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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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Top MAP works honored at SMASH’N

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
May 28, 2019

Why is ‘Thotiana’ considered a ‘bad’ song?

Chelsea Leung and Elaine Sun
April 22, 2019
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Alumnus Joel Schneidmiller pursues volleyball career at UC Irvine

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
March 14, 2019

Speech and debate program undergoes leadership overhaul

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
November 27, 2018

First online issue of Soundings open for submissions

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
November 26, 2018

Boba pizza fascinates and repulses

Chelsea Leung
September 20, 2018

Juniors recognized by teachers at CSF Awards ceremony

Chelsea Leung
May 30, 2018

Science teacher finally finds teaching after multiple jobs

Chelsea Leung and Jeffrey Xu
May 23, 2018

Boys’ volleyball prolongs winning streak

Karen Chow and Chelsea Leung
May 14, 2018
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More security cameras installed to decrease illegal activities

Chelsea Leung and Jackson Green
April 3, 2018

Maintenance crew and Environmental Club address littering problems on campus

Chelsea Leung and Kaitlyn Wang
April 1, 2018

100-word rant: Stop chewing so loudly

Chelsea Leung
February 15, 2018

Boys’ volleyball: Players try to move beyond the Schneidmiller era

Karen Chow and Chelsea Leung
February 13, 2018

Group seeks to improve equity at school

Chelsea Leung and Emilie Zhou
February 11, 2018

Jazz Cabaret minimized to concert and reception

Chelsea Leung
February 9, 2018

Culture clubs host Lunar New Year celebration

Ava Hooman and Chelsea Leung
February 8, 2018

Agriculture and Environmental clubs seek to improve campus

Chelsea Leung and Kaitlyn Wang
February 8, 2018

School opens two bathrooms as gender-neutral facilities open to students

Andrew Lee and Chelsea Leung
February 8, 2018

The face behind the rally music

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
January 29, 2018

Nguyen recounts following his own dreams

Chelsea Leung
December 11, 2017

Marching band participates in Los Gatos Holiday Parade with Redwood

Chelsea Leung
December 9, 2017

Thompson describes how administration deals with continuing cyberbullying incidents

Allen Chen and Chelsea Leung
December 7, 2017

Outreach commission plans annual Speak Up For Change week

Chelsea Leung
December 7, 2017
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Band wraps up marching season

Chelsea Leung
November 1, 2017

Senior commits to play Division I tennis at UC Irvine

Chelsea Leung
October 30, 2017

ASB moves meetings to fifth period

Jackson Green and Chelsea Leung
October 30, 2017

Hundreds dress up during Red Ribbon Week

Karen Chow and Chelsea Leung
October 27, 2017

Social Justice Club seeks to strike down stereotypes through videos

Chelsea Leung
October 19, 2017
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Water polo coach plays professionally, believes in ‘feet in’ instruction

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
September 17, 2017

Lynbrook students give Homecoming their all

Chelsea Leung
September 13, 2017

Band adds dance moves, props and choir to field show

Chelsea Leung
September 12, 2017

Freshman aspires to achieve his dreams in Silicon Valley

Chelsea Leung and Ashley Su
September 11, 2017

Senior’s grandmother recounts escape from North Korea

Chelsea Leung
September 11, 2017

NCL Senior Recognition Event sends off graduating seniors

Chelsea Leung
May 24, 2017

Decline in registration for AP U.S. History

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
May 18, 2017

Team mom carries food, drinks, communications and team

Chelsea Leung
May 16, 2017
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‘Casting JonBenét’ with character auditions instead of facts

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
May 16, 2017

Common Core standards alter math curriculum

Chelsea Leung and Elaine Sun
March 26, 2017

APES classes visit Año Nuevo State Park

Karen Chow and Chelsea Leung
March 24, 2017

Teachers enforces school’s tardy policy differently

Frederick Kim and Chelsea Leung
February 10, 2017

Anna Ybarra keeps activities office moving

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
February 10, 2017

The hidden work behind Bombay in the Bay

Chelsea Leung and Elicia Ye
February 9, 2017
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New basketball coach aims to improve game attendance, enthusiasm

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
February 5, 2017

Marching band prepares for SoCal regionals

Chelsea Leung and Katherine Zhou
October 27, 2016
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Senior verbally commits to WashU for softball

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
October 26, 2016

Behind the name: Students grapple with their unusual names

Chelsea Leung and Katherine Zhou
October 26, 2016

School board OKs additional day off in October starting next year

Karen Chow and Chelsea Leung
October 26, 2016

‘The Birth of a Nation’ leaves viewers sickened but impressed

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
October 23, 2016
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Junior’s short film on feminism to be screened in Times Square venue

Chelsea Leung and Elaine Sun
September 29, 2016

Now a 7th-period class, AP Music Theory sees its enrollment decline

Chelsea Leung
September 27, 2016
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