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School ramps up AED count on campus
November 20, 2024
Students listen to Natasha Schatzman’s presentation in the student center on Nov. 15.
NASA aerospace engineer shares research in aeromechanics and aeroacoustics
November 20, 2024
Acting superintendent Heath Rocha speaks during the Nov. 12 board meeting.
New concerns arise over former superintendent Sanderson’s 2022 hiring
November 20, 2024
The flyer for this year’s Winter Formal hangs up around school and is posted on social media.
Tickets for Winter Formal sell out before purchase window closes
November 20, 2024
Saratoga Team 1, senior Alan Lu, junior Lawson Wang, sophomores Andy Lu and Seabert Mao, senior Skyler Mao and sophomore Vivian Zhong (left to right), hold their 3rd place trophy.
Math club places third at Berkeley tournament
November 17, 2024
Actress Naomi Scott playing Skye Riley brings to life a terrifying transformation through subtle changes.
‘Smile 2’ mixes traditional jump scare and psychological horror
November 20, 2024
BASIC officers at a boba fundraiser on Oct. 2.
BASIC club emphasizes youth action on humanitarian aid
November 18, 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
Senior Saira Ramakrishnan pitches for the Saratoga Falcons.
Senior softball player commits to University of Rochester
November 20, 2024
The team gathered around a fire during their retreat to enjoy s’mores and build team chemistry.
Girls’ basketball team aims to build winning culture in pre-season after eye-opening retreat
November 20, 2024
Recap of fall sports.
Fall Sports Recap: Toga teams fight hard to the end
November 16, 2024
The girls’ tennis team poses for a group photo.
Girls’ tennis finishes the regular season with a solid victory
November 16, 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
Cigarette packaging should depict frightening images on the front and sides, clearly communicating the consequences of smoking.
Cigarette packaging needs to be more graphic in its dire warnings
November 15, 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
Personally, I really need some noodle slippers.
My 8-year-old self would be sad to see ‘5-Minute Crafts’ go — but I’m not
November 20, 2024
A hearty stew such as a beef bourguignon is perfect for a cold winter day.
Winter break bucket list: cooking galore
November 18, 2024
Don’t hate until you try it.
Top 10: weirdly good food combos that might get you flamed
November 16, 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

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All content by Dylan Jew

Engineering course fills gap

Dylan Jew
March 12, 2013

Clubs use new ‘Club Sweep’ to advertise

Dylan Jew and Megana Iyer
February 26, 2013

Application developer’s club works on next big project

Dylan Jew and Jennifer Jin
January 24, 2013

Iran’s Konkoor: the SAT on steroids

Dylan Jew
November 21, 2012
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iPad Mini makes a small splash

Matt Foley and Dylan Jew
November 21, 2012
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Common App streamlined, limiting creativity

Sierra Smith and Dylan Jew
November 18, 2012
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King James deserves his throne

Dylan Jew
October 10, 2012

‘Skins’ for dummies

Dylan Jew and Akshara Sekar
October 10, 2012

Just another iPhone

Matt Foley and Dylan Jew
October 10, 2012
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MLB must clean up tainted game

Dylan Jew and Derek Sun
September 4, 2012

Coaching and teaching share both similarities and differences

Dylan Jew
August 31, 2012

Sports produces fashion trend

Dylan Jew and Paul Jung
April 11, 2012

I am the real Cat Daddy

Dylan Jew
March 16, 2012

Falcons lose heart-breaker to Santa Cruz after beating Prospect in CCS

Dylan Jew and Jonathan Young
March 14, 2012
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Boys’ basketball ups record to 6-1

Dylan Jew and Jonathan Young
February 2, 2012

Senior rows her way to Tulsa

Roy Bisht and Dylan Jew
January 18, 2012

Service clubs spread holiday cheer

Dylan Jew and Nikil Ramanathan
January 18, 2012

Freshmen duo looks to continue their friendship in high school

Dylan Jew
January 17, 2012

Boys’ Basketball: Falcons struggle at the Los Gatos Wildcat Shootout

Dylan Jew and Jonathan Young
December 14, 2011
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School repeals controversial pass-fail grading policy affecting sports, cheer and band

Dylan Jew and Brandon Judoprasetijo
November 29, 2011
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Halloween rally successful despite obstacles

Dylan Jew and Jay Mulye
November 13, 2011

Halloween rally successful despite obstacles

Dylan Jew and Jay Mulye
November 13, 2011

Boys’ basketball: Small team looks to outrun competition

Dylan Jew and Jonathan Young
November 12, 2011

School considers repairing 52-year-old gym windows

Edward Dong and Dylan Jew
November 12, 2011
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ASB inspecting and cutting clubs

Dylan Jew
October 17, 2011
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Athlete of the Issue: Dozier finds inspiration from family name

Roy Bisht and Dylan Jew
October 14, 2011

From the archives: “Champ Gu” conquers at the IOI

Dylan Jew and Brandon Judoprasetijo
October 6, 2011

Memories of 9/11: staff members share tragic accounts

Dylan Jew and Minu Palaniappan
September 5, 2011

Sports and sevenths: Loss of playing time for students with full schedules an unfair reality

Roy Bisht and Dylan Jew
May 31, 2011

Best technology of 2010-2011

Dylan Jew
May 19, 2011

Baseball: Despite mediocre season outcome, team has high hopes for next year

Dylan Jew and Paul Jung
May 18, 2011

Baseball: Team comes back strong from early defeats

Dylan Jew and Paul Jung
April 26, 2011

Baseball: Team comes back strong from early defeats

Dylan Jew and Paul Jung
April 26, 2011

The Bachelor of Saratoga: Four girls compete in speed dating competition

Dylan Jew and Paul Jung
March 31, 2011

Baseball: Return of aces looks to turn team around

Dylan Jew and Paul Jung
March 31, 2011

Cutting off transfers slightly aids overpopulated Los Gatos High

Roy Bisht and Dylan Jew
March 31, 2011

Baseball hopes to rise from last year’s defeats

Dylan Jew and Paul Jung
February 28, 2011
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Family dynasty continues in SHS athletics

Roy Bisht and Dylan Jew
February 5, 2011

Apocalypse not coming: Dead birds exemplify human ignorance

Dylan Jew and Roy Bisht
January 28, 2011

Senior Alex Chan manages SHS TV as the executive producer

Dylan Jew
January 23, 2011

It’s 2010 and there are still no flying cars: The effects of advances in technology

Justine Huang and Dylan Jew
December 10, 2010

A spirited school is a better school

Dylan Jew
November 28, 2010

Athlete of the Issue: Troy Doles

Roy Bisht and Dylan Jew
November 23, 2010
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Senior class pumps up school spirit

Roy Bisht and Dylan Jew
November 18, 2010

Henry Shen: Tennis Mentality

Dylan Jew
October 14, 2010

David Wang: Math Master

Dylan Jew
October 14, 2010

Security cameras on campus do more good than harm

Dylan Jew
October 14, 2010
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Senior quad day ends Homecoming in style

Dylan Jew
October 14, 2010
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Freshmen pull together first quad day

Dylan Jew
October 7, 2010

Changing summers, more changes to come?

Dylan Jew
September 22, 2010

College students reflect back on SAT

Shivani Chadha and Dylan Jew
September 15, 2010

Changing summers, more changes to come?

Dylan Jew
September 14, 2010
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