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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 David Koh

Journalism in the age of Trump: Free speech and the American responsibility

David Koh and Jeffrey Ma
January 15, 2019

SB 826: legislative solution to lack of workplace diversity

David Koh and Krithi Sankar
October 26, 2018

Kavanaugh’s confirmation shows the process is flawed

David Koh and Jeffrey Ma
October 16, 2018

Season Preview: Cross-Country picks up the pace

David Koh
September 12, 2018
Superintendent Michael Grove Picture

New superintendent adjusts to new school district

David Koh and Jeffrey Ma
September 10, 2018

The first response to sexual harassment allegations should not be doubt

David Koh and Jayne Zhou
May 23, 2018

Students excel in math and physics competitions

David Koh and Howard Tang
May 23, 2018

Robinson clarifies the administration’s view of student protests

David Koh and Siva Sambasivam
May 23, 2018

‘Isle of Dogs’ sends a compelling message but doesn’t live up to expectations

David Koh
May 4, 2018

Falcon Focus: Junior becomes a radio expert

David Koh
April 3, 2018

Super Bowl attraction brings in extravagant celebrations

David Koh and Rahul Vadlakonda
January 29, 2018

Feeding into the desire for food – a guide to cope with late night snacking

David Koh and Elaine Toh
January 25, 2018

Junior spends free time creating music

David Koh and Howard Tang
November 27, 2017

New assistant speech and debate coach impressed by student motivation

David Koh and Anna Novoselov
October 12, 2017

Sophomore finds new interests after moving to California

David Koh
September 5, 2017

An attack on democracy: Trump fires Comey

David Koh
May 25, 2017

MAP Seniors embark on final projects

David Koh
May 4, 2017
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Father-son stay on track

David Koh and Rahul Vadlakonda
May 1, 2017

Team finishes season strong, makes final preparations for CA State Tournament and Nationals

Pranav Ahuja and David Koh
April 25, 2017

Hate crimes on the rise

David Koh
April 25, 2017

Taking a look inside Orre’s millennial classroom

Elaine Fan and David Koh
March 15, 2017

The paradox of political correctness

David Koh
March 8, 2017

Millions of children bid goodbye to Club Penguin

David Koh
March 8, 2017

Me in a decade – still struggling

David Koh
March 7, 2017

Team hype manager motivates crowd and players alike

David Koh and Rahul Vadlakonda
February 10, 2017

Senior finds her ‘own little family’ in choir

David Koh
January 30, 2017

High stakes for the debate team in Arizona

David Koh and Rahul Vadlakonda
January 25, 2017

Storage garage serves as hub for maintenance operations

David Koh and Rahul Vadlakonda
November 21, 2016

The election heard ’round the world:Trump’s victory shows that our differences are too easy to exploit

David Koh
November 20, 2016

YouTube takes a step backward in limiting freedom of content

David Koh and Rahul Vadlakonda
November 18, 2016

Sophomore with asthma continues to run cross country

David Koh
November 18, 2016

Sophomore with asthma continues to run cross country

David Koh
November 18, 2016

Frangieh and Obenour participate in Alcatraz swim

David Koh and Rahul Vadlakonda
October 15, 2016

Building a fake resume: necessary or nearsighted?

David Koh
October 12, 2016

Columnists: Trump’s presidency to go down in history as the Great Cleanse

David Koh and Rahul Vadlakonda
October 12, 2016

Debate team kicks off season with varsity tournament

David Koh and Rahul Vadlakonda
October 11, 2016

New classes make their debut

David Koh and Rahul Vadlakonda
September 8, 2016
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On Back to School Night, parents take a walk in children’s shoes

David Koh
September 8, 2016

Criticizing third world countries is not the way to go

David Koh
September 6, 2016
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