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The chosen layout (out of two) plans for the installation of panels in the front parking lots.
Board of trustees approves solar energy system contract
November 22, 2024
Band volunteer parents Beryl Liu and Dongni Chen set up the band room for cookie dough distribution on Nov. 15.
Annual Music Booster cookie dough fundraiser clears hurdles and sets sales records
November 22, 2024
Senior Aria Zhang and sophomore Sophie Poon (bottom right) perform in their SSAA ensemble among other talented students from other schools
Nine students qualify for the Coastal Regional Honor Choir
November 21, 2024
One of the school’s top-of-the-line AEDs
School ramps up AED count on campus
November 20, 2024
Students listen to Natasha Schatzman’s presentation in the student center on Nov. 15.
NASA aerospace engineer shares research in aeromechanics and aeroacoustics
November 20, 2024
Actress Naomi Scott playing Skye Riley brings to life a terrifying transformation through subtle changes.
‘Smile 2’ mixes traditional jump scare and psychological horror
November 20, 2024
BASIC officers at a boba fundraiser on Oct. 2.
BASIC club emphasizes youth action on humanitarian aid
November 18, 2024
The U.S., China and Taiwan, among other nations, are engaged in one of the fastest-growing tech races in history to develop and produce the best semiconductors and AI.
The U.S. is playing catchup in the semiconductor race. Is it too late to win?
November 12, 2024
Highlights of freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors dances during Homecoming week from Oct. 14-19.
Behind the scenes: Meet the choreographers who brought the Homecoming dance to life
November 2, 2024
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
October 30, 2024
With a love for the warm weather in San Diego, Coghlan commits to UCSD and plans to major in molecular and cell biology.
Coghlan commits to Division I rowing at UC San Diego
November 21, 2024
Senior Saira Ramakrishnan pitches for the Saratoga Falcons.
Senior softball player commits to University of Rochester
November 20, 2024
The team gathered around a fire during their retreat to enjoy s’mores and build team chemistry.
Girls’ basketball team aims to build winning culture in pre-season after eye-opening retreat
November 20, 2024
Recap of fall sports.
Fall Sports Recap: Toga teams fight hard to the end
November 16, 2024
The girls’ tennis team poses for a group photo.
Girls’ tennis finishes the regular season with a solid victory
November 16, 2024
The student vote is one of their most powerful weapons.
Students should be allowed a vote in the school board
November 22, 2024
Shakespeare’s place in English Curriculums is indisputable
Shakespeare, though challenging, remains an essential component of English curriculum
November 22, 2024
Cigarette packaging should depict frightening images on the front and sides, clearly communicating the consequences of smoking.
Cigarette packaging needs to be more graphic in its dire warnings
November 15, 2024
Journalism labor unions have firmly opposed the bill, calling it a “shakedown.”
‘Undemocratic’ deal reached between Google and California news outlets
November 7, 2024
Test dates make or break our vacation
The bliss and benefits of having tests before breaks
October 31, 2024
Personally, I really need some noodle slippers.
My 8-year-old self would be sad to see ‘5-Minute Crafts’ go — but I’m not
November 20, 2024
A hearty stew such as a beef bourguignon is perfect for a cold winter day.
Winter break bucket list: cooking galore
November 18, 2024
Don’t hate until you try it.
Top 10: weirdly good food combos that might get you flamed
November 16, 2024
A girl cries as she realizes her wallet is empty.
Resisting the urge to splurge: regulating money spent on lunchtime outings
November 11, 2024
The seating chart is often like a game of Russian Roulette, you either sit next to your best friend or next to your ex.
Top 10: Reasons to request a seat change
November 5, 2024

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All content by Harshini Velchamy
Class of 2022 valedictorian and salutatorian announced

Class of 2022 valedictorian and salutatorian announced

Avani Kongetira and Harshini Velchamy
April 9, 2022

Class of 2022 valedictorian and salutatorian announced

Avani Kongetira and Harshini Velchamy
April 2, 2022

With declining numbers, track hopes to excel by training new recruits

Esther Luan and Harshini Velchamy
March 20, 2022
Benefit fashion show postponed until April 23

Benefit fashion show postponed until April 23

Harshini Velchamy
March 15, 2022
Staff editorial: It’s time to prevent mass extinction; let’s fix the post-pandemic club crisis

Staff editorial: It’s time to prevent mass extinction; let’s fix the post-pandemic club crisis

Shreya Rallabandi and Harshini Velchamy
November 29, 2021

School holds hybrid versions of the 2021 AP Exam

Harshini Velchamy
November 29, 2021
‘Sexy Beasts’: appealing but disappointing

‘Sexy Beasts’: appealing but disappointing

Meher Bhatnagar and Harshini Velchamy
November 29, 2021
Hot take: Let’s take the hype away from the football team

Hot take: Let’s take the hype away from the football team

Harshini Velchamy
October 14, 2021
Foot injury pushes freshman to try golf and now she’s the school’s No. 1 player

Foot injury pushes freshman to try golf and now she’s the school’s No. 1 player

Harshini Velchamy and Joann Zhang
October 7, 2021
Derek Hsu was thrown into the air by his fellow dance members during senior stunt dance practice. 

Homecoming participation rises after school starts back up

Lena Aribi and Harshini Velchamy
September 10, 2021

Senior’s guide to high school: naptime edition

Harshini Velchamy
September 9, 2021
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Performance activism can be a cop out without meaningful change

Harshini Velchamy and Tiffany Wang
June 5, 2021
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NBC Bay Area report highlights district’s handling of sexual assault and harassment cases

Harshini Velchamy and Anouk Yeh
May 12, 2021
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Talking about sexual assault and harrassment should never be referred to as a mere trend

Harshini Velchamy
May 11, 2021
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A conversation on pineapples on pizza

Nidhi Mathihalli and Harshini Velchamy
May 11, 2021
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Top 10 comments voiced at the April 20 LGSUHSD board meeting on the Phase 4A reopening debate

Shreya Rallabandi and Harshini Velchamy
May 1, 2021
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School board’s decision to end asynchronous Wednesdays angers students and teachers

Shreya Rallabandi and Harshini Velchamy
April 25, 2021
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After losing most of their starters to graduation, the girls’ golf team aims to rebuild

Harshini Velchamy
March 12, 2021
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SHS should hold an SAT testing date for juniors

Harshini Velchamy
March 11, 2021
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‘Falling Leaves:’ an emotional reflection on overcoming childhood trauma

Harshini Velchamy
February 23, 2021
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Dear College Board, I (sort of) hate you

Harshini Velchamy
February 6, 2021
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Masks are not necklaces; wear them properly

Harshini Velchamy
December 1, 2020

Christmas music never goes out of season

Harshini Velchamy
November 11, 2020

Social contact is overrated

Harshini Velchamy
September 21, 2020

District’s decision to host the standardized tests causes controversy

Andy Chen, Shreya Rallabandi, and Harshini Velchamy
September 18, 2020

Young people: Stay inside!

Harshini Velchamy
April 19, 2020
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Staff, students adjust plans in light of school closure

Harshini Velchamy and Tiffany Wang
April 16, 2020

Girls’ basketball makes it to quarterfinals of CCS

Anna Novoselov and Harshini Velchamy
March 31, 2020
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Trump places new restrictions in attempts to limit spread of virus

Harshini Velchamy
March 18, 2020

School adjusts to post-coronavirus reality 

Esther Luan, Harshini Velchamy, and Tiffany Wang
March 13, 2020

Boys’ golf team dominates competition, looks to make history yet again

Andy Chen and Harshini Velchamy
March 12, 2020

New rules say upperclassmen presidents must have had one year of Leadership

Andy Chen and Harshini Velchamy
March 9, 2020
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Celebrity documentaries reveal hidden struggles

Harshini Velchamy and Tiffany Wang
March 5, 2020

Shamed but defiant, Olivia Jade returns to YouTube

Harshini Velchamy
February 12, 2020

Girls’ basketball team prepares for CCS

Anna Novoselov and Harshini Velchamy
January 30, 2020

Coronavirus outbreak strikes fear globally, locally

Harshini Velchamy and Anouk Yeh
January 30, 2020
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Junior fencer to compete in Junior Olympics

Harshini Velchamy and Marisa Kingsley
January 29, 2020

Government and individual efforts needed to ensure data privacy

Harshini Velchamy and Alan Zu
January 26, 2020

New Wellness Center aims to help students destress

Harshini Velchamy and Sina Salehi
November 25, 2019

Speech and debate travels across the U.S. collecting bids

Anouk Yeh and Harshini Velchamy
November 22, 2019

ASB combines with Relay for Life and Turkey Trot for pre-holiday event

Harshini Velchamy and Allen Luo
November 20, 2019

Lilly Singh’s new talk show exhibits diversity in the industry

Harshini Velchamy
November 20, 2019

New Club Penguin game falls short of original

Harshini Velchamy
November 20, 2019

Girls’ basketball optimistic due to skill of returning players

Anna Novoselov and Harshini Velchamy
November 18, 2019

Clueless cooking: how to bake a pumpkin pie

Harshini Velchamy and Tiffany Wang
November 15, 2019
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Girls’ volleyball sustains numerous injuries, including to key libero Hansen

Harshini Velchamy
October 16, 2019
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Speech and debate team off to a successful start

Anouk Yeh and Harshini Velchamy
October 15, 2019

Junior’s uncle reflects on his relationship with fame

Anna Novoselov and Harshini Velchamy
October 14, 2019

2 staff members depart school

Harshini Velchamy and Tiffany Wang
September 24, 2019

Viewers saddened by Disney Channel star’s early death

Kaasha Minocha and Harshini Velchamy
September 16, 2019

Girls’ volleyball hopes to uphold success from last year

Harshini Velchamy
September 11, 2019

Social media: Is it enough to post about causes?

Harshini Velchamy and Tiffany Wang
September 11, 2019

After yet more coaching changes, speech and debate team strives to maintain national standing

Anouk Yeh and Harshini Velchamy
September 11, 2019

Link proves successful despite major changes

Shama Gupta and Harshini Velchamy
September 9, 2019

SHS and RMS chess clubs are combining

Shreya Katkere and Harshini Velchamy
September 9, 2019
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