
Evangelina Stepanchenko, Photography Head

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.

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.

Real-life products still hold value as the music industry shifts to digital content
Students today still appreciate music through vinyls, CDs and concerts.

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.

Senior documents end-of-high school memories on her YouTube Channel
Katie Berger hopes to continue with her film studies in college.

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.

Top 10: ways to stay productive
As a chronic procrastinator, I have learned some tricks and tips that improve my studying habits.

‘Wicked’ is deserving of all its praise
Holding space for this review.

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’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.

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.

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.

‘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.

Sophomore equestrian vaults to destress, despite dangerous nature of sport
Alice Vaughan advances to the canter level in her unique sport.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.