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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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Disney’s ethnically diverse princesses laudable

Maya Ravichandran and Carolyn Sun
March 22, 2015

School to compete in annual physics bowl

Maya Ravichandran and Carolyn Sun
March 22, 2015

Colleges should decrease deferral rates

Maya Ravichandran and Carolyn Sun
January 25, 2015

‘White Collar’ finale not ideal but fitting

Maya Ravichandran and Carolyn Sun
January 25, 2015

Completed TV shows to marathon over Winter Break

Carolyn Sun
December 5, 2014

Science bowl finalizes team

Maya Ravichandran and Carolyn Sun
December 2, 2014

Are the humanities hopeless? No

Ashley Chen and Carolyn Sun
October 25, 2014

Quiz Bowl team places third at novice tournament

Maya Ravichandran and Carolyn Sun
October 19, 2014

Science Bowl team looking to fill spots for competitions

Maya Ravichandran and Carolyn Sun
September 24, 2014

Promoting and pursuing: Clubs prepare for the new year

Nidhi Jain and Carolyn Sun
September 16, 2014

Students caught attempting office break-in

Andrew Jiang and Carolyn Sun
September 16, 2014
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National History Bowl competitors return victorious

Michelle Leung and Carolyn Sun
May 2, 2014

SAT scores should not follow you into your future job opportunities

Michelle Leung and Carolyn Sun
April 23, 2014

Inappropriately rated TV shows too violent and gory

Carolyn Sun
April 21, 2014

Sophomore grows up surrounded by privilege

Michelle Leung and Carolyn Sun
April 13, 2014

Anti-Heroes: Why are we drawn to them?

Carolyn Sun and Deepthi Sampathkumar
April 2, 2014

Inappropriately rated TV shows too violent and gory

Carolyn Sun
March 21, 2014

Standardized testing moves away from Scantron forms

Michelle Leung and Carolyn Sun
February 12, 2014

Second semester seniors stay focused but relaxed

Carolyn Sun and Kelly Xiao
January 23, 2014

Has anyone ever met math teacher’s push-up challenge?

Michelle Leung and Carolyn Sun
December 2, 2013

‘Ender’s Game’ author’s anti-LGBT views incite boycott of movie

Michelle Leung and Carolyn Sun
December 2, 2013

Quiz Bowl to form new team

Michelle Leung and Carolyn Sun
October 28, 2013

AP Computer Science classes receive new laptops

Carolyn Sun
September 23, 2013

Girls’ cross country: co-captain motivates team

Ashley Chen and Carolyn Sun
September 19, 2013

How to be an artist, part two: cooking

Helen Wong and Carolyn Sun
September 16, 2013

ASB plans to revise constitution

Michelle Leung and Carolyn Sun
September 11, 2013

AP Chemistry will focus more on inquiry

Carolyn Sun and Arman Vaziri
June 2, 2013
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An artist’s problem: the pursuit of perfection

Carolyn Sun
May 7, 2013

Scientists should not revive extinct species

Carolyn Sun and Helen Wong
April 30, 2013

Fencer wins gold medal at Junior Olympics

Carolyn Sun and Helen Wong
April 3, 2013

International students compare experiences

Carolyn Sun and Helen Wong
April 3, 2013

Great white sharks deserve ‘endangered species’ protection

Michelle Leung and Carolyn Sun
March 11, 2013

A cross-grades blind date

Carolyn Sun and Helen Wong
February 4, 2013

Things to watch/read/listen to on Valentine’s Day

Jade Bisht, Amy Lin, and Carolyn Sun
February 3, 2013

Anonymous: a faceless time bomb

Carolyn Sun and Helen Wong
February 3, 2013

Movies and books: date ideas

Carolyn Sun
February 3, 2013

Despite recent election results, marijuana shouldn’t be legal

Carolyn Sun
December 6, 2012

Instagram — an instant addiction

Amy Jan and Carolyn Sun
December 6, 2012
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Cursive writing should be taught

Bruce Lou and Carolyn Sun
November 21, 2012

The consequences of being tardy

Carolyn Sun
October 29, 2012

Girls’ XC: Sophomores compete despite injuries

Carolyn Sun and Lauren Louie
October 29, 2012

Private schools offer a lot but can be expensive

Jane Park and Carolyn Sun
September 30, 2012

Girls’ Cross Country: Takahashi’s sunny personality shines on the team

Lauren Louie and Carolyn Sun
September 30, 2012

Girls’ XC: “acorn,” the secret warning

Lauren Louie and Carolyn Sun
September 28, 2012

Trigonometry classes turn to photocopied textbooks

Rachel Hull and Carolyn Sun
September 20, 2012
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