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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 Derek Sun

Students influenced by social media and popular entertainment to try marijuana

Allison Lin and Derek Sun
March 3, 2014

Take heed: APES isn’t an easy AP

Jade Bisht and Derek Sun
January 31, 2014

College interviews prove enigmatic

Derek Sun
January 23, 2014

Frequency of ticketing frustrates student drivers

Allison Lin and Derek Sun
November 19, 2013

Government shutdown: students disillusioned by media

Allison Lin and Derek Sun
November 10, 2013

PS4 wins next-gen console crown

Derek Sun
November 5, 2013

College sports recruiting spirals out of control

Derek Sun
October 28, 2013

Lunch trucks should be allowed on high school campuses

Derek Sun
October 28, 2013

Great SHS sports moments: Walkoff winners take De Anza League Crown

Derek Sun
October 15, 2013

New books turned movies hope to have success in theatres

Derek Sun
October 15, 2013

Drivers weigh consequences of ‘one-year’ license rule

Trung Vandinh and Derek Sun
October 8, 2013

Following Google’s lead, schools should offer students creative relief

Allison Lin and Derek Sun
September 26, 2013

New year comes with a new field

Nikil Ramanathan and Derek Sun
September 10, 2013
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Amiss dismal season, Giants’ star Posey stands out

Derek Sun
September 4, 2013

Banner baseball season ends in first round CCS loss

Derek Sun
May 22, 2013
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Baseball team wins league playoffs, crowned as league co-champs with Palo Alto

Derek Sun
May 16, 2013
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Star player Stevie Berman Santa Clara University bound

Derek Sun
May 10, 2013

Three sport athlete Kyle Dozier decides on baseball at Loyola Marymount University

Derek Sun
May 8, 2013

CCS-bound Falcons heat up at the right time right before league playoffs

Derek Sun
May 8, 2013

Summer heats up with multiple blockbuster sequels

Derek Sun
May 8, 2013

Can you rhyme all the time?

Derek Sun
March 14, 2013

Boys’ baseball: Hanks and his quiet confidence hope to lead Falcons to success

Derek Sun
March 12, 2013
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Saratoga beats Redwood in interstaff charity basketball game that raises $10,000

Samuel Liu and Derek Sun
March 11, 2013

Spoof: Reporter details life post-apocalypse

Derek Sun
January 24, 2013

Armstrong stripped of athletic fame and public respect

Jonathan Young and Derek Sun
November 18, 2012

Football players start tradition in ceramics room

Derek Sun
November 15, 2012
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Freshmen establish presence with quad day performance

Derek Sun
October 14, 2012

Sum comes within 2 seconds of course record

Aasim Naqvi and Derek Sun
October 10, 2012

Students believe non-block schedule deserves second look

Derek Sun
October 10, 2012
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Giants hope to carry the success in the season into the postseason

Derek Sun
October 5, 2012
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MLB must clean up tainted game

Dylan Jew and Derek Sun
September 4, 2012

XC: Boys look to continue recent success

Aasim Naqvi and Derek Sun
August 31, 2012

Juniors win $10,000 in film competition

Derek Sun
May 23, 2012
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Yim to take MathCounts team to nationals

Matt Foley and Derek Sun
May 9, 2012

Best of Saratoga

Derek Sun
May 1, 2012
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Saratoga beats Los Gatos in baseball for first time in 15 years

Derek Sun
May 1, 2012
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Bountygate, the biggest controversy in sports

Derek Sun
April 30, 2012
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Giants likely to rebound from disappointing 2011 season

Derek Sun
April 27, 2012

Falcons go 3-1 in a 2 week span

Derek Sun
April 11, 2012

Baseball: Falcons split series against Los Altos

Derek Sun
March 21, 2012

Baseball: Senior finds his place after overcoming struggles

Derek Sun
March 6, 2012

Boys baseball: Falcons confident despite tough loss

Derek Sun
March 5, 2012

Best friends college bound together

Derek Sun
March 3, 2012
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Senior’s Tumblr reply gives her 15 minutes of Internet fame

Derek Sun
January 12, 2012
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Old resolutions come back in new ways

Derek Sun
January 12, 2012

Christmas comes early for sophomore biker

Derek Sun
January 10, 2012

Girls’ Golf: Falcons fly high, with three players making it to CCS

Derek Sun
November 21, 2011

Facilities unfairly off limits to students

Derek Sun
November 21, 2011

Girls’ golf: Season ends in success

Derek Sun
November 15, 2011

Falcon focus: Born in the early 1960s, Sparky the golf cart is still chugging along

Brandon Judoprasetijo and Derek Sun
November 10, 2011

Freshman at Berkeley finds comfort zone

Derek Sun
November 7, 2011

SF Giants’ season ends in a mix of disappointment and high hopes

Derek Sun
October 16, 2011

Homecoming turns PG, for the better

Derek Sun
October 14, 2011

Thareja’s hard work pays off

Derek Sun
October 10, 2011

The crazy class of Cochrum: A look at the history behind her room

Derek Sun
October 6, 2011

Girls’ Golf Preview 2011

Derek Sun
September 13, 2011

38 seniors named as National Merit scholars

Jonathan Young and Derek Sun
September 12, 2011

New finals schedule provokes mixed responses

Anushree Dugar and Derek Sun
September 9, 2011
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