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The Class of ‘25 lines up to take their final bow at the end of the first show.
Indian Cultural Awareness Club puts on 20th annual Bombay in the Bay show with stunning costumes and energetic music
February 22, 2025
At the very minimum, active advertising of harmful, addictive substances shouldn’t be constantly exposed to children going to school.
In a bad sign, ever more marijuana shops are popping up near schools
February 14, 2025
The high school Jazz Band performs their set on Jan. 17.
18 musicians accepted into state-wide conference
February 14, 2025
Sunder Pichai remains CEO of Google despite his countless blunders.
Workers lose their jobs when CEOs fail at their jobs
February 14, 2025
Kim performs “Romeo and Juliet” Fantasy Overture by Tchaikovsky with the NYO2 orchestra in Dallas on Aug. 6.
Practice takes senior musician to Carnegie Hall and beyond this summer
February 13, 2025
Junior Arjun Krish, Class of `23 alumnus Adam Xu and his mentor Dr. Liang Li stand in front of Krish’s lab station in the summer of 2024.
Junior researches for a cure for glaucoma
February 16, 2025
Free Luigi” merchandise has been growing rapidly on online shopping platforms.
Analysis: Luigi Mangione’s case of vigilante justice reflects American glorification of violence
February 15, 2025
Matt Walsh’s brand new documentary reveals the dark side of DEI movements.
‘Am I Racist?’ — mockumentary takes a deep dive into DEI and presents ideas worth considering
February 14, 2025
Senior Michelle Ho poses in her lab coat holding a small flask.
Senior explores genetic underpinnings of arthritis in her research
February 14, 2025
“Nature’s Chance Encounter” along with many others of senior Amy Pan’s paintings adorn the Saratoga Library Group Study Room.
Senior represents nature through texture, visuals, and ambiance through both physical and digital mediums
February 13, 2025
Members of the dance team hold a pose in their competition pom routine, performing at the girls’ basketball game on Jan. 17.
Dance team brings back traditional halftime basketball performances
February 22, 2025
Competitions like the World Cup are popular in both soccer and futsal respectively.
What makes futsal the kicker for soccer players?
February 15, 2025
The seniors pose for a picture after winning 3-1 against Cupertino.
Boys’ soccer qualifies to CCS after 3-1 victory over Cupertino on Senior Night
February 14, 2025
Students utilize the school’s weight room to keep fit during the season and off-season.
Student athletes adapt to avoid “falling off” during the offseason
February 13, 2025
Senior Saatvik Kommareddi spins past a defender at a game on Jan. 18.
Boys’ basketball team suffers first loss but clinches CCS qualification
February 11, 2025
In large classes, it’s difficult to share my opinions often.
Why class sizes should not exceed 30
February 14, 2025
With the release of more AI language models like Deepseek, we are hopeful to see a future of the industry with more diverse options for users.
Public attention on DeepSeek fuels discussion about AI development
February 14, 2025
The progressive movement reached its peak in 2020, during COVID-19.
The Progressive movement is on the outs
February 12, 2025
2024 electoral map
In a splintered U.S., consecutive two-term presidents may become rare
February 11, 2025
AI Safety is not a joke.
To prevent disastrous outcomes, inherently evil AI growth needs to halt
February 11, 2025
Junior Ishir Ayyagari flexes after an arm workout.
New year, new goals: Three juniors give advice about how to stick to your workout resolutions
February 15, 2025
It’s time to use those cold emailing skills (and your $29.99 monthly LinkedIn Premium subscription) to get LinkedUp.
Top 10: ways to get a valentine next year
February 14, 2025
I practice the guitar in my room during my free time.
This is a PSA to take up a new instrument (in my case, a guitar)
February 14, 2025
Hello.
A letter to my senior year self
February 13, 2025
Some wonderful new year's resolutions that you should try out!
Top 10: New Year’s Resolutions
February 13, 2025

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Meet my frenemy….

Allison Chang and Deepti Kannan
May 7, 2013

Senior reflects on four years of badminton experience

Allison Chang and Candice Zheng
March 12, 2013

I’m never ever teaching again

Allison Chang
March 12, 2013

New courses offered for the 2013-2014 school year

Sabrina Chen and Allison Chang
March 12, 2013

Internet safety awareness dismally low

Allison Chang and Trung Vandinh
January 22, 2013

The battle of the Holmes

Allison Chang
January 21, 2013

Teachers face daily challenge in parking lot

Allison Chang
January 17, 2013
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Superstar freshman seizes the stage

Allison Chang and Megana Iyer
January 17, 2013

Don’t doubt E-learning

Allison Chang
November 8, 2012
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Finally … redemption for the class of 2014

Allison Chang
October 17, 2012

Prop. 32: a facade of equality

Allison Chang
October 15, 2012

More students doubling up on APs

Allison Chang and Nelson Wang
October 15, 2012

Woodworking cut from curriculum

Allison Chang and Trung Vandinh
September 19, 2012

Alumnus transitions into teaching role

Allison Chang
September 7, 2012

Colorado shooting shocks students, showing the randomness of violence in the U.S.

Allison Chang, Grace Ma, and Karen Sung
September 6, 2012
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Long-time English teacher to become new assistant principal, replacing Hyde

Allison Chang, Anushree Dugar, and Grace Ma
May 25, 2012

Boys’ volleyball: Bittersweet ending to strongest season in years

Allison Chang and Paul Jung
May 22, 2012
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San Diego principal named new leader of school

Allison Chang and Sierra Smith
May 17, 2012
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Physics students construct catapults to soak teachers

Allison Chang
May 17, 2012

Arizona proposed anti-trolling bill ineffective, unconstitutional

Allison Chang
April 25, 2012
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Boys’ volleyball: Comeback season for Falcons lifts spirits

Allison Chang and Paul Jung
April 24, 2012

Nine students qualify for state competition in speech and debate

Allison Chang and Nelson Wang
March 30, 2012

Are science fairs unfair?

Allison Chang
March 27, 2012

New season, new start:The volleyball team sets high goals

Allison Chang
March 27, 2012

The carrot and the stick: International community must take action to combat nuclear proliferation

Allison Chang and Nelson Wang
March 21, 2012

Seniors begin to determine best college match

Allison Chang
March 14, 2012

Speech & debate: students predict more victories to come

Allison Chang and Nelson Wang
March 14, 2012
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Senior Alissa Zhang finishes in top 10 of Intel Science contest

Allison Chang
March 14, 2012

Senior chosen as finalist in Intel science fair

Allison Chang
February 15, 2012
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Senior chosen as finalist in Intel science fair

Allison Chang
February 15, 2012

Boys’ volleyball preview

Allison Chang
February 8, 2012

Students save lives: Community commission hosts blood drive, deemed a success

Allison Chang
February 6, 2012

Dissatisfied debaters: Tournament plagued with multiple mishaps from directors

Allison Chang and Nelson Wang
February 6, 2012

MAP students attend annual film festival

Allison Chang and Denise Lin
February 6, 2012

Falcon Focus: The new Albert Gu? Freshman exceeds expectations in math

Allison Chang
December 14, 2011

Born on Christmas: Sophomore considers herself lucky to have holiday birthday

Allison Chang
December 14, 2011

Can you get Santa to admit he isn’t Santa?

Allison Chang
November 27, 2011

You snooze, you win: Students must be stopped from abusing the attendance policy for academic gain

Allison Chang and Cristina Curcelli
November 27, 2011

Robotics team looking to repeat prior success

Allison Chang
October 27, 2011

Fall play takes students back to France

Allison Chang, Andy Fang, and Jennifer Jin
October 27, 2011

Speech and debate freshmen surpass expectations

Allison Chang and Nelson Wang
October 27, 2011

Awkward moments at SHS

Allison Chang
October 24, 2011

Cupertino community counters WBC Protest

Allison Chang and Deborah Soung
October 24, 2011

Newspapers transitioning from print to online focus; new media lack credibility of old

Allison Chang and Nelson Wang
October 17, 2011

Cupertino shooting alerts SHS to be prepared

Allison Chang
October 14, 2011

Speech and debate takes on changes, challenges

Nelson Wang and Allison Chang
September 30, 2011

Parents educated in other countries see mixed blessings in American education

Allison Chang
September 13, 2011

Students work to surmount scheduling struggles on a more crowded campus

Allison Chang, Amy Jan, Kelly Liu, and Akshara Sekar
September 9, 2011
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