Girls’ enrollment in school sports declines in recent years
Since the 2023 season, sports like cross country have seen drastic drops in participation.
Kayley Ren, Reporter
Aoki retires after 27 years as a Japanese and P.E. teacher
Aoki joined the school in 1999 and looks forward to traveling the world during retirement.
Countering flower power: How to beat pollen allergies before they beat you
With compact tissues, eyedrops, allergy medicine and other remedies, sufferers stand a chance of conquering the unforgiving spring allergy season.
Synopsys Science Fair provides reason to explore wide-ranging topics
Eight of 27 participants earned awards at the fair.
Trader Joe’s detail to branding sets it apart from other supermarkets
The chain has been delivering whimsical branding since 1967 — and it clinches the title of Best Supermarket for me.
Longtime Saratoga resident takes over as long-term substitute for two classes
Perry Constantine has more than 30 years of experience in the tech industry, having served multiple times as a CEO, advisor and board member of several Bay Area companies.
Santa Clara’s Central Park: a perfect spot for a springtime painting session
The park is a great place for picnics and walks while flowers are blooming and the weather is warm.
Chinese sports schools compromise young athletes’ lives for national pride
State-funded sports programs often harm athletes’ mental and physical health due to their poor living conditions and institutionalized pressure for success.
With the rising popularity of video games, are board games still relevant?
They have been a part of human culture for over 5,000 years and develop important social skills in children.
Drama field trip to festival opens up opportunities for students to perform
After attending the California State Thespian Festival, the program held its annual New Works Festival for student-led productions.
The legacy of Novakovich Orchards: 100 years of providing fresh fruit to Saratoga
The family has been running the orchard since 1925 and hopes to increase community engagement with new activities like pumpkin patches in the future.
Without state funding, California’s Ethnic Studies mandate cannot achieve its intended effect
The state should make necessary preparations before an educational course reform to avoid confusion.
‘Urinetown’ musical rehearsals begin as drama students prepare for the California Thespian Festival
Drama’s annual “One Year in One Night” fundraiser was held on Feb. 6 in the Thermond Drama Center to raise money for students to attend the California Thespian Festival.
Pencils across campus: Students share their stationary soulmate
Some prefer squishy grips while see adjustable erasers as a must.
Season 2 of ‘Percy Jackson and the Olympians’ sees lower viewership despite positive reviews
The Disney+ series features intricate sets, but lacks the iconic humor present in the “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” book series.
The rise of AI in entertainment threatens creative artists
AI artists limit the opportunities of human creators while raising legal concerns.
Battey reflects on 25 years as an SHS English teacher
She explored various fields before deciding to go into education as a career.
Rising ticket prices outweigh the iconic movie theater experience
With the convenience of streaming services, I no longer find myself wanting to visit movie theaters.
As player, coach and fan, Louie has deep connections to football
The sport has been an integral part of Louie’s life since his youth.
Staff departments coordinate Halloween costumes with creative themes
Science teachers, Wellness Center and office employees were just some of the staff who donned matching outfits last Friday.
Choir performs at St. Andrew’s Episcopal School
Choir members learned many valuable lessons from their collaboration with West Valley College.
New club aims to inspire girls to pursue medicine
The club hopes to teach members about health and medical skills.
Freshman quad day leaves lasting impressions on new performers
The Class of ‘29 delivered funny skits and organized dances for their first quad day.
A day in the life of a Division I fencer
Class of ‘25 alumna Vera Fung pursues a major in electrical engineering while training as a women’s foil fencer on the Brown University team.
Model UN secures adviser and looks to gain members
The group is working to host a competition on campus next year.
New Spanish teacher targets improving speaking skills in Spanish 2 and 3
Jarjour Hernandez aims to educate students about the rich language and culture of his home country through a balance between activities and lectures.
More than just a drink, tea offers wide versatility
From hot summers to late-night studying, you can find the right variety for every occasion.
Summer training prepares athletes for the fall season
Teams across campus including football, cross-country and basketball, maintained fitness and strengthened team bonds through the summer.