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During their first meeting on Sept. 12, Slime Club members mix a large bowl of glue with an activator to make slime.
New Slime Club is drawing over 60 members each meeting
September 26, 2024
At the first Speech and Debate club practice of the year, speech coach Jenny Cook delivers announcements.
Speech and debate members excel at June’s Nationals, adding momentum to fall competitions
September 24, 2024
Junior Nicole Hao works on her team’s robot on her lift mechanism.
All 5 VEX Robotics teams gear up for first competition on Oct. 13
September 22, 2024
Freshmen Arjun Vijaykumar, Samir Sharma and Adrian Etter play Ping Pong during lunch.
Falcon Nest upgrades continue into the new school year
September 21, 2024
Panian enjoys a weekly outing with his learners.
Blake Panian strives to teach students independence as the new school resource aide
September 20, 2024
The crevice is widening between the ideologies of America’s two leading parties.
Deepening political divides are fragmenting America
September 26, 2024
History classes rely on using reliable sources when discussing political events.
When politics intrude into the classroom
September 26, 2024
Big data corporations like Disney are more involved in data stealing than you may think.
Behind a curtain of ‘transparency,’ many companies process user data undercover
September 25, 2024
A name like that might just give poor X a case of torrential bullying.
Elon Musk cursed his son by naming him X æ A-xii Musk
September 24, 2024
The inside of the Palace is equipped with a kitchen, plenty of desks, a paper cutting machine and a massive bookshelf — much cozier than it appears from the outside.
From drab office to palatial Palace: the story behind the English department’s office space
September 23, 2024
In last year’s matchup with Santa Clara, senior Sydney Riera controls the game from the middle of the field.
Field hockey team hopes to find improvement during rebuild
September 24, 2024
Senior Kaylee Yeung performs in a 2023 Nutcracker production with her dance studio.
A leap of faith: Senior hopes to pursue ballet beyond high school
September 21, 2024
Sadie climbing at a Qualification Event (QE) competition, at Metal Mark in Fresno
Freshman climber works to elevate her skills
September 20, 2024
In May of 2022, baseball player Samanyu Ram stands on Saratoga’s home field after a CCS win against St. Thomas More.
Senior commits to NYU’s Division III baseball program
September 19, 2024
The dance team sells homemade baked goods at their bake sale at the Sept. 5 home football game against El Camino to fundraise for competition and costume costs.
Dance team welcomes new assistant coach who focuses on their technique and fitness
September 19, 2024
No phone use on campus will prove to be a health and safety hazard.
Cell phones have a healthy and necessary role in schools
September 26, 2024
In the dark reality of social media, family channels have let money and fame blind them.
YouTube Family channels too often lead to child exploitation
September 24, 2024
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump engaged in a heated debate last week.
Presidential candidates duke it out on the debate stage — who won?
September 23, 2024
K-pop has shifted from a genre of music to a lifestyle and cultural phenomenon.
K-pop draws millions of fans even though many of its teenage idols suffer behind the scenes
September 20, 2024
Junior Nirvan Shah faces off against junior Brady Liang at lunch on Sept. 16.
Student irresponsibility undermines the Falcon Nest’s true potential
September 18, 2024
The library is the perfect place to work
100-word rave: A love letter to tutorials
September 26, 2024
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
September 26, 2024
Stationery products from Muji
Top 10 best stationery brands
September 24, 2024
A paper knife is like trying to become an academic weapon — it’s not as magnificent or sustainable as it appears.
New year, new habits: I tried to become an academic weapon
September 24, 2024
Making friendship bracelets was the highlight of our night.
Is it possible to have the perfect sleepover with your best friend?
September 23, 2024

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Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
March 10, 2021
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‘The Sympathizer’ brings cultures together beautifully

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February 13, 2021
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Thanks for ruining the Wonder Woman franchise

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February 2, 2021
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The NFL playoffs are back and they are more competitive than ever

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January 24, 2021

After years of buying retail, I decided to give thrifting for clothes a try

Isaac Le
December 11, 2020
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I can’t get off TikTok. It’s becoming a big problem.

Isaac Le
December 4, 2020
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If it can get back in the water, water polo hopes to make a splash

Isaac Le and Jonathan Li
December 4, 2020
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TikTok-beloved dog proves that he might be more alpha than me

Isaac Le
November 5, 2020
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After four years, duo reunite to make a stellar ‘Savage Mode 2

Isaac Le
November 5, 2020
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SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
November 3, 2020

The impulsive effects of shelter-in-place: perming my hair

Isaac Le
September 22, 2020
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Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
September 10, 2020
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Former percussion director adjusts to new position as the online semester begins

Isaac Le and Jun Lee
September 5, 2020
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‘All American’ proves to be about more than just football

Isaac Le and Jun Lee
May 1, 2020
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How I turned the shelter-in-place order into a mini Rodeo Drive

Isaac Le
April 30, 2020
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Extra precautions must be taken to prevent the spreading of coronavirus: Please stay inside.

Isaac Le
April 1, 2020

Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
January 27, 2020

WASC accreditation process allows school to assess progress and set goals

Isaac Le and Anna Novoselov
November 25, 2019

AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
November 20, 2019

Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
October 15, 2019
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Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
October 14, 2019

New TV show ‘Euphoria’ emphasizes the importance of mental health

Isaac Le
September 9, 2019

Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
September 7, 2019

Top Ten Ways to Spend your Summer

Jackson Green and Isaac Le
May 23, 2019
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Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
April 27, 2019

Do Vince Offer’s products live up to their intriguing infomercials?

Isaac Le
April 22, 2019

First-world problem: no headphone jack on my iPhone

Isaac Le
March 28, 2019

MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
March 14, 2019

School tests emergency alert system

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
March 12, 2019
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Wrestling team hopes to end the year strong, after a tough stretch of meets

Isaac Le and Alex Wang
January 30, 2019

Language department honors hardworking students

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
January 29, 2019

Wrestling: Team adds more members, seeks success

Isaac Le and Alex Wang
November 26, 2018

Senior wins prestigious water polo award

Andrew Li and Isaac Le
November 14, 2018

Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
November 14, 2018

New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming.

Andrew Li and Isaac Le
November 5, 2018

Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
September 10, 2018
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