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Saratoga Bagels is located a short 4-minute drive from SHS.
Saratoga Bagels: a not-so-hidden, but beloved, gem
November 8, 2025
Courtesy of Respondus The student interface for the lockdown browser.
English department using lockdown browser in Canvas to prevent AI cheating on writing assignments
November 8, 2025
Sophomores Paula Cymbal and Katrina Capello carry a boat in the sophomore portion of the 2002 Homecoming float parade.
Disappearance of Homecoming decorations shows changes in interest, not lack of spirit, school leaders say
November 7, 2025
Freshmen Arjun Garlapati, Ayush Hotha, Aditya Karanam, Nima Noor, Vishak Pillai, Maks Shetler and Neel Tadikamala capture the childhood song “Five Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed.”
Annual Halloween parade showcases school spirit
November 4, 2025
Youth of Suha Suha members finish art on the music building walls.
Color shines through new music building art installations
November 4, 2025
Creepy witch decorations set up outside a house on Aloha.
The famed Aloha Avenue Halloween experience left me a bit disappointed
November 8, 2025
Claire’s candle jar (left) and Cece’s wax melter (right).
Petroglyph: A relaxing spot for customizing your own pottery in downtown Los Gatos
November 6, 2025
Courtesy of Kristen Thomson The science department poses together in their rat-themed costumes.
Staff departments coordinate Halloween costumes with creative themes
November 5, 2025
This bright yellow sign is the source of my nightmares.
The fears of a new driver
November 4, 2025
Saratoga Elementary’s annual Pumpkin Walk welcomes kids for a night of haunting fun.
Revisiting my elementary school alma mater for Halloween
November 3, 2025
Luo at the 2024 Starbound Regional Dance Competition; placing second overall for her ballet solo.
Dance star in ISPE maintains rigorous schedule
November 8, 2025
Follmar treks in the mountains of Colorado during the High Lonesome 100 race.
Finding her stride: Cross country coach chases purpose with ultra running
November 5, 2025
Senior Hayden Berry spars against a teammate at Los Gatos Boxing.
Senior pushes physical limits through boxing
November 5, 2025
Courtesy of Jah Bennett Jah Bennett works to help the girls’ basketball team stay in top shape before the season.
Fitness trainer Jah Bennett assists girls’ basketball team
November 3, 2025
Senior Zack Thawer warms up for the football team’s season opener against Prospect High on Aug. 30.
Seniors shine in defensive roles for the Falcons
October 31, 2025
Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc is stranded on a trackside hill as he laments his poor race at the Dutch Grand Prix.
100-word rant: F1 has a gatekeeping problem
November 6, 2025
If there's no sun, how is it so hot?
100-word rant: Weather, can you stop being weird?
October 31, 2025
Courtesy of Apple Apple’s iPhone 17 lineup, featuring a redesigned back and new color options.
Backlash over iPhone 17 grows as users call out Apple’s lack of innovation
October 31, 2025
Why is it that out of teenagers, boys find more satisfaction in video games?
How video games are harming teen boys
October 31, 2025
My biggest pet peeve: assignments due at 11:59 p.m.
Assignments should never be due at 11:59 p.m. — the default Canvas time
October 31, 2025
Courtesy of LAIKA Studios I still have nightmares of the Other Mother sewing buttons over my eyes.
As an extremely jumpy person, I’ll gladly skip horror movies
November 5, 2025
Which states in the U.S. are the most auraful?
Top 10: U.S. states with the most aura
October 31, 2025
A composition of all the food I bought.
How far will $10 go to make a meal at Safeway?
October 28, 2025
My current Pinterest feed consists mostly of random trinkets.
Pinterest should be everyone’s alternative to doomscrolling
October 27, 2025
A picture of my family’s filter coffee set.
My late-night journey with culture, studying and filter coffee
October 27, 2025
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All content by Kelly Xiao

Activities director Marshburn plans to move back to San Antonio when school year ends

Melissa Magner and Kelly Xiao

Graduation night amasses funds despite challenges

Oksana Trifonova and Kelly Xiao

Science Bowl finishes with high expectations for next year

Kelly Xiao

Three seniors honored in Intel Science Talent Search

Kelly Xiao

Three seniors honored in Intel Science Talent Search

Kelly Xiao

Freshman chess player already a National Master

Kelly Xiao

How I tried and failed to wait out hives

Kelly Xiao

Science Olympiad team begins preparation for Regionals

Roland Shen and Kelly Xiao

‘The Visit’: Creepy grandparent duo provides real thrill

Oksana Trifonova and Kelly Xiao

Top ten stages of the all nighter:

Kelly Xiao

Profile: Engineering assistant lends experience to classroom

Summer Smith and Kelly Xiao

Time management lessons ought to be offered

Kelly Xiao

Q/A with Carmine Drohan: Senior’s recovery from anorexia

Deepthi Sampathkumar and Kelly Xiao

‘Game of Thrones’ Season 5 trailer promises action, surprises

Oksana Trifonova and Kelly Xiao

Athletes discuss college choices

Caitlin Ju and Kelly Xiao

English teacher takes one-semester leave of absence

Jenny Qian and Kelly Xiao

Former teacher recalls school’s humble origins

Kelly Xiao

Heads up! Former student returns as substitute teacher

Gitika Nalwa and Kelly Xiao

The Hobbit: Battle of Five Armies comes as a disappointing conclusion

Kelly Xiao

Concussions interfere with senior’s field hockey involvement

Kelly Xiao

Falling dominoes: the path to homelessness for one couple

Gitika Nalwa and Kelly Xiao

English seminars are more ‘traumatic’ than ‘Socratic’

Fiona Sequeira and Kelly Xiao

Senior self-publishes book on finance

Kelly Xiao

Senior builds on dance passion by choreographing for Homecoming

Kelly Xiao

Horror movie experience results in emotional catastrophe

Kelly Xiao

Dancer leaves cultural comfort to find passion in modern dance

Trevor Leung and Kelly Xiao

Class of ‘84 reunion rekindles relationships

Gitika Nalwa and Kelly Xiao

Are you (finally!) done texting?

Kelly Xiao

National History Day participants take time to tour capital

Michelle Leung and Kelly Xiao

Junior pursues unique trapeze passion

Michelle Leung, Deepthi Sampathkumar, and Kelly Xiao

He raped me. His punishment? Next to nothing —what Audrie’s Law aims to fix

Ashley Chen and Kelly Xiao

Foreign Volunteering: The ‘exotic’ act of goodness that helps no one

Kelly Xiao

Wrestling team faces decrease in team numbers

Michelle Leung and Kelly Xiao

JBK speaker misses the point; school’s efforts should go elsewhere

Ashley Chen and Kelly Xiao

Test reviews are crucial to learning

Michelle Leung and Kelly Xiao

Guidance department looks to help students settle the great debate

Dorrie Tang and Kelly Xiao

Tiger Mom’s new book is misunderstood

Ashley Chen and Kelly Xiao

Second semester seniors stay focused but relaxed

Carolyn Sun and Kelly Xiao

The negative effects of a school culture obsessed with academics

Ashley Chen and Kelly Xiao

Counselors encourage students to talk over LGBT concerns

Becky Hoag and Kelly Xiao

Sarrami follows in grandfather’s footsteps

Michelle Leung and Kelly Xiao
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Cross country beginner follows footsteps of upperclassmen

Kelly Xiao

Falcons end season strong

Michelle Leung and Kelly Xiao

With practice, sophomore jumps to No. 3 position

Michelle Leung and Kelly Xiao

To pledge or not to pledge?

Kelly Xiao and Ashley Chen
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