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A view of the Palisades fire from the seventh floor of Class of ‘24 Brielle Wong’s UCLA dormitory.
LA fires prompt alumni attending UCLA to return home at start of quarter
January 17, 2025
Donald Trump will be sworn in for his second four-year term in office on Jan. 20, 2025.
What will the next four years look like under a Trump presidency?
January 17, 2025
Jason Shiuan will be honored with the award at CASMEC on Jan. 16.
Music director named band educator of the year in California
January 15, 2025
Sophomore Lauren Song performs as Clara in Los Gatos Ballet’s production of “The Nutcracker.”
Dancers perform in ‘The Nutcracker’ with the Los Gatos Ballet
December 18, 2024
Casavant’s frequent drop-ins on water polo games and practices brought energy to the team.
In supporting student athletes, staff members make important connections
December 15, 2024
(Left) Susan Wojcicki before an interview, (Right) Saratoga parent May Wang during a talk
Honoring the life of Susan Wojcicki: A visionary female’s legacy in the tech industry
January 21, 2025
Ayyagari's most complex drum loop yet takes center stage in his new album, Realization, released on Jan. 5.
Take a look inside junior multi-instrumentalist and composer Ishir Ayyagari’s songwriting process
January 21, 2025
Taka (Scar) falls in love with Sarabi, the lioness who accidentally causes his villain arc.
‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ offers a fulfilling backstory for the classic Disney movie
January 21, 2025
Sisters Richa Moorjani and Sheherazaad are both pursuing careers in the entertainment industry.
Sister alumni navigate complex world of Hollywood and the entertainment industry
January 9, 2025
Playing Grace Fryer and Tom Kreider respectively, senior Kat Aldrete and junior Larry O’Brien star in the SHS ‘Radium Girls’ fall play.
Senior Kat Aldrete shines as lead role in ‘Radium Girls’
December 14, 2024
Mrs. Hasegawa, a predicted winner, is a well-known champion weightlifter (in our hearts).
What’s the strongest department on campus (physically)?
January 21, 2025
The team poses for a picture on Jan. 16 after a home victory against MacDonald.
Boys’ soccer defeats MacDonald, marks three-game win streak
January 18, 2025
Crowd arises in ovation for Falcons’ impressive comeback
Boys’ basketball rallies back from 13-point deficit, securing top spot in El Camino
January 17, 2025
The boys basketball team poses after their game with American High School on Dec. 7.
Boys’ basketball secures second place at James Lick Invitational despite key injuries
December 14, 2024
Free throw attempt from the team's recent scrimmage against Wilcox on Dec. 7.
Freshman basketball team brought back for the first time since COVID
December 13, 2024
Silicon Valley Bank collapsed in just 2023, prompting a flurry of collapses within a few months.
Bank regulation is necessary to prevent financial crises
January 21, 2025
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The weaponization of the presidential pardon ought to end
January 13, 2025
In a capitalist world, informed journalism takes second priority.
Billionaires should step back from publications they own
January 12, 2025
Acting Superintendent Heath Rocha is looking towards a year of cooperation.
Staff editorial: Acting Superintendent Heath Rocha is the right choice to lead the district out of recent turmoil
January 11, 2025
The logo of the Better Canvas extension for students to download.
100-word rave: “Better Canvas” is just better
December 13, 2024
Papa’s Scooperia is more than the embrace of American consumerism — it’s the perfect pastime.
Games to play when you’re mentally depleted, as the Speech and Debate team frequently is
January 21, 2025
The three best dishes we ordered at Ippudo: Akashu Modern, Chicken Karaage, and Pork Buns
Our visit to Ippudo: A cozy experience with tastes beyond ramen
January 17, 2025
If all of our icks culminated into one man, this is what he would look like.
Top 10: Icks
January 17, 2025
Piling on ten layers of clothing is not a comfortable experience.
Skiing? s-NO-w thank you.
January 15, 2025
The three bears often travel, stacked on top of each other.
‘We Bear Bears’ are still the bear-y best trio
January 12, 2025

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32 seniors named National Merit Semifinalists

Nick Chow and Karen Sung
September 11, 2013
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The story of how I became a Directioner

Karen Sung
September 4, 2013
Student Reaction

Students react to arrests, media blitz in Pott sexual assault case

Cristina Curcelli, Sarah Finley, Samuel Liu, and Karen Sung
April 13, 2013

Mock trial has no objections to a successful season

Karen Sung and Ashwini Velchamy
March 12, 2013

AP classes create chasm between sophomore and junior year

Karen Sung
February 26, 2013
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Things that make me cry (aka Les Mis)

Karen Sung
January 29, 2013
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Public humiliation serves as an unwise form of punishment

Grace Ma and Karen Sung
January 22, 2013

Solar panels would reap monetary benefits for Saratoga

Karen Sung
November 21, 2012
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Tweety bird gone wrong

Sherrilyn Ling and Karen Sung
November 21, 2012
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Students who drive cope with high gas prices

Sarah Finley and Karen Sung
November 15, 2012
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Junior finds new pursuits following devastating injuries from gymnastics

Sarah Finley and Karen Sung
October 29, 2012
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In-Depth editors? More like angels sent from above

Karen Sung and Ashwini Velchamy
October 18, 2012

Cross country: a sport of endurance and mentality

Karen Sung
October 10, 2012
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Amazon’s tax a hidden blessing

Karen Sung
October 10, 2012

Colorado shooting shocks students, showing the randomness of violence in the U.S.

Allison Chang, Grace Ma, and Karen Sung
September 6, 2012

Chik-Fil-A shows lack of judgment, less chicken eaten

Carol Suh and Karen Sung
September 4, 2012

Despite time strain, coaching helps teachers reap benefits

Karen Sung and Ashwini Velchamy
August 31, 2012
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Pearl milk tea, a tea-rific beverage

Karen Sung
May 8, 2012

Why Broadway’s actors are more deserving than Hollywood’s

Karen Sung
April 25, 2012

Seniors present winning poetry with renowned writers

Grace Ma and Karen Sung
April 25, 2012
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Senior, grad knew Lin before fame

Karen Sung
March 14, 2012

Students embrace meme mania on Facebook

Kelly Liu and Karen Sung
March 10, 2012

Lawbreakers serve their sentences by doing weekend community service on campus

Samuel Liu and Karen Sung
March 10, 2012
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Dancing isn’t my forte

Karen Sung
March 9, 2012

Difficulties lead to Invisible Children dance cancellation

Grace Ma and Karen Sung
March 6, 2012

Sparknotes aids confused students who read confusing books

Karen Sung
March 3, 2012

Students volunteer time to brighten lives on MLK day

Karen Sung
January 18, 2012

Social media negatively impacts student productivity

Karen Sung
January 17, 2012

AP Biology courses to be revised for upcoming school year

Karen Sung
January 10, 2012

Softball: Sophomores strike close bond together

Jay Mulye and Karen Sung
January 10, 2012
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Girls’ tennis places second at NorCals and CCS; Monta Vista edges out Falcons twice

Amy Jan and Karen Sung
November 21, 2011
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Student interest in politics varies in depth

Aasim Naqvi and Karen Sung
November 17, 2011

Construction of replacement wall for Thermond Center begins

Paul Jung and Karen Sung
November 13, 2011

Questionable behavior tars sophomores’ reputation

Anushree Dugar and Karen Sung
October 14, 2011

Girls’ Tennis: Second the best

Amy Jan and Karen Sung
October 14, 2011

‘Don’t ask, don’t tell’ repeal a step toward ending discrimination

Grace Ma and Karen Sung
October 10, 2011

Photos illustrate music program over the years

Grace Ma and Karen Sung
October 9, 2011

Art room sings Cher

Grace Ma and Karen Sung
October 6, 2011

New schedule leads to stress-free winter break

Karen Sung
September 9, 2011

Girls’ Tennis Preview 2011

Karen Sung
September 3, 2011

Now that you’re a sophomore…

Karen Sung
September 2, 2011

Now that you’re a sophomore…

Karen Sung
September 2, 2011
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We are the E-Generation

Karen Sung
October 27, 2010
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