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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 Jun Lee

Boys’ soccer is optimistic for solid season after hiring new coaches

Jun Lee
March 11, 2021
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How a certain 7-year-old learned the truth about Santa

Jun Lee
December 10, 2020
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Quarantine fosters introspection and self-discovery for senior

Jun Lee
October 28, 2020
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Class of 2021 National Merit Semifinalists revealed

Jun Lee
September 17, 2020
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MLB’s failure, NBA’s success, what should the NFL do?

Jun Lee
September 17, 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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Ranking Lil Uzi’s Eternal Atake

Edwin Chen and Jun Lee
April 1, 2020
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Relieving stress: Two juniors attempt to get their Instagram account verified

Jun Lee and Edwin Chen
March 31, 2020

Fantasy Football teaches football knowledge

Jun Lee
February 13, 2020

Stuck in another winless season, boys’ soccer struggles tries to build fundamentals for future seasons

Andrew Lee and Jun Lee
February 10, 2020

The 2010s saw a great evolution in music

Edwin Chen and Jun Lee
February 8, 2020

Boys’ soccer lacks upperclassmen experience, compensates with underclassman technical skill

Andrew Lee and Jun Lee
December 9, 2019

Holiday music spreads Christmas joy all year long

Jun Lee and Amanda Zhu
December 5, 2019

AP Classroom receives mixed reactions from teachers 

Jun Lee and Aaria Thomas
October 26, 2019

Keshi: potentially the next John Mayer

Jun Lee
October 15, 2019

A vision of the future: How to improve Saratoga’s downtown

Edwin Chen and Jun Lee
September 21, 2019

World history teacher focuses on skills rather than memorization

Eileen Bui and Jun Lee
May 23, 2019

History Teacher attempts to present a balanced view of historical events

Eileen Bui and Jun Lee
May 22, 2019

Top 3 issues our generation is facing

Edwin Chen and Jun Lee
May 21, 2019

Pair of incompetent reporters fail at recreating Instagram-famous tin foil balls

Edwin Chen and Jun Lee
May 21, 2019

Soylent energy drink functions as a meal replacement, changes lifestyle

Jun Lee
May 20, 2019

Annual March Madness tournament culminates in close game

Jun Lee and Justin Guo
April 3, 2019

Juniors get recruited to play for college sports

Jun Lee and Kaylene Morrison
April 3, 2019

Leadership students visit senior center, hear speech by politician

Jun Lee and Nitya Marimuthu
April 3, 2019

Due to dip in funds, sports teams look for other ways to raise money

Jun Lee and Howard Tang
April 3, 2019

Outreach commission works with Stanford on annual blood drive

Jun Lee and Nitya Marimuthu
April 3, 2019

Old but gold: Taiwanese movie teaches important lesson about high school love

Jun Lee
March 26, 2019

History education is biased, should be impartial

Jun Lee
March 6, 2019
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Six contestants will compete in Mr. Saratoga

Jun Lee and Nitya Marimuthu
February 14, 2019

Work on WASC begins

Jun Lee and Nitya Marimuthu
February 14, 2019

Boys’ soccer struggles during early season

Jun Lee and Oliver Ye
December 12, 2018

Giving Tree gives chance to help others during the holidays

Nitya Marimuthu and Jun Lee
December 12, 2018
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Freshman duet wins Saratoga idol

Nitya Marimuthu and Jun Lee
December 12, 2018

Abe shares his Thai food with his students

Jun Lee and Michael Wong
December 10, 2018

Club commission simplifies club creation process

Jun Lee and Michael Wong
October 30, 2018

Seniors connect to elementary schoolers in annual ‘Toga reads’

Jun Lee and Nitya Marimuthu
October 30, 2018

Volleyball: Girls end season on a high note

Jun Lee and Oliver Ye
October 29, 2018

Spirit commission branches out with new Halloween event

Jun Lee and Nitya Marimuthu
October 29, 2018

Freshman teaches Chinese instrument after school

Jun Lee
October 26, 2018

Restrooms remodeled after Leadership class, administration act on complaints

Nitya Marimuthu and Jun Lee
September 25, 2018

Volleyball: Following in older sister’s path, Risa Carter keeps struggling squad in contention

Oliver Ye and Jun Lee
September 24, 2018

Going off campus: the secret menu of Panda Express

Jun Lee
September 20, 2018
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