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Cuttlefish drivers strategize before their match.
FTC robotics teams flex their strength at Regionals
March 2, 2025
Members of the Saratoga debate team pose for a group picture during the James Logan Invitational.
Speech and debate rocks the circuit in the new year
March 1, 2025
Field setup starts off with marking the perimeter of the field with a wooden wall
MSET’s First Robotics Competition team gears up for upcoming season
February 27, 2025
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
Zinman (bottom right) poses with Tufts’ Mock Trial team.
Serendipity: Alumnus finds national success in Mock Trial in his first year
March 4, 2025
Both social and academic peer pressure play a prominent role in students' decisions and lives at SHS.
Navigating the school’s web of academic, parental and social pressures
March 4, 2025
Sonic, Tails and Knuckles team up against the mysterious Shadow the Hedgehog in an action-packed movie.
’Sonic the Hedgehog 3:’ fast and fun but forgettable
March 2, 2025
A tier list of the top nominations from the 97th Academy Awards.
The 2025 Oscars: predictions and most deserving films
March 1, 2025
After controversial lawsuits, photos of Beyoncé, Jay-Z, and Diddy resurfaced on the internet.
Gratitude with fear: grappling with all the Beyoncé conspiracy theories
March 1, 2025
Jeremy Lin on Time Magazine.
Linsanity sparked a legacy beyond basketball for me and others
March 4, 2025
Team pictures of each of the four winter sports teams, girls’ basketball, girls’ soccer, boys’ basketball and boys’ soccer.
This winter marks historic seasons for both basketball and soccer
March 2, 2025
The team huddles during their CCS quarterfinals game against Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory
Boys’ basketball team falls to Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory in CCS Division-III quarterfinals
March 2, 2025
Some of the most notable players who have been traded during this year’s trade deadline. (Left to Right: Zach Lavine, De’Aaron Fox, Luka Doncic, Anthony Davis and Brandom Ingram)
NBA thrown into chaos due to shocking high-profile trades
February 25, 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
America’s mental health crisis does not receive the attention it deserves
America’s mental health crisis does not receive the attention it deserves
March 2, 2025
Seniors lock your cars before the underclassmen sneak in.
100-word rant: Underclassmen, wait your turn and stop sneaking off campus during lunches
March 2, 2025
It’s about time to rebalance the scale of power.
America’s allies must limit Trump’s power grab
March 1, 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
An accurate depiction of me on the verge of getting pulled into my screen when watching K-dramas.
Confession: My relationship with the imaginary characters on-screen has become integrated into my daily routine
March 2, 2025
New year’s goals are written down, surrounded by the mess of daily life.
‘New Year, new me’ is sadly a myth
March 1, 2025
It’s time to rethink some of our original goals…
Failing New Year’s resolutions like a pro
March 1, 2025
Everything showers are one of the best ways to reset.
February: The perfect time to show yourself some love
February 26, 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

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Macesic rolls out copies and fondant

Synthia Ling and Anna Shen
February 10, 2011
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Science Club creates Science Bowl team

Anna Shen and Abhishek Venkataramana
December 14, 2010
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Tennis star recruited by Northwestern

Anna Shen and Abhishek Venkataramana
December 14, 2010

Do you believe in magic? (Magic Club appears on campus)

Synthia Ling and Anna Shen
October 14, 2010
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Music department welcomes new band director Seth Jones

Anna Shen
September 22, 2010

Budget problems postponed to 2011-12

Rebecca Nguyen and Anna Shen
June 6, 2010
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Little known chess team aims for sixth straight state championship

David Eng and Anna Shen
March 23, 2010

Community expresses concern over budget crisis

Rebecca Nguyen and Anna Shen
March 16, 2010
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Community, school discusses budget issues at meetings

Anna Shen and Rebecca Nguyen
February 22, 2010
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As projected deficit for 2010-11 reaches $3 million, district moves closer to action

Rebecca Nguyen and Anna Shen
February 1, 2010
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SHS Foundation proves to be an important asset in school’s advancement

Rebecca Nguyen and Anna Shen
January 30, 2010
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Giving back

Kevin Mu and Anna Shen
January 29, 2010
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U.S. News ranks SHS as 93rd best high school

Anna Shen and Karen Yang
January 21, 2010

Seniors look back on earlier years

Anna Shen
January 19, 2010

District faces projected $1.6 million deficit next year

Rebecca Nguyen and Anna Shen
December 15, 2009

District deficit for next year increases to $2.75 million

Rebecca Nguyen and Anna Shen
December 15, 2009

Guaranteed admission to some UCs brings little comfort to top 4 percent of seniors

Anna Shen and Karen Yang
November 17, 2009

SHS alumnus bestows American flag

Anna Shen and Karen Yang
October 16, 2009

School aims to prevent H1N1 outbreak

Grishma Athavale and Anna Shen
October 14, 2009

School gears up for revived H1N1 outbreak

Grishma Athavale and Anna Shen
October 13, 2009

SHS receives makeover

Kevin Mu and Anna Shen
September 8, 2009

New adviser helps math club become better organized and more well known

Albert Gu and Anna Shen
May 28, 2009

AP statistics projects underway as semester comes to a close

Anna Shen and Abhi Venkataramana
May 22, 2009

SHS band and orchestra continue to do well in the off-season

Anna Shen
April 29, 2009

Link application process turns more selective

Anna Shen and Jenny Zhang
April 16, 2009

Music department receive superior ratings at CMEA

Anna Shen
April 14, 2009

Online university detrimental to students’ education

Grishma Athavale and Anna Shen
February 12, 2009

Taking a closer look at ISPE

Kevin Mu and Anna Shen
February 11, 2009

Saratogans celebrate Chinese New Year

Kevin Mu and Anna Shen
February 11, 2009

Saratoga High custodian charged with alleged child molestation

Anna Shen
February 6, 2009

Teenagers should stop ‘lovin it’ and lay off the unhealthy fast food

Kevin Mu and Anna Shen
December 15, 2008

Boys’ basketball begins new season with hard work

Anna Shen and Abhishek Venkataramana
December 12, 2008

Service clubs spread holiday cheer

Kevin Mu and Anna Shen
December 8, 2008

Two incumbents win school board election

Anna Shen
November 18, 2008

French students from local schools hold debate

Mary Mykhaylova and Anna Shen
November 3, 2008

Final mock trial team picked

Anna Shen and Abhishek Venkataramana
October 27, 2008

SHS Constitution undergoes revision

Anna Shen and Abhishek Venkataramana
October 21, 2008

Three vie for two open spots on school board

Anna Shen
October 15, 2008

ASB to reduce number of clubs

Anna Shen
September 17, 2008

ASB to reduce number of clubs

Anna Shen
September 12, 2008
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