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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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All content by Daniel Wu
Running is a great way to recharge your batteries

Senior Mag 2024: When I can’t focus, I run for the hills

Daniel Wu
May 29, 2024
Senior captain Luke Stratakos loads a forehand return on March 27 against Gunn.

Boys’ tennis blazes undefeated path through early division season

Daniel Wu
March 29, 2024
District nurse Lisa Tripp and principal Greg Louie pass out Narcan kits to students after a Narcan training meeting on Feb. 28.

Fentanyl crisis prompts district Narcan training aimed at students

Derek Liang and Daniel Wu
March 28, 2024
School’s 6 VEX Robotics teams gear up for upcoming competitions in quest for world championships

School’s 6 VEX Robotics teams gear up for upcoming competitions in quest for world championships

Daniel Wu and Sarah Zhou
February 6, 2024
Admins reeling us back from escaping to our cars in the parking lot.

Let us skip our non-essential classes

Daniel Wu and Sarah Zhou
January 30, 2024
Though controversial, tech billionaire’s pioneering approach to aging shows promise

Though controversial, tech billionaire’s pioneering approach to aging shows promise

William Cao and Daniel Wu
December 5, 2023
Junior Caleb Yu practices drills with senior Bryan Wang during an open gym session in preparation for the season.

Boys’ basketball teams to participate in winter break tournament in Canada

Daniel Wu
December 2, 2023
Students and staff attend climate conference in Taiwan

Students and staff attend climate conference in Taiwan

Agastya Vitaldevara and Daniel Wu
October 21, 2023
Where the heck is Tajikistan?

Geo-prodigy: Memorizing the locations of every country in the world

Daniel Wu
September 24, 2023
The crows especially enjoy delicacies such as pepperoni pizza.

100-word rant: Dear crows, please stop stealing my lunch

Daniel Wu
August 31, 2023
Freshman Somei Ogata prepares a backhand in a match against Bellarmine

Boys tennis’ ends CCS run with semifinal loss to tough Menlo Park team

Daniel Wu and Ariel Zhou
May 16, 2023
Junior Shane Timmons prepares for a pitch during a game against Milpitas on April 20.

Varsity baseball secures CCS bid following turnaround

Saachi Jain and Daniel Wu
May 11, 2023
The newly completed field features a fully artificial turf surface.

Following seven months of work and $4 million renovations, new baseball field opens for season

Saachi Jain and Daniel Wu
March 31, 2023
Freshman Nikhil Srivatsa completes a forehand while warming up for a match against Los Altos

Despite rainouts and injuries, boys’ tennis team forges ahead

Daniel Wu and Aiden Ye
March 16, 2023
SpeakEasy’s technology architecture

Junior develops award-winning AI-powered browser extension

Anirudh Iyer and Daniel Wu
March 15, 2023
BodyArmor wins the gold among sports drinks competitors

BodyArmor wins the gold among sports drinks competitors

Daniel Wu
February 9, 2023
The varsity boys soccer team poses for a photo prior to their home game against Fremont on Jan. 24.

Boys’ soccer encounters hiccups but gears up for a comeback

Victoria Lin and Daniel Wu
January 31, 2023
Playing squash at the national level, junior Dhruv Nemani practices countless hours every week.

Shedding light on the thrilling racquet sport of squash

Saachi Jain and Daniel Wu
January 29, 2023
Kapoor (in front) rounds a sharp corner with another racer following close behind.

The need for speed: Junior races go-karts at an elite level

Eric Shi and Daniel Wu
November 20, 2022
Senior Olivia Smith as Abigail and junior Ella Tamas-King as Mercy Lewis and other ensemble members, which included middle schoolers, pretend to be bewitched in the courtroom scene during dress rehearsal. 

Fall play audience attendance rebounds to pre-COVID numbers

Jonny Luo and Daniel Wu
November 20, 2022
Sophomore Dylan Wilson runs a footwork drill during the boys’ soccer tryouts.

Season preview: Boys’ soccer aims to use teamwork to make up for lack of returning juniors

Victoria Lin and Daniel Wu
November 18, 2022
The vegetarian meal Anirudh got in its full form.

Mediterranean cuisine: an underrated delicacy

Anirudh Iyer and Daniel Wu
November 14, 2022
Juniors celebrate after a successful quad day performance

Homecoming: Juniors awe the crowd with ingenious stunts and solos

Daniel Wu
September 30, 2022
This year’s bell schedule rings with approval from students and staff.

New bell schedule met with approval from students and staff

Daniel Wu
September 22, 2022
Sophomore Owen Liang answers questions for a scouter from another FRC team during the FRC World Championship

Robotics teams clash against the world’s best teams in Houston

Nikhil Mathihalli and Daniel Wu
May 30, 2022
Nikhil Mathihalli and Aiden Ye

Photo or Graphic for: Pickett retires after 9 years of teaching math at the school

Nikhil Mathihalli and Aiden Ye
May 20, 2022
Collage of the games listed in story: Clash Royale (Top Right), GamePigeon 8Ball (Top Left), Brawl Stars (Bottom Left), Wordle (Bottom Right)

Get ready to procrastinate: The top mobile games to play during tutorial

Alexander Kan and Daniel Wu
April 28, 2022
The bandits' Instagram with a post of their mark on a Tesla

Buzzworthy: 2 ‘bandits’ employ controversial method to promote car washes

Kavya Patel and Daniel Wu
April 28, 2022
Kyle Scola hits a jump off a ramp at the Northstar slopes while snowboarding.

A Tahoe life: Skier and snowboarder relish their time on the slopes

Tara Natarajan and Daniel Wu
April 9, 2022
Senior Sajiv Shah holding a glider during a glider competition for new hires during his first week at WhisperAero.

Senior helps develop next-generation aviation technology

Serena Li and Daniel Wu
March 31, 2022
Freshman soars in high school speech tournaments after middle school success

Freshman soars in high school speech tournaments after middle school success

Serena Li and Daniel Wu
March 31, 2022

What you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine

Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin, and Daniel Wu
March 18, 2022
Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin, and Daniel Wu
March 16, 2022
February Break: the best time of year

February Break: the best time of year

Benjamin Li and Daniel Wu
February 3, 2022
Intro to Engineering and Intro to CS to be merged next year

Intro to Engineering and Intro to CS to be merged next year

Mitchell Chen and Daniel Wu
February 3, 2022
Common mistakes in disease diagnosis which Gupta’s gene signature aims to resolve.

Senior wins finalist status at prestigious science conference

Serena Li and Daniel Wu
December 1, 2021
Senior Vicky Bai received the LGSUHSD Board Student Recognition during the school board meeting on Nov. 16.

Senior receives district recognition for volunteer work to fight hunger

Serena Li and Daniel Wu
November 30, 2021
Proposed Spending on Transportation Infrastructure

Infrastructure and Jobs Act gives much-needed funding to California transportation systems

Daniel Wu
November 30, 2021
Number of applicants to select schools 2020 and 2021

Amid COVID-19 pandemic, some seniors adopt new college application strategies

Benjamin Li and Daniel Wu
November 24, 2021
Students in Seema Patel’s classes discuss and work together in pod arrangements.

School purchases more collaborative furniture for classrooms to increase student participation

Daniel Wu
November 6, 2021
Roof tile collapses due to excess water, and sags the one next to it.

Part of robotics building’s ceiling collapses during recent storm

Sarah Thomas and Daniel Wu
October 31, 2021
Norris slides off the track allowing Hamilton to take the lead.

British racing driver first to take 100th Formula 1 victory in dramatic race

Daniel Wu
October 19, 2021
Senior Vignav Ramesh presents his research at the 2021 Society for Imaging Informatics in Medicine 2021

Senior becomes first high school student to receive prestigious medical AI award

Serena Li and Daniel Wu
October 12, 2021
Biden’s Afghanistan pullout is a spectacular failure

Biden’s Afghanistan pullout is a spectacular failure

Daniel Wu and Alexander Kan
October 9, 2021
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