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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
Acting superintendent Heath Rocha speaks during the Nov. 12 board meeting.
New concerns arise over former superintendent Sanderson’s 2022 hiring
November 20, 2024
The flyer for this year’s Winter Formal hangs up around school and is posted on social media.
Tickets for Winter Formal sell out before purchase window closes
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
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
Here’s why you should vote against Prop 34.
Prop 34’s devious methods target non-profits
October 30, 2024
Please let me understand my mistakes.
100-word rant: Let me use the answer key to check my work
October 28, 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 Jihau Yu

AMD finds passion in cards

Aditya Chaudhry and Jihau Yu
May 30, 2016

Boys’ tennis falls short at CCS semifinals, loses to Saint Ignatius

Ami Nachiappan and Jihau Yu
May 19, 2016

Boys’ tennis starts off strong

Navin Tiwary and Jihau Yu
March 28, 2016

Rain shortens state tournament

Jenny Qian and Jihau Yu
March 11, 2016

Senior finds enjoyment in tutoring clarinet

Jihau Yu
November 10, 2015

Bellarmine beats tennis team in CCS semifinals

Kevin Chow and Jihau Yu
May 21, 2015

Boys’ lacrosse suffers defeats with inexperienced team

Aditya Chaudhry and Jihau Yu
March 31, 2015

Senior Rohit Rao helps study sleep in internship at NASA

Sweeya Raj and Jihau Yu
March 27, 2015

Twins participate in bowl competitions

Aditya Chaudhry and Jihau Yu
March 27, 2015

Boys’ lacrosse looks to rebuild

Aditya Chaudhry and Jihau Yu
February 11, 2015

ASB holds jeans drive

Catherine Tang and Jihau Yu
February 10, 2015

Boys’ basketball in position to win its league

Jihau Yu
February 10, 2015

March Madness tournament comes to SHS

Catherine Tang and Jihau Yu
February 10, 2015

Soccer players who prefer outside clubs over school teams seek high levels of competition

Aditya Chaudhry and Jihau Yu
December 5, 2014

Football players make transition to basketball

Andrew Jiang and Jihau Yu
December 4, 2014

Falcons’ season comes to an end with CCS loss to Pioneer

Jihau Yu
December 2, 2014

Freshman swings her way onto golf team

Oksana Trifonova and Jihau Yu
November 13, 2014

Falcons in a win-or-go home game against Palo Alto

Jihau Yu
November 12, 2014

Senior finds hunting a relaxing pastime

Aditya Chaudhry and Jihau Yu
November 12, 2014

Senior soars to new heights with model airplane obsession

Helen Chen and Jihau Yu
October 30, 2014

Clubs look to expand into local elementary and middle schools

Jihau Yu
October 22, 2014

Football team struggles to produce points

Jihau Yu
September 22, 2014

PTSO organizes college workshop

Jihau Yu
September 17, 2014

Living in the Netherlands exposes student to new culture

Aditya Chaudhry and Jihau Yu
September 16, 2014

Boys’ tennis falls short of CCS championship

Jihau Yu
May 24, 2014

Library promotes reading for pleasure with summer program

Sweeya Raj and Jihau Yu
May 23, 2014

Tennis team advances in CCS

Jihau Yu
May 14, 2014

Students participate in annual blood drive to help the community

Shreya Tumu and Jihau Yu
May 7, 2014

Tennis star’s path to Princeton

Anant Rajeev and Jihau Yu
May 1, 2014

Boys’ tennis to contend for CCS title

Jihau Yu
May 1, 2014

FBLA competition yields good results

Jihau Yu and Tiffany Zheng
April 15, 2014

School spends $8,000 on new murals

Andrew Jiang and Jihau Yu
April 2, 2014

Boys’ tennis continue its undefeated season

Jihau Yu
April 2, 2014

Soccer teams participate in sportsmanship seminar

Minu Palaniappan and Jihau Yu
February 12, 2014

Boys’ tennis aims to contend for CCS title

Jihau Yu
February 12, 2014

Staff members caution against too much senioritis

Becky Hoag and Jihau Yu
February 12, 2014

WISTEM Club provides informational activities for girls interested in STEM

Deepthi Sampathkumar and Jihau Yu
December 11, 2013

‘Green Knights of Saratoga High’ host summit

Tiffany Zheng and Jihau Yu
December 11, 2013

After one year at Great America, Grad Night will be back on campus for class of 2014

Sweeya Raj and Jihau Yu
October 30, 2013

Presenters raise awareness about crisis in North Korea

Deepthi Sampathkumar and Jihau Yu
October 30, 2013

Spanish 6 AP: a rigorous, albeit one course with only five students

Anant Rajeev and Jihau Yu
September 19, 2013
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