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A student writing an essay in class.
Increasing student use of AI causes English teachers to switch to in-class essays
May 15, 2025
Courtesy of Belal Aftab Saratoga mayor Belal Aftab centers his agenda on residents’ feedback.
New mayor Belal Aftab aims to foster a more vibrant, connected community
May 10, 2025
The Saratoga Speech and Debate team at TOC in Kentucky
Speech and debate celebrates national-level results while striving for more
May 9, 2025
Assistant principal and activities director Kristen Cunningham.
Cunningham to leave for admin role at LGHS, district
May 8, 2025
Courtesy of Mary Ko MSET senior mentor Anh-Quan Nguyen described the team’s performance as “the best performance of any Cuttlefish team in history.” MSET senior mentor Anh-Quan Nguyen described the team’s performance as “the best performance of any Cuttlefish team in history.”
FTC 6165 Cuttlefish boasts an 8-2 record at World Championships
May 1, 2025
2010s highlighted some of the greatest names in music, such as Adele or The Weeknd, who are still admired today.
Catchy rhythms and unique vocals make the 2010s the best era of music
May 15, 2025
Images courtesy of Disney Wiki and Parade An example of a disappointing live-action remake, “The Lion King” lost the heart and expression that made the animated original a classic.
Why do live-action adaptations never measure up?
May 15, 2025
A film’s ratings often reflect the director’s creative vision and execution, which can often differ from audience expectations.
How movie ratings shape stories — and box office success
May 15, 2025
MAP, a longstanding program at SHS, hosts numerous video-based projects for students.
Sophomore MAP students illuminate social issues ‘Be the Change’ projects
May 12, 2025
Courtesy of Kristen Hamilton Hamilton and her family at her daughter Kathryn’s college graduation.
Hamilton reflects on transition from engineering career to teaching
May 7, 2025
Courtesy of Renn Blanco Team poses after beating Palo Alto 199-188
Golf team reaches CCS as a team for first time in 3 years
May 15, 2025
Senior Captain Avi Taneja serves the birdie during the 4/15 match.
Q&A: Four senior captains reflect on their four years on the badminton team
May 11, 2025
Courtesy of Ian Johnson Junior Ian Johnson captures senior Daniel Jadali going up with contact in a basketball game against Lynbrook High School on Jan 31.
Two juniors explore their passion for photography through sports
May 10, 2025
Senior Dylan Wilson gets into the blocks for the 4x400 meter relay
Track and field team has strong outing at leagues; SCVALs will determine CCS qualifications
May 9, 2025
Golfers pose after defeating Los Gatos.
One last swing: Senior golfers bid farewell to the Toga fairways and each other
May 7, 2025
The burrito and chips meal from the school cafeteria.
Off-campus lunches come at a cost of high prices and questionable nutritional value
May 15, 2025
The early bird gets the worm.
To aspiring Leadership students: Campaigning early is a must
May 13, 2025
The least user-friendly survey out there.
Help wanted: Someone please fix the California Healthy Kids Survey
May 13, 2025
If only the calendar started on Monday…
The week should officially start on Monday: It just makes sense
May 11, 2025
Courtesy of Gage Skidmore Political rightwingers like Charlie Kirk and Tucker Carlson argue the U.S was built on Christian principles
Religion should not play any role in public policy decisions
May 9, 2025
Courtesy of Wikipedia Katy Perry’s album cover for ‘Hot N Cold’
In world history, Katy Perry’s ‘Hot N Cold’ gets a Cold War twist
May 15, 2025
Courtesy of Vihaan Bhaduri Bhaduri’s test drones.
Two juniors explore global tech research in drones and medical uses for AI
May 15, 2025
My classic study setup.
The blind leading the blind: how to study like a pro
May 13, 2025
After President Yoon Suk Yeol invoked martial law on Dec. 3, hundreds of Korean citizens took to the streets to show their disapproval of Yoon’s actions.
Democracy preserved in South Korea as country impeaches would-be authoritarian president
May 11, 2025
YouTube Kids’ Policies prohibit certain types of advertisements but not enough.
Learning from the tall tales of Big Cereal
May 7, 2025
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32 seniors named National Merit Semifinalists

Nick Chow and Karen Sung
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The story of how I became a Directioner

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Student Reaction

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

Cristina Curcelli, Sarah Finley, Samuel Liu, and Karen Sung

Mock trial has no objections to a successful season

Karen Sung and Ashwini Velchamy

AP classes create chasm between sophomore and junior year

Karen Sung
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Things that make me cry (aka Les Mis)

Karen Sung
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Public humiliation serves as an unwise form of punishment

Grace Ma and Karen Sung

Solar panels would reap monetary benefits for Saratoga

Karen Sung
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Tweety bird gone wrong

Sherrilyn Ling and Karen Sung
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Students who drive cope with high gas prices

Sarah Finley and Karen Sung
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Junior finds new pursuits following devastating injuries from gymnastics

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

Karen Sung and Ashwini Velchamy

Cross country: a sport of endurance and mentality

Karen Sung
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Amazon’s tax a hidden blessing

Karen Sung

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

Allison Chang, Grace Ma, and Karen Sung

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

Carol Suh and Karen Sung

Despite time strain, coaching helps teachers reap benefits

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

Karen Sung

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

Karen Sung

Seniors present winning poetry with renowned writers

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

Karen Sung

Students embrace meme mania on Facebook

Kelly Liu and Karen Sung

Lawbreakers serve their sentences by doing weekend community service on campus

Samuel Liu and Karen Sung
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Dancing isn’t my forte

Karen Sung

Difficulties lead to Invisible Children dance cancellation

Grace Ma and Karen Sung

Sparknotes aids confused students who read confusing books

Karen Sung

Students volunteer time to brighten lives on MLK day

Karen Sung

Social media negatively impacts student productivity

Karen Sung

AP Biology courses to be revised for upcoming school year

Karen Sung

Softball: Sophomores strike close bond together

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

Amy Jan and Karen Sung
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Student interest in politics varies in depth

Aasim Naqvi and Karen Sung

Construction of replacement wall for Thermond Center begins

Paul Jung and Karen Sung

Questionable behavior tars sophomores’ reputation

Anushree Dugar and Karen Sung

Girls’ Tennis: Second the best

Amy Jan and Karen Sung

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

Grace Ma and Karen Sung

Photos illustrate music program over the years

Grace Ma and Karen Sung

Art room sings Cher

Grace Ma and Karen Sung

New schedule leads to stress-free winter break

Karen Sung

Girls’ Tennis Preview 2011

Karen Sung

Now that you’re a sophomore…

Karen Sung

Now that you’re a sophomore…

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We are the E-Generation

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