Why splitting California is a bad idea March 31, 2014 — by Andrew Jiang and Anant Rajeev Recently, Tim Draper, a well-known venture capitalist who helped fund Tesla and Yahoo, proposed a plan to split California into six states. The six new states would be called Jefferson, North California, Central California, Silicon Valley, West California and South California. According to Draper, this division would be more beneficial to the government because it would be dealing with smaller states. read more » Obamacare provides helpful services to Americans March 28, 2014 — by Arman Vaziri Although controversial, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is beneficial to Americans who previously went without health care due to high costs or ineligibility. read more » Going pro: The need for pre-professional classes March 28, 2014 — by Rohan Hardikar Now that I am a second-semester senior, I spend my time doing, well, nothing except for what is required to maintain decent grades in school. read more » Administrative action justified in its crackdown on pot March 28, 2014 — by Jonathan Young The shrill beep of the school bell reverberates throughout the halls, signaling the start of tutorial. Succumbing to ritual, upperclassmen rush to the cars and some gather in circles throughout the lot while others enter the warmth of their motor vehicles. read more » Warning labels on sodas: A step in the right direction March 24, 2014 — by Arman Vaziri and Nelson Wang In February, lawmakers in California proposed a bill to put warning labels on sugary drinks in an attempt to combat obesity, a strategy reminiscent of Michael Bloomberg’s ban on large containers of soft drinks in New York. This bill is not a miracle cure for obesity, but is a step in the right direction. read more » One easy way to reduce academic pressure: Eliminate valedictorian, salutatorian titles March 9, 2014 — by Candice Zheng Saratoga High is known for its high-aiming students and equally high levels of stress. To add to the competitive atmosphere, a select group of high-scoring seniors with soaring GPAs each year become contestants in one last competition: the race for valedictorian and salutatorian. read more » Holistic learning connects with true understanding March 9, 2014 — by Nick Chow and JYoung Enter many high school classes, and you’ll likely see a teacher pacing in the front of the class, lecturing while students frantically try and scribble down notes. This lecture-driven style drives many school systems around the world (most notably China), and these schools are lauded for producing “smart” students en masse. read more » AP Government an unnecessary change March 9, 2014 — by Jonathan Young It’s early August and sleepy-eyed students walk toward the Small Gym. Falcon Fest 2014 has begun: Students are eager to learn what classes they’ll have with friends, but are at the same time dreading the start of a new school year. read more » Lawsuit against Obama administration a step to preserve the Constitution March 6, 2014 — by Atirath Kosireddy American journalist Chris Hedges wrote, “We live in a society where doctors destroy health, lawyers destroy justice, universities destroy knowledge, governments destroy freedom, the press destroys information, religion destroys morals, and our banks destroy the economy.” read more » SB 199 to make a hard hit on airsoft community March 6, 2014 — by Atirath Kosireddy When I tore open a flat, long box in the mail that was labeled “Airsoft GI” and lifted out my $218 airsoft gun for Christmas, I was ecstatic. Once I ordered the safety equipment, I could have battles at nearby airsoft fields with my friends. read more » firstprevious...1020304050...130131132133134...140150160170180...nextlast
Obamacare provides helpful services to Americans March 28, 2014 — by Arman Vaziri Although controversial, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is beneficial to Americans who previously went without health care due to high costs or ineligibility. read more » Going pro: The need for pre-professional classes March 28, 2014 — by Rohan Hardikar Now that I am a second-semester senior, I spend my time doing, well, nothing except for what is required to maintain decent grades in school. read more » Administrative action justified in its crackdown on pot March 28, 2014 — by Jonathan Young The shrill beep of the school bell reverberates throughout the halls, signaling the start of tutorial. Succumbing to ritual, upperclassmen rush to the cars and some gather in circles throughout the lot while others enter the warmth of their motor vehicles. read more » Warning labels on sodas: A step in the right direction March 24, 2014 — by Arman Vaziri and Nelson Wang In February, lawmakers in California proposed a bill to put warning labels on sugary drinks in an attempt to combat obesity, a strategy reminiscent of Michael Bloomberg’s ban on large containers of soft drinks in New York. This bill is not a miracle cure for obesity, but is a step in the right direction. read more » One easy way to reduce academic pressure: Eliminate valedictorian, salutatorian titles March 9, 2014 — by Candice Zheng Saratoga High is known for its high-aiming students and equally high levels of stress. To add to the competitive atmosphere, a select group of high-scoring seniors with soaring GPAs each year become contestants in one last competition: the race for valedictorian and salutatorian. read more » Holistic learning connects with true understanding March 9, 2014 — by Nick Chow and JYoung Enter many high school classes, and you’ll likely see a teacher pacing in the front of the class, lecturing while students frantically try and scribble down notes. This lecture-driven style drives many school systems around the world (most notably China), and these schools are lauded for producing “smart” students en masse. read more » AP Government an unnecessary change March 9, 2014 — by Jonathan Young It’s early August and sleepy-eyed students walk toward the Small Gym. Falcon Fest 2014 has begun: Students are eager to learn what classes they’ll have with friends, but are at the same time dreading the start of a new school year. read more » Lawsuit against Obama administration a step to preserve the Constitution March 6, 2014 — by Atirath Kosireddy American journalist Chris Hedges wrote, “We live in a society where doctors destroy health, lawyers destroy justice, universities destroy knowledge, governments destroy freedom, the press destroys information, religion destroys morals, and our banks destroy the economy.” read more » SB 199 to make a hard hit on airsoft community March 6, 2014 — by Atirath Kosireddy When I tore open a flat, long box in the mail that was labeled “Airsoft GI” and lifted out my $218 airsoft gun for Christmas, I was ecstatic. Once I ordered the safety equipment, I could have battles at nearby airsoft fields with my friends. read more » firstprevious...1020304050...130131132133134...140150160170180...nextlast
Going pro: The need for pre-professional classes March 28, 2014 — by Rohan Hardikar Now that I am a second-semester senior, I spend my time doing, well, nothing except for what is required to maintain decent grades in school. read more » Administrative action justified in its crackdown on pot March 28, 2014 — by Jonathan Young The shrill beep of the school bell reverberates throughout the halls, signaling the start of tutorial. Succumbing to ritual, upperclassmen rush to the cars and some gather in circles throughout the lot while others enter the warmth of their motor vehicles. read more » Warning labels on sodas: A step in the right direction March 24, 2014 — by Arman Vaziri and Nelson Wang In February, lawmakers in California proposed a bill to put warning labels on sugary drinks in an attempt to combat obesity, a strategy reminiscent of Michael Bloomberg’s ban on large containers of soft drinks in New York. This bill is not a miracle cure for obesity, but is a step in the right direction. read more » One easy way to reduce academic pressure: Eliminate valedictorian, salutatorian titles March 9, 2014 — by Candice Zheng Saratoga High is known for its high-aiming students and equally high levels of stress. To add to the competitive atmosphere, a select group of high-scoring seniors with soaring GPAs each year become contestants in one last competition: the race for valedictorian and salutatorian. read more » Holistic learning connects with true understanding March 9, 2014 — by Nick Chow and JYoung Enter many high school classes, and you’ll likely see a teacher pacing in the front of the class, lecturing while students frantically try and scribble down notes. This lecture-driven style drives many school systems around the world (most notably China), and these schools are lauded for producing “smart” students en masse. read more » AP Government an unnecessary change March 9, 2014 — by Jonathan Young It’s early August and sleepy-eyed students walk toward the Small Gym. Falcon Fest 2014 has begun: Students are eager to learn what classes they’ll have with friends, but are at the same time dreading the start of a new school year. read more » Lawsuit against Obama administration a step to preserve the Constitution March 6, 2014 — by Atirath Kosireddy American journalist Chris Hedges wrote, “We live in a society where doctors destroy health, lawyers destroy justice, universities destroy knowledge, governments destroy freedom, the press destroys information, religion destroys morals, and our banks destroy the economy.” read more » SB 199 to make a hard hit on airsoft community March 6, 2014 — by Atirath Kosireddy When I tore open a flat, long box in the mail that was labeled “Airsoft GI” and lifted out my $218 airsoft gun for Christmas, I was ecstatic. Once I ordered the safety equipment, I could have battles at nearby airsoft fields with my friends. read more » firstprevious...1020304050...130131132133134...140150160170180...nextlast
Administrative action justified in its crackdown on pot March 28, 2014 — by Jonathan Young The shrill beep of the school bell reverberates throughout the halls, signaling the start of tutorial. Succumbing to ritual, upperclassmen rush to the cars and some gather in circles throughout the lot while others enter the warmth of their motor vehicles. read more » Warning labels on sodas: A step in the right direction March 24, 2014 — by Arman Vaziri and Nelson Wang In February, lawmakers in California proposed a bill to put warning labels on sugary drinks in an attempt to combat obesity, a strategy reminiscent of Michael Bloomberg’s ban on large containers of soft drinks in New York. This bill is not a miracle cure for obesity, but is a step in the right direction. read more » One easy way to reduce academic pressure: Eliminate valedictorian, salutatorian titles March 9, 2014 — by Candice Zheng Saratoga High is known for its high-aiming students and equally high levels of stress. To add to the competitive atmosphere, a select group of high-scoring seniors with soaring GPAs each year become contestants in one last competition: the race for valedictorian and salutatorian. read more » Holistic learning connects with true understanding March 9, 2014 — by Nick Chow and JYoung Enter many high school classes, and you’ll likely see a teacher pacing in the front of the class, lecturing while students frantically try and scribble down notes. This lecture-driven style drives many school systems around the world (most notably China), and these schools are lauded for producing “smart” students en masse. read more » AP Government an unnecessary change March 9, 2014 — by Jonathan Young It’s early August and sleepy-eyed students walk toward the Small Gym. Falcon Fest 2014 has begun: Students are eager to learn what classes they’ll have with friends, but are at the same time dreading the start of a new school year. read more » Lawsuit against Obama administration a step to preserve the Constitution March 6, 2014 — by Atirath Kosireddy American journalist Chris Hedges wrote, “We live in a society where doctors destroy health, lawyers destroy justice, universities destroy knowledge, governments destroy freedom, the press destroys information, religion destroys morals, and our banks destroy the economy.” read more » SB 199 to make a hard hit on airsoft community March 6, 2014 — by Atirath Kosireddy When I tore open a flat, long box in the mail that was labeled “Airsoft GI” and lifted out my $218 airsoft gun for Christmas, I was ecstatic. Once I ordered the safety equipment, I could have battles at nearby airsoft fields with my friends. read more » firstprevious...1020304050...130131132133134...140150160170180...nextlast
Warning labels on sodas: A step in the right direction March 24, 2014 — by Arman Vaziri and Nelson Wang In February, lawmakers in California proposed a bill to put warning labels on sugary drinks in an attempt to combat obesity, a strategy reminiscent of Michael Bloomberg’s ban on large containers of soft drinks in New York. This bill is not a miracle cure for obesity, but is a step in the right direction. read more » One easy way to reduce academic pressure: Eliminate valedictorian, salutatorian titles March 9, 2014 — by Candice Zheng Saratoga High is known for its high-aiming students and equally high levels of stress. To add to the competitive atmosphere, a select group of high-scoring seniors with soaring GPAs each year become contestants in one last competition: the race for valedictorian and salutatorian. read more » Holistic learning connects with true understanding March 9, 2014 — by Nick Chow and JYoung Enter many high school classes, and you’ll likely see a teacher pacing in the front of the class, lecturing while students frantically try and scribble down notes. This lecture-driven style drives many school systems around the world (most notably China), and these schools are lauded for producing “smart” students en masse. read more » AP Government an unnecessary change March 9, 2014 — by Jonathan Young It’s early August and sleepy-eyed students walk toward the Small Gym. Falcon Fest 2014 has begun: Students are eager to learn what classes they’ll have with friends, but are at the same time dreading the start of a new school year. read more » Lawsuit against Obama administration a step to preserve the Constitution March 6, 2014 — by Atirath Kosireddy American journalist Chris Hedges wrote, “We live in a society where doctors destroy health, lawyers destroy justice, universities destroy knowledge, governments destroy freedom, the press destroys information, religion destroys morals, and our banks destroy the economy.” read more » SB 199 to make a hard hit on airsoft community March 6, 2014 — by Atirath Kosireddy When I tore open a flat, long box in the mail that was labeled “Airsoft GI” and lifted out my $218 airsoft gun for Christmas, I was ecstatic. Once I ordered the safety equipment, I could have battles at nearby airsoft fields with my friends. read more » firstprevious...1020304050...130131132133134...140150160170180...nextlast
One easy way to reduce academic pressure: Eliminate valedictorian, salutatorian titles March 9, 2014 — by Candice Zheng Saratoga High is known for its high-aiming students and equally high levels of stress. To add to the competitive atmosphere, a select group of high-scoring seniors with soaring GPAs each year become contestants in one last competition: the race for valedictorian and salutatorian. read more » Holistic learning connects with true understanding March 9, 2014 — by Nick Chow and JYoung Enter many high school classes, and you’ll likely see a teacher pacing in the front of the class, lecturing while students frantically try and scribble down notes. This lecture-driven style drives many school systems around the world (most notably China), and these schools are lauded for producing “smart” students en masse. read more » AP Government an unnecessary change March 9, 2014 — by Jonathan Young It’s early August and sleepy-eyed students walk toward the Small Gym. Falcon Fest 2014 has begun: Students are eager to learn what classes they’ll have with friends, but are at the same time dreading the start of a new school year. read more » Lawsuit against Obama administration a step to preserve the Constitution March 6, 2014 — by Atirath Kosireddy American journalist Chris Hedges wrote, “We live in a society where doctors destroy health, lawyers destroy justice, universities destroy knowledge, governments destroy freedom, the press destroys information, religion destroys morals, and our banks destroy the economy.” read more » SB 199 to make a hard hit on airsoft community March 6, 2014 — by Atirath Kosireddy When I tore open a flat, long box in the mail that was labeled “Airsoft GI” and lifted out my $218 airsoft gun for Christmas, I was ecstatic. Once I ordered the safety equipment, I could have battles at nearby airsoft fields with my friends. read more » firstprevious...1020304050...130131132133134...140150160170180...nextlast
Holistic learning connects with true understanding March 9, 2014 — by Nick Chow and JYoung Enter many high school classes, and you’ll likely see a teacher pacing in the front of the class, lecturing while students frantically try and scribble down notes. This lecture-driven style drives many school systems around the world (most notably China), and these schools are lauded for producing “smart” students en masse. read more » AP Government an unnecessary change March 9, 2014 — by Jonathan Young It’s early August and sleepy-eyed students walk toward the Small Gym. Falcon Fest 2014 has begun: Students are eager to learn what classes they’ll have with friends, but are at the same time dreading the start of a new school year. read more » Lawsuit against Obama administration a step to preserve the Constitution March 6, 2014 — by Atirath Kosireddy American journalist Chris Hedges wrote, “We live in a society where doctors destroy health, lawyers destroy justice, universities destroy knowledge, governments destroy freedom, the press destroys information, religion destroys morals, and our banks destroy the economy.” read more » SB 199 to make a hard hit on airsoft community March 6, 2014 — by Atirath Kosireddy When I tore open a flat, long box in the mail that was labeled “Airsoft GI” and lifted out my $218 airsoft gun for Christmas, I was ecstatic. Once I ordered the safety equipment, I could have battles at nearby airsoft fields with my friends. read more » firstprevious...1020304050...130131132133134...140150160170180...nextlast
AP Government an unnecessary change March 9, 2014 — by Jonathan Young It’s early August and sleepy-eyed students walk toward the Small Gym. Falcon Fest 2014 has begun: Students are eager to learn what classes they’ll have with friends, but are at the same time dreading the start of a new school year. read more » Lawsuit against Obama administration a step to preserve the Constitution March 6, 2014 — by Atirath Kosireddy American journalist Chris Hedges wrote, “We live in a society where doctors destroy health, lawyers destroy justice, universities destroy knowledge, governments destroy freedom, the press destroys information, religion destroys morals, and our banks destroy the economy.” read more » SB 199 to make a hard hit on airsoft community March 6, 2014 — by Atirath Kosireddy When I tore open a flat, long box in the mail that was labeled “Airsoft GI” and lifted out my $218 airsoft gun for Christmas, I was ecstatic. Once I ordered the safety equipment, I could have battles at nearby airsoft fields with my friends. read more » firstprevious...1020304050...130131132133134...140150160170180...nextlast
Lawsuit against Obama administration a step to preserve the Constitution March 6, 2014 — by Atirath Kosireddy American journalist Chris Hedges wrote, “We live in a society where doctors destroy health, lawyers destroy justice, universities destroy knowledge, governments destroy freedom, the press destroys information, religion destroys morals, and our banks destroy the economy.” read more » SB 199 to make a hard hit on airsoft community March 6, 2014 — by Atirath Kosireddy When I tore open a flat, long box in the mail that was labeled “Airsoft GI” and lifted out my $218 airsoft gun for Christmas, I was ecstatic. Once I ordered the safety equipment, I could have battles at nearby airsoft fields with my friends. read more » firstprevious...1020304050...130131132133134...140150160170180...nextlast
SB 199 to make a hard hit on airsoft community March 6, 2014 — by Atirath Kosireddy When I tore open a flat, long box in the mail that was labeled “Airsoft GI” and lifted out my $218 airsoft gun for Christmas, I was ecstatic. Once I ordered the safety equipment, I could have battles at nearby airsoft fields with my friends. read more » firstprevious...1020304050...130131132133134...140150160170180...nextlast