Behind the scenes: What happens in Stage Tech May 9, 2024 — by Grace Lin One of the smallest classes on campus — just three students — takes place in the Thermond Drama Center after 6th period on every Blue Day. The three students in Stage Tech — sophomore Ben Davies, freshman Ashmik Ray and freshman Neel Jayavant — review their agenda with drama teacher Ben Brotzman at the start […] read more » Top 10 ways to procrastinate May 9, 2024 — by Sunny Cao 10. Pretending to be productive I am so productive! Remember that coffee I made five hours ago that has since gone cold? Check. How about clicking on the computer’s mouse to make sure the screen doesn’t go black even though you’re not using it? Check. Hey, maybe by doing this you can gaslight yourself into […] read more » Why can’t we still play childhood games? May 8, 2024 — by Amelia Chang Four years ago in Wildwood Park, I ran across the park as quickly as I could, scanning for any brightly colored eggs hidden behind rocks or trees. Every other person around me was doing the exact same thing. A lot of them were younger, but we were all united by one goal: find as many […] read more » The decline in IO games: What was the cause? May 8, 2024 — by Florence Wei Suppose you are a middle schooler walking into the Saratoga Library before the pandemic. If you recall doing this, then this memory is bound to be familiar: the round tables in the children’s section, lined with desktop computers. You can hear the silent yells of celebration — or sometimes anguish — and the shush of […] read more » Top 10: reasons I hate the beach May 4, 2024 — by Amy Luo 10. The crowd Just the sight of enormous crowds within no more than an arms-length from each other at the beach makes me exhausted. It’s also a little disturbing that everybody is only a few pieces of cloth from being naked. 9. The flying volleyballs There’s always college students playing beach volleyball. I wouldn’t mind […] read more » Beyond family traditions: How classes and clubs help students stay connected to their cultures May 4, 2024 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang As the sun sets and the sky darkens, vibrant splashes of traditional attire and pandals (a temporary stage with structural decorations) sparkle throughout India and among the Bengali diaspora in October during Durga Puja, an annual Hindu festival that marks the victory of good over demons. Each pandal conveys a unique message in its art, […] read more » We love tofu so much — you should too May 4, 2024 — by Divya Vadlakonda and Isabelle Wang Imagine this: You are a very hungry caterpillar who cannot decide whether to eat something cold or warm, sweet or salty, a snack or a meal. However, if you choose to be certified Grade A fatty, you need to dive into the marvelous succulent world of tofu dishes. Honestly, tofu gets way too much hate. […] read more » Finding community in fantasy card games May 4, 2024 — by Eric Shi Hunched over a hand of “Magic: the Gathering” cards, on Sept. 28, 2023, Mason Hendley anxiously contemplated his next move as his chances of winning a Las Vegas tournament dwindled — one more loss and he would be out. It was a high-stakes night for Mason, as he was participating in his largest tournament yet […] read more » Summer volunteering in the Bay Area: a guide to seeking the opportunities May 4, 2024 — by Angela Tan In the 9.5 weeks of summer when you aren’t confined in a stuffy classroom, endless possibilities abound for how to spend your free time. Some students attend summer programs at universities to further their passion in a field, while others take a relaxing vacation to a distant country and some stay home to enjoy the […] read more » Board games stay afloat among the rising online gaming industry May 4, 2024 — by Shirina Cao Crowded around the little square game board of “Clue” with five of my friends during spring break, I kept my cards close to my chest, only taking small peeks when I was sure no one was watching. When the candlestick was revealed to be the weapon, a lightbulb went off in my head as I […] read more » 12345...1020304050...nextlast
Top 10 ways to procrastinate May 9, 2024 — by Sunny Cao 10. Pretending to be productive I am so productive! Remember that coffee I made five hours ago that has since gone cold? Check. How about clicking on the computer’s mouse to make sure the screen doesn’t go black even though you’re not using it? Check. Hey, maybe by doing this you can gaslight yourself into […] read more » Why can’t we still play childhood games? May 8, 2024 — by Amelia Chang Four years ago in Wildwood Park, I ran across the park as quickly as I could, scanning for any brightly colored eggs hidden behind rocks or trees. Every other person around me was doing the exact same thing. A lot of them were younger, but we were all united by one goal: find as many […] read more » The decline in IO games: What was the cause? May 8, 2024 — by Florence Wei Suppose you are a middle schooler walking into the Saratoga Library before the pandemic. If you recall doing this, then this memory is bound to be familiar: the round tables in the children’s section, lined with desktop computers. You can hear the silent yells of celebration — or sometimes anguish — and the shush of […] read more » Top 10: reasons I hate the beach May 4, 2024 — by Amy Luo 10. The crowd Just the sight of enormous crowds within no more than an arms-length from each other at the beach makes me exhausted. It’s also a little disturbing that everybody is only a few pieces of cloth from being naked. 9. The flying volleyballs There’s always college students playing beach volleyball. I wouldn’t mind […] read more » Beyond family traditions: How classes and clubs help students stay connected to their cultures May 4, 2024 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang As the sun sets and the sky darkens, vibrant splashes of traditional attire and pandals (a temporary stage with structural decorations) sparkle throughout India and among the Bengali diaspora in October during Durga Puja, an annual Hindu festival that marks the victory of good over demons. Each pandal conveys a unique message in its art, […] read more » We love tofu so much — you should too May 4, 2024 — by Divya Vadlakonda and Isabelle Wang Imagine this: You are a very hungry caterpillar who cannot decide whether to eat something cold or warm, sweet or salty, a snack or a meal. However, if you choose to be certified Grade A fatty, you need to dive into the marvelous succulent world of tofu dishes. Honestly, tofu gets way too much hate. […] read more » Finding community in fantasy card games May 4, 2024 — by Eric Shi Hunched over a hand of “Magic: the Gathering” cards, on Sept. 28, 2023, Mason Hendley anxiously contemplated his next move as his chances of winning a Las Vegas tournament dwindled — one more loss and he would be out. It was a high-stakes night for Mason, as he was participating in his largest tournament yet […] read more » Summer volunteering in the Bay Area: a guide to seeking the opportunities May 4, 2024 — by Angela Tan In the 9.5 weeks of summer when you aren’t confined in a stuffy classroom, endless possibilities abound for how to spend your free time. Some students attend summer programs at universities to further their passion in a field, while others take a relaxing vacation to a distant country and some stay home to enjoy the […] read more » Board games stay afloat among the rising online gaming industry May 4, 2024 — by Shirina Cao Crowded around the little square game board of “Clue” with five of my friends during spring break, I kept my cards close to my chest, only taking small peeks when I was sure no one was watching. When the candlestick was revealed to be the weapon, a lightbulb went off in my head as I […] read more » 12345...1020304050...nextlast
Why can’t we still play childhood games? May 8, 2024 — by Amelia Chang Four years ago in Wildwood Park, I ran across the park as quickly as I could, scanning for any brightly colored eggs hidden behind rocks or trees. Every other person around me was doing the exact same thing. A lot of them were younger, but we were all united by one goal: find as many […] read more » The decline in IO games: What was the cause? May 8, 2024 — by Florence Wei Suppose you are a middle schooler walking into the Saratoga Library before the pandemic. If you recall doing this, then this memory is bound to be familiar: the round tables in the children’s section, lined with desktop computers. You can hear the silent yells of celebration — or sometimes anguish — and the shush of […] read more » Top 10: reasons I hate the beach May 4, 2024 — by Amy Luo 10. The crowd Just the sight of enormous crowds within no more than an arms-length from each other at the beach makes me exhausted. It’s also a little disturbing that everybody is only a few pieces of cloth from being naked. 9. The flying volleyballs There’s always college students playing beach volleyball. I wouldn’t mind […] read more » Beyond family traditions: How classes and clubs help students stay connected to their cultures May 4, 2024 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang As the sun sets and the sky darkens, vibrant splashes of traditional attire and pandals (a temporary stage with structural decorations) sparkle throughout India and among the Bengali diaspora in October during Durga Puja, an annual Hindu festival that marks the victory of good over demons. Each pandal conveys a unique message in its art, […] read more » We love tofu so much — you should too May 4, 2024 — by Divya Vadlakonda and Isabelle Wang Imagine this: You are a very hungry caterpillar who cannot decide whether to eat something cold or warm, sweet or salty, a snack or a meal. However, if you choose to be certified Grade A fatty, you need to dive into the marvelous succulent world of tofu dishes. Honestly, tofu gets way too much hate. […] read more » Finding community in fantasy card games May 4, 2024 — by Eric Shi Hunched over a hand of “Magic: the Gathering” cards, on Sept. 28, 2023, Mason Hendley anxiously contemplated his next move as his chances of winning a Las Vegas tournament dwindled — one more loss and he would be out. It was a high-stakes night for Mason, as he was participating in his largest tournament yet […] read more » Summer volunteering in the Bay Area: a guide to seeking the opportunities May 4, 2024 — by Angela Tan In the 9.5 weeks of summer when you aren’t confined in a stuffy classroom, endless possibilities abound for how to spend your free time. Some students attend summer programs at universities to further their passion in a field, while others take a relaxing vacation to a distant country and some stay home to enjoy the […] read more » Board games stay afloat among the rising online gaming industry May 4, 2024 — by Shirina Cao Crowded around the little square game board of “Clue” with five of my friends during spring break, I kept my cards close to my chest, only taking small peeks when I was sure no one was watching. When the candlestick was revealed to be the weapon, a lightbulb went off in my head as I […] read more » 12345...1020304050...nextlast
The decline in IO games: What was the cause? May 8, 2024 — by Florence Wei Suppose you are a middle schooler walking into the Saratoga Library before the pandemic. If you recall doing this, then this memory is bound to be familiar: the round tables in the children’s section, lined with desktop computers. You can hear the silent yells of celebration — or sometimes anguish — and the shush of […] read more » Top 10: reasons I hate the beach May 4, 2024 — by Amy Luo 10. The crowd Just the sight of enormous crowds within no more than an arms-length from each other at the beach makes me exhausted. It’s also a little disturbing that everybody is only a few pieces of cloth from being naked. 9. The flying volleyballs There’s always college students playing beach volleyball. I wouldn’t mind […] read more » Beyond family traditions: How classes and clubs help students stay connected to their cultures May 4, 2024 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang As the sun sets and the sky darkens, vibrant splashes of traditional attire and pandals (a temporary stage with structural decorations) sparkle throughout India and among the Bengali diaspora in October during Durga Puja, an annual Hindu festival that marks the victory of good over demons. Each pandal conveys a unique message in its art, […] read more » We love tofu so much — you should too May 4, 2024 — by Divya Vadlakonda and Isabelle Wang Imagine this: You are a very hungry caterpillar who cannot decide whether to eat something cold or warm, sweet or salty, a snack or a meal. However, if you choose to be certified Grade A fatty, you need to dive into the marvelous succulent world of tofu dishes. Honestly, tofu gets way too much hate. […] read more » Finding community in fantasy card games May 4, 2024 — by Eric Shi Hunched over a hand of “Magic: the Gathering” cards, on Sept. 28, 2023, Mason Hendley anxiously contemplated his next move as his chances of winning a Las Vegas tournament dwindled — one more loss and he would be out. It was a high-stakes night for Mason, as he was participating in his largest tournament yet […] read more » Summer volunteering in the Bay Area: a guide to seeking the opportunities May 4, 2024 — by Angela Tan In the 9.5 weeks of summer when you aren’t confined in a stuffy classroom, endless possibilities abound for how to spend your free time. Some students attend summer programs at universities to further their passion in a field, while others take a relaxing vacation to a distant country and some stay home to enjoy the […] read more » Board games stay afloat among the rising online gaming industry May 4, 2024 — by Shirina Cao Crowded around the little square game board of “Clue” with five of my friends during spring break, I kept my cards close to my chest, only taking small peeks when I was sure no one was watching. When the candlestick was revealed to be the weapon, a lightbulb went off in my head as I […] read more » 12345...1020304050...nextlast
Top 10: reasons I hate the beach May 4, 2024 — by Amy Luo 10. The crowd Just the sight of enormous crowds within no more than an arms-length from each other at the beach makes me exhausted. It’s also a little disturbing that everybody is only a few pieces of cloth from being naked. 9. The flying volleyballs There’s always college students playing beach volleyball. I wouldn’t mind […] read more » Beyond family traditions: How classes and clubs help students stay connected to their cultures May 4, 2024 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang As the sun sets and the sky darkens, vibrant splashes of traditional attire and pandals (a temporary stage with structural decorations) sparkle throughout India and among the Bengali diaspora in October during Durga Puja, an annual Hindu festival that marks the victory of good over demons. Each pandal conveys a unique message in its art, […] read more » We love tofu so much — you should too May 4, 2024 — by Divya Vadlakonda and Isabelle Wang Imagine this: You are a very hungry caterpillar who cannot decide whether to eat something cold or warm, sweet or salty, a snack or a meal. However, if you choose to be certified Grade A fatty, you need to dive into the marvelous succulent world of tofu dishes. Honestly, tofu gets way too much hate. […] read more » Finding community in fantasy card games May 4, 2024 — by Eric Shi Hunched over a hand of “Magic: the Gathering” cards, on Sept. 28, 2023, Mason Hendley anxiously contemplated his next move as his chances of winning a Las Vegas tournament dwindled — one more loss and he would be out. It was a high-stakes night for Mason, as he was participating in his largest tournament yet […] read more » Summer volunteering in the Bay Area: a guide to seeking the opportunities May 4, 2024 — by Angela Tan In the 9.5 weeks of summer when you aren’t confined in a stuffy classroom, endless possibilities abound for how to spend your free time. Some students attend summer programs at universities to further their passion in a field, while others take a relaxing vacation to a distant country and some stay home to enjoy the […] read more » Board games stay afloat among the rising online gaming industry May 4, 2024 — by Shirina Cao Crowded around the little square game board of “Clue” with five of my friends during spring break, I kept my cards close to my chest, only taking small peeks when I was sure no one was watching. When the candlestick was revealed to be the weapon, a lightbulb went off in my head as I […] read more » 12345...1020304050...nextlast
Beyond family traditions: How classes and clubs help students stay connected to their cultures May 4, 2024 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang As the sun sets and the sky darkens, vibrant splashes of traditional attire and pandals (a temporary stage with structural decorations) sparkle throughout India and among the Bengali diaspora in October during Durga Puja, an annual Hindu festival that marks the victory of good over demons. Each pandal conveys a unique message in its art, […] read more » We love tofu so much — you should too May 4, 2024 — by Divya Vadlakonda and Isabelle Wang Imagine this: You are a very hungry caterpillar who cannot decide whether to eat something cold or warm, sweet or salty, a snack or a meal. However, if you choose to be certified Grade A fatty, you need to dive into the marvelous succulent world of tofu dishes. Honestly, tofu gets way too much hate. […] read more » Finding community in fantasy card games May 4, 2024 — by Eric Shi Hunched over a hand of “Magic: the Gathering” cards, on Sept. 28, 2023, Mason Hendley anxiously contemplated his next move as his chances of winning a Las Vegas tournament dwindled — one more loss and he would be out. It was a high-stakes night for Mason, as he was participating in his largest tournament yet […] read more » Summer volunteering in the Bay Area: a guide to seeking the opportunities May 4, 2024 — by Angela Tan In the 9.5 weeks of summer when you aren’t confined in a stuffy classroom, endless possibilities abound for how to spend your free time. Some students attend summer programs at universities to further their passion in a field, while others take a relaxing vacation to a distant country and some stay home to enjoy the […] read more » Board games stay afloat among the rising online gaming industry May 4, 2024 — by Shirina Cao Crowded around the little square game board of “Clue” with five of my friends during spring break, I kept my cards close to my chest, only taking small peeks when I was sure no one was watching. When the candlestick was revealed to be the weapon, a lightbulb went off in my head as I […] read more » 12345...1020304050...nextlast
We love tofu so much — you should too May 4, 2024 — by Divya Vadlakonda and Isabelle Wang Imagine this: You are a very hungry caterpillar who cannot decide whether to eat something cold or warm, sweet or salty, a snack or a meal. However, if you choose to be certified Grade A fatty, you need to dive into the marvelous succulent world of tofu dishes. Honestly, tofu gets way too much hate. […] read more » Finding community in fantasy card games May 4, 2024 — by Eric Shi Hunched over a hand of “Magic: the Gathering” cards, on Sept. 28, 2023, Mason Hendley anxiously contemplated his next move as his chances of winning a Las Vegas tournament dwindled — one more loss and he would be out. It was a high-stakes night for Mason, as he was participating in his largest tournament yet […] read more » Summer volunteering in the Bay Area: a guide to seeking the opportunities May 4, 2024 — by Angela Tan In the 9.5 weeks of summer when you aren’t confined in a stuffy classroom, endless possibilities abound for how to spend your free time. Some students attend summer programs at universities to further their passion in a field, while others take a relaxing vacation to a distant country and some stay home to enjoy the […] read more » Board games stay afloat among the rising online gaming industry May 4, 2024 — by Shirina Cao Crowded around the little square game board of “Clue” with five of my friends during spring break, I kept my cards close to my chest, only taking small peeks when I was sure no one was watching. When the candlestick was revealed to be the weapon, a lightbulb went off in my head as I […] read more » 12345...1020304050...nextlast
Finding community in fantasy card games May 4, 2024 — by Eric Shi Hunched over a hand of “Magic: the Gathering” cards, on Sept. 28, 2023, Mason Hendley anxiously contemplated his next move as his chances of winning a Las Vegas tournament dwindled — one more loss and he would be out. It was a high-stakes night for Mason, as he was participating in his largest tournament yet […] read more » Summer volunteering in the Bay Area: a guide to seeking the opportunities May 4, 2024 — by Angela Tan In the 9.5 weeks of summer when you aren’t confined in a stuffy classroom, endless possibilities abound for how to spend your free time. Some students attend summer programs at universities to further their passion in a field, while others take a relaxing vacation to a distant country and some stay home to enjoy the […] read more » Board games stay afloat among the rising online gaming industry May 4, 2024 — by Shirina Cao Crowded around the little square game board of “Clue” with five of my friends during spring break, I kept my cards close to my chest, only taking small peeks when I was sure no one was watching. When the candlestick was revealed to be the weapon, a lightbulb went off in my head as I […] read more » 12345...1020304050...nextlast
Summer volunteering in the Bay Area: a guide to seeking the opportunities May 4, 2024 — by Angela Tan In the 9.5 weeks of summer when you aren’t confined in a stuffy classroom, endless possibilities abound for how to spend your free time. Some students attend summer programs at universities to further their passion in a field, while others take a relaxing vacation to a distant country and some stay home to enjoy the […] read more » Board games stay afloat among the rising online gaming industry May 4, 2024 — by Shirina Cao Crowded around the little square game board of “Clue” with five of my friends during spring break, I kept my cards close to my chest, only taking small peeks when I was sure no one was watching. When the candlestick was revealed to be the weapon, a lightbulb went off in my head as I […] read more » 12345...1020304050...nextlast
Board games stay afloat among the rising online gaming industry May 4, 2024 — by Shirina Cao Crowded around the little square game board of “Clue” with five of my friends during spring break, I kept my cards close to my chest, only taking small peeks when I was sure no one was watching. When the candlestick was revealed to be the weapon, a lightbulb went off in my head as I […] read more » 12345...1020304050...nextlast