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School ramps up AED count on campus
November 20, 2024
Students listen to Natasha Schatzman’s presentation in the student center on Nov. 15.
NASA aerospace engineer shares research in aeromechanics and aeroacoustics
November 20, 2024
Acting superintendent Heath Rocha speaks during the Nov. 12 board meeting.
New concerns arise over former superintendent Sanderson’s 2022 hiring
November 20, 2024
The flyer for this year’s Winter Formal hangs up around school and is posted on social media.
Tickets for Winter Formal sell out before purchase window closes
November 20, 2024
Saratoga Team 1, senior Alan Lu, junior Lawson Wang, sophomores Andy Lu and Seabert Mao, senior Skyler Mao and sophomore Vivian Zhong (left to right), hold their 3rd place trophy.
Math club places third at Berkeley tournament
November 17, 2024
Actress Naomi Scott playing Skye Riley brings to life a terrifying transformation through subtle changes.
‘Smile 2’ mixes traditional jump scare and psychological horror
November 20, 2024
BASIC officers at a boba fundraiser on Oct. 2.
BASIC club emphasizes youth action on humanitarian aid
November 18, 2024
The U.S., China and Taiwan, among other nations, are engaged in one of the fastest-growing tech races in history to develop and produce the best semiconductors and AI.
The U.S. is playing catchup in the semiconductor race. Is it too late to win?
November 12, 2024
Highlights of freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors dances during Homecoming week from Oct. 14-19.
Behind the scenes: Meet the choreographers who brought the Homecoming dance to life
November 2, 2024
Students gather around the table at the top of the quad steps during the voter registration drive on Sept. 25.
Revived Democracy Matters club kicks off the school year with successful election events
October 30, 2024
Senior Saira Ramakrishnan pitches for the Saratoga Falcons.
Senior softball player commits to University of Rochester
November 20, 2024
The team gathered around a fire during their retreat to enjoy s’mores and build team chemistry.
Girls’ basketball team aims to build winning culture in pre-season after eye-opening retreat
November 20, 2024
Recap of fall sports.
Fall Sports Recap: Toga teams fight hard to the end
November 16, 2024
The girls’ tennis team poses for a group photo.
Girls’ tennis finishes the regular season with a solid victory
November 16, 2024
Mascots and volunteers cheering runners on as they cross the finish line.
Saratoga 5K Fun Run: a blend of community and competition
November 13, 2024
Cigarette packaging should depict frightening images on the front and sides, clearly communicating the consequences of smoking.
Cigarette packaging needs to be more graphic in its dire warnings
November 15, 2024
Journalism labor unions have firmly opposed the bill, calling it a “shakedown.”
‘Undemocratic’ deal reached between Google and California news outlets
November 7, 2024
Test dates make or break our vacation
The bliss and benefits of having tests before breaks
October 31, 2024
Here’s why you should vote against Prop 34.
Prop 34’s devious methods target non-profits
October 30, 2024
Please let me understand my mistakes.
100-word rant: Let me use the answer key to check my work
October 28, 2024
Personally, I really need some noodle slippers.
My 8-year-old self would be sad to see ‘5-Minute Crafts’ go — but I’m not
November 20, 2024
A hearty stew such as a beef bourguignon is perfect for a cold winter day.
Winter break bucket list: cooking galore
November 18, 2024
Don’t hate until you try it.
Top 10: weirdly good food combos that might get you flamed
November 16, 2024
A girl cries as she realizes her wallet is empty.
Resisting the urge to splurge: regulating money spent on lunchtime outings
November 11, 2024
The seating chart is often like a game of Russian Roulette, you either sit next to your best friend or next to your ex.
Top 10: Reasons to request a seat change
November 5, 2024

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Top 10 ways to catch a leprechaun

Rohan Kumar and Alan Zu
March 6, 2021
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‘Soul’ not worth the hype

Serena Li and Alan Zu
February 5, 2021
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Top 10 ways to celebrate finishing college apps

Rohan Kumar and Alan Zu
January 24, 2021
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Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose

Andrew Li and Alan Zu
January 22, 2021

Girls water polo prepares for uncertain, challenging season

Shreya Rallabandi and Alan Zu
December 9, 2020
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A home away from home: in Minecraft

Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li, and Alan Zu
September 1, 2020
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Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus

Andrew Li and Alan Zu
May 1, 2020
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Can revived Japanese course survive as a language at SHS? Should it?

Alan Zu
April 1, 2020

Badminton team experiments with practices in attempt to recover from last year’s season

Andy Chen and Alan Zu
March 28, 2020

PE Testing is unnecessary and unbeneficial

Alan Zu and Allen Luo
March 11, 2020
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Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season

Andrew Li and Alan Zu
January 29, 2020

Government and individual efforts needed to ensure data privacy

Harshini Velchamy and Alan Zu
January 26, 2020

Boys’ water polo loses CCS first round

Ethan Lin and Alan Zu
November 24, 2019

Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season

Andrew Li and Alan Zu
November 22, 2019

The ACT question: Why allowing students to replace specific section scores is problematic

Benjamin Li and Alan Zu
November 20, 2019

Boys’ water polo pushes for CCS

Ethan Lin and Alan Zu
October 17, 2019

Starting school later will be ineffective

Allen Luo and Alan Zu
October 15, 2019

Quad days are great, but they could be better if audience members were more comfortable

Allen Chen and Alan Zu
October 14, 2019
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Boys’ water polo pushes for CCS 

Ethan Lin and Alan Zu
October 11, 2019

Boys’ polo players shoulder new responsibilities with changed roster

Ethan Lin and Alan Zu
September 9, 2019

Less surviv.io, more work

Alan Zu
September 9, 2019

School should implement home ec course

Alan Zu
September 9, 2019

Sony announces ‘Spider-man’ to leave Marvel Cinematic Universe

Leo Cao and Alan Zu
September 6, 2019

Tennis: Falcons rebound from early season losses, finish league with 10-game win streak

Andrew Lee and Alan Zu
April 29, 2019

‘Young Sheldon’ brings back old fans with nostalgic feels

Alan Zu
April 26, 2019
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Younger siblings often emulate their older sibling’s interests, but take their own path

Rohan Kumar and Alan Zu
April 25, 2019

Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum

Andrew Li and Alan Zu
April 25, 2019

Respondus lockdown browser seems ideal but ineffective

Alan Zu
April 25, 2019
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Photo or Graphic for: Orchestra’s music enlivens campus after school

Andrew Lee
March 26, 2019

Students revive academic honor society chapter

Andrew Li and Alan Zu
March 26, 2019

Boys’ tennis endures early defeats, gears up for challenging season

Andrew Lee and Alan Zu
March 26, 2019

Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses

Andrew Li and Alan Zu
January 30, 2019

Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary

Andrew Li and Alan Zu
January 30, 2019

Poetry Out Loud competition gains more participation

Alan Zu and Patrick Li
January 30, 2019

Make lunches cheaper or bigger

Alan Zu
November 27, 2018

Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before

Andrew Li and Alan Zu
November 26, 2018

Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation

Andrew Li and Alan Zu
November 26, 2018
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Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored

Andrew Li and Alan Zu
November 14, 2018
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Photo or Graphic for: Falcons bounce back from early-season losses

Leo Cao and Alex Wang
October 16, 2018

49ers tryout gave Ellis valuable experience

Alan Zu
October 16, 2018

Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season

Andrew Li and Alan Zu
October 16, 2018

Model UN seeks more student participation

Alan Zu
October 15, 2018
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Photo or Graphic for: Numerous new club applications lead to changed interview processes

Christine Zhang
October 15, 2018
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Photo or Graphic for: Seniors create magical Quad Day in Wonderland

Kevin Sze
September 26, 2018
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Photo or Graphic for: Homecoming: Sophomores overcome tight deadlines to produce punny performance

Connie Liang
September 23, 2018
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Photo or Graphic for: Juniors balance obligations and rehearsal in preparation for Quad Day

Ashley Feng and Kaylene Morrison
September 24, 2018

Homecoming skit requires sweetening up by sophomores

Alan Zu
September 10, 2018

From student to teacher — a learning experience in China

Alan Zu
September 10, 2018

Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season

Andrew Li and Alan Zu
September 10, 2018
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