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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 Elaine Toh

‘Parasite’ win is a step forward for Asian diversity

Elaine Toh
March 21, 2020

Movies through the decade

Elaine Toh
January 26, 2020

Class of 2020 has record 51 National Merit Semifinalists

Elaine Toh and Oliver Ye
September 11, 2019
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Nguyen to depart SHS after more than a decade

Jeffrey Ma, Elaine Toh, and Ananya Vadlakonda
May 29, 2019

Juniors honored for achievements at annual ceremony

Elaine Toh
May 23, 2019
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AV Technician decides to retire after 26 years at school

Elaine Toh
May 2, 2019
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As new student center approaches completion, school looks to other projects

Elaine Toh and Ananya Vadlakonda
January 30, 2019

College bound: Seniors react to early admission decisions

Elaine Toh and Jeffrey Xu
January 28, 2019

Plastic, battery-powered ‘instrument’ proves difficult to master

Jeffrey Ma and Elaine Toh
November 27, 2018
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Thermond Drama Center, named after impactful parent, continues to nourish student growth

Marisa Kingsley and Elaine Toh
November 26, 2018

Students participate in art summer programs

Elaine Toh and Jeffrey Xu
October 15, 2018

Classes to be disrupted by next week’s Breaking down the Walls program, but organizers expect big benefits for students

Elaine Toh and Muthu Palaniappan
October 15, 2018

Halloween: distraction from stress for some but nuisance to others

Jeffrey Ma and Elaine Toh
October 12, 2018

Junior reflects on lack of attempt to get license

Elaine Toh
September 10, 2018

Biology teacher returns to teach at her alma mater after 16 years

Elaine Toh and Jeffrey Xu
September 10, 2018

‘Narnia’: not a terrible Homecoming theme

Elaine Toh
September 4, 2018

Being Kyle Wang: an impossible task

Elaine Toh
May 9, 2018

As teen JUULing culture proliferates, administrators take steps to curb addictive habit

Elaine Toh and Ananya Vadlakonda
May 9, 2018
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Parkland shooting raises questions about school security, incites student action

Elaine Fan and Elaine Toh
March 20, 2018

Student starts fundraising effort to help math teacher’s wife

Elaine Toh and Ananya Vadlakonda
March 20, 2018

Benefit honors former activities director

Ashley Feng and Elaine Toh
March 20, 2018

School plans to use remaining Measure E funds for additional renovations, but a new gym won’t be among them

Elaine Toh and Ananya Vadlakonda
March 15, 2018

#Enough walkout encourages student activism

Elaine Fan and Elaine Toh
March 15, 2018

Korean Suneung test determines students’ future

Elaine Toh
March 14, 2018

Work on new Student Center in 800 wing begins

Elaine Toh and Ananya Vadlakonda
January 29, 2018

New administrative assistant joins guidance team

Elaine Toh and Rahul Vadlakonda
January 29, 2018

Recent scandals beg the question: Can we separate the art from the artist?

Victor Liu, Elaine Toh, and Kyle Wang
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

Senior embraces her culture through fashion

Elaine Toh and Sophia Zivanic
January 25, 2018

Freshmen year serves as an awkward transition

Elaine Toh
January 23, 2018
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Madronia Cemetery preserves Saratoga’s stories

Krithi Sankar and Elaine Toh
December 6, 2017
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Physics teacher earns legendary status

Elaine Toh and Ananya Vadlakonda
November 28, 2017

Crime rates fall after residents, deputies make changes

Elaine Toh and Callia Yuan
November 28, 2017

The line between cheating and casual tips

Anishi Patel and Elaine Toh
November 13, 2017

Era of technology highlights library significance

Elaine Toh
October 19, 2017

Chen and Morelle join the Sharks

Jay Kim and Elaine Toh
October 19, 2017

PSA’s

Connie Liang, Sandhya Sundaram, Howard Tang, Elaine Toh, Rahul Vadlakonda, and
October 17, 2017
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Disney’s new ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ ride creates entertaining experience

Elaine Toh
September 27, 2017
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Rally commission introduces trophy, point system

Elaine Toh and Ananya Vadlakonda
September 5, 2017

Popularity leads to expansion of tutoring center with new resources

Ananya Vadlakonda and Elaine Toh
September 1, 2017

New World History teacher demonstrates skill of veteran teacher

Elaine Toh and Katherine Zhou
August 31, 2017
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