more » Senior fuses meditation and neuroscience passions into research paper March 24, 2023 — by Howard Shu and Annie Liu With a deep learning mentor’s guidance, senior Bryant Liu has published his work on “Deep Learning for Meditation’s Impact on Brain-Computer Interface Performance.” read more » Girls’ basketball: Challenging season comes to a close February 13, 2023 — by Victoria Hu and Annie Liu Despite securing 2 victories against Homestead, the Falcons lost their other 7 league games. read more » With only eight players, girls’ basketball lacks full roster as season begins December 10, 2022 — by Annie Liu and Victoria Hu Three seniors decided not to play. read more » Rain is good, but not during a track meet November 8, 2022 — by Annie Liu Sipping a cup of tea at home while raining is pleasurable, but running a meet in the rain is not my cup of tea. read more » New CBI teacher teaches vital skills to students September 24, 2022 — by Skyler Mao and Annie Liu The newest member of the school’s CBI program said he was excited to collaborate with students and teachers. read more » Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed September 24, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Annie Liu It’s the OG. It’s a classic. Bow down to the clean water that comes out of your faucet. read more » Farmers market: a bustling market of reminiscence March 16, 2022 — by Annie Liu Memories of Taiwan evoked in a recent visit. read more » Boys’ soccer finds early league success January 21, 2022 — by Annie Liu, Nikhil Mathihalli and Tiffany Wang The Falcons are hopeful for the upcoming season due to the addition of many strong underclassmen joining the team. read more » Senior Shani Chiu makes art from fear January 18, 2022 — by Annie Liu & Joann Zhang Inspired by their brother, they plan to pursue game character design. read more » Boys’ soccer looks forward to a promising season November 19, 2021 — by Tiffany Wang and Annie Liu Saddled with a compatible head coach and team composed of majority returning players, the team is confident about this year’s season, harboring high hopes for CCS. read more » Two juniors achieve rare perfect scores on AP Comp Science exam November 16, 2021 — by Annie Liu and Howard Shu Juniors Uma Phalke and Anthony Wang were the only Saratoga students to be among the 356 students globally who aced it. read more » You are me, and I was you October 6, 2021 — by Annie Liu A letter to my younger self read more » ‘Happier Than Ever’: Billie Eilish’s take on growth September 20, 2021 — by Sara Bright and Annie Liu Billie Eilish’s new album explores the challenges of transitioning into adulthood. read more » Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years September 20, 2021 — by Annie Liu In-person school requires adjustments that will take time to get used to read more » Visuals by Annie April 2, 2024: Sophomore year: the interlude between middle school bliss and high school nightmare Dear sophomores, you are already halfway through! March 15, 2024: Are we truly living in a simulation? Which one would you choose? March 11, 2024: Drop now or drop dead: District should remove drop date A timeline of the course change dates and drop dates of first and second semesters. March 7, 2024: My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Hopkins and me sitting in the snow outside of his house March 7, 2024: National Cereal Day: an ode to my midnight best friend February 15, 2024: Colored noise is a hidden gem among distracting study music The only background noise to give me complete serenity. February 13, 2024: Living on Facetime: the secret method to being productive The rude awakening I receive every night from my friend. February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) December 14, 2023 — by Annie Liu Flower shops are basically parks, if you believe. read more » Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck November 6, 2023 — by Annie Liu A strange superstition began in elementary school. read more » Sophomores power through quad day despite low participation September 28, 2023 — by Annie Liu & Ruiyan Zhu While struggling with low interest and changing the choreography too often, the sophomore class had a rather stressful Homecoming. read more » The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom September 25, 2023 — by Annie Liu By implementing greenery, posters and fairy lights, Laws creates a calming environment for her students. read more » Plants enliven Rector’s classroom September 20, 2023 — by Sam Bai and Annie Liu His classroom is decorated with greens accompanied by student-made origami. read more » Senior fuses meditation and neuroscience passions into research paper March 24, 2023 — by Howard Shu and Annie Liu With a deep learning mentor’s guidance, senior Bryant Liu has published his work on “Deep Learning for Meditation’s Impact on Brain-Computer Interface Performance.” read more » Girls’ basketball: Challenging season comes to a close February 13, 2023 — by Victoria Hu and Annie Liu Despite securing 2 victories against Homestead, the Falcons lost their other 7 league games. read more » With only eight players, girls’ basketball lacks full roster as season begins December 10, 2022 — by Annie Liu and Victoria Hu Three seniors decided not to play. read more » Rain is good, but not during a track meet November 8, 2022 — by Annie Liu Sipping a cup of tea at home while raining is pleasurable, but running a meet in the rain is not my cup of tea. read more » New CBI teacher teaches vital skills to students September 24, 2022 — by Skyler Mao and Annie Liu The newest member of the school’s CBI program said he was excited to collaborate with students and teachers. read more » Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed September 24, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Annie Liu It’s the OG. It’s a classic. Bow down to the clean water that comes out of your faucet. read more » Farmers market: a bustling market of reminiscence March 16, 2022 — by Annie Liu Memories of Taiwan evoked in a recent visit. read more » Boys’ soccer finds early league success January 21, 2022 — by Annie Liu, Nikhil Mathihalli and Tiffany Wang The Falcons are hopeful for the upcoming season due to the addition of many strong underclassmen joining the team. read more » Senior Shani Chiu makes art from fear January 18, 2022 — by Annie Liu & Joann Zhang Inspired by their brother, they plan to pursue game character design. read more » Boys’ soccer looks forward to a promising season November 19, 2021 — by Tiffany Wang and Annie Liu Saddled with a compatible head coach and team composed of majority returning players, the team is confident about this year’s season, harboring high hopes for CCS. read more » Two juniors achieve rare perfect scores on AP Comp Science exam November 16, 2021 — by Annie Liu and Howard Shu Juniors Uma Phalke and Anthony Wang were the only Saratoga students to be among the 356 students globally who aced it. read more » You are me, and I was you October 6, 2021 — by Annie Liu A letter to my younger self read more » ‘Happier Than Ever’: Billie Eilish’s take on growth September 20, 2021 — by Sara Bright and Annie Liu Billie Eilish’s new album explores the challenges of transitioning into adulthood. read more » Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years September 20, 2021 — by Annie Liu In-person school requires adjustments that will take time to get used to read more » Visuals by Annie April 2, 2024: Sophomore year: the interlude between middle school bliss and high school nightmare Dear sophomores, you are already halfway through! March 15, 2024: Are we truly living in a simulation? Which one would you choose? March 11, 2024: Drop now or drop dead: District should remove drop date A timeline of the course change dates and drop dates of first and second semesters. March 7, 2024: My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Hopkins and me sitting in the snow outside of his house March 7, 2024: National Cereal Day: an ode to my midnight best friend February 15, 2024: Colored noise is a hidden gem among distracting study music The only background noise to give me complete serenity. February 13, 2024: Living on Facetime: the secret method to being productive The rude awakening I receive every night from my friend. February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck November 6, 2023 — by Annie Liu A strange superstition began in elementary school. read more » Sophomores power through quad day despite low participation September 28, 2023 — by Annie Liu & Ruiyan Zhu While struggling with low interest and changing the choreography too often, the sophomore class had a rather stressful Homecoming. read more » The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom September 25, 2023 — by Annie Liu By implementing greenery, posters and fairy lights, Laws creates a calming environment for her students. read more » Plants enliven Rector’s classroom September 20, 2023 — by Sam Bai and Annie Liu His classroom is decorated with greens accompanied by student-made origami. read more » Senior fuses meditation and neuroscience passions into research paper March 24, 2023 — by Howard Shu and Annie Liu With a deep learning mentor’s guidance, senior Bryant Liu has published his work on “Deep Learning for Meditation’s Impact on Brain-Computer Interface Performance.” read more » Girls’ basketball: Challenging season comes to a close February 13, 2023 — by Victoria Hu and Annie Liu Despite securing 2 victories against Homestead, the Falcons lost their other 7 league games. read more » With only eight players, girls’ basketball lacks full roster as season begins December 10, 2022 — by Annie Liu and Victoria Hu Three seniors decided not to play. read more » Rain is good, but not during a track meet November 8, 2022 — by Annie Liu Sipping a cup of tea at home while raining is pleasurable, but running a meet in the rain is not my cup of tea. read more » New CBI teacher teaches vital skills to students September 24, 2022 — by Skyler Mao and Annie Liu The newest member of the school’s CBI program said he was excited to collaborate with students and teachers. read more » Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed September 24, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Annie Liu It’s the OG. It’s a classic. Bow down to the clean water that comes out of your faucet. read more » Farmers market: a bustling market of reminiscence March 16, 2022 — by Annie Liu Memories of Taiwan evoked in a recent visit. read more » Boys’ soccer finds early league success January 21, 2022 — by Annie Liu, Nikhil Mathihalli and Tiffany Wang The Falcons are hopeful for the upcoming season due to the addition of many strong underclassmen joining the team. read more » Senior Shani Chiu makes art from fear January 18, 2022 — by Annie Liu & Joann Zhang Inspired by their brother, they plan to pursue game character design. read more » Boys’ soccer looks forward to a promising season November 19, 2021 — by Tiffany Wang and Annie Liu Saddled with a compatible head coach and team composed of majority returning players, the team is confident about this year’s season, harboring high hopes for CCS. read more » Two juniors achieve rare perfect scores on AP Comp Science exam November 16, 2021 — by Annie Liu and Howard Shu Juniors Uma Phalke and Anthony Wang were the only Saratoga students to be among the 356 students globally who aced it. read more » You are me, and I was you October 6, 2021 — by Annie Liu A letter to my younger self read more » ‘Happier Than Ever’: Billie Eilish’s take on growth September 20, 2021 — by Sara Bright and Annie Liu Billie Eilish’s new album explores the challenges of transitioning into adulthood. read more » Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years September 20, 2021 — by Annie Liu In-person school requires adjustments that will take time to get used to read more » Visuals by Annie April 2, 2024: Sophomore year: the interlude between middle school bliss and high school nightmare Dear sophomores, you are already halfway through! March 15, 2024: Are we truly living in a simulation? Which one would you choose? March 11, 2024: Drop now or drop dead: District should remove drop date A timeline of the course change dates and drop dates of first and second semesters. March 7, 2024: My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Hopkins and me sitting in the snow outside of his house March 7, 2024: National Cereal Day: an ode to my midnight best friend February 15, 2024: Colored noise is a hidden gem among distracting study music The only background noise to give me complete serenity. February 13, 2024: Living on Facetime: the secret method to being productive The rude awakening I receive every night from my friend. February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
Sophomores power through quad day despite low participation September 28, 2023 — by Annie Liu & Ruiyan Zhu While struggling with low interest and changing the choreography too often, the sophomore class had a rather stressful Homecoming. read more » The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom September 25, 2023 — by Annie Liu By implementing greenery, posters and fairy lights, Laws creates a calming environment for her students. read more » Plants enliven Rector’s classroom September 20, 2023 — by Sam Bai and Annie Liu His classroom is decorated with greens accompanied by student-made origami. read more » Senior fuses meditation and neuroscience passions into research paper March 24, 2023 — by Howard Shu and Annie Liu With a deep learning mentor’s guidance, senior Bryant Liu has published his work on “Deep Learning for Meditation’s Impact on Brain-Computer Interface Performance.” read more » Girls’ basketball: Challenging season comes to a close February 13, 2023 — by Victoria Hu and Annie Liu Despite securing 2 victories against Homestead, the Falcons lost their other 7 league games. read more » With only eight players, girls’ basketball lacks full roster as season begins December 10, 2022 — by Annie Liu and Victoria Hu Three seniors decided not to play. read more » Rain is good, but not during a track meet November 8, 2022 — by Annie Liu Sipping a cup of tea at home while raining is pleasurable, but running a meet in the rain is not my cup of tea. read more » New CBI teacher teaches vital skills to students September 24, 2022 — by Skyler Mao and Annie Liu The newest member of the school’s CBI program said he was excited to collaborate with students and teachers. read more » Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed September 24, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Annie Liu It’s the OG. It’s a classic. Bow down to the clean water that comes out of your faucet. read more » Farmers market: a bustling market of reminiscence March 16, 2022 — by Annie Liu Memories of Taiwan evoked in a recent visit. read more » Boys’ soccer finds early league success January 21, 2022 — by Annie Liu, Nikhil Mathihalli and Tiffany Wang The Falcons are hopeful for the upcoming season due to the addition of many strong underclassmen joining the team. read more » Senior Shani Chiu makes art from fear January 18, 2022 — by Annie Liu & Joann Zhang Inspired by their brother, they plan to pursue game character design. read more » Boys’ soccer looks forward to a promising season November 19, 2021 — by Tiffany Wang and Annie Liu Saddled with a compatible head coach and team composed of majority returning players, the team is confident about this year’s season, harboring high hopes for CCS. read more » Two juniors achieve rare perfect scores on AP Comp Science exam November 16, 2021 — by Annie Liu and Howard Shu Juniors Uma Phalke and Anthony Wang were the only Saratoga students to be among the 356 students globally who aced it. read more » You are me, and I was you October 6, 2021 — by Annie Liu A letter to my younger self read more » ‘Happier Than Ever’: Billie Eilish’s take on growth September 20, 2021 — by Sara Bright and Annie Liu Billie Eilish’s new album explores the challenges of transitioning into adulthood. read more » Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years September 20, 2021 — by Annie Liu In-person school requires adjustments that will take time to get used to read more » Visuals by Annie April 2, 2024: Sophomore year: the interlude between middle school bliss and high school nightmare Dear sophomores, you are already halfway through! March 15, 2024: Are we truly living in a simulation? Which one would you choose? March 11, 2024: Drop now or drop dead: District should remove drop date A timeline of the course change dates and drop dates of first and second semesters. March 7, 2024: My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Hopkins and me sitting in the snow outside of his house March 7, 2024: National Cereal Day: an ode to my midnight best friend February 15, 2024: Colored noise is a hidden gem among distracting study music The only background noise to give me complete serenity. February 13, 2024: Living on Facetime: the secret method to being productive The rude awakening I receive every night from my friend. February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom September 25, 2023 — by Annie Liu By implementing greenery, posters and fairy lights, Laws creates a calming environment for her students. read more » Plants enliven Rector’s classroom September 20, 2023 — by Sam Bai and Annie Liu His classroom is decorated with greens accompanied by student-made origami. read more » Senior fuses meditation and neuroscience passions into research paper March 24, 2023 — by Howard Shu and Annie Liu With a deep learning mentor’s guidance, senior Bryant Liu has published his work on “Deep Learning for Meditation’s Impact on Brain-Computer Interface Performance.” read more » Girls’ basketball: Challenging season comes to a close February 13, 2023 — by Victoria Hu and Annie Liu Despite securing 2 victories against Homestead, the Falcons lost their other 7 league games. read more » With only eight players, girls’ basketball lacks full roster as season begins December 10, 2022 — by Annie Liu and Victoria Hu Three seniors decided not to play. read more » Rain is good, but not during a track meet November 8, 2022 — by Annie Liu Sipping a cup of tea at home while raining is pleasurable, but running a meet in the rain is not my cup of tea. read more » New CBI teacher teaches vital skills to students September 24, 2022 — by Skyler Mao and Annie Liu The newest member of the school’s CBI program said he was excited to collaborate with students and teachers. read more » Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed September 24, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Annie Liu It’s the OG. It’s a classic. Bow down to the clean water that comes out of your faucet. read more » Farmers market: a bustling market of reminiscence March 16, 2022 — by Annie Liu Memories of Taiwan evoked in a recent visit. read more » Boys’ soccer finds early league success January 21, 2022 — by Annie Liu, Nikhil Mathihalli and Tiffany Wang The Falcons are hopeful for the upcoming season due to the addition of many strong underclassmen joining the team. read more » Senior Shani Chiu makes art from fear January 18, 2022 — by Annie Liu & Joann Zhang Inspired by their brother, they plan to pursue game character design. read more » Boys’ soccer looks forward to a promising season November 19, 2021 — by Tiffany Wang and Annie Liu Saddled with a compatible head coach and team composed of majority returning players, the team is confident about this year’s season, harboring high hopes for CCS. read more » Two juniors achieve rare perfect scores on AP Comp Science exam November 16, 2021 — by Annie Liu and Howard Shu Juniors Uma Phalke and Anthony Wang were the only Saratoga students to be among the 356 students globally who aced it. read more » You are me, and I was you October 6, 2021 — by Annie Liu A letter to my younger self read more » ‘Happier Than Ever’: Billie Eilish’s take on growth September 20, 2021 — by Sara Bright and Annie Liu Billie Eilish’s new album explores the challenges of transitioning into adulthood. read more » Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years September 20, 2021 — by Annie Liu In-person school requires adjustments that will take time to get used to read more » Visuals by Annie April 2, 2024: Sophomore year: the interlude between middle school bliss and high school nightmare Dear sophomores, you are already halfway through! March 15, 2024: Are we truly living in a simulation? Which one would you choose? March 11, 2024: Drop now or drop dead: District should remove drop date A timeline of the course change dates and drop dates of first and second semesters. March 7, 2024: My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Hopkins and me sitting in the snow outside of his house March 7, 2024: National Cereal Day: an ode to my midnight best friend February 15, 2024: Colored noise is a hidden gem among distracting study music The only background noise to give me complete serenity. February 13, 2024: Living on Facetime: the secret method to being productive The rude awakening I receive every night from my friend. February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
Plants enliven Rector’s classroom September 20, 2023 — by Sam Bai and Annie Liu His classroom is decorated with greens accompanied by student-made origami. read more » Senior fuses meditation and neuroscience passions into research paper March 24, 2023 — by Howard Shu and Annie Liu With a deep learning mentor’s guidance, senior Bryant Liu has published his work on “Deep Learning for Meditation’s Impact on Brain-Computer Interface Performance.” read more » Girls’ basketball: Challenging season comes to a close February 13, 2023 — by Victoria Hu and Annie Liu Despite securing 2 victories against Homestead, the Falcons lost their other 7 league games. read more » With only eight players, girls’ basketball lacks full roster as season begins December 10, 2022 — by Annie Liu and Victoria Hu Three seniors decided not to play. read more » Rain is good, but not during a track meet November 8, 2022 — by Annie Liu Sipping a cup of tea at home while raining is pleasurable, but running a meet in the rain is not my cup of tea. read more » New CBI teacher teaches vital skills to students September 24, 2022 — by Skyler Mao and Annie Liu The newest member of the school’s CBI program said he was excited to collaborate with students and teachers. read more » Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed September 24, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Annie Liu It’s the OG. It’s a classic. Bow down to the clean water that comes out of your faucet. read more » Farmers market: a bustling market of reminiscence March 16, 2022 — by Annie Liu Memories of Taiwan evoked in a recent visit. read more » Boys’ soccer finds early league success January 21, 2022 — by Annie Liu, Nikhil Mathihalli and Tiffany Wang The Falcons are hopeful for the upcoming season due to the addition of many strong underclassmen joining the team. read more » Senior Shani Chiu makes art from fear January 18, 2022 — by Annie Liu & Joann Zhang Inspired by their brother, they plan to pursue game character design. read more » Boys’ soccer looks forward to a promising season November 19, 2021 — by Tiffany Wang and Annie Liu Saddled with a compatible head coach and team composed of majority returning players, the team is confident about this year’s season, harboring high hopes for CCS. read more » Two juniors achieve rare perfect scores on AP Comp Science exam November 16, 2021 — by Annie Liu and Howard Shu Juniors Uma Phalke and Anthony Wang were the only Saratoga students to be among the 356 students globally who aced it. read more » You are me, and I was you October 6, 2021 — by Annie Liu A letter to my younger self read more » ‘Happier Than Ever’: Billie Eilish’s take on growth September 20, 2021 — by Sara Bright and Annie Liu Billie Eilish’s new album explores the challenges of transitioning into adulthood. read more » Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years September 20, 2021 — by Annie Liu In-person school requires adjustments that will take time to get used to read more » Visuals by Annie April 2, 2024: Sophomore year: the interlude between middle school bliss and high school nightmare Dear sophomores, you are already halfway through! March 15, 2024: Are we truly living in a simulation? Which one would you choose? March 11, 2024: Drop now or drop dead: District should remove drop date A timeline of the course change dates and drop dates of first and second semesters. March 7, 2024: My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Hopkins and me sitting in the snow outside of his house March 7, 2024: National Cereal Day: an ode to my midnight best friend February 15, 2024: Colored noise is a hidden gem among distracting study music The only background noise to give me complete serenity. February 13, 2024: Living on Facetime: the secret method to being productive The rude awakening I receive every night from my friend. February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
Senior fuses meditation and neuroscience passions into research paper March 24, 2023 — by Howard Shu and Annie Liu With a deep learning mentor’s guidance, senior Bryant Liu has published his work on “Deep Learning for Meditation’s Impact on Brain-Computer Interface Performance.” read more » Girls’ basketball: Challenging season comes to a close February 13, 2023 — by Victoria Hu and Annie Liu Despite securing 2 victories against Homestead, the Falcons lost their other 7 league games. read more » With only eight players, girls’ basketball lacks full roster as season begins December 10, 2022 — by Annie Liu and Victoria Hu Three seniors decided not to play. read more » Rain is good, but not during a track meet November 8, 2022 — by Annie Liu Sipping a cup of tea at home while raining is pleasurable, but running a meet in the rain is not my cup of tea. read more » New CBI teacher teaches vital skills to students September 24, 2022 — by Skyler Mao and Annie Liu The newest member of the school’s CBI program said he was excited to collaborate with students and teachers. read more » Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed September 24, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Annie Liu It’s the OG. It’s a classic. Bow down to the clean water that comes out of your faucet. read more » Farmers market: a bustling market of reminiscence March 16, 2022 — by Annie Liu Memories of Taiwan evoked in a recent visit. read more » Boys’ soccer finds early league success January 21, 2022 — by Annie Liu, Nikhil Mathihalli and Tiffany Wang The Falcons are hopeful for the upcoming season due to the addition of many strong underclassmen joining the team. read more » Senior Shani Chiu makes art from fear January 18, 2022 — by Annie Liu & Joann Zhang Inspired by their brother, they plan to pursue game character design. read more » Boys’ soccer looks forward to a promising season November 19, 2021 — by Tiffany Wang and Annie Liu Saddled with a compatible head coach and team composed of majority returning players, the team is confident about this year’s season, harboring high hopes for CCS. read more » Two juniors achieve rare perfect scores on AP Comp Science exam November 16, 2021 — by Annie Liu and Howard Shu Juniors Uma Phalke and Anthony Wang were the only Saratoga students to be among the 356 students globally who aced it. read more » You are me, and I was you October 6, 2021 — by Annie Liu A letter to my younger self read more » ‘Happier Than Ever’: Billie Eilish’s take on growth September 20, 2021 — by Sara Bright and Annie Liu Billie Eilish’s new album explores the challenges of transitioning into adulthood. read more » Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years September 20, 2021 — by Annie Liu In-person school requires adjustments that will take time to get used to read more » Visuals by Annie April 2, 2024: Sophomore year: the interlude between middle school bliss and high school nightmare Dear sophomores, you are already halfway through! March 15, 2024: Are we truly living in a simulation? Which one would you choose? March 11, 2024: Drop now or drop dead: District should remove drop date A timeline of the course change dates and drop dates of first and second semesters. March 7, 2024: My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Hopkins and me sitting in the snow outside of his house March 7, 2024: National Cereal Day: an ode to my midnight best friend February 15, 2024: Colored noise is a hidden gem among distracting study music The only background noise to give me complete serenity. February 13, 2024: Living on Facetime: the secret method to being productive The rude awakening I receive every night from my friend. February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
Girls’ basketball: Challenging season comes to a close February 13, 2023 — by Victoria Hu and Annie Liu Despite securing 2 victories against Homestead, the Falcons lost their other 7 league games. read more » With only eight players, girls’ basketball lacks full roster as season begins December 10, 2022 — by Annie Liu and Victoria Hu Three seniors decided not to play. read more » Rain is good, but not during a track meet November 8, 2022 — by Annie Liu Sipping a cup of tea at home while raining is pleasurable, but running a meet in the rain is not my cup of tea. read more » New CBI teacher teaches vital skills to students September 24, 2022 — by Skyler Mao and Annie Liu The newest member of the school’s CBI program said he was excited to collaborate with students and teachers. read more » Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed September 24, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Annie Liu It’s the OG. It’s a classic. Bow down to the clean water that comes out of your faucet. read more » Farmers market: a bustling market of reminiscence March 16, 2022 — by Annie Liu Memories of Taiwan evoked in a recent visit. read more » Boys’ soccer finds early league success January 21, 2022 — by Annie Liu, Nikhil Mathihalli and Tiffany Wang The Falcons are hopeful for the upcoming season due to the addition of many strong underclassmen joining the team. read more » Senior Shani Chiu makes art from fear January 18, 2022 — by Annie Liu & Joann Zhang Inspired by their brother, they plan to pursue game character design. read more » Boys’ soccer looks forward to a promising season November 19, 2021 — by Tiffany Wang and Annie Liu Saddled with a compatible head coach and team composed of majority returning players, the team is confident about this year’s season, harboring high hopes for CCS. read more » Two juniors achieve rare perfect scores on AP Comp Science exam November 16, 2021 — by Annie Liu and Howard Shu Juniors Uma Phalke and Anthony Wang were the only Saratoga students to be among the 356 students globally who aced it. read more » You are me, and I was you October 6, 2021 — by Annie Liu A letter to my younger self read more » ‘Happier Than Ever’: Billie Eilish’s take on growth September 20, 2021 — by Sara Bright and Annie Liu Billie Eilish’s new album explores the challenges of transitioning into adulthood. read more » Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years September 20, 2021 — by Annie Liu In-person school requires adjustments that will take time to get used to read more » Visuals by Annie April 2, 2024: Sophomore year: the interlude between middle school bliss and high school nightmare Dear sophomores, you are already halfway through! March 15, 2024: Are we truly living in a simulation? Which one would you choose? March 11, 2024: Drop now or drop dead: District should remove drop date A timeline of the course change dates and drop dates of first and second semesters. March 7, 2024: My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Hopkins and me sitting in the snow outside of his house March 7, 2024: National Cereal Day: an ode to my midnight best friend February 15, 2024: Colored noise is a hidden gem among distracting study music The only background noise to give me complete serenity. February 13, 2024: Living on Facetime: the secret method to being productive The rude awakening I receive every night from my friend. February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
With only eight players, girls’ basketball lacks full roster as season begins December 10, 2022 — by Annie Liu and Victoria Hu Three seniors decided not to play. read more » Rain is good, but not during a track meet November 8, 2022 — by Annie Liu Sipping a cup of tea at home while raining is pleasurable, but running a meet in the rain is not my cup of tea. read more » New CBI teacher teaches vital skills to students September 24, 2022 — by Skyler Mao and Annie Liu The newest member of the school’s CBI program said he was excited to collaborate with students and teachers. read more » Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed September 24, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Annie Liu It’s the OG. It’s a classic. Bow down to the clean water that comes out of your faucet. read more » Farmers market: a bustling market of reminiscence March 16, 2022 — by Annie Liu Memories of Taiwan evoked in a recent visit. read more » Boys’ soccer finds early league success January 21, 2022 — by Annie Liu, Nikhil Mathihalli and Tiffany Wang The Falcons are hopeful for the upcoming season due to the addition of many strong underclassmen joining the team. read more » Senior Shani Chiu makes art from fear January 18, 2022 — by Annie Liu & Joann Zhang Inspired by their brother, they plan to pursue game character design. read more » Boys’ soccer looks forward to a promising season November 19, 2021 — by Tiffany Wang and Annie Liu Saddled with a compatible head coach and team composed of majority returning players, the team is confident about this year’s season, harboring high hopes for CCS. read more » Two juniors achieve rare perfect scores on AP Comp Science exam November 16, 2021 — by Annie Liu and Howard Shu Juniors Uma Phalke and Anthony Wang were the only Saratoga students to be among the 356 students globally who aced it. read more » You are me, and I was you October 6, 2021 — by Annie Liu A letter to my younger self read more » ‘Happier Than Ever’: Billie Eilish’s take on growth September 20, 2021 — by Sara Bright and Annie Liu Billie Eilish’s new album explores the challenges of transitioning into adulthood. read more » Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years September 20, 2021 — by Annie Liu In-person school requires adjustments that will take time to get used to read more » Visuals by Annie April 2, 2024: Sophomore year: the interlude between middle school bliss and high school nightmare Dear sophomores, you are already halfway through! March 15, 2024: Are we truly living in a simulation? Which one would you choose? March 11, 2024: Drop now or drop dead: District should remove drop date A timeline of the course change dates and drop dates of first and second semesters. March 7, 2024: My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Hopkins and me sitting in the snow outside of his house March 7, 2024: National Cereal Day: an ode to my midnight best friend February 15, 2024: Colored noise is a hidden gem among distracting study music The only background noise to give me complete serenity. February 13, 2024: Living on Facetime: the secret method to being productive The rude awakening I receive every night from my friend. February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
Rain is good, but not during a track meet November 8, 2022 — by Annie Liu Sipping a cup of tea at home while raining is pleasurable, but running a meet in the rain is not my cup of tea. read more » New CBI teacher teaches vital skills to students September 24, 2022 — by Skyler Mao and Annie Liu The newest member of the school’s CBI program said he was excited to collaborate with students and teachers. read more » Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed September 24, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Annie Liu It’s the OG. It’s a classic. Bow down to the clean water that comes out of your faucet. read more » Farmers market: a bustling market of reminiscence March 16, 2022 — by Annie Liu Memories of Taiwan evoked in a recent visit. read more » Boys’ soccer finds early league success January 21, 2022 — by Annie Liu, Nikhil Mathihalli and Tiffany Wang The Falcons are hopeful for the upcoming season due to the addition of many strong underclassmen joining the team. read more » Senior Shani Chiu makes art from fear January 18, 2022 — by Annie Liu & Joann Zhang Inspired by their brother, they plan to pursue game character design. read more » Boys’ soccer looks forward to a promising season November 19, 2021 — by Tiffany Wang and Annie Liu Saddled with a compatible head coach and team composed of majority returning players, the team is confident about this year’s season, harboring high hopes for CCS. read more » Two juniors achieve rare perfect scores on AP Comp Science exam November 16, 2021 — by Annie Liu and Howard Shu Juniors Uma Phalke and Anthony Wang were the only Saratoga students to be among the 356 students globally who aced it. read more » You are me, and I was you October 6, 2021 — by Annie Liu A letter to my younger self read more » ‘Happier Than Ever’: Billie Eilish’s take on growth September 20, 2021 — by Sara Bright and Annie Liu Billie Eilish’s new album explores the challenges of transitioning into adulthood. read more » Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years September 20, 2021 — by Annie Liu In-person school requires adjustments that will take time to get used to read more » Visuals by Annie April 2, 2024: Sophomore year: the interlude between middle school bliss and high school nightmare Dear sophomores, you are already halfway through! March 15, 2024: Are we truly living in a simulation? Which one would you choose? March 11, 2024: Drop now or drop dead: District should remove drop date A timeline of the course change dates and drop dates of first and second semesters. March 7, 2024: My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Hopkins and me sitting in the snow outside of his house March 7, 2024: National Cereal Day: an ode to my midnight best friend February 15, 2024: Colored noise is a hidden gem among distracting study music The only background noise to give me complete serenity. February 13, 2024: Living on Facetime: the secret method to being productive The rude awakening I receive every night from my friend. February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
New CBI teacher teaches vital skills to students September 24, 2022 — by Skyler Mao and Annie Liu The newest member of the school’s CBI program said he was excited to collaborate with students and teachers. read more » Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed September 24, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Annie Liu It’s the OG. It’s a classic. Bow down to the clean water that comes out of your faucet. read more » Farmers market: a bustling market of reminiscence March 16, 2022 — by Annie Liu Memories of Taiwan evoked in a recent visit. read more » Boys’ soccer finds early league success January 21, 2022 — by Annie Liu, Nikhil Mathihalli and Tiffany Wang The Falcons are hopeful for the upcoming season due to the addition of many strong underclassmen joining the team. read more » Senior Shani Chiu makes art from fear January 18, 2022 — by Annie Liu & Joann Zhang Inspired by their brother, they plan to pursue game character design. read more » Boys’ soccer looks forward to a promising season November 19, 2021 — by Tiffany Wang and Annie Liu Saddled with a compatible head coach and team composed of majority returning players, the team is confident about this year’s season, harboring high hopes for CCS. read more » Two juniors achieve rare perfect scores on AP Comp Science exam November 16, 2021 — by Annie Liu and Howard Shu Juniors Uma Phalke and Anthony Wang were the only Saratoga students to be among the 356 students globally who aced it. read more » You are me, and I was you October 6, 2021 — by Annie Liu A letter to my younger self read more » ‘Happier Than Ever’: Billie Eilish’s take on growth September 20, 2021 — by Sara Bright and Annie Liu Billie Eilish’s new album explores the challenges of transitioning into adulthood. read more » Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years September 20, 2021 — by Annie Liu In-person school requires adjustments that will take time to get used to read more » Visuals by Annie April 2, 2024: Sophomore year: the interlude between middle school bliss and high school nightmare Dear sophomores, you are already halfway through! March 15, 2024: Are we truly living in a simulation? Which one would you choose? March 11, 2024: Drop now or drop dead: District should remove drop date A timeline of the course change dates and drop dates of first and second semesters. March 7, 2024: My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Hopkins and me sitting in the snow outside of his house March 7, 2024: National Cereal Day: an ode to my midnight best friend February 15, 2024: Colored noise is a hidden gem among distracting study music The only background noise to give me complete serenity. February 13, 2024: Living on Facetime: the secret method to being productive The rude awakening I receive every night from my friend. February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed September 24, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Annie Liu It’s the OG. It’s a classic. Bow down to the clean water that comes out of your faucet. read more » Farmers market: a bustling market of reminiscence March 16, 2022 — by Annie Liu Memories of Taiwan evoked in a recent visit. read more » Boys’ soccer finds early league success January 21, 2022 — by Annie Liu, Nikhil Mathihalli and Tiffany Wang The Falcons are hopeful for the upcoming season due to the addition of many strong underclassmen joining the team. read more » Senior Shani Chiu makes art from fear January 18, 2022 — by Annie Liu & Joann Zhang Inspired by their brother, they plan to pursue game character design. read more » Boys’ soccer looks forward to a promising season November 19, 2021 — by Tiffany Wang and Annie Liu Saddled with a compatible head coach and team composed of majority returning players, the team is confident about this year’s season, harboring high hopes for CCS. read more » Two juniors achieve rare perfect scores on AP Comp Science exam November 16, 2021 — by Annie Liu and Howard Shu Juniors Uma Phalke and Anthony Wang were the only Saratoga students to be among the 356 students globally who aced it. read more » You are me, and I was you October 6, 2021 — by Annie Liu A letter to my younger self read more » ‘Happier Than Ever’: Billie Eilish’s take on growth September 20, 2021 — by Sara Bright and Annie Liu Billie Eilish’s new album explores the challenges of transitioning into adulthood. read more » Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years September 20, 2021 — by Annie Liu In-person school requires adjustments that will take time to get used to read more » Visuals by Annie April 2, 2024: Sophomore year: the interlude between middle school bliss and high school nightmare Dear sophomores, you are already halfway through! March 15, 2024: Are we truly living in a simulation? Which one would you choose? March 11, 2024: Drop now or drop dead: District should remove drop date A timeline of the course change dates and drop dates of first and second semesters. March 7, 2024: My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Hopkins and me sitting in the snow outside of his house March 7, 2024: National Cereal Day: an ode to my midnight best friend February 15, 2024: Colored noise is a hidden gem among distracting study music The only background noise to give me complete serenity. February 13, 2024: Living on Facetime: the secret method to being productive The rude awakening I receive every night from my friend. February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
Farmers market: a bustling market of reminiscence March 16, 2022 — by Annie Liu Memories of Taiwan evoked in a recent visit. read more » Boys’ soccer finds early league success January 21, 2022 — by Annie Liu, Nikhil Mathihalli and Tiffany Wang The Falcons are hopeful for the upcoming season due to the addition of many strong underclassmen joining the team. read more » Senior Shani Chiu makes art from fear January 18, 2022 — by Annie Liu & Joann Zhang Inspired by their brother, they plan to pursue game character design. read more » Boys’ soccer looks forward to a promising season November 19, 2021 — by Tiffany Wang and Annie Liu Saddled with a compatible head coach and team composed of majority returning players, the team is confident about this year’s season, harboring high hopes for CCS. read more » Two juniors achieve rare perfect scores on AP Comp Science exam November 16, 2021 — by Annie Liu and Howard Shu Juniors Uma Phalke and Anthony Wang were the only Saratoga students to be among the 356 students globally who aced it. read more » You are me, and I was you October 6, 2021 — by Annie Liu A letter to my younger self read more » ‘Happier Than Ever’: Billie Eilish’s take on growth September 20, 2021 — by Sara Bright and Annie Liu Billie Eilish’s new album explores the challenges of transitioning into adulthood. read more » Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years September 20, 2021 — by Annie Liu In-person school requires adjustments that will take time to get used to read more » Visuals by Annie April 2, 2024: Sophomore year: the interlude between middle school bliss and high school nightmare Dear sophomores, you are already halfway through! March 15, 2024: Are we truly living in a simulation? Which one would you choose? March 11, 2024: Drop now or drop dead: District should remove drop date A timeline of the course change dates and drop dates of first and second semesters. March 7, 2024: My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Hopkins and me sitting in the snow outside of his house March 7, 2024: National Cereal Day: an ode to my midnight best friend February 15, 2024: Colored noise is a hidden gem among distracting study music The only background noise to give me complete serenity. February 13, 2024: Living on Facetime: the secret method to being productive The rude awakening I receive every night from my friend. February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
Boys’ soccer finds early league success January 21, 2022 — by Annie Liu, Nikhil Mathihalli and Tiffany Wang The Falcons are hopeful for the upcoming season due to the addition of many strong underclassmen joining the team. read more » Senior Shani Chiu makes art from fear January 18, 2022 — by Annie Liu & Joann Zhang Inspired by their brother, they plan to pursue game character design. read more » Boys’ soccer looks forward to a promising season November 19, 2021 — by Tiffany Wang and Annie Liu Saddled with a compatible head coach and team composed of majority returning players, the team is confident about this year’s season, harboring high hopes for CCS. read more » Two juniors achieve rare perfect scores on AP Comp Science exam November 16, 2021 — by Annie Liu and Howard Shu Juniors Uma Phalke and Anthony Wang were the only Saratoga students to be among the 356 students globally who aced it. read more » You are me, and I was you October 6, 2021 — by Annie Liu A letter to my younger self read more » ‘Happier Than Ever’: Billie Eilish’s take on growth September 20, 2021 — by Sara Bright and Annie Liu Billie Eilish’s new album explores the challenges of transitioning into adulthood. read more » Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years September 20, 2021 — by Annie Liu In-person school requires adjustments that will take time to get used to read more » Visuals by Annie April 2, 2024: Sophomore year: the interlude between middle school bliss and high school nightmare Dear sophomores, you are already halfway through! March 15, 2024: Are we truly living in a simulation? Which one would you choose? March 11, 2024: Drop now or drop dead: District should remove drop date A timeline of the course change dates and drop dates of first and second semesters. March 7, 2024: My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Hopkins and me sitting in the snow outside of his house March 7, 2024: National Cereal Day: an ode to my midnight best friend February 15, 2024: Colored noise is a hidden gem among distracting study music The only background noise to give me complete serenity. February 13, 2024: Living on Facetime: the secret method to being productive The rude awakening I receive every night from my friend. February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
Senior Shani Chiu makes art from fear January 18, 2022 — by Annie Liu & Joann Zhang Inspired by their brother, they plan to pursue game character design. read more » Boys’ soccer looks forward to a promising season November 19, 2021 — by Tiffany Wang and Annie Liu Saddled with a compatible head coach and team composed of majority returning players, the team is confident about this year’s season, harboring high hopes for CCS. read more » Two juniors achieve rare perfect scores on AP Comp Science exam November 16, 2021 — by Annie Liu and Howard Shu Juniors Uma Phalke and Anthony Wang were the only Saratoga students to be among the 356 students globally who aced it. read more » You are me, and I was you October 6, 2021 — by Annie Liu A letter to my younger self read more » ‘Happier Than Ever’: Billie Eilish’s take on growth September 20, 2021 — by Sara Bright and Annie Liu Billie Eilish’s new album explores the challenges of transitioning into adulthood. read more » Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years September 20, 2021 — by Annie Liu In-person school requires adjustments that will take time to get used to read more » Visuals by Annie April 2, 2024: Sophomore year: the interlude between middle school bliss and high school nightmare Dear sophomores, you are already halfway through! March 15, 2024: Are we truly living in a simulation? Which one would you choose? March 11, 2024: Drop now or drop dead: District should remove drop date A timeline of the course change dates and drop dates of first and second semesters. March 7, 2024: My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Hopkins and me sitting in the snow outside of his house March 7, 2024: National Cereal Day: an ode to my midnight best friend February 15, 2024: Colored noise is a hidden gem among distracting study music The only background noise to give me complete serenity. February 13, 2024: Living on Facetime: the secret method to being productive The rude awakening I receive every night from my friend. February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
Boys’ soccer looks forward to a promising season November 19, 2021 — by Tiffany Wang and Annie Liu Saddled with a compatible head coach and team composed of majority returning players, the team is confident about this year’s season, harboring high hopes for CCS. read more » Two juniors achieve rare perfect scores on AP Comp Science exam November 16, 2021 — by Annie Liu and Howard Shu Juniors Uma Phalke and Anthony Wang were the only Saratoga students to be among the 356 students globally who aced it. read more » You are me, and I was you October 6, 2021 — by Annie Liu A letter to my younger self read more » ‘Happier Than Ever’: Billie Eilish’s take on growth September 20, 2021 — by Sara Bright and Annie Liu Billie Eilish’s new album explores the challenges of transitioning into adulthood. read more » Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years September 20, 2021 — by Annie Liu In-person school requires adjustments that will take time to get used to read more » Visuals by Annie April 2, 2024: Sophomore year: the interlude between middle school bliss and high school nightmare Dear sophomores, you are already halfway through! March 15, 2024: Are we truly living in a simulation? Which one would you choose? March 11, 2024: Drop now or drop dead: District should remove drop date A timeline of the course change dates and drop dates of first and second semesters. March 7, 2024: My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Hopkins and me sitting in the snow outside of his house March 7, 2024: National Cereal Day: an ode to my midnight best friend February 15, 2024: Colored noise is a hidden gem among distracting study music The only background noise to give me complete serenity. February 13, 2024: Living on Facetime: the secret method to being productive The rude awakening I receive every night from my friend. February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
Two juniors achieve rare perfect scores on AP Comp Science exam November 16, 2021 — by Annie Liu and Howard Shu Juniors Uma Phalke and Anthony Wang were the only Saratoga students to be among the 356 students globally who aced it. read more » You are me, and I was you October 6, 2021 — by Annie Liu A letter to my younger self read more » ‘Happier Than Ever’: Billie Eilish’s take on growth September 20, 2021 — by Sara Bright and Annie Liu Billie Eilish’s new album explores the challenges of transitioning into adulthood. read more » Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years September 20, 2021 — by Annie Liu In-person school requires adjustments that will take time to get used to read more » Visuals by Annie April 2, 2024: Sophomore year: the interlude between middle school bliss and high school nightmare Dear sophomores, you are already halfway through! March 15, 2024: Are we truly living in a simulation? Which one would you choose? March 11, 2024: Drop now or drop dead: District should remove drop date A timeline of the course change dates and drop dates of first and second semesters. March 7, 2024: My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Hopkins and me sitting in the snow outside of his house March 7, 2024: National Cereal Day: an ode to my midnight best friend February 15, 2024: Colored noise is a hidden gem among distracting study music The only background noise to give me complete serenity. February 13, 2024: Living on Facetime: the secret method to being productive The rude awakening I receive every night from my friend. February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
You are me, and I was you October 6, 2021 — by Annie Liu A letter to my younger self read more » ‘Happier Than Ever’: Billie Eilish’s take on growth September 20, 2021 — by Sara Bright and Annie Liu Billie Eilish’s new album explores the challenges of transitioning into adulthood. read more » Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years September 20, 2021 — by Annie Liu In-person school requires adjustments that will take time to get used to read more » Visuals by Annie April 2, 2024: Sophomore year: the interlude between middle school bliss and high school nightmare Dear sophomores, you are already halfway through! March 15, 2024: Are we truly living in a simulation? Which one would you choose? March 11, 2024: Drop now or drop dead: District should remove drop date A timeline of the course change dates and drop dates of first and second semesters. March 7, 2024: My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Hopkins and me sitting in the snow outside of his house March 7, 2024: National Cereal Day: an ode to my midnight best friend February 15, 2024: Colored noise is a hidden gem among distracting study music The only background noise to give me complete serenity. February 13, 2024: Living on Facetime: the secret method to being productive The rude awakening I receive every night from my friend. February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
‘Happier Than Ever’: Billie Eilish’s take on growth September 20, 2021 — by Sara Bright and Annie Liu Billie Eilish’s new album explores the challenges of transitioning into adulthood. read more » Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years September 20, 2021 — by Annie Liu In-person school requires adjustments that will take time to get used to read more » Visuals by Annie April 2, 2024: Sophomore year: the interlude between middle school bliss and high school nightmare Dear sophomores, you are already halfway through! March 15, 2024: Are we truly living in a simulation? Which one would you choose? March 11, 2024: Drop now or drop dead: District should remove drop date A timeline of the course change dates and drop dates of first and second semesters. March 7, 2024: My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Hopkins and me sitting in the snow outside of his house March 7, 2024: National Cereal Day: an ode to my midnight best friend February 15, 2024: Colored noise is a hidden gem among distracting study music The only background noise to give me complete serenity. February 13, 2024: Living on Facetime: the secret method to being productive The rude awakening I receive every night from my friend. February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years September 20, 2021 — by Annie Liu In-person school requires adjustments that will take time to get used to read more » Visuals by Annie April 2, 2024: Sophomore year: the interlude between middle school bliss and high school nightmare Dear sophomores, you are already halfway through! March 15, 2024: Are we truly living in a simulation? Which one would you choose? March 11, 2024: Drop now or drop dead: District should remove drop date A timeline of the course change dates and drop dates of first and second semesters. March 7, 2024: My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Hopkins and me sitting in the snow outside of his house March 7, 2024: National Cereal Day: an ode to my midnight best friend February 15, 2024: Colored noise is a hidden gem among distracting study music The only background noise to give me complete serenity. February 13, 2024: Living on Facetime: the secret method to being productive The rude awakening I receive every night from my friend. February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
April 2, 2024: Sophomore year: the interlude between middle school bliss and high school nightmare Dear sophomores, you are already halfway through! March 15, 2024: Are we truly living in a simulation? Which one would you choose? March 11, 2024: Drop now or drop dead: District should remove drop date A timeline of the course change dates and drop dates of first and second semesters. March 7, 2024: My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Hopkins and me sitting in the snow outside of his house March 7, 2024: National Cereal Day: an ode to my midnight best friend February 15, 2024: Colored noise is a hidden gem among distracting study music The only background noise to give me complete serenity. February 13, 2024: Living on Facetime: the secret method to being productive The rude awakening I receive every night from my friend. February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
March 15, 2024: Are we truly living in a simulation? Which one would you choose? March 11, 2024: Drop now or drop dead: District should remove drop date A timeline of the course change dates and drop dates of first and second semesters. March 7, 2024: My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Hopkins and me sitting in the snow outside of his house March 7, 2024: National Cereal Day: an ode to my midnight best friend February 15, 2024: Colored noise is a hidden gem among distracting study music The only background noise to give me complete serenity. February 13, 2024: Living on Facetime: the secret method to being productive The rude awakening I receive every night from my friend. February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
March 11, 2024: Drop now or drop dead: District should remove drop date A timeline of the course change dates and drop dates of first and second semesters. March 7, 2024: My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Hopkins and me sitting in the snow outside of his house March 7, 2024: National Cereal Day: an ode to my midnight best friend February 15, 2024: Colored noise is a hidden gem among distracting study music The only background noise to give me complete serenity. February 13, 2024: Living on Facetime: the secret method to being productive The rude awakening I receive every night from my friend. February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
March 7, 2024: My comfort game: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Hopkins and me sitting in the snow outside of his house March 7, 2024: National Cereal Day: an ode to my midnight best friend February 15, 2024: Colored noise is a hidden gem among distracting study music The only background noise to give me complete serenity. February 13, 2024: Living on Facetime: the secret method to being productive The rude awakening I receive every night from my friend. February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
March 7, 2024: National Cereal Day: an ode to my midnight best friend February 15, 2024: Colored noise is a hidden gem among distracting study music The only background noise to give me complete serenity. February 13, 2024: Living on Facetime: the secret method to being productive The rude awakening I receive every night from my friend. February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
February 15, 2024: Colored noise is a hidden gem among distracting study music The only background noise to give me complete serenity. February 13, 2024: Living on Facetime: the secret method to being productive The rude awakening I receive every night from my friend. February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
February 13, 2024: Living on Facetime: the secret method to being productive The rude awakening I receive every night from my friend. February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
February 13, 2024: The ‘neither-either’ grammar police need to check themselves Why unlearn this if I’m right? February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
February 4, 2024: Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
January 25, 2024: Going back in time, I would like to relive a random day of nothingness Me time traveling back to my younger self. January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
January 25, 2024: New Year’s Resolutions are useless — it’s better to reject them January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
January 24, 2024: Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school Herzman and Tyler enjoy music on the ride to school. January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
January 16, 2024: Top 10: Geese on campus Two geese stare each other down as they compare their superiority. January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
January 9, 2024: Alumni further their athletic careers in college outside of NCAA Class of ‘23 alumnus Eli Tsives pursues club water polo at UCLA. December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
December 15, 2023: Despite cheating concerns, many teachers remain optimistic about use of AI in classrooms December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
December 14, 2023: Four nearby flower shops worth shopping at this holiday season (or anytime, really) Adorable Sedum Ogons (Golden Japanese Stonecrops) at Yamagami’s. December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
December 7, 2023: The latest, greatest embarrassment of the GOP — the election of a speaker — shows the party is incapable of leading The vacancy of Speaker of the house left the Republicans in disarray. November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
November 8, 2023: Your fate is in my hands: my one-day journey as an underqualified palm reader The love, head and life line reveal secrets about your personality. November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
November 6, 2023: Busting the watermelon seed myth: No, they DO NOT grow in your stomach Munching on the watermelon seeds is now a lifelong habit. November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
November 6, 2023: New ‘iPad kid’ phenomenon reflects unsettling reality of screen time addiction — and it’s time for parents to do something about it Young children are always hooked on their iPads, refusing to leave their screens. November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
November 6, 2023: If you’re bad at drawing, try photography Me on my daily quarantine dog walk. November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
November 6, 2023: Myth: Believing ‘Best Day’ song brings bad luck I cover my ears up when I hear “Best Day of My Life” playing. October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
October 28, 2023: Guide for newbies: A step into the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli Totoro, Chu Totoro and Chibi Totoro march together. October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
October 21, 2023: Board cancels gym renovations but continues with plans for solar panel carports for front parking lot Renovations to the school’s gym and additions of solar panels. September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
September 29, 2023: Bud Light’s controversial advertisement highlights worrying social media trend Budlight released rainbow-colored cans to celebrate their partnership with Mulvaney. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
September 29, 2023: Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders The extremely destructive effect of the Maui wildfires on the communities nearby. September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
September 25, 2023: The soft glow of fairy lights fills Laws’ classroom Students in Laws’ fairy light-lit classroom during tutorial. September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
September 19, 2023: Seniorly tired all the time: lessons we’re learning with our newly minted status What happens when seniors get home from school. September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
September 19, 2023: Choose white for the senior graduation gowns The clash of colors for graduation gowns. September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
September 14, 2023: A layperson’s guide to students’ classroom pet peeves If we can hear teachers breathe, they are too close to us. September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
September 11, 2023: 100-word rant: Teachers, please stop with the introduction games Students do not bond over useless facts during introduction games. June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
June 1, 2023: Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
May 10, 2023: Rihanna makes strong return to spotlight despite backlash Rihanna continues to stun the public with her bold looks. May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
May 8, 2023: Here’s what to do with your free time in the Bay Area this summer @MinsuiTang July 21, 2023… be there. April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
April 3, 2023: Can the stars see my future? I tracked my ‘horrorscope’ for a day I spy with my little eye the sky and the stars — not my future. March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
March 30, 2023: Studying the stars: finding out if my personality was developed or divined The signs of Sagittarius, Libra and Aquarius join together in the unique brew that is my personality. March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
March 30, 2023: Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting. March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
March 30, 2023: 100-word rant: Sequestering phones in class is pointless The dreaded phone pockets make their unwelcome appearance in every classroom. February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
February 15, 2023: Senior wins New York Times award for 2022 personal narrative contest February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
February 15, 2023: Superscoring exacerbates existing inequity in the SAT With superscoring, students combine their best scores from each section of the SAT. February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
February 13, 2023: Staff editorial: Policies on academic integrity need updating, clarifying The handbook outlines the school’s academic integrity policy. February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
February 10, 2023: Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China Braised crucian carp February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
February 9, 2023: Teachers: Please make homework due times right before class Students experience increased stress with current deadlines. February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
February 9, 2023: BBLs and beauty standards: the damaging effects of the trend cycle A typical BBL dress can be found on websites like PrettyLittleThing and Fashion Nova. February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
February 8, 2023: Upperclassmen and teachers reflect on skills necessary to succeed in widely perceived ‘most difficult’ classes Students and teachers both highlight the importance of asking questions. February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
February 3, 2023: Prospective students get a peek into campus life through shadowing program A student shadow sits in on their matched volunteer’s classes. January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
January 25, 2023: The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience A student opens up to a therapist. January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
January 25, 2023: Top 10: worst questions to ask at a family gathering My yearly family dinner conversation. December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
December 23, 2022: How to build the perfect snowman December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
December 21, 2022: Top 10: Things that happened when Santa came down the chimney I hope Santa won’t realize his missing elf! December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
December 10, 2022: It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
December 10, 2022: America needs to speak out against violence directed towards female politicians Female politicians face sexism as a part of their day-to-day lives. December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
December 8, 2022: Twitter has long been toxic; why are we trying to protect it? December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
December 2, 2022: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ … is this song to end I vote to ban “All I Want For Christmas is You”. December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
December 1, 2022: After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices Our holy grail of afterschool snacks. November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
November 30, 2022: Good note-taking strategies improve study efficiency Taking notes is a difficult yet necessary task. November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
November 8, 2022: Rain is good, but not during a track meet I grow concerned about slipping on the track before races in the rain. November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
November 6, 2022: It’s autumn and time to celebrate Autumn is my favorite season of the year. The weather is perfect, and time with family is memorable. October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
October 25, 2022: Library’s discarded 75-student limit promoted a positive learning environment — and should return Students struggle to find a place to stay during tutorial. October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
October 19, 2022: The grievances of a Halloween bowl decimated by trick-or-treaters Woeful tears of the Halloween bowl. October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
October 19, 2022: An ode to fall clothing Fall weather gives way to a cozy wardrobe. September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
September 29, 2022: Top 10 subreddits There is no place better than Reddit to waste your time. September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
September 25, 2022: Dear seniors, get a grip The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays. September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
September 24, 2022: My three cents: a dummies’ guide to emojis The crying emoji with streaming tears and the otter, unlike the laugh crying emoji, will forever be your best friends. September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
September 24, 2022: Bring Your Own Device policy has many upsides Personal devices are more efficient than shared school devices. September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
September 24, 2022: Good tap water: a privilege to be enjoyed You can enjoy a warm mug of hot chocolate in a matter of seconds thanks to hot tap water. September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
September 23, 2022: The real deal behind lol and lmao Not all words are created equal. September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
September 22, 2022: Current merit-based college aid system needs rethinking The number of students who do not receive federal financial aid for college after graduation must change. May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
May 30, 2022: And about those geese on campus . . . they’re not so cute Three geese and their offspring parade across campus. May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
May 19, 2022: Board needs to focus more on student concerns Students advocate for various changes to the school, which mostly go ignored or take a long time to be addressed. May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
May 15, 2022: Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam I remember squatting around the dam I built with my friends March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
March 18, 2022: Course registration patterns look to be consistent with past years March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
March 16, 2022: Same-subject classes should have similar policies, assessments and difficulty March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
March 16, 2022: Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
March 12, 2022: Vacancy taxes are a pathetic attempt at funding and creating affordable housing solutions March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
March 4, 2022: Cut the toxicity: Parents need to stop competing with their kids’ academic accolades January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
January 18, 2022: Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
December 2, 2021: The ‘metaverse’ may be the internet’s next big thing, but it shouldn’t be Meta’s December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
December 1, 2021: ‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
November 22, 2021: Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
November 16, 2021: Right-handed by chance, left-handed by choice November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
November 4, 2021: ‘Starcraft’: the hardest game ever October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
October 28, 2021: A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
October 8, 2021: Newsom on a roll: vaccine mandate incites majority approval from students October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
October 8, 2021: National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
October 7, 2021: 100-Word Rant: Short lunchtime disadvantages non-speed-eaters October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
October 6, 2021: You are me, and I was you October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
October 3, 2021: Despite the downsides, I haven’t stopped cracking my knuckles October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years
October 2, 2021: School library should remove unnecessary books September 20, 2021: Stuck at home, sophomore becomes more introverted in the past couple of years