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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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Photo or Graphic for: Senior reflects on year as Santa Clara County’s first Youth Poet Laureate

Christina Chang
March 18, 2022

Senior explores the nuances of humanity through film

Anouk Yeh
March 4, 2022

2021-22 Homecoming Court crowned

Anouk Yeh
September 26, 2021

Class of 2022 National Merit Semifinalists announced

Anouk Yeh
September 26, 2021
KQED report: Former El Gato editor-in-chief claims newspaper adviser blocked multiple stories

KQED report: Former El Gato editor-in-chief claims newspaper adviser blocked multiple stories

Meher Bhatnagar, Atrey Desai, and Anouk Yeh
September 10, 2021
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NBC Bay Area report highlights district’s handling of sexual assault and harassment cases

Harshini Velchamy and Anouk Yeh
May 12, 2021
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Students compete in showjumping, despite pandemic

Anouk Yeh
April 1, 2021
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‘We’re all going to the World’s Fair’: a haunting meditation on loneliness and digital obsession

Anouk Yeh
March 22, 2021
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Student athletes partake in trash talk culture

Anouk Yeh
January 21, 2021

History teachers respond to capitol insurrection, historic current events with discussions

Nicole Lu and Anouk Yeh
January 21, 2021
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Speech and debate team hosts first ever virtual tournament fundraiser

Anouk Yeh
January 16, 2021
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The U.S. needs to prioritize vaccinating essential workers and social distance from hypocritical politicians

Anouk Yeh
January 11, 2021
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Delayed WASC process concludes

Anouk Yeh and Apurva Chakravarthy
December 11, 2020
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48 hours in the strange and beautiful world of Nextdoor

Anouk Yeh
December 7, 2020
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Competitive gymnastics…. on horseback?

Anouk Yeh
December 3, 2020
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Underclassman rising star debates his way to the top

Anouk Yeh
December 1, 2020
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Call it what it is: Political friendship break-ups aren’t just ‘political’

Anouk Yeh
December 1, 2020
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How to make it to the adult table this Christmas

Anouk Yeh
November 27, 2020

Top 10 things to dress up as this Halloween

Anouk Yeh
November 5, 2020
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Class of 2020: Zooming through college from home

Anouk Yeh
November 5, 2020
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How phonebanking changed my perspective on politics

Anouk Yeh
November 1, 2020
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Hollywood, stop harping on the Asian American immigrant trope

Anouk Yeh
October 15, 2020
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Harris’ vice presidential appointment and where we go from here

Anouk Yeh
September 17, 2020
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Speech and debate team reckons with familiar enemy: fundraising

Anouk Yeh
September 17, 2020
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Senior appointed as the National Student Poet of the West

Anouk Yeh
September 16, 2020
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String of vandalism and break-ins plague campus over summer, continue into school year

Anouk Yeh
September 16, 2020
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How at-home speech and debate tournaments have turned me into an activist

Anouk Yeh
September 9, 2020
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Change becomes constant theme for administration team

Anouk Yeh
September 9, 2020
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‘Americanah’ fearlessly explores Blackness and prejudice in post-modern America

Anouk Yeh
September 5, 2020
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Annexation of the Mountain Winery struck down, owners refunded money used to hire contractors to study effects

Allison Hartley and Anouk Yeh
May 30, 2020
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Yeilding retires after 20 years of teaching Spanish at the school

Anouk Yeh
May 21, 2020
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Behind the frontlines: Students’ parents combat COVID-19 pandemic

Anjali Nuggehalli and Anouk Yeh
April 24, 2020
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Glowing up while locked down

Anouk Yeh
April 19, 2020
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‘Until Tomorrow’: social media challenge’s side effects may last longer than just one day

Anouk Yeh
April 19, 2020
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Coping with cancelations: students responding to changes in long-awaited summer plans

Anouk Yeh
April 19, 2020
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Recent spike in Instagram challenges are important and soothing

Anouk Yeh
April 14, 2020
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Gender identity diversity in educators: important, yet often overlooked

Anouk Yeh
April 2, 2020
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One short day in the Flower Conservatory

Apurva Chakravarthy and Anouk Yeh
March 30, 2020
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To all the movies that I’ve hated before: this was definitely one of them

Anouk Yeh and Apurva Chakravarthy
March 12, 2020

Sophomore pursues comedic passion

Andy Chen and Anouk Yeh
March 10, 2020

Alumna fencing her way through NYU

Anouk Yeh
March 10, 2020

Coronavirus outbreak strikes fear globally, locally

Harshini Velchamy and Anouk Yeh
January 30, 2020

Ellis appointed interim assistant principal for second semester after Safine’s departure

Apurva Chakravarthy and Anouk Yeh
January 29, 2020

English teacher dives into work after first-semester maternity leave

Oliver Ye and Anouk Yeh 
January 28, 2020
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Campus vandalism and graffiti a little-known but harmful problem, says maintenance staff

Esther Luan and Anouk Yeh
January 28, 2020

Impeachment is symbolism for rejection of injustice

Anouk Yeh
January 26, 2020

Asian-American students in the arts react to recent gains in professional world

Anouk Yeh
January 26, 2020

Speech and debate travels across the U.S. collecting bids

Anouk Yeh and Harshini Velchamy
November 22, 2019

Political double standard emerges in Canadian election

Anouk Yeh
November 21, 2019

Tik Tok Famous: not as easy as it looks

Apurva Chakravarthy and Anouk Yeh
November 15, 2019

I got the horses in the back (page)

Anouk Yeh
November 15, 2019

Lessons learned from teachers and staff

Anouk Yeh and Tiffany Wang
November 15, 2019

Top 10 Ways to be Thankful

Tiffany Wang and Anouk Yeh
November 15, 2019

Working mothers evaluate the implications of their choice of parenthood

Anouk Yeh 
October 28, 2019

Folklore Dancer connects with her culture through conventions and performances

Anouk Yeh and Shama Gupta
October 17, 2019

Pumpkin Patch: fun for fall

Anouk Yeh and Apurva Chakravarthy
October 17, 2019

After hilly meet at Crystal Springs, girls’ cross country team sees promising future

Anouk Yeh and Angelina Chen
October 15, 2019

Should athletes just shut up and play?

Anouk Yeh and Apurva Chakravarthy
October 15, 2019

Dig deeper and Kamala Harris isn’t the candidate she portrays

Anouk Yeh
October 15, 2019
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Speech and debate team off to a successful start

Anouk Yeh and Harshini Velchamy
October 15, 2019

Costa Rica trip proves to be a fun and enriching experience

Anouk Yeh
September 11, 2019

#RickyRenuncia: My experience in a post-Rossello Puerto Rico

Anouk Yeh
September 11, 2019

From the newsroom to the classroom: New U.S. History teacher discusses unique career changes

Manasi Garg and Anouk Yeh
September 11, 2019

After yet more coaching changes, speech and debate team strives to maintain national standing

Anouk Yeh and Harshini Velchamy
September 11, 2019

New team mindset foreshadows a successful girls’ cross country season

Angelina Chen and Anouk Yeh
September 9, 2019

Unraveling freshman myths

Apurva Chakravarthy and Anouk Yeh
September 9, 2019
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