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Allied teams 95071X (right) and 1000A (left) celebrate after advancing to grand finals at the U.S. Open National Championship.
VEX Robotics team makes finalists in U.S. Open National Championship
April 10, 2025
Rally commissioners act out a skit inspired by “Beauty and the Beast.”
‘Beauty and the Beast’ rally builds hype before prom
April 10, 2025
Trustee Shawn Mortensen (far left) listens to a presentation at the district office during the school board’s March 11 meeting.
Meet Shawn Mortensen: LGSUHSD’s newest school board trustee
April 5, 2025
The Philharmonic Strings orchestra combined with the Freshman orchestra to play together in the non-competitive category of the conference.
SHS orchestras travel to Atlanta for National Orchestra Festival
April 4, 2025
During the summer of 2026, the music department will be traveling to perform in Japan.
Music department to tour Japan in summer of 2026
April 3, 2025
Cochrum helps a student during tutorial.
Cochrum reflects on educational journey with learning disability
April 5, 2025
An advertisement poster Leung made for the company.
Senior takes on remote social media job in New York
April 5, 2025
Courtesy of Montalvo Arts Center Often rented for weddings, the beautiful grounds of the Montalvo Arts Center is a popular place for hosting social events.
A nearby gem: the Montalvo Arts Center
April 3, 2025
Combining multiple skill-sets fosters collaboration and growth in ceramics class
April 2, 2025
Kinoshita films a fight scene for her college sophomore-year passion project, “The Veil” — her first time as Director of Photography
Stories that matter: Alumna pursues cinematography to inspire through storytelling
April 2, 2025
Ning launches a three against Sacred Heart as his teammates prepare to celebrate.
From 13th man to 3rd team all league — Steven Ning’s basketball journey
April 3, 2025
The beam training area at Gold Star Gymnastics.
Paying it forward for the next generation of gymnasts
March 31, 2025
Bossow wrestles against Bellarmine at Overfelt High on Dec. 6.
Wrestling team shows significant improvement this season
March 27, 2025
Coach Brian Liao talks game strategy with sophomores Andy Lu and Teegan Seid-Pham.
New head badminton coach brings valued guidance for players
March 27, 2025
President Riley Adler demonstrates yoga moves on the March 20 meeting, focused on the benefits of the practice.
Sports Medicine Club strives to teach athletes to be more aware of their body
March 26, 2025
Mangione’s alleged actions were wrong, but the diagnosis of America’s failing health-care system wasn’t
Mangione’s alleged actions were wrong, but the diagnosis of America’s failing health-care system wasn’t
March 31, 2025
Stay safe.
In a dark time, it’s time to know your rights
March 27, 2025
Starting next school year, more students are able to study at MIT without worrying about tuition.
Educational institutions are wise to offer free tuition to low-income families
March 26, 2025
Nationwide voter turnout since 2002, blue is presidential, yellow is midterm
Sagging voter participation puts democracy at risk
March 22, 2025
Cutting the tree of the Department of Education in half.
DOGE’s cuts for educational programs cause instability and loss of research confidence
March 19, 2025
Students gather to eat and talk on the upper deck.
Prom 2025: A grape evening at the Mountain Winery
April 6, 2025
Courtesy of Imgflip If you’re going to stop reading this story right here, this meme sums up my entire high school experience (I been chilling with boba but it’s close enough). Seriously, though, John Cena’s Chinese is elite.
My high school life in memes
April 5, 2025
Courtesy of Neha Sharan Students compete in a co-ed tournament held at the India Community Center in Milpitas.
A sophomore’s gambit: encouraging more girls to take up chess
April 4, 2025
Top 10 celebrity baby names over the years
April 3, 2025
Students take a test in Mrs. Marks’ Spanish 3 class.
Spanish teacher Stephanie Marks connects language learning to current events
April 2, 2025
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Career Day educates and informs students in a variety of fields

Emilie Zhou and Shreya Katkere

Career Day encourages exploration of different fields

Emilie Zhou

Amazon and Howard University team up to increase diversity in the media industry

Emilie Zhou
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CBI program pushes students to grow independence, learn life skills

Allison Hartley and Emilie Zhou

Netflix’s partnership with Indian filmmaker provides new opportunities

Emilie Zhou

Average class sizes increase from previous years

Emilie Zhou

China to surpass the U.S. as the world’s top film market

Emilie Zhou
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Science department uses funds to purchase and replace equipment

Michael Wong and Emilie Zhou

Disney’s acquisition of 21st Century Fox could drastically reshape the industry

Emilie Zhou

Green Team hopes to increase awareness with Earth Week

Emilie Zhou

Library checkouts for independent reading increases

Edwin Chen and Emilie Zhou

Dance team members grow as individuals and develop bonds with teammates

Anna Novoselov and Emilie Zhou

Pixar promotes diversity through animated shorts

Emilie Zhou

Relay for Life walkathon to raise money for the American Cancer Society

Anna Novoselov and Emilie Zhou

Student-directed production offers new experiences for both director and actors

Anna Novoselov and Emilie Zhou

Saratoga library offers more than just books

Anna Novoselov and Emilie Zhou

‘One World’ Saratoga Library photo exhibit displays joyous moments

Anna Novoselov and Emilie Zhou

Murals replace traditional finals for MAP seniors

Kaylene Morrison and Emilie Zhou
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Community, students protest district’s decision to continue school during bad-air days

Callia Yuan and Emilie Zhou

Students look forward to voting

Kevin Sze and Emilie Zhou

Remake of ‘A Star is Born’ exceeds expectations

Kaylene Morrison and Emilie Zhou

Juniors compare different Hot Cheeto knockoffs

Callia Yuan and Emilie Zhou
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Equity team organizes Breaking Down the Walls week

Nitya Marimuthu and Emilie Zhou

Local news needs to be more accessible

Emilie Zhou

Falcon Focus: Freshman excels at varsity swimming

Emilie Zhou and Sean Oh

Scantrons reused by teachers in an effort to lower expenses

Emilie Zhou and Shreya Katkere

Trends that need to end

Emilie Zhou

Students in speech and debate overcome public speaking fears

Patrick Li and Emilie Zhou

Boys’ dance team goes solo at rally

Francesca Chu and Emilie Zhou

Dance team proud of performance at USA nationals

Francesca Chu and Emilie Zhou

Junior reflects on father’s journey to success and its impacts

Emilie Zhou

Group seeks to improve equity at school

Chelsea Leung and Emilie Zhou

MAP seniors working hard on final projects

Andrew Lee and Emilie Zhou
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Music department teachers share their journey

Muthu Palaniappan and Emilie Zhou
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New all-male team extends boys’ dance culture

Francesca Chu and Emilie Zhou

Does Toga lack electives? Yes and no

Shreya Katkere and Emilie Zhou

Money still available in Measure E to fund future projects

Michael Zhang and Emilie Zhou

Cheer team hosts annual Pee Wee fundraiser

Francesca Chu and Emilie Zhou

Park to be built in front of pool

Allen Chen and Emilie Zhou
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Students and parents adjust to new morning traffic patterns

Emilie Zhou

Three-sport athletes find ways to handle busy schedules and time conflicts

Emilie Zhou

Con: Sorry, there’s nothing magical about eating breakfast

Emilie Zhou
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