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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
Yeung trains at a Marine infantry tactic course the summer of 2024.
Following his calling, senior seeks military path at Naval Academy
January 21, 2025
(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
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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Student explores Republican beliefs through political campaigns

Lillian Chen and Nikil Ramanathan
April 1, 2012

Passionate dancers bring dance club to life

Lillian Chen
March 15, 2012

The gender gap: what it’s like to be the minority

Lillian Chen and Samuel Liu
March 14, 2012

YouTube offers outlet for students

Lillian Chen and Anushree Dugar
January 18, 2012

Drama preps ‘South Pacific’ with Thermond substituting and planning ITS trip

Lillian Chen
January 13, 2012

CCC volunteers work to help the woes of students

Lillian Chen
November 17, 2011

Drama hosts fun events and prepares for spring musical

Lillian Chen
November 9, 2011
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Students debut fall play ‘Tartuffe’

Lillian Chen
October 20, 2011

Drama works hard on fall play while hosting murder mystery fundraiser and deciding on spring musical

Lillian Chen
October 14, 2011

Can you….pay for your food with pennies?

Lillian Chen and Amy Jan
October 6, 2011

Senior starts own T-shirt line

Lillian Chen
September 9, 2011

Little Theater to be renamed as drama department welcomes new teacher, prepares for fall play “Tartuffe”

Lillian Chen
September 9, 2011

Tseng pursues life as an artist

Lillian Chen
September 2, 2011

Clubs fundraise for Japan around school

Lillian Chen
June 6, 2011

Saratoga alumni reunite after decades

Lillian Chen
April 26, 2011

Saratoga alumni reunite after decades

Lillian Chen
April 26, 2011

Saratoga students attend national choir conference

Lillian Chen and Olivia Chock
April 26, 2011

Buildings and grounds commission plans to paint mural

Aanchal Mohan and Lillian Chen
March 2, 2011
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Badminton: Aiming for higher rank this season

Lillian Chen
March 2, 2011

English classes explore novel through motif fair

Lillian Chen and Denise Lin
January 6, 2011

Even teachers can be inspired

Lillian Chen and Brandon Judoprasetijo
January 3, 2011
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Photo or Graphic for: Falcons to take on Matadors for CCS title

Evaline Ju
November 16, 2010
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Students utilize new Facebook group chat to their advantage

Lillian Chen and Allison Toh
November 3, 2010

Students finally getting a real winter break?

Lillian Chen and Nandini Ruparel
October 4, 2010

Spending Summer at Colleges

Lillian Chen
September 29, 2010

Sports apparel boosts team spirit

Lillian Chen
September 27, 2010

Students tame the Wild Wild West

Lillian Chen and Jenny Zhang
April 23, 2010

Badminton: Early in season, team put to test

Lillian Chen and Kevin Mu
April 5, 2010

Alumni offer perspectives on their college experiences

Lillian Chen and Girish Swaminath
April 5, 2010

Senior class holds drawing that gives away Macbooks and iPods as fundraiser

Lillian Chen
March 31, 2010

Artist of the Issue: Cody Cai

Lillian Chen
March 26, 2010

Cart Creations spice up lunch menu

Lillian Chen and Saniha Shankar
February 22, 2010
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Second-year MAP electives further program’s growth

Lillian Chen and Jenny Zhang
February 2, 2010

ESL teacher connects with students

Lillian Chen
February 2, 2010

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a.. spoon?

Lillian Chen
December 10, 2009
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New club DECA gets down to business

Lillian Chen
December 10, 2009

Two students expand their horizons at CCOC

Olivia Chock and Lillian Chen
October 16, 2009

French 1 reoffered, Japanese 1 put on the back burner

Lillian Chen and Girish Swaminath
September 9, 2009

Students need to be allowed to learn math at a slower pace

Alex Ju and Lillian Chen
September 9, 2009
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