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Mothers of middle and high school students from across the Bay Area listen to MomsConnect 2024 panelists on Sept. 22.
Safine among panelists for non-profit Chai with Moms inaugural event
October 10, 2024
Ward talks to a representative from Hult International Business School as part of a college fair on Sept. 23
The CCC’s services are here to help students through the application process
October 5, 2024
To conserve paper and reduce the risk of cheating, College Board has made the decision to transition toward an almost fully digital testing model for their Advanced Placement (AP) courses.
Changes to AP testing procedures set to take effect in 2025
October 5, 2024
“A Dark Future” currently holds three titles: Lift-off Global Network Sessions Official Selection, Official Winners of the One Earth Film Festival Young Filmmakers Contest and Regeneration International Youth Film Selection.
MAP grade 11 project “A Dark Future” wins International Environmental Film Award
September 29, 2024
During their first meeting on Sept. 12, Slime Club members mix a large bowl of glue with an activator to make slime.
New Slime Club is drawing over 60 members each meeting
September 26, 2024
A screenshot of SHS Fizz where students post content ranging from academics to shower thoughts
New SHS-focused Instagram confessions page stirs concerns
October 4, 2024
The crevice is widening between the ideologies of America’s two leading parties.
Deepening political divides are fragmenting America
September 26, 2024
History classes rely on using reliable sources when discussing political events.
When politics intrude into the classroom
September 26, 2024
Big data corporations like Disney are more involved in data stealing than you may think.
Behind a curtain of ‘transparency,’ many companies process user data undercover
September 25, 2024
A name like that might just give poor X a case of torrential bullying.
Elon Musk cursed his son by naming him X æ A-xii Musk
September 24, 2024
Young NFL stars James Cook and Marvin Harrison Jr. celebrated their breakout campaigns in blowout victories.
Fantasy Football Overview Weeks 1-4: Wild breakout performances and disappointing injuries
October 5, 2024
On Aug. 24, Zhang competes in the 50-meter freestyle in the preliminary round at Junior Pan-Pacific Championships.
Talented swimmer goes to Australia to compete at 2024 Junior Pan-Pacific Championships
September 30, 2024
Freshmen Delsin Dizoglio and Kaylee Ren play physical tic-tac-toe in period 6 P.E.
New mandatory P.E. rule for freshmen goes into effect
September 29, 2024
The Falcons huddle before their first scrimmage of the season against Evergreen on Sept. 5th.
Football team sees hard work pay off as a dominant 42-7 win against the Pioneers places them 2-0 in league
September 29, 2024
In last year’s matchup with Santa Clara, senior Sydney Riera controls the game from the middle of the field.
Field hockey team hopes to find improvement during rebuild
September 24, 2024
The balance of power at the school sites is heavily outweighed by the district.
Staff editorial: As the board levels up on district office personnel, LG and SHS staff suffer negative impacts
October 10, 2024
The Monopoly theme is a mere shadow of what it could have been.
This year’s Homecoming theme for the senior class is a major disappointment
October 10, 2024
Kamala Harris represents the U.S. in international politics.
Kamala Harris brings long-awaited and indispensable gender and ethnic representation to U.S. politics
September 30, 2024
No phone use on campus will prove to be a health and safety hazard.
Cell phones have a healthy and necessary role in schools
September 26, 2024
In the dark reality of social media, family channels have let money and fame blind them.
YouTube Family channels too often lead to child exploitation
September 24, 2024
Real-life image of my friend with AirPods while studying.
Top-10 classical music pieces to take a listen to
October 5, 2024
The library is the perfect place to work
100-word rave: A love letter to tutorials
September 26, 2024
An example of a WeTip poster depicting the impact of negative comments hangs in Meghan Laws’ English classroom.
WeTip posters aim to provide a way to report harassment, bullying and other issues
September 26, 2024
Stationery products from Muji
Top 10 best stationery brands
September 24, 2024
A paper knife is like trying to become an academic weapon — it’s not as magnificent or sustainable as it appears.
New year, new habits: I tried to become an academic weapon
September 24, 2024

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Mayor hopes to increase collaboration with students

Kaylene Morrison and Elicia Ye
March 20, 2018

Junior creates YouTube channel as part of artistic journey

Sherrie Shen and Elicia Ye
March 7, 2018

‘I Love Hue’: A perfectionist’s confession of an undying love for ombré

Elicia Ye
January 26, 2018

Even Hogwarts rejected us

Austin Wang and Elicia Ye
January 25, 2018

NBC Bay Area anchor Scott McGrew encourages cultivation of curiosity

Elicia Ye
January 25, 2018

Rom-coms can reflect the truth about love

Amith Galivanche and Elicia Ye
January 21, 2018

For Chen, DACA repeal hits close to home

Sherrie Shen and Elicia Ye
November 27, 2017

Casual racist remarks, actions are not OK

Elicia Ye
November 27, 2017

Memes based on movies going viral

Lina Kim and Elicia Ye
November 16, 2017

Celebrities to build their own makeup empires

Elicia Ye and Jayne Zhou
October 13, 2017
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Read this: the humble essay that got me into my dream school

Elicia Ye
October 13, 2017
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Athletics department fighting debt after lack of donations

Sherrie Shen and Elicia Ye
October 12, 2017

Alumni’s lives as minorities

Elicia Ye
October 11, 2017

Brandy puts the “Mal” in Melville

Elicia Ye
September 16, 2017

Year No. 2 brings changes to Leadership class

Elicia Ye and Callia Yuan
September 5, 2017
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Team welcomes female football player to JV squad

Alex Wang and Elicia Ye
September 5, 2017

Freshman advice from your Life editors: We only take L’s in life (with) style

Elicia Ye and Vivien Zhang
August 29, 2017

Girls’ lacrosse sees progress in season-ending loss to LG

Lina Kim and Elicia Ye
May 30, 2017

From then to now: Class of 2017 to ‘glow up’ for Senior Prom

Stephen Ding and Elicia Ye
May 25, 2017

Rally welcomes underclassmen as additions to the commission

Elicia Ye
May 25, 2017

Election speeches needed to showcase leadership abilities

Elicia Ye and Katherine Zhou
May 24, 2017
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Saratoga’s adaptation of ‘Legally Blonde’ draws praise

Elicia Ye and Katherine Zhou
May 3, 2017

Girls’ lacrosse struggles with low numbers

Lina Kim and Elicia Ye
March 30, 2017

Rebranded Spring Fling dance kicks off spirit week

Elicia Ye
March 30, 2017
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Leadership class pulls off first-ever Lip Dub

Elicia Ye
March 30, 2017

From the ‘50s to now: the evolution of Saratoga’s downtown

Aaron Choi and Elicia Ye
March 24, 2017

ICAC members lead dances in Bombay in the Bay

Patrick Li and Elicia Ye
February 28, 2017

Girls’ lacrosse faces challenge of small team

Lina Kim and Elicia Ye
February 9, 2017

The hidden work behind Bombay in the Bay

Chelsea Leung and Elicia Ye
February 9, 2017

Junior recounts fear of curly hair from nightmare

Elicia Ye
February 1, 2017

Teachers to incorporate TV shows in enhancing curriculum

Alexandra Li and Elicia Ye
February 1, 2017

Overcoming loss of key players, girls’ soccer kicks off preseason without losses

Karissa Dong and Elicia Ye
December 15, 2016

‘Winter Warmth’ brings record attendance

Daniel Bessonov and Elicia Ye
December 15, 2016
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Students adapting to the new SAT

Ryan Kim and Elicia Ye
December 15, 2016
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Self-taught sophomore singer places third at Saratoga Idol

Eleanor Goh and Elicia Ye
December 8, 2016

The last one standing: Senior reflects on years of debating

Austin Wang and Elicia Ye
December 7, 2016

French teacher’s experience studying abroad brings appreciation to language

Roland Shen and Elicia Ye
December 1, 2016

Leadership class leads Red Ribbon Movement through spirit week

Navin Tiwary and Elicia Ye
October 26, 2016

Winter Formal to be held off-campus for second year in a row

Jingyi Wang and Elicia Ye
October 20, 2016

MAP students participate in NYC film festival

Daniel Bessonov and Elicia Ye
October 18, 2016

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Elicia Ye and Phoebe Wang
September 29, 2016

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Jingyi Wang and Elicia Ye
September 9, 2016
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