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Evangelina Stepanchenko

Evangelina Stepanchenko, Photography Head

Evangelina Stepanchenko, Class of ’27, is a Photography Head for the 2024-2025 school year. She previously was a reporter and photographer for the Talisman 64. Evangelina has covered stories on topics such as the Wellness Center and local events. Outside of journalism, Evangelina enjoys theater and Model UN.
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From “Barbie” to “brat,” summer is a haven of pop culture moments.

The summer trends are about to heat up

As entertainment experts, we are anticipating which films, music and fashion will dictate the themes for this summer.
Navarro sings and plays the guitar in her music video.

Senior receives Bay Area Creative Foundation award for original song and music video

Set in the 1970s, Sofia Navarro’s film “You and I” portrays themes of love and passion.
Several students still have appreciation for physical forms of media.

Real-life products still hold value as the music industry shifts to digital content

Students today still appreciate music through vinyls, CDs and concerts.
The teachers’ preferences range from fantasy to magical realism.

Free-time reads — books your English teachers recommend

The literature-loving staff on campus reveal their TBRs (To Be Read), from childhood favorites to newly-published novels.
Berger posts her videos on her YouTube channel for her friends and family to watch.

Senior documents end-of-high school memories on her YouTube Channel

Katie Berger hopes to continue with her film studies in college.
My kindergarten self shows off her amazing leprechaun trap she spent hours creating.

The magic of the leprechaun was a highlight of my childhood

Similar to holidays such as Easter and Christmas, I would always come downstairs on St. Patrick’s Day morning to a surprise.
My studying setup consists of candles and “Bridgerton” music.

Top 10: ways to stay productive

As a chronic procrastinator, I have learned some tricks and tips that improve my studying habits.
Sophomore Lauren Song performs as Clara in Los Gatos Ballet’s production of “The Nutcracker.”

Dancers perform in ‘The Nutcracker’ with the Los Gatos Ballet

Sophomores Lauren Song, Lily Tran and senior Kaylee Yeung have made adjustments for their performances during finals week.
I feel jealous of Santa Claus because he gets to enjoy holiday treats from around the world on Christmas Eve.

I’m a lost Clause for holiday treats

Ever since I was 5 years old, I’ve loved eating cookies, peppermint bark and Mexican hot chocolate to celebrate the holiday season.
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

The club held a voter registration drive and mock election and are currently organizing future plans.
Teen Advisory Board holds their monthly meeting.

Saratoga Library’s Teen Advisory Board hosts activities to involve the community

More than a dozen students have helped with events ranging from a coffeehouse talent show to a 5K run.
In the novel, Roz decides to leave the island in order to protect the animals from the robots trying to find her.

‘The Wild Robot’ movie adaptation lives up to the novel

The new animated movie adaptation brings back childhood memories, while also containing deeper themes not as relevant to children.
Freshman Tessie Berger (left) plays the role of Raymond Berry, an attorney for the dial painters with junior Ben Davies (right) who plays the role of Edward Markley, a counsel for the U.S. Radium Corporation.

Drama prepares ‘Radium Girls’ for the fall play

This year, students share the tragic but true story of the female, New Jersey radium plant workers, who, in the 1920s, were exposed to dangerously high levels of radiation.
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

District’s Title IX coordinator says the anonymous hotline continues to expand its effectiveness.
History classes rely on using reliable sources when discussing political events.

When politics intrude into the classroom

Students and teachers both believe that personal biases should not affect political discussions in the classroom, yet they disagree on how visible the opinions truly are.
Olivia Rodrigo engages with the audience while singing “enough for you” during her concert.

Buying last-minute Olivia Rodrigo tickets is a good idea, right?

As artists gain popularity, the box office is a new alternative for fans looking to purchase tickets.
Sophomore Alma Garniek begins her shift at TEAZENTEA.

New bubble tea store opens in downtown Saratoga

Located in the same spot as the previous Starbucks, TEAZENTEA has become a popular relaxing and studying location for many students.
Six ants crawl on bathroom sink.

Clean up after yourself before the ants take over the school

If you don’t stop littering, the school will be taken over by bugs.
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