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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 Francesca Chu

Second semester seniors embark on a series of new adventures

Francesca Chu and Amy Tang
February 6, 2019

The top 4 places to shop clothing online

Francesca Chu and Amy Tang
December 10, 2018

Top ten orange things this fall

Francesca Chu and Amy Tang
November 2, 2018

College counselors should not change voice of personal essays

Francesca Chu
November 2, 2018

Dance team grows accustomed to new weight training requirement

Eileen Bui and Francesca Chu
October 29, 2018

PSA to parent drivers: Just because you aren’t a student doesn’t mean you can ignore school traffic rules

Daniel Bessonov and Francesca Chu
September 23, 2018

100 Word Rants: June 1 Edition

Francesca Chu, Jackson Green, Jeffrey Xu, and Michael Zhang
June 7, 2018

Track finishes season with two finalists in CCS

Francesca Chu and Alexandra Li
May 30, 2018

The high price of prom is not translating into quality

Francesca Chu
May 30, 2018

Don’t let college paranoia decide your summer

Francesca Chu
May 24, 2018

Boys’ dance team goes solo at rally

Francesca Chu and Emilie Zhou
April 4, 2018

Dance team proud of performance at USA nationals

Francesca Chu and Emilie Zhou
April 3, 2018
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Track: Team struggles against injuries and hot weather

Francesca Chu and Alexandra Li
April 3, 2018

Starting lineups to change with loss of seniors

Francesca Chu and Alexandra Li
April 3, 2018

Track: Smaller, younger team holds potential

Francesca Chu and Alexandra Li
February 13, 2018

Stretching our backs and barriers

Francesca Chu and Alexandra Li
February 9, 2018

Students explore the rewards of gift-giving

Karen Chow and Francesca Chu
February 8, 2018

Students gain valuable experiences coaching

Francesca Chu and Alexandra Li
January 26, 2018

Sophomore explores poetry through his blog

Francesca Chu
December 9, 2017

New T4 store disappoints

Francesca Chu and Alexandra Li
December 7, 2017
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New all-male team extends boys’ dance culture

Francesca Chu and Emilie Zhou
October 30, 2017

2 seniors begin preparations for student productions

Francesca Chu and Jessica Wang
October 27, 2017

Cheer team hosts annual Pee Wee fundraiser

Francesca Chu and Emilie Zhou
October 27, 2017

Students disagree on the effectiveness of napping

Francesca Chu and Jessica Wang
October 25, 2017

Columnist re-DISCOvers the fun in dance

Francesca Chu
September 14, 2017

Homecoming spirit remains strong despite changes over the years

Francesca Chu and Muthu Palaniappan
September 14, 2017

‘Vampire Diaries’ bites the dust with disappointing finale

Francesca Chu
September 12, 2017

100-word rant: Dependence on technology

Francesca Chu
May 24, 2017

Tutoring provides new perspective for volunteers

Francesca Chu
April 26, 2017

Senior commits to NY performing arts school to pursue acting

Julia Miller and Francesca Chu
April 26, 2017

Students are forgetting the importance of art

Francesca Chu
April 25, 2017

YouTube faces criticism in light of recent LGBTQ restriction

Francesca Chu
April 23, 2017

Students take on roles as mentors outside school

Francesca Chu and Amy Tang
April 23, 2017

School finally adopts new GPA system for Class of 2020

Francesca Chu and Michelle Lee
March 11, 2017

Dance team competes at regionals

Francesca Chu and Amy Tang
February 28, 2017

Heavy rain, washed out roads and mudslides force school to scramble when teachers can’t make it to Saratoga

Francesca Chu and Ami Nachiappan
February 13, 2017

YouTubers call out platform for changing its video algorithms

Francesca Chu and Sanjana Melkote
January 25, 2017

Reporter takes ‘educational trip’ to Cuba

Francesca Chu
January 25, 2017

100 word rant: Haven’t you learned that protesting changes nothing?

Francesca Chu
January 23, 2017

100-word rant: Pressure for ‘good’ resumes

Francesca Chu
December 11, 2016

Nextdoor brings convenience to community

Francesca Chu and Kitty Huang
December 2, 2016

Dance team struggles with time crunch

Francesca Chu and Amy Tang
November 18, 2016

‘Supernatural’ storyline may be expired

Francesca Chu
November 18, 2016

Holiday baking: easy as pie?

Francesca Chu, Ashley Feng, and Amy Tang
November 18, 2016

Sophomores discuss their experiences with slang

Francesca Chu and Amy Tang
November 18, 2016

Snapchat geofilters place pride in schools and communities

Francesca Chu and Sanjana Melkote
October 19, 2016

Dance Team: Fundraiser for national competition a success

Francesca Chu and Amy Tang
October 7, 2016

Big ‘Bachelor’ fan hosts watch parties

Francesca Chu
September 9, 2016

Dance team looks forward to upcoming year despite challenges

Francesca Chu and Amy Tang
September 9, 2016

Cheer team prepares for a ‘year of rebuilding’

Francesca Chu and Amy Tang
September 8, 2016

Large freshman class presents challenges

Francesca Chu and Michael Zhang
September 8, 2016
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