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Nicole Hao’s art piece is now displayed in downtown Los Gatos.
Junior artist wins local art competition
September 7, 2024
The Instagram post on the @toga.2028 account announcing the results of the freshman class election.
School leadership chooses to elect freshman class officers after school starts
September 6, 2024
Drama students pose for a picture outside the Central Hall Studio.
Drama program refreshes after two weeks at prestigious Fringe Festival in Scotland
August 31, 2024
The crowd collects for the 2024 Democratic National Convention.
Senior works at the Democratic National Convention as a member of the digital team
August 31, 2024
Leadership students working on various projects during class.
ASB prepares to host open meetings for all students during tutorial
August 31, 2024
A mango dragon fruit lemonade refresher.
100-word rave: Starbucks iced drinks are the greatest start to any day
September 3, 2024
Following my advice will guarantee your success!
A senior’s guide to surviving (and thriving in) APUSH
August 31, 2024
Main entrance of Ulavacharu Tiffins
Senior Mag 2024: The best places to go off-campus to at lunch
June 3, 2024
The proud group poses with Ms. Daly next to their feast.
Senior Mag 2024: An APUSH BBQ feast provides a memorable final
June 3, 2024
Current MAP seniors at Universal Studios on the MAP LA trip in junior year
Senior Mag 2024: 2 seniors reflect on what made their MAP experience memorable
May 30, 2024
The runners explore many routes in Saratoga, venturing to roads such as Elva Avenue.
Cross country season preview: Tippetts returns to coach boys while professional runner steps up to coach the girls
August 31, 2024
Beach volleyball is a great way to exercise and have fun with your friends.
Discovering our new favorite summer pastime, beach volleyball
August 24, 2024
Senior pitcher Aiden Chen announces his verbal commitment to the Claremont-Mudd-Scripps athletic program on Aug. 14.
Senior pitcher verbally commits to Claremont McKenna
August 24, 2024
The 2024 CCS bracket.
Softball falls 7-0 to Capuchino in CCS
May 26, 2024
Junior Aiden Chen winds up for a pitch against Santa Clara on May 9.
Baseball falls short of CCS but builds for the future
May 23, 2024
Summer program group bonding at Disneyland :D
While summers can bolster academics, they can also provide many other valuable opportunities
September 7, 2024
The depraved depths of the internet.
Child influencer accounts have a predator problem
September 7, 2024
A map of the 16th District, which includes Saratoga.
The local district election: Ranked voting provides a way to ensure true competition
September 7, 2024
Women Paralympic athletes run in the 2016 Rio Olympics.
Is the official Paralympic social media team using their athletes for clout?
September 7, 2024
Boycotting of large brands like Starbucks, McDonalds, and Nestle have been at the forefront of social movements.
Boycotting presents an effective strategy for tackling modern-day issues
September 4, 2024
Messages such as this one will make you an academic weapon.
Burned out? Here are three study methods you’ve never heard of to help you bring your A-game
September 7, 2024
Midday naps are easy-peasy for me with the help of ASMR.
Listen up: Don’t shame me for indulging in ASMR
September 7, 2024
My own attempt at the movie poster.
‘It Ends With Us’ polishes Booktok’s darling into solid DA awareness movie
September 7, 2024
There are multiple great times to arrive to class.
Top 10: times to arrive to journalism in the morning
September 4, 2024
Wondering where you should eat? Don’t worry, here are a few recommendations.
My Top 10 Restaurants In the South Bay
September 1, 2024

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All content by Martin Xu
Hong and Leung pose for a photo in the music building — the place they spend most of their tutorials and lunches.

Senior Mag 2023: Melodies of friendship: from elementary school piano buddies to college roommates

Christina Chang and Martin Xu
July 1, 2023
Freshman Taewon Yim competes against a Los Altos Swimmer in the 200 IM event at a home meet on Mar. 10. 

Despite strong individual talent, small team size hinders team’s ability to win

Jonny Luo and Martin Xu
March 30, 2023
Playing on the same alliance during one of their matches, the MSET Cuttlefish and Bettafish race to stack blue cones on poles stationed around the field.

Veteran robotics team qualifies to Worlds after regional tournament

Saachi Jain and Martin Xu
March 20, 2023
A student opens up to a therapist.

The winding road of wellness: Therapy offers a map forward but finding the right path takes time and patience

Martin Xu
January 26, 2023
Juniors Naomi Hsieh and Rishab Melkote, and senior Emily Lu begin the structural design of the pumpkin-smasher.

Robotics team to host pumpkin smashing event on Nov. 2

Martin Xu
November 7, 2022
Yang’s first installation made out of wooden skewers. 

From wooden skewers to toilet seats: senior experiments with 3D art

Martin Xu
September 30, 2022
Junior Nathan Zhang placed 2nd at the Junior Olympic Qualifier in Nov. 2021. 

Students improve athleticism through fencing

Martin Xu
September 25, 2022
Petersen instructs the class about an upcoming project during class on Sept. 14.

New computer science teacher joins teaching staff

Saachi Jain and Martin Xu
September 15, 2022
Junior Isha Jagadish sprints in a relay event as she competes against Monta Vista High School

Track ends strong at late-season meets

Martin Xu and Viraaj Reddi
May 22, 2022
MSET Cuttlefish makes Worlds

MSET Cuttlefish makes Worlds

Martin Xu
March 18, 2022

Robotics team wins qualifier, advance to regionals

Atrey Desai and Martin Xu
January 31, 2022
Newly credentialed social studies teacher fills in

Newly credentialed social studies teacher fills in

Martin Xu
January 24, 2022

Teachers reach 3-year agreement with district

Christina Chang and Martin Xu
January 22, 2022
Library and lab technician Cynthia Cheng works to prepare labs for AP Biology students in the science building.

Cynthia Cheng takes on new role as library technician

Christina Chang and Martin Xu
October 7, 2021
Rookie members of team MSET 6165 Cuttlefish work on the finishing touches of their robot together in the robotics room before their scrimmage.

Robotic teams use offseason to get even stronger after a strong pandemic year

Arnav Swamy and Martin Xu
September 25, 2021
The football team practices after school with no masks and minimal distancing. 

Student athletes anticipate return to normalcy

Stephanie Sun and Martin Xu
September 10, 2021
Teachers implement course modifications to combat learning gaps

Teachers implement course modifications to combat learning gaps

Christina Chang and Martin Xu
September 10, 2021
‘BLACKPINK: THE MOVIE’: a perfect gift for fans

‘BLACKPINK: THE MOVIE’: a perfect gift for fans

Martin Xu
September 5, 2021
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Boys’ soccer finishes the season strong with new goals for next year

Stephanie Sun and Martin Xu
May 21, 2021
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Boys’ and girls’ water polo teams aim to end tumultuous season on a memorable note

Nicole Lu, Stephanie Sun, and Martin Xu
May 13, 2021
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Unfortunate outcome of a strategic plan: Sophomore misses out on swim season

Martin Xu
May 11, 2021
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Cafeteria reboots as students return for in-person school

Martin Xu
May 3, 2021
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Community organizations adapt fast and survive the pandemic

Martin Xu
April 28, 2021
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Updated CDC social distancing guidelines prompt mixed reactions from SHS community

Christina Chang and Martin Xu
April 15, 2021
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What is the extent of the First Amendment in schools?

Stephanie Sun and Martin Xu
April 2, 2021
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New coach sets goals for team in unusual season

Vinay Gollamudi and Martin Xu
March 26, 2021
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New CASSY therapist hopes to promote wellness for students

Stephanie Sun and Martin Xu
March 24, 2021
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Swim team adjusts to new practice, meet protocols

Neeti Badve and Martin Xu
March 10, 2021
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School adapts to new COVID guidelines for textbook pickups

Martin Xu and Mina Yeap
February 23, 2021
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‘Unconventional’ names lead to challenges in daily life

Stephanie Sun and Martin Xu
February 7, 2021
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Will scaled-down online classes lead to learning gaps?

Martin Xu and Mina Yeap
January 21, 2021
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Dear 2021 … it can only get better

Martin Xu
January 13, 2021
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Does hybrid learning really work?

Martin Xu
December 9, 2020
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Quarantine boredom leads to a ‘friendly’ competition

Martin Xu and Mina Yeap
December 2, 2020
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Remote learning or remote cheating?

Martin Xu and Mina Yeap
November 19, 2020

Teachers’ assistants readjust their roles online

Anjali Nuggehalli and Martin Xu
October 15, 2020
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Junior reflects on mental and physical benefits of fishing

Martin Xu and Mina Yeap
October 15, 2020
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Sophomore wins Congressional art contest

Martin Xu and Mina Yeap
September 16, 2020
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Which food delivery service is best for you?

Martin Xu
September 10, 2020
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