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Heath Rocha at the Nov. 12 board meeting after assuming the role of interim superintendent.
Interim superintendent seeks to bridge gap between district office, two schools
November 14, 2024
Juniors Jack Dong and Nathan Liu (left to right) interview Dr. Tony Masri about sleep.
Students receive expert advice at ‘Sleeping Can Be Your Secret Hack’ Q&A
November 11, 2024
The marching band and color guard take the field for their final performance of their 2024 field show, “The Show Must Go On.”
Marching band closes its season placing second at the WBA Regional Championships in LA
November 11, 2024
Students in the marching band and color guard perform their show “The Show Must Go On” at the Oct. 26 Cupertino Tournament of Bands.
Marching band takes fourth place at Cupertino High competition
November 4, 2024
A child presses on the button, triggering the smasher.
Robotics hosts its 3rd annual SMASH event, fueling Halloween excitement and offering new activities
November 3, 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
Out of the five chemical showers in the science hall, this chemical shower lies outside chemistry teacher Kathy Nakamatsu’s classroom.
Chemical showers act as essential safeguards in science wing
October 30, 2024
Show Peppa Pig — a childhood idol — some respect
Show Peppa Pig — a childhood idol — some respect
October 28, 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
Receiver Sawyer Chao driving through Gunn’s defense.
Injury-plagued Falcons limp to the end of season with three losses
November 11, 2024
Senior Sydney Riera makes a pass during the team’s senior night game on Oct. 30.
Field hockey misses CCS after tough loss vs Presentation High on penalty shots
November 7, 2024
Junior Sahaana Potti has committed to Pepperdine.
Sahaana Potti verbally commits to playing Division I soccer at Pepperdine
November 1, 2024
A Fantasy Premier League squad’s performance on game week 5
Sophomores find fantasy leagues make professional sports more entertaining to watch
October 28, 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
An assortment of differently colored onions — all of which taste terrible.
A 200-word perspective on the terrible taste of onions
October 28, 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
The warmth of the holiday season can come from a variety of foods other than meaty dishes.
Vegetarian alternatives to staple Thanksgiving foods
October 31, 2024
We went to Costco to review their Halloween selections and were immediately drawn to this adorable squishmallow.
Costco’s Halloween essentials: our recommendations
October 30, 2024
My initial fervor started to decline in June, as my stress levels went down, and my days began to become very standardized.
New year, new me?: My journey through journaling
October 30, 2024

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Bellarmine Broads blog: Boys rated female teachers’ looks, attractiveness online

Lina Kim, Claire Rhee, Kyle Wang, and Sophia Zivanic
February 13, 2018

Seniors devise plan to build automated solar panel cleaner for engineering project

Caitlyn Chen and Claire Rhee
March 15, 2017

Oscars shocks audience with biggest mistake in show history

Claire Rhee
March 7, 2017

Alumni encourage taking AP classes, doing own chores to prepare for college

Claire Rhee
January 25, 2017

Administration encourages more communication between parents and students to limit underage drinking

Claire Rhee and Kyle Wang
November 29, 2016

Expensive housing makes the Bay Area a tough fit for teachers and other government employees

Leena Elzeiny and Claire Rhee
September 9, 2016

Scanners are not the way to increase class spirit

Claire Rhee and Isabelle Yang
April 18, 2016

Concerns surface over earlier start time of new schedule

Claire Rhee and Summer Smith
March 10, 2016

Young adult books aim to interest all readers

Claire Rhee
March 6, 2016

Mystery Club: Students investigate and role play puzzling riddles

Claire Rhee and Katherine Zhou
March 6, 2016

Sequel to beloved show fails to fulfill high expectations

Claire Rhee
March 6, 2016

Students discover better fit away from name-brand schools

Claire Rhee and Oksana Trifonova
March 4, 2016

Inspiring stories and videos form strong student connections

Claire Rhee
January 22, 2016

School works to prepare for new security technology

David Fan and Claire Rhee
January 17, 2016

Junior gains unique memories, life skills from robotics

Ami Nachiappan and Claire Rhee
January 17, 2016

Blocked Aeries just causes more stress

Claire Rhee
January 16, 2016

Worldwide messaging apps simplify global communication

Julia Miller and Claire Rhee
January 15, 2016

School leaders share ideas on student wellness

Spring Ma and Claire Rhee
January 15, 2016

Girls’ volleyball advances to CCS despite losses in A league

Elizabeth Lee and Claire Rhee
November 13, 2015

Teachers share unique Thanksgiving traditions

Elizabeth Lee and Claire Rhee
November 7, 2015

Volleyball: Girls hang tough despite coach’s absence

Elizabeth Lee and Claire Rhee
October 9, 2015

Students choose ACT to avoid new SAT

Miles Albert and Claire Rhee
October 4, 2015

Sending juveniles to adult prison detrimental, unnecessary

Claire Rhee
September 30, 2015

‘The Italian Job’: Stealing gold 34 years later

Claire Rhee
September 30, 2015

Girls’ volleyball brings A-game

Elizabeth Lee and Claire Rhee
September 4, 2015

Ross substitutes for Ryan

Claire Rhee
September 3, 2015

Facebook’s usefulness wanes

Claire Rhee
September 2, 2015

Say ‘hey’ to Heher: Saratoga welcomes Judi Heher to the Falcon family as another computer science teacher.

Claire Rhee
September 1, 2015

‘Fantastic Four’: OK not fantastic

Claire Rhee
August 31, 2015
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