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Student art being showcased at last year’s Soundings exhibition in the SHS Library.
Soundings’ April 18. Exhibition will feature works from The Wildcat Review
April 17, 2025
Allied teams 95071X (right) and 1000A (left) celebrate after advancing to grand finals at the U.S. Open National Championship.
VEX Robotics team makes finalists in U.S. Open National Championship
April 10, 2025
Rally commissioners act out a skit inspired by “Beauty and the Beast.”
‘Beauty and the Beast’ rally builds hype before prom
April 10, 2025
Trustee Shawn Mortensen (far left) listens to a presentation at the district office during the school board’s March 11 meeting.
Meet Shawn Mortensen: LGSUHSD’s newest school board trustee
April 5, 2025
The Philharmonic Strings orchestra combined with the Freshman orchestra to play together in the non-competitive category of the conference.
SHS orchestras travel to Atlanta for National Orchestra Festival
April 4, 2025
I’ve imagined myself in 10 years in countless ways, and I’m still unsure where I’ll be.
A letter to me in 10 years
April 21, 2025
Junior Kiana Saadieh makes a latte for a customer at Big Basin Cafe.
Students’ reality of working in restaurants, fast food and cafes
April 20, 2025
Caption: Despite now mostly working as a writer, Mandell has acted in various productions — most recently, he starred in the self-written one-man-show “It’s a Phase” in 2022.
SHS alumnus pursues screenwriting career amid a turbulent Hollywood landscape
April 20, 2025
Jain poses during a dive in the Neutral Buoyancy Lab, her first rotation at the Johnson Space Center during fall 2022.
Alumni reflect on the benefits of college co-op programs that place them in workplace settings for extended periods
April 17, 2025
Cochrum helps a student during tutorial.
Cochrum reflects on educational journey with learning disability
April 5, 2025
Bonner instructs swimmers to start the set off the block.
Christian Bonner’s journey from non-swimmer to longtime swimming coach
April 17, 2025
Ning launches a three against Sacred Heart as his teammates prepare to celebrate.
From 13th man to 3rd team all league — Steven Ning’s basketball journey
April 3, 2025
The beam training area at Gold Star Gymnastics.
Paying it forward for the next generation of gymnasts
March 31, 2025
Bossow wrestles against Bellarmine at Overfelt High on Dec. 6.
Wrestling team shows significant improvement this season
March 27, 2025
Coach Brian Liao talks game strategy with sophomores Andy Lu and Teegan Seid-Pham.
New head badminton coach brings valued guidance for players
March 27, 2025
The issue of modern feminism: Don’t mistake progress for exploitation
April 20, 2025
Mangione’s alleged actions were wrong, but the diagnosis of America’s failing health-care system wasn’t
Mangione’s alleged actions were wrong, but the diagnosis of America’s failing health-care system wasn’t
March 31, 2025
Stay safe.
In a dark time, it’s time to know your rights
March 27, 2025
Starting next school year, more students are able to study at MIT without worrying about tuition.
Educational institutions are wise to offer free tuition to low-income families
March 26, 2025
Nationwide voter turnout since 2002, blue is presidential, yellow is midterm
Sagging voter participation puts democracy at risk
March 22, 2025
The infamous “criss cross chair” from TikTok Shop, ranging from $40-70, has taken over social media feeds.
Is TikTok Shop another marketing trap or actually have legitimate products?
April 17, 2025
Students gather to eat and talk on the upper deck.
Prom 2025: A grape evening at the Mountain Winery
April 6, 2025
Courtesy of Imgflip If you’re going to stop reading this story right here, this meme sums up my entire high school experience (I been chilling with boba but it’s close enough). Seriously, though, John Cena’s Chinese is elite.
My high school life in memes
April 5, 2025
Courtesy of Neha Sharan Students compete in a co-ed tournament held at the India Community Center in Milpitas.
A sophomore’s gambit: encouraging more girls to take up chess
April 4, 2025
Top 10 celebrity baby names over the years
April 3, 2025
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Volume 49, Issue 1
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Say ‘bonjour’ to new restaurant

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Super mom inspires senior

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Crazy outfits = crazy success

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Senior golfer advances to CCS

Samika Kumar and Apeksha Sharma

Indian community dances the night away

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Girls’ golf: ‘Champion’ freshman swings her way into lineup

Apeksha Sharma and Samika Kumar

Senior dancers dance to their own beat

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Girls’ Golf: Unfavorable weather conditions don’t dampen high spirits

Apeksha Sharma and Samika Kumar

Pakistan deserves aid from UN

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Senior plans to help bring team up to par

Apeksha Sharma and Samika Kumar

Sophomore He said/She said

Apeksha Sharma and Kyumin Shim

PROMblems arising throughout the nation

Apeksha Sharma and Kim Tsai

Alumnus wins prestigious scholarship

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Daylight Savings time change burdensome

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Study guides useful for AP classes

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Navigating through school hallways

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CCC useful for students with questions

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Girls’ basketball falls in CCS semifinals to Valley Christian

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Spirit commission puts on guessing game featuring teachers’ baby photos

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Original talent refreshing in entertainment industry

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Dead week, dead policy

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Feng Shui invites culture into student’s life

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Students’ Facebook playlist helps others find new songs

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Girls’ basketball: Gragnola puts up 42 points against Pioneer, shatters school scoring record

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Girls’ Basketball: Team works on communication, getting ahead in the game

Izzy Albert and Apeksha Sharma

Though tough, new dance policy cleans up unneeded behavior

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Can you Kanye?

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Parents deserve tickets for parking violations on campus

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Commission adds spirit to school

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Commission adds spirit to school

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A forced bonding doesn’t stick; changes must be made to Link Crew

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Classes bond over quilting

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Say hi to Wi-Fi: SHS starts Wi-Fi network

Shannon Galvin and Apeksha Sharma

Winter Sports: JV Wrap up

Rebecca Nguyen and Apeksha Sharma

Saratoga hosts exchange program with Yerba Buena

Rebecca Nguyen and Apeksha Sharma

School should consider schedule changes for next year

Vijay Menon and Apeksha Sharma

NCL presents graduating class

Apeksha Sharma

Library aims to update offerings

Apeksha Sharma and Shannon Galvin

Seniors pursue fine arts educations

Apeksha Sharma and Rebecca Nguyen

Plans for Winter Ball finalized

Rebecca Nguyen and Apeksha Sharma
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Sophomores complete Rome in 25 days

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Invisible children Alliance Club hosts moving presentation

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Teachers now required to take CTEL classes

Mabel Hsu and Apeksha Sharma

Teachers now required to take CTEL classes

Mabel Hsu and Apeksha Sharma
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