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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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One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll

Andrew Li and Anjali Pai
March 21, 2021
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Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
March 10, 2021
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Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose

Andrew Li and Alan Zu
January 22, 2021
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Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble

Vicky Bai and Andrew Li
November 21, 2020
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Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors

Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li
November 13, 2020
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Students develop programming skills during quarantine

Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li
November 5, 2020
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SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
November 3, 2020
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Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning

Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi
October 24, 2020
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District plans to start transition into in-person learning

Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi
October 3, 2020
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Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
September 10, 2020
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Experienced music director fills in for Boitz

Andrew Li and Anjali Pai
September 5, 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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AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams

Andrew Li
May 28, 2020
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Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus

Andrew Li and Alan Zu
May 1, 2020
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Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus

Andrew Li
April 25, 2020
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Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart

Andrew Li and Samantha Yee
April 16, 2020
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Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard

Andrew Li
April 16, 2020

AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams

Andrew Li
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

Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
January 27, 2020

Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims

Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li
January 27, 2020

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

Andrew Li and Alan Zu
November 22, 2019

AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
November 20, 2019

Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
October 15, 2019
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Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
October 14, 2019

New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’

Andrew Li
September 7, 2019

Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
September 7, 2019
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Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
April 27, 2019

Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards

Andrew Li and Oliver Ye
April 26, 2019

Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum

Andrew Li and Alan Zu
April 25, 2019

Students revive academic honor society chapter

Andrew Li and Alan Zu
March 26, 2019

Music department keeps in time with March Madness

Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma
March 26, 2019

MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
March 14, 2019

School tests emergency alert system

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
March 12, 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

Language department honors hardworking students

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
January 29, 2019

More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket

Andrew Li
January 22, 2019

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

Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals

Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma
November 16, 2018
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Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored

Andrew Li and Alan Zu
November 14, 2018

Senior wins prestigious water polo award

Andrew Li and Isaac Le
November 14, 2018

Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
November 14, 2018

New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming.

Andrew Li and Isaac Le
November 5, 2018

Band places first in division at Cupertino competition

Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma
October 16, 2018

Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season

Andrew Li and Alan Zu
October 16, 2018

Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots

Andrew Li
October 10, 2018
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Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show

Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma
September 26, 2018

AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students

Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma
September 10, 2018

Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season

Andrew Li and Alan Zu
September 10, 2018

Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
September 10, 2018
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