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The Class of ‘25 lines up to take their final bow at the end of the first show.
Indian Cultural Awareness Club puts on 20th annual Bombay in the Bay show with stunning costumes and energetic music
February 22, 2025
At the very minimum, active advertising of harmful, addictive substances shouldn’t be constantly exposed to children going to school.
In a bad sign, ever more marijuana shops are popping up near schools
February 14, 2025
The high school Jazz Band performs their set on Jan. 17.
18 musicians accepted into state-wide conference
February 14, 2025
Sunder Pichai remains CEO of Google despite his countless blunders.
Workers lose their jobs when CEOs fail at their jobs
February 14, 2025
Kim performs “Romeo and Juliet” Fantasy Overture by Tchaikovsky with the NYO2 orchestra in Dallas on Aug. 6.
Practice takes senior musician to Carnegie Hall and beyond this summer
February 13, 2025
Junior Arjun Krish, Class of `23 alumnus Adam Xu and his mentor Dr. Liang Li stand in front of Krish’s lab station in the summer of 2024.
Junior researches for a cure for glaucoma
February 16, 2025
Free Luigi” merchandise has been growing rapidly on online shopping platforms.
Analysis: Luigi Mangione’s case of vigilante justice reflects American glorification of violence
February 15, 2025
Matt Walsh’s brand new documentary reveals the dark side of DEI movements.
‘Am I Racist?’ — mockumentary takes a deep dive into DEI and presents ideas worth considering
February 14, 2025
Senior Michelle Ho poses in her lab coat holding a small flask.
Senior explores genetic underpinnings of arthritis in her research
February 14, 2025
“Nature’s Chance Encounter” along with many others of senior Amy Pan’s paintings adorn the Saratoga Library Group Study Room.
Senior represents nature through texture, visuals, and ambiance through both physical and digital mediums
February 13, 2025
Members of the dance team hold a pose in their competition pom routine, performing at the girls’ basketball game on Jan. 17.
Dance team brings back traditional halftime basketball performances
February 22, 2025
Competitions like the World Cup are popular in both soccer and futsal respectively.
What makes futsal the kicker for soccer players?
February 15, 2025
The seniors pose for a picture after winning 3-1 against Cupertino.
Boys’ soccer qualifies to CCS after 3-1 victory over Cupertino on Senior Night
February 14, 2025
Students utilize the school’s weight room to keep fit during the season and off-season.
Student athletes adapt to avoid “falling off” during the offseason
February 13, 2025
Senior Saatvik Kommareddi spins past a defender at a game on Jan. 18.
Boys’ basketball team suffers first loss but clinches CCS qualification
February 11, 2025
In large classes, it’s difficult to share my opinions often.
Why class sizes should not exceed 30
February 14, 2025
With the release of more AI language models like Deepseek, we are hopeful to see a future of the industry with more diverse options for users.
Public attention on DeepSeek fuels discussion about AI development
February 14, 2025
The progressive movement reached its peak in 2020, during COVID-19.
The Progressive movement is on the outs
February 12, 2025
2024 electoral map
In a splintered U.S., consecutive two-term presidents may become rare
February 11, 2025
AI Safety is not a joke.
To prevent disastrous outcomes, inherently evil AI growth needs to halt
February 11, 2025
Junior Ishir Ayyagari flexes after an arm workout.
New year, new goals: Three juniors give advice about how to stick to your workout resolutions
February 15, 2025
It’s time to use those cold emailing skills (and your $29.99 monthly LinkedIn Premium subscription) to get LinkedUp.
Top 10: ways to get a valentine next year
February 14, 2025
I practice the guitar in my room during my free time.
This is a PSA to take up a new instrument (in my case, a guitar)
February 14, 2025
Hello.
A letter to my senior year self
February 13, 2025
Some wonderful new year's resolutions that you should try out!
Top 10: New Year’s Resolutions
February 13, 2025

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District lays out plans for Phase 3A in community town hall

Atrey Desai and Manasi Garg
February 7, 2021
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Nonprofits are a full-time venture, not a high school hobby

Manasi Garg and Rohan Kumar
October 7, 2020
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Students stunned by sexual assault allegations against choir director Andrew Ford

Manasi Garg, Allison Hartley, and Kaitlyn Tsai
May 24, 2020
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Pandemic fallout: District faces budget cuts, hard decisions

Manasi Garg and Kaitlyn Tsai
May 22, 2020

‘I can’t afford to live where I teach’: Teachers discuss the rising cost of living in the Bay Area

Manasi Garg and Jessica Wang
March 31, 2020

‘Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj’ is a breath of fresh air in the world of talk shows

Manasi Garg
February 12, 2020

Dance team performs with teachers

Manasi Garg and Tiffany Wang
November 22, 2019

Fires and blackouts caused by PG&E are what I’m most grateful for this year

Manasi Garg
November 15, 2019

100 Word Rants

Kaitlyn Tsai, Kaasha Minocha, Manasi Garg, and Leo Cao
October 17, 2019

Administration misused authority to shut down and forcibly change student-run ‘toga confessions’ page

Manasi Garg and Nitya Marimuthu
October 17, 2019
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New tutorial policy implemented to fulfill state mandated instructional time

Manasi Garg
September 11, 2019

From the newsroom to the classroom: New U.S. History teacher discusses unique career changes

Manasi Garg and Anouk Yeh
September 11, 2019

Dance team adjusts to new coach and larger team

Manasi Garg and Tiffany Wang
September 9, 2019
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SMASH’n silent auction to fundraise for MAP

Allison Hartley and Manasi Garg
May 23, 2019

Badminton: Falcons to remain in upper El Camino division next year, prepare for league finals

Manasi Garg and Christine Zhang
April 29, 2019

Grammy-themed junior prom wins praise

Allison Hartley and Manasi Garg
April 28, 2019

Lab Technician plays little-known but essential role at school

Manasi Garg
March 29, 2019

School introduces two new electives: business and AP Art History

Manasi Garg and Alekhya Vadlakonda
March 27, 2019

Boys’ volleyball building trust with a young team

Karen Chow and Manasi Garg
March 26, 2019

Do tutors help or hinder the learning process?

Manasi Garg and Christine Zhang
March 19, 2019

My little sister uses my things as if they belong to her

Manasi Garg
March 12, 2019

Fast fashion festering in a consumerist world: slow fashion rising to quell environmental, human rights impacts

Manasi Garg and Allison Hartley
March 1, 2019

Newly restarted UNICEF hopes to raise awareness

Manasi Garg
January 28, 2019

The not so subtle ways Asians are brought together

Manasi Garg
January 24, 2019

Hydro Flex: the unattainable dream

Manasi Garg
January 22, 2019

Girls basketball drives forward from previous season’s injuries

Allison Hartley and Manasi Garg
November 27, 2018
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Senior’s lifelong passion for art culminates in first-ever exhibit

Manasi Garg
November 27, 2018

‘The Crimes of Grindelwald’ does not impress

Manasi Garg
November 27, 2018

When is a B an F? How high academic expectations skew perceptions of success

Manasi Garg and Christine Zhang
November 26, 2018

City council works toward common goals, with candidates promising to preserve city culture

Allison Hartley and Manasi Garg
October 16, 2018

Speech and debate team sees success in recent tournaments

Jayne Zhou and Manasi Garg
October 16, 2018
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Soundings lit mag going through major revamp

Manasi Garg
October 16, 2018

Spilling the tea on ‘tea channels’

Manasi Garg
October 16, 2018

Memo to Kavanaugh supporters: Rape and sexual assault are not ‘rough horseplay’

Manasi Garg
October 16, 2018

Youth Commission represents Saratoga teens, organizes community events

Manasi Garg and Allison Hartley
October 15, 2018
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New history teacher changes career to pursue passions

Manasi Garg and Alekhya Vadlakonda
September 11, 2018

CASSY preps to move to center of campus

Manasi Garg, Alekhya Vadlakonda, and Christine Zhang
September 10, 2018
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