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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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One Washington a day

Daniel Bessonov
March 28, 2019
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Benefit fashion show to be staged March 2

Daniel Bessonov
February 14, 2019

MAP Speaker Series: Drone expert discusses personal videography experiences

Daniel Bessonov and Ashley Feng
February 14, 2019

SAT and ACT classes: overpriced and antiquated

Daniel Bessonov
December 10, 2018
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Book by 2014 grad urges students to discover purpose behind going to the elite colleges they are applying to

Daniel Bessonov and Ashley Feng
November 1, 2018

PSA to parent drivers: Just because you aren’t a student doesn’t mean you can ignore school traffic rules

Daniel Bessonov and Francesca Chu
September 23, 2018

La Cueva edges out all other lunch pretenders

Daniel Bessonov
September 22, 2018

Toga Junior Math Club fosters young minds for excellence

Daniel Bessonov and Patrick Li
May 30, 2018

Alum goes full time in music industry

Daniel Bessonov and Ava Hooman
May 30, 2018

Administration adds new feature to Canvas

Daniel Bessonov and Patrick Li
May 30, 2018

Students place first in Stanford’s annual programming competition

Jeffrey Xu and Daniel Bessonov
May 25, 2018
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State testing is a pain, but it’s also important for students and the school

Daniel Bessonov
March 29, 2018

Comedy Sportz hosts exciting improv games

Daniel Bessonov and Patrick Li
February 13, 2018
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Her father is the father of Bluetooth, but she’s just a normal kid

Daniel Bessonov and Muthu Palaniappan
February 9, 2018
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Increasing percentage of students enrolling in two AP science courses

Daniel Bessonov and Alexandra Li
December 11, 2017

Students prefer new schedule

Daniel Bessonov and Michael Zhang
December 9, 2017

Community college students save money, have abundant options

Daniel Bessonov and Michael Zhang
December 9, 2017

Teachers exercise to stay fit, relieve stress

Daniel Bessonov and Jeffrey Xu
October 22, 2017

Teachers exercise to stay fit, relieve stress

Daniel Bessonov and Jeffrey Xu
October 20, 2017

Seniors create art portfolios for college

Daniel Bessonov
September 16, 2017

Bursting the bubble: ‘Unsafe’ communities differ most in education

Daniel Bessonov and Ethan Ko
June 6, 2017

Computer science club members attend programming competition

Daniel Bessonov
May 26, 2017

Junior and seniors collaborate on website for Spanish program

Daniel Bessonov and Patrick Li
May 24, 2017

Trying out Chipotle hacks to get more greens and beans

Ava Hooman and Daniel Bessonov
April 28, 2017

Swim team looks ahead to Los Altos meet

Daniel Bessonov and Charin Park
March 28, 2017

Participation soars in programming competition this year

Daniel Bessonov and Victor Liu
March 26, 2017

Link Crew hosts annual root beer social

Daniel Bessonov and Navin Tiwary
March 26, 2017

App Dev alumni invites SHS members to LA Hacks

Daniel Bessonov and Patrick Li
March 22, 2017

Revamped grant system allows for increase in club activities

Daniel Bessonov and Phoebe Wang
March 21, 2017

Silicon Valley draws parallels to real life

Daniel Bessonov and Roland Shen
March 18, 2017

Administration spreads awareness about whooping cough incidents on campus

Daniel Bessonov
February 10, 2017

Seniors begin building foldable-bike

Daniel Bessonov and Jingyi Wang
February 9, 2017

Defying stereotypes: Male senior does makeup design

Daniel Bessonov and Esha Lakhotia
February 9, 2017

Wrestling team increases conditioning, technique

Daniel Bessonov, Lina Kim, and Ami Nachiappan
February 9, 2017

Senior’s journey to Saratoga Idol

Daniel Bessonov and Ryan Kim
January 22, 2017

Senior’s journey to Saratoga Idol

Daniel Bessonov and Ryan Kim
January 17, 2017

‘Winter Warmth’ brings record attendance

Daniel Bessonov and Elicia Ye
December 15, 2016

Two girls join wrestling team

Daniel Bessonov and Ami Nachiappan
December 9, 2016
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Junior inventor works with dad to create first foldable longboard

Daniel Bessonov and Roland Shen
December 8, 2016

Russian students adapt to life in America

Daniel Bessonov
December 5, 2016

Sophomore attends League Championship Game

Daniel Bessonov and Patrick Li
December 4, 2016

Growing up with high achieving siblings

Daniel Bessonov
December 4, 2016

CollegeHumor: not so humorous

Daniel Bessonov and Patrick Li
December 2, 2016

The perfect Christmas gift: a small dose of zen

Daniel Bessonov
December 1, 2016

Run Hillary, run

Daniel Bessonov and Victor Liu
November 1, 2016
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Boys’ water polo: Falcons close out season as third-place team

Daniel Bessonov and Roland Shen
November 1, 2016

Senior class raffles Great America Haunt tickets

Daniel Bessonov
November 1, 2016
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‘Ring’ smart doorbell being used in an effort to prevent home burglaries

Daniel Bessonov and Amith Galivanche
October 29, 2016

Junior class copes with stressful month of October

Daniel Bessonov and Ryan Kim
October 27, 2016

The older they are, the harder they fall

Daniel Bessonov and Alex Yang
October 27, 2016

MAP students participate in NYC film festival

Daniel Bessonov and Elicia Ye
October 18, 2016
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