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The chosen layout (out of two) plans for the installation of panels in the front parking lots.
Board of trustees approves solar energy system contract
November 22, 2024
Band volunteer parents Beryl Liu and Dongni Chen set up the band room for cookie dough distribution on Nov. 15.
Annual Music Booster cookie dough fundraiser clears hurdles and sets sales records
November 22, 2024
Senior Aria Zhang and sophomore Sophie Poon (bottom right) perform in their SSAA ensemble among other talented students from other schools
Nine students qualify for the Coastal Regional Honor Choir
November 21, 2024
One of the school’s top-of-the-line AEDs
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
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
With a love for the warm weather in San Diego, Coghlan commits to UCSD and plans to major in molecular and cell biology.
Coghlan commits to Division I rowing at UC San Diego
November 21, 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
The student vote is one of their most powerful weapons.
Students should be allowed a vote in the school board
November 22, 2024
Shakespeare’s place in English Curriculums is indisputable
Shakespeare, though challenging, remains an essential component of English curriculum
November 22, 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
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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Mary Campbell, Caroline Keogh, Leena El Ashmawi, Casey Gilligan run together against their home game against Palo Alto on March 30, which they won 9-7

Happy to play: Girls’ lacrosse fields a team and matches up

Serena Li, Anjali Nuggehalli, and Cici Xu
April 2, 2022
School discusses mental health and seeking support at the Speak Up for Change rally

School discusses mental health and seeking support at the Speak Up for Change rally

Serena Li, Lihi Shoshani, Sarah Thomas, and Cici Xu
February 8, 2022

All recycling products at the school have been trashed in the past six months because students keep contaminating recycling bins with improper waste such as food

Christina Chang and Cici Xu
December 2, 2021
Wu instructs her Chinese 3 students to recite a passage from the textbook.

Chinese curriculum undergoes major staff changes

Cici Xu
October 22, 2021
This iconic picture captures Lake Mead’s dropping water level and the exacerbating drought in the western United States.

Tackling the worst drought in 1,200 years: Why Saratogans should care

Cici Xu
October 17, 2021

A Disney miracle: reminiscing on It’s a Small World

Cici Xu
September 7, 2021
Omkar Kulkarni and his parents posted in front of Kulkarni’s solo jet after finishing his three consecutive 7-minutes solos in the South County Aviation flight school at San Martin, California. 

Flying solo: 2021 alumni immerses himself in unconventional summer activity

Cici Xu
September 1, 2021
Thank you, March For Our Lives!

March For Our Lives San Jose plans town hall meeting to address the emerging trend of mass shootings

Cici Xu
April 16, 2021
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Academy Award prediction: ‘Nomadland’ will win

Cici Xu
March 26, 2021
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Companionship is key to overcoming mental health issues in the pandemic

Cici Xu
March 26, 2021
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Staff prepares the campus for 3A in-person learning

Cici Xu
March 16, 2021
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Celebrating the Year of the Ox in a pandemic

Cici Xu
March 1, 2021
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Into thin air: Sophomore and senior siblings climb in the Himalayas for the second time

Cici Xu
January 16, 2021
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‘The Prom’: an oversimplified lesson on love and acceptance

Anjali Nuggehalli and Cici Xu
January 10, 2021
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Students second-guess opinions on social media

Cici Xu
December 12, 2020
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Weir leads maintenance staff in preparation for eventual in-person school

Andy Chen and Cici Xu
December 12, 2020
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Sophomore dedicates herself to pre-season running

Nika Bagherian and Cici Xu
December 3, 2020
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Class officers hope for outdoor, socially distanced proms

Cici Xu
November 29, 2020
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From history pages to Zoom call: Famous Supreme Court litigant advocates for the power of youth voices

Cici Xu
October 15, 2020
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Climate Clock urges people to act

Cici Xu
October 11, 2020
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TV show ‘Modern Family’ demonstrates power of acceptance

Cici Xu
October 9, 2020
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Family’s guidance is crucial on supporting children’s social-emotional growth in quarantine

Cici Xu
September 14, 2020
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Walking: an unexpected cost of online learning

Cici Xu
September 3, 2020
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WeChat users in America should be given a choice

Cici Xu
September 3, 2020
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I flattened the curve of my exponentially growing screen time

Cici Xu
August 29, 2020
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Students find unexpected advantages as well as flaws to online AP exams

Cici Xu
May 20, 2020
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Green Team brings Earth Week online as COVID-19 crisis continues

Cici Xu
May 13, 2020
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Students and teachers navigate online classes

Ethan Lin and Cici Xu
April 30, 2020
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Junior finds new ways during quarantine to express love for saxophone

Cici Xu
April 13, 2020
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‘The Crown’: a Netflix masterpiece worth watching

Cici Xu
April 12, 2020
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Dad, a three-hours marathoner, becomes my marathon pacer

Cici Xu
April 11, 2020
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Common Roots embraces Sources of Strength on campus

Nicole Lu and Cici Xu
April 3, 2020
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Scared to stare

Cici Xu
April 1, 2020

Amid panic of coronavirus pandemic, new quarantine policy emerges

Vicky Bai and Cici Xu
February 11, 2020

Female freshman wrestler grapples with self-acceptance

Cici Xu and Nicole Lu
February 10, 2020

Administration threatens area closures if students don’t pick up their lunchtime trash

Cici Xu and Samantha Yee
February 10, 2020

What about this year’s Academy Awards?

Cici Xu
February 10, 2020

Badminton team starts more rigorous training

Cici Xu and Christine Zhang
February 10, 2020

The time for solar panels is now

Cici Xu
February 10, 2020
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Traditional sports connects students to cultural heritage

Serena Li and Cici Xu
December 9, 2019

Wrestling team switches regimen to start from scratch, promotes stronger team bonding

Nicole Lu and Cici Xu
December 9, 2019

Dance, Verma show they belong in state race

Nicole Lu and Cici Xu
December 9, 2019

Nature-loving student incorporates homemade clay and pigments into her art

Vicky Bai and Cici Xu
December 9, 2019

Breaking Down the Walls got me involved in our community

Cici Xu
December 2, 2019

Composting comes to campus to protect the environment

Cici Xu
December 2, 2019
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School finally installs new kiln to replace one damaged in 2017 fire

Rohan Kumar and Cici Xu
October 30, 2019

Dance places first in prestigious Mt. Sac competition

Nicole Lu and Cici Xu
October 30, 2019

Girls’ cross country poised to finish the year strong

Nicole Lu and Cici Xu
October 28, 2019

If you like Troye Sivan, then Maggie Rogers is for you

Cici Xu
October 15, 2019

Promising freshman runners join girls’ cross country, season starts with high hopes

Nicole Lu and Cici Xu
September 24, 2019

Harder practices encourage boys’ cross country to reach their full potential

Nicole Lu and Cici Xu
September 24, 2019

Reduced-waste lifestyles combat overflowing landfills

Rohan Kumar and Cici Xu
September 18, 2019
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