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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 Jeffrey Ma

Top 10 ways to become a National Merit Semifinalist

Jeffrey Ma and Brandon Wang
October 17, 2019

School’s webstore’s presence expanded

Jeffrey Ma and Sina Salehi
September 9, 2019

Top 10 social-emotionally appropriate activities for tutorial

Jeffrey Ma and Brandon Wang
September 9, 2019
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Nguyen to depart SHS after more than a decade

Jeffrey Ma, Elaine Toh, and Ananya Vadlakonda
May 29, 2019

Students participate in science fairs, receive recognition

Jeffrey Ma
April 29, 2019

Students hold commemorative March for Our Lives walkout

Jeffrey Ma and Callia Yuan
March 26, 2019

Students hold commemorative March for Our Lives walkout

Jeffrey Ma and Callia Yuan
March 26, 2019

Top 10 ways to get over a rejection of any kind

Victor Liu and Jeffrey Ma
March 26, 2019

Music department keeps in time with March Madness

Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma
March 26, 2019

SHS doesn’t need more humanities courses

Jeffrey Ma
March 14, 2019

Survey well intentioned but implemented poorly

Jeffrey Ma
March 14, 2019

Staff editorial: Speak Up Week is laudable, but won’t cause real changes without reform

Jeffrey Ma and Callia Yuan
January 31, 2019

Memo to moderators of new confessions page: Beef up your standards or risk doing real harm

Jeffrey Ma and Alex Wang
January 28, 2019

Neuroscience club fosters discussions in field topics

Jeffrey Ma and Christine Zhang
January 28, 2019

Journalism in the age of Trump: Free speech and the American responsibility

David Koh and Jeffrey Ma
January 15, 2019

Plastic, battery-powered ‘instrument’ proves difficult to master

Jeffrey Ma and Elaine Toh
November 27, 2018

Harvard lawsuit outcome affects student perspectives on admission standards

Selena Liu and Jeffrey Ma
November 27, 2018

Top ten ways to get into the holiday mood

Victor Liu and Jeffrey Ma
November 27, 2018

District justified in keeping schools in session

Jeffrey Ma and Callia Yuan
November 27, 2018

Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals

Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma
November 16, 2018

Kavanaugh’s confirmation shows the process is flawed

David Koh and Jeffrey Ma
October 16, 2018

Band places first in division at Cupertino competition

Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma
October 16, 2018

Statute of limitations should be repealed for sex crimes

Jeffrey Ma
October 15, 2018

Halloween: distraction from stress for some but nuisance to others

Jeffrey Ma and Elaine Toh
October 12, 2018
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Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show

Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma
September 26, 2018
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New superintendent adjusts to new school district

David Koh and Jeffrey Ma
September 10, 2018

E11 Honors summer reading worries misguided

Jeffrey Ma
September 10, 2018

AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students

Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma
September 10, 2018

Analysis: Community service overseas is valuable but is the cost too high?

Andrew Lee and Jeffrey Ma
September 10, 2018
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