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Sophomore Claire Jung’s award winning self portraits, "A Window's Light" (left) and "The Walk" (right).
25 students recognized in 2025 Scholastic Art and Writing Awards
March 13, 2025
Ex-trustee Alex Shultz at a board meeting last October. The candidates are applying to fill the vacancy left by Shultz, who resigned in January for personal reasons.
Board to interview 12 applicants to fill vacant trustee position at special Tuesday morning meeting
March 9, 2025
The venue boasts multiple decks, a grand hall and a garden for students to roam around.
Will early-April prom hurt attendance?
March 9, 2025
Yogurt that the cafeteria serves at breakfast
Bird flu-caused Egg shortages send some prices soaring for cafeteria
March 9, 2025
From left to right: senior Luke Zhang, junior Bryan Zhao, junior Richard Lee, senior Alex Yaung, sophomore Krishna Muddu, junior Alec Guan and freshman Daniel Yeh from team 95071X celebrate after winning the 14th Annual DVHS Robotics Tournament on Jan. 11.
VEX Robotics teams find success mid-season
March 8, 2025
Paddington is about to set off on the greatest adventure of his life.
‘Paddington in Peru’: A predictable yet fun family film
March 8, 2025
Zinman (bottom right) poses with Tufts’ Mock Trial team.
Serendipity: Alumnus finds national success in Mock Trial in his first year
March 4, 2025
Both social and academic peer pressure play a prominent role in students' decisions and lives at SHS.
Navigating the school’s web of academic, parental and social pressures
March 4, 2025
Sonic, Tails and Knuckles team up against the mysterious Shadow the Hedgehog in an action-packed movie.
’Sonic the Hedgehog 3:’ fast and fun but forgettable
March 2, 2025
A tier list of the top nominations from the 97th Academy Awards.
The 2025 Oscars: predictions and most deserving films
March 1, 2025
Freshman Aakarsh Ekollu attempting a net shot
Badminton: Two nationally ranked freshmen are key to rebuilding effort
March 13, 2025
Junior Sophia Farone lines up for a face-off in last season’s match against Los Gatos.
Girls’ lacrosse ready to make strides after victory in first pre-season scrimmage
March 11, 2025
Top NBA draft prospect Cooper Flagg has been a vital part of Duke’s success as the team is projected to secure a No. 1 seed.
Our top four college basketball teams ahead of March Madness
March 8, 2025
The team scrimmages during practice to prepare for the upcoming preseason games.
Boys’ volleyball enters rebuilding mode
March 6, 2025
Team posing for a picture after a win at home.
Girls’ soccer season comes to an end after first CCS game in 3 years
March 6, 2025
West Valley College, on Fruitvale Avenue, is just one of the highly ranked community colleges in the area.
Community college isn’t just an alternative, it’s a logical option
March 8, 2025
Last year’s prom held on a yacht on May 18
Because of this year’s early prom, attendance may go down significantly
March 8, 2025
The rugby competition show has drastically changed my view of sports.
100-word rave: Rugby is the ultimate sport
March 8, 2025
A point of contact I definitely did not need.
100-word rant: Please don’t shake my hand
March 6, 2025
A mislaid sock here and there isn’t the worst thing.
100-word rant: Untidy bedrooms get too much hate
March 6, 2025
A plethora of email sign-offs.
Top 10: email sign-offs
March 11, 2025
The LEGO Millenium Falcon, one of the best sets of all time.
Top 10 LEGO Sets
March 9, 2025
I love how the fog comes in and out of view.
The magic of misty mornings
March 9, 2025
Spotify Logo
Spotify Premium is worth the cost
March 6, 2025
Imagine tripping on the ground after pulling on a push door.
Top ten: ways to lose aura at school
March 6, 2025

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All content by Kaitlyn Wang

Minority writers need not avoid ‘stereotypical’ topics

Kaitlyn Wang
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Kaitlyn Wang
April 2, 2019

Montalvo resident artist explores meaning of home

Kaitlyn Wang
February 12, 2019

Beth Lisick: New York Times-bestselling author, actress and banana

Kaitlyn Wang
December 10, 2018

Stunt doubles deserve more recognition

Kaitlyn Wang
December 10, 2018
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Tacos for Paradise brings Saratoga, Los Gatos together to support Camp Fire victims

Kaitlyn Wang and Phoebe Wang
December 4, 2018

Hydration stations reduce plastic water bottle use

Kaylene Morrison and Kaitlyn Wang
October 29, 2018

Arts and culture clubs draw fewer members but reflect genuine interest

Kaitlyn Wang
October 29, 2018

Administration emphasizes old and new safety measures

Edwin Chen and Kaitlyn Wang
September 22, 2018

Pro: Print textbooks provide advantages online textbooks lack

Kaitlyn Wang
September 19, 2018

Green Team digs deep to put on an engaging Earth Week

Kaitlyn Wang and Jayne Zhou
May 30, 2018

A writer’s lesson: Social anxiety is nothing to be ashamed of

Kaitlyn Wang
May 25, 2018

Parents’ and students’ perceptions of millennial music clash

Kevin Sze and Kaitlyn Wang
May 24, 2018

A daily Pledge of Allegiance should not be required

Kaitlyn Wang
May 23, 2018

Annual Soundings magazine provides platform for student artists and writers

Kaitlyn Wang
May 23, 2018

Senior plans to pursue graphic design at UCLA

Kevin Sze and Kaitlyn Wang
May 23, 2018

FBLA to send four members to nationals

Shreya Katkere and Kaitlyn Wang
May 23, 2018

Maintenance crew and Environmental Club address littering problems on campus

Chelsea Leung and Kaitlyn Wang
April 1, 2018

FBLA prepares for states

Shreya Katkere and Kaitlyn Wang
April 1, 2018

Students reflect on experiences with stuttering

Karen Chow and Kaitlyn Wang
April 1, 2018

What so proudly we (might not) hail: A lack of pride in America is acceptable

Kaitlyn Wang
March 29, 2018

Perfect Pals Club unites students

Shreya Katkere and Kaitlyn Wang
February 12, 2018
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Teacher finds joy in oil painting

Kaitlyn Wang
February 9, 2018

Agriculture and Environmental clubs seek to improve campus

Chelsea Leung and Kaitlyn Wang
February 8, 2018

An older sister’s lesson: Self-love matters most

Kaitlyn Wang
February 8, 2018

Racial double standards distort perspectives on athletes

Kaitlyn Wang
December 12, 2017

Senior expresses passion for Chinese Club

Shreya Katkere and Kaitlyn Wang
November 27, 2017
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Photo or Graphic for: Staff editorial: With water bottles, reusing trumps recycling

Jeffrey Xu
October 27, 2017

Maintenance staff works to keep trees, plants healthy and also beautify neglected areas

Karen Chow and Kaitlyn Wang
November 1, 2017

New clubs provide unique opportunities for students to explore their interests

Shreya Katkere and Kaitlyn Wang
October 30, 2017

African Americans address cultural labels

Kaitlyn Wang and Jeffrey Xu
October 27, 2017

Juniors volunteer at East Palo Alto YMCA

Patrick Li and Kaitlyn Wang
September 14, 2017

Complacency undermines support for Asian artists

Kaitlyn Wang
September 14, 2017

Back to the past: Comparing the ‘70s and ‘80s to now

Kaitlyn Wang
September 14, 2017
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