Behind the principal’s SHS Friday Letter: a schoolwide group project January 24, 2024 — by Florence Hu Every week, teachers and other staff members gather recent news about the school community, adding each of them to principal Greg Louie’s Friday Letter. With each piece of information, they hope to attract attendees to school events, shine a spotlight on outstanding clubs or students and provide guidance information regarding academics. Louie came up with […] read more » Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school January 24, 2024 — by Sam Bai and Annie Liu Waking up at 5:45 a.m. or earlier to get to school might be hard for some students to imagine. For many teachers, however, waking up this early is just the beginning of their challenges in getting to school on time in the morning, especially since so many of them live far from Saratoga. A good […] read more » Student band Pollen Prone springs into the spotlight January 24, 2024 — by Lawson Wang The last note of “Basket Case” by Green Day lingered in the air of the McAfee Center stage late last August as rolling applause slowly replaced it during a concert sponsored by the MAGIC organization. Soaking in the applause were three sophomores and one freshman who make up a band called Pollen Prone. It was […] read more » These films show in-class movies don’t have to be boring January 24, 2024 — by Alan Cai It’s hard not to love watching films shown in classes; if nothing else, they’re a good change of pace from the usual curriculum and often highly educational as well. Here is my guide to the best in-class movies I have seen so far mid way through my junior year. 6. “The Secret Life of Walter […] read more » Renamed Falcon Choir returns with strong freshman and staff additions January 24, 2024 — by Alan Cai Fridays at lunch can bring about a peculiar sight in the music building: A small dedicated group of students and staff inconspicuously heading upstairs toward the choir room. This group of roughly 30 comprise the Falcon Choir, a group that choir director Beth Nitzan started last school year. The choir was formerly known as the […] read more » Students make adjustments after moving here from across the globe January 24, 2024 — by Annika Gho and Florence Hu When junior June Chang first arrived in Suwanee, Georgia, in March 2022 from his hometown in Busan, South Korea, he was shocked at the scale of everything in the U.S. It seemed to be huge, from the skyscrapers to the local parks. This new environment, along with the less intense pressure to perform well academically, […] read more » Underwhelming ‘Wish’ reveals problem with traditional Disney formula January 9, 2024 — by Amelia Chang and Annika Gho Disney’s “Wish” marks the studio’s 100th anniversary, serving as a culmination of its works in its century of existence. It seemed to be a big deal, and as such, many fans hoped it would be their redemption from their recent endless barrage of poorly received live-action remakes. “Wish” follows a teenage girl, Asha, who lives […] read more » Spanish Club shows what is possible for a cultural club December 20, 2023 — by Kathy Wang “Tacos de pollo!” Spanish 4 Honors teacher Stephany Marks yelled as a group of students crowded into a line in front of her desk. Chopped onions, cilantro, a variety of salsas and a selection of Mexican drinks were neatly arranged on her desk, as the savory aroma of grilling carnitas hung in the air. Casual […] read more » The SpongeBob Christmas Special: an animated masterpiece worth watching every holiday season December 20, 2023 — by Parav Manney “Christmas Who?” (also known as “Patchy The Pirate Presents The SpongeBob Christmas Special”) is the eighth episode in Season 2 of SpongeBob SquarePants and the first double-length episode of the series. First airing on Nickelodeon in 2000, this special has been part of my Christmas rituals since childhood, partly out of nostalgia and just as […] read more » Leg day does not deserve the disrespect it gets December 16, 2023 — by Meher Bhatnagar Picture this: It is a cold winter night somewhere during finals season in December. You decide to put your studying to the side to relieve some stress by hitting the gym. However, today isn’t just any regular day at the gym. Today is LEG day. Walking in with headphones, blasting “Teen Bean” by Ken Carson, […] read more » firstprevious...678910...2030405060...nextlast
Teachers grow friendships through daily carpools to school January 24, 2024 — by Sam Bai and Annie Liu Waking up at 5:45 a.m. or earlier to get to school might be hard for some students to imagine. For many teachers, however, waking up this early is just the beginning of their challenges in getting to school on time in the morning, especially since so many of them live far from Saratoga. A good […] read more » Student band Pollen Prone springs into the spotlight January 24, 2024 — by Lawson Wang The last note of “Basket Case” by Green Day lingered in the air of the McAfee Center stage late last August as rolling applause slowly replaced it during a concert sponsored by the MAGIC organization. Soaking in the applause were three sophomores and one freshman who make up a band called Pollen Prone. It was […] read more » These films show in-class movies don’t have to be boring January 24, 2024 — by Alan Cai It’s hard not to love watching films shown in classes; if nothing else, they’re a good change of pace from the usual curriculum and often highly educational as well. Here is my guide to the best in-class movies I have seen so far mid way through my junior year. 6. “The Secret Life of Walter […] read more » Renamed Falcon Choir returns with strong freshman and staff additions January 24, 2024 — by Alan Cai Fridays at lunch can bring about a peculiar sight in the music building: A small dedicated group of students and staff inconspicuously heading upstairs toward the choir room. This group of roughly 30 comprise the Falcon Choir, a group that choir director Beth Nitzan started last school year. The choir was formerly known as the […] read more » Students make adjustments after moving here from across the globe January 24, 2024 — by Annika Gho and Florence Hu When junior June Chang first arrived in Suwanee, Georgia, in March 2022 from his hometown in Busan, South Korea, he was shocked at the scale of everything in the U.S. It seemed to be huge, from the skyscrapers to the local parks. This new environment, along with the less intense pressure to perform well academically, […] read more » Underwhelming ‘Wish’ reveals problem with traditional Disney formula January 9, 2024 — by Amelia Chang and Annika Gho Disney’s “Wish” marks the studio’s 100th anniversary, serving as a culmination of its works in its century of existence. It seemed to be a big deal, and as such, many fans hoped it would be their redemption from their recent endless barrage of poorly received live-action remakes. “Wish” follows a teenage girl, Asha, who lives […] read more » Spanish Club shows what is possible for a cultural club December 20, 2023 — by Kathy Wang “Tacos de pollo!” Spanish 4 Honors teacher Stephany Marks yelled as a group of students crowded into a line in front of her desk. Chopped onions, cilantro, a variety of salsas and a selection of Mexican drinks were neatly arranged on her desk, as the savory aroma of grilling carnitas hung in the air. Casual […] read more » The SpongeBob Christmas Special: an animated masterpiece worth watching every holiday season December 20, 2023 — by Parav Manney “Christmas Who?” (also known as “Patchy The Pirate Presents The SpongeBob Christmas Special”) is the eighth episode in Season 2 of SpongeBob SquarePants and the first double-length episode of the series. First airing on Nickelodeon in 2000, this special has been part of my Christmas rituals since childhood, partly out of nostalgia and just as […] read more » Leg day does not deserve the disrespect it gets December 16, 2023 — by Meher Bhatnagar Picture this: It is a cold winter night somewhere during finals season in December. You decide to put your studying to the side to relieve some stress by hitting the gym. However, today isn’t just any regular day at the gym. Today is LEG day. Walking in with headphones, blasting “Teen Bean” by Ken Carson, […] read more » firstprevious...678910...2030405060...nextlast
Student band Pollen Prone springs into the spotlight January 24, 2024 — by Lawson Wang The last note of “Basket Case” by Green Day lingered in the air of the McAfee Center stage late last August as rolling applause slowly replaced it during a concert sponsored by the MAGIC organization. Soaking in the applause were three sophomores and one freshman who make up a band called Pollen Prone. It was […] read more » These films show in-class movies don’t have to be boring January 24, 2024 — by Alan Cai It’s hard not to love watching films shown in classes; if nothing else, they’re a good change of pace from the usual curriculum and often highly educational as well. Here is my guide to the best in-class movies I have seen so far mid way through my junior year. 6. “The Secret Life of Walter […] read more » Renamed Falcon Choir returns with strong freshman and staff additions January 24, 2024 — by Alan Cai Fridays at lunch can bring about a peculiar sight in the music building: A small dedicated group of students and staff inconspicuously heading upstairs toward the choir room. This group of roughly 30 comprise the Falcon Choir, a group that choir director Beth Nitzan started last school year. The choir was formerly known as the […] read more » Students make adjustments after moving here from across the globe January 24, 2024 — by Annika Gho and Florence Hu When junior June Chang first arrived in Suwanee, Georgia, in March 2022 from his hometown in Busan, South Korea, he was shocked at the scale of everything in the U.S. It seemed to be huge, from the skyscrapers to the local parks. This new environment, along with the less intense pressure to perform well academically, […] read more » Underwhelming ‘Wish’ reveals problem with traditional Disney formula January 9, 2024 — by Amelia Chang and Annika Gho Disney’s “Wish” marks the studio’s 100th anniversary, serving as a culmination of its works in its century of existence. It seemed to be a big deal, and as such, many fans hoped it would be their redemption from their recent endless barrage of poorly received live-action remakes. “Wish” follows a teenage girl, Asha, who lives […] read more » Spanish Club shows what is possible for a cultural club December 20, 2023 — by Kathy Wang “Tacos de pollo!” Spanish 4 Honors teacher Stephany Marks yelled as a group of students crowded into a line in front of her desk. Chopped onions, cilantro, a variety of salsas and a selection of Mexican drinks were neatly arranged on her desk, as the savory aroma of grilling carnitas hung in the air. Casual […] read more » The SpongeBob Christmas Special: an animated masterpiece worth watching every holiday season December 20, 2023 — by Parav Manney “Christmas Who?” (also known as “Patchy The Pirate Presents The SpongeBob Christmas Special”) is the eighth episode in Season 2 of SpongeBob SquarePants and the first double-length episode of the series. First airing on Nickelodeon in 2000, this special has been part of my Christmas rituals since childhood, partly out of nostalgia and just as […] read more » Leg day does not deserve the disrespect it gets December 16, 2023 — by Meher Bhatnagar Picture this: It is a cold winter night somewhere during finals season in December. You decide to put your studying to the side to relieve some stress by hitting the gym. However, today isn’t just any regular day at the gym. Today is LEG day. Walking in with headphones, blasting “Teen Bean” by Ken Carson, […] read more » firstprevious...678910...2030405060...nextlast
These films show in-class movies don’t have to be boring January 24, 2024 — by Alan Cai It’s hard not to love watching films shown in classes; if nothing else, they’re a good change of pace from the usual curriculum and often highly educational as well. Here is my guide to the best in-class movies I have seen so far mid way through my junior year. 6. “The Secret Life of Walter […] read more » Renamed Falcon Choir returns with strong freshman and staff additions January 24, 2024 — by Alan Cai Fridays at lunch can bring about a peculiar sight in the music building: A small dedicated group of students and staff inconspicuously heading upstairs toward the choir room. This group of roughly 30 comprise the Falcon Choir, a group that choir director Beth Nitzan started last school year. The choir was formerly known as the […] read more » Students make adjustments after moving here from across the globe January 24, 2024 — by Annika Gho and Florence Hu When junior June Chang first arrived in Suwanee, Georgia, in March 2022 from his hometown in Busan, South Korea, he was shocked at the scale of everything in the U.S. It seemed to be huge, from the skyscrapers to the local parks. This new environment, along with the less intense pressure to perform well academically, […] read more » Underwhelming ‘Wish’ reveals problem with traditional Disney formula January 9, 2024 — by Amelia Chang and Annika Gho Disney’s “Wish” marks the studio’s 100th anniversary, serving as a culmination of its works in its century of existence. It seemed to be a big deal, and as such, many fans hoped it would be their redemption from their recent endless barrage of poorly received live-action remakes. “Wish” follows a teenage girl, Asha, who lives […] read more » Spanish Club shows what is possible for a cultural club December 20, 2023 — by Kathy Wang “Tacos de pollo!” Spanish 4 Honors teacher Stephany Marks yelled as a group of students crowded into a line in front of her desk. Chopped onions, cilantro, a variety of salsas and a selection of Mexican drinks were neatly arranged on her desk, as the savory aroma of grilling carnitas hung in the air. Casual […] read more » The SpongeBob Christmas Special: an animated masterpiece worth watching every holiday season December 20, 2023 — by Parav Manney “Christmas Who?” (also known as “Patchy The Pirate Presents The SpongeBob Christmas Special”) is the eighth episode in Season 2 of SpongeBob SquarePants and the first double-length episode of the series. First airing on Nickelodeon in 2000, this special has been part of my Christmas rituals since childhood, partly out of nostalgia and just as […] read more » Leg day does not deserve the disrespect it gets December 16, 2023 — by Meher Bhatnagar Picture this: It is a cold winter night somewhere during finals season in December. You decide to put your studying to the side to relieve some stress by hitting the gym. However, today isn’t just any regular day at the gym. Today is LEG day. Walking in with headphones, blasting “Teen Bean” by Ken Carson, […] read more » firstprevious...678910...2030405060...nextlast
Renamed Falcon Choir returns with strong freshman and staff additions January 24, 2024 — by Alan Cai Fridays at lunch can bring about a peculiar sight in the music building: A small dedicated group of students and staff inconspicuously heading upstairs toward the choir room. This group of roughly 30 comprise the Falcon Choir, a group that choir director Beth Nitzan started last school year. The choir was formerly known as the […] read more » Students make adjustments after moving here from across the globe January 24, 2024 — by Annika Gho and Florence Hu When junior June Chang first arrived in Suwanee, Georgia, in March 2022 from his hometown in Busan, South Korea, he was shocked at the scale of everything in the U.S. It seemed to be huge, from the skyscrapers to the local parks. This new environment, along with the less intense pressure to perform well academically, […] read more » Underwhelming ‘Wish’ reveals problem with traditional Disney formula January 9, 2024 — by Amelia Chang and Annika Gho Disney’s “Wish” marks the studio’s 100th anniversary, serving as a culmination of its works in its century of existence. It seemed to be a big deal, and as such, many fans hoped it would be their redemption from their recent endless barrage of poorly received live-action remakes. “Wish” follows a teenage girl, Asha, who lives […] read more » Spanish Club shows what is possible for a cultural club December 20, 2023 — by Kathy Wang “Tacos de pollo!” Spanish 4 Honors teacher Stephany Marks yelled as a group of students crowded into a line in front of her desk. Chopped onions, cilantro, a variety of salsas and a selection of Mexican drinks were neatly arranged on her desk, as the savory aroma of grilling carnitas hung in the air. Casual […] read more » The SpongeBob Christmas Special: an animated masterpiece worth watching every holiday season December 20, 2023 — by Parav Manney “Christmas Who?” (also known as “Patchy The Pirate Presents The SpongeBob Christmas Special”) is the eighth episode in Season 2 of SpongeBob SquarePants and the first double-length episode of the series. First airing on Nickelodeon in 2000, this special has been part of my Christmas rituals since childhood, partly out of nostalgia and just as […] read more » Leg day does not deserve the disrespect it gets December 16, 2023 — by Meher Bhatnagar Picture this: It is a cold winter night somewhere during finals season in December. You decide to put your studying to the side to relieve some stress by hitting the gym. However, today isn’t just any regular day at the gym. Today is LEG day. Walking in with headphones, blasting “Teen Bean” by Ken Carson, […] read more » firstprevious...678910...2030405060...nextlast
Students make adjustments after moving here from across the globe January 24, 2024 — by Annika Gho and Florence Hu When junior June Chang first arrived in Suwanee, Georgia, in March 2022 from his hometown in Busan, South Korea, he was shocked at the scale of everything in the U.S. It seemed to be huge, from the skyscrapers to the local parks. This new environment, along with the less intense pressure to perform well academically, […] read more » Underwhelming ‘Wish’ reveals problem with traditional Disney formula January 9, 2024 — by Amelia Chang and Annika Gho Disney’s “Wish” marks the studio’s 100th anniversary, serving as a culmination of its works in its century of existence. It seemed to be a big deal, and as such, many fans hoped it would be their redemption from their recent endless barrage of poorly received live-action remakes. “Wish” follows a teenage girl, Asha, who lives […] read more » Spanish Club shows what is possible for a cultural club December 20, 2023 — by Kathy Wang “Tacos de pollo!” Spanish 4 Honors teacher Stephany Marks yelled as a group of students crowded into a line in front of her desk. Chopped onions, cilantro, a variety of salsas and a selection of Mexican drinks were neatly arranged on her desk, as the savory aroma of grilling carnitas hung in the air. Casual […] read more » The SpongeBob Christmas Special: an animated masterpiece worth watching every holiday season December 20, 2023 — by Parav Manney “Christmas Who?” (also known as “Patchy The Pirate Presents The SpongeBob Christmas Special”) is the eighth episode in Season 2 of SpongeBob SquarePants and the first double-length episode of the series. First airing on Nickelodeon in 2000, this special has been part of my Christmas rituals since childhood, partly out of nostalgia and just as […] read more » Leg day does not deserve the disrespect it gets December 16, 2023 — by Meher Bhatnagar Picture this: It is a cold winter night somewhere during finals season in December. You decide to put your studying to the side to relieve some stress by hitting the gym. However, today isn’t just any regular day at the gym. Today is LEG day. Walking in with headphones, blasting “Teen Bean” by Ken Carson, […] read more » firstprevious...678910...2030405060...nextlast
Underwhelming ‘Wish’ reveals problem with traditional Disney formula January 9, 2024 — by Amelia Chang and Annika Gho Disney’s “Wish” marks the studio’s 100th anniversary, serving as a culmination of its works in its century of existence. It seemed to be a big deal, and as such, many fans hoped it would be their redemption from their recent endless barrage of poorly received live-action remakes. “Wish” follows a teenage girl, Asha, who lives […] read more » Spanish Club shows what is possible for a cultural club December 20, 2023 — by Kathy Wang “Tacos de pollo!” Spanish 4 Honors teacher Stephany Marks yelled as a group of students crowded into a line in front of her desk. Chopped onions, cilantro, a variety of salsas and a selection of Mexican drinks were neatly arranged on her desk, as the savory aroma of grilling carnitas hung in the air. Casual […] read more » The SpongeBob Christmas Special: an animated masterpiece worth watching every holiday season December 20, 2023 — by Parav Manney “Christmas Who?” (also known as “Patchy The Pirate Presents The SpongeBob Christmas Special”) is the eighth episode in Season 2 of SpongeBob SquarePants and the first double-length episode of the series. First airing on Nickelodeon in 2000, this special has been part of my Christmas rituals since childhood, partly out of nostalgia and just as […] read more » Leg day does not deserve the disrespect it gets December 16, 2023 — by Meher Bhatnagar Picture this: It is a cold winter night somewhere during finals season in December. You decide to put your studying to the side to relieve some stress by hitting the gym. However, today isn’t just any regular day at the gym. Today is LEG day. Walking in with headphones, blasting “Teen Bean” by Ken Carson, […] read more » firstprevious...678910...2030405060...nextlast
Spanish Club shows what is possible for a cultural club December 20, 2023 — by Kathy Wang “Tacos de pollo!” Spanish 4 Honors teacher Stephany Marks yelled as a group of students crowded into a line in front of her desk. Chopped onions, cilantro, a variety of salsas and a selection of Mexican drinks were neatly arranged on her desk, as the savory aroma of grilling carnitas hung in the air. Casual […] read more » The SpongeBob Christmas Special: an animated masterpiece worth watching every holiday season December 20, 2023 — by Parav Manney “Christmas Who?” (also known as “Patchy The Pirate Presents The SpongeBob Christmas Special”) is the eighth episode in Season 2 of SpongeBob SquarePants and the first double-length episode of the series. First airing on Nickelodeon in 2000, this special has been part of my Christmas rituals since childhood, partly out of nostalgia and just as […] read more » Leg day does not deserve the disrespect it gets December 16, 2023 — by Meher Bhatnagar Picture this: It is a cold winter night somewhere during finals season in December. You decide to put your studying to the side to relieve some stress by hitting the gym. However, today isn’t just any regular day at the gym. Today is LEG day. Walking in with headphones, blasting “Teen Bean” by Ken Carson, […] read more » firstprevious...678910...2030405060...nextlast
The SpongeBob Christmas Special: an animated masterpiece worth watching every holiday season December 20, 2023 — by Parav Manney “Christmas Who?” (also known as “Patchy The Pirate Presents The SpongeBob Christmas Special”) is the eighth episode in Season 2 of SpongeBob SquarePants and the first double-length episode of the series. First airing on Nickelodeon in 2000, this special has been part of my Christmas rituals since childhood, partly out of nostalgia and just as […] read more » Leg day does not deserve the disrespect it gets December 16, 2023 — by Meher Bhatnagar Picture this: It is a cold winter night somewhere during finals season in December. You decide to put your studying to the side to relieve some stress by hitting the gym. However, today isn’t just any regular day at the gym. Today is LEG day. Walking in with headphones, blasting “Teen Bean” by Ken Carson, […] read more » firstprevious...678910...2030405060...nextlast
Leg day does not deserve the disrespect it gets December 16, 2023 — by Meher Bhatnagar Picture this: It is a cold winter night somewhere during finals season in December. You decide to put your studying to the side to relieve some stress by hitting the gym. However, today isn’t just any regular day at the gym. Today is LEG day. Walking in with headphones, blasting “Teen Bean” by Ken Carson, […] read more » firstprevious...678910...2030405060...nextlast