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School ramps up AED count on campus
November 20, 2024
Students listen to Natasha Schatzman’s presentation in the student center on Nov. 15.
NASA aerospace engineer shares research in aeromechanics and aeroacoustics
November 20, 2024
Acting superintendent Heath Rocha speaks during the Nov. 12 board meeting.
New concerns arise over former superintendent Sanderson’s 2022 hiring
November 20, 2024
The flyer for this year’s Winter Formal hangs up around school and is posted on social media.
Tickets for Winter Formal sell out before purchase window closes
November 20, 2024
Saratoga Team 1, senior Alan Lu, junior Lawson Wang, sophomores Andy Lu and Seabert Mao, senior Skyler Mao and sophomore Vivian Zhong (left to right), hold their 3rd place trophy.
Math club places third at Berkeley tournament
November 17, 2024
Actress Naomi Scott playing Skye Riley brings to life a terrifying transformation through subtle changes.
‘Smile 2’ mixes traditional jump scare and psychological horror
November 20, 2024
BASIC officers at a boba fundraiser on Oct. 2.
BASIC club emphasizes youth action on humanitarian aid
November 18, 2024
The U.S., China and Taiwan, among other nations, are engaged in one of the fastest-growing tech races in history to develop and produce the best semiconductors and AI.
The U.S. is playing catchup in the semiconductor race. Is it too late to win?
November 12, 2024
Highlights of freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors dances during Homecoming week from Oct. 14-19.
Behind the scenes: Meet the choreographers who brought the Homecoming dance to life
November 2, 2024
Students gather around the table at the top of the quad steps during the voter registration drive on Sept. 25.
Revived Democracy Matters club kicks off the school year with successful election events
October 30, 2024
Senior Saira Ramakrishnan pitches for the Saratoga Falcons.
Senior softball player commits to University of Rochester
November 20, 2024
The team gathered around a fire during their retreat to enjoy s’mores and build team chemistry.
Girls’ basketball team aims to build winning culture in pre-season after eye-opening retreat
November 20, 2024
Recap of fall sports.
Fall Sports Recap: Toga teams fight hard to the end
November 16, 2024
The girls’ tennis team poses for a group photo.
Girls’ tennis finishes the regular season with a solid victory
November 16, 2024
Mascots and volunteers cheering runners on as they cross the finish line.
Saratoga 5K Fun Run: a blend of community and competition
November 13, 2024
Cigarette packaging should depict frightening images on the front and sides, clearly communicating the consequences of smoking.
Cigarette packaging needs to be more graphic in its dire warnings
November 15, 2024
Journalism labor unions have firmly opposed the bill, calling it a “shakedown.”
‘Undemocratic’ deal reached between Google and California news outlets
November 7, 2024
Test dates make or break our vacation
The bliss and benefits of having tests before breaks
October 31, 2024
Here’s why you should vote against Prop 34.
Prop 34’s devious methods target non-profits
October 30, 2024
Please let me understand my mistakes.
100-word rant: Let me use the answer key to check my work
October 28, 2024
Personally, I really need some noodle slippers.
My 8-year-old self would be sad to see ‘5-Minute Crafts’ go — but I’m not
November 20, 2024
A hearty stew such as a beef bourguignon is perfect for a cold winter day.
Winter break bucket list: cooking galore
November 18, 2024
Don’t hate until you try it.
Top 10: weirdly good food combos that might get you flamed
November 16, 2024
A girl cries as she realizes her wallet is empty.
Resisting the urge to splurge: regulating money spent on lunchtime outings
November 11, 2024
The seating chart is often like a game of Russian Roulette, you either sit next to your best friend or next to your ex.
Top 10: Reasons to request a seat change
November 5, 2024

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All content by Nandini Ruparel

School Scope online extra: The hidden rooms of Saratoga High

Nandini Ruparel, Sabrina Cismas, Kelly Liu, Denise Lin, and Arnav Dugar
January 16, 2011

A toxic mud spill in Hungary leaves hundreds injured, homeless, and angry

Nandini Ruparel
October 22, 2010

Students finally getting a real winter break?

Lillian Chen and Nandini Ruparel
October 4, 2010

Day of Beck-oning

Nandini Ruparel
September 15, 2010

The AP test is over . . . now what?

Nandini Ruparel
June 8, 2010

So you don’t have a “Bad Day” anymore Eccentric “security blankets” help bad days go away

Nandini Ruparel
June 6, 2010
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MAP Building opens new opportunities for students

Nandini Ruparel
May 3, 2010
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No “Heartbreak Warfare” Here

Nandini Ruparel
April 6, 2010
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Please don’t take away the libraries

Nandini Ruparel
April 6, 2010

Back to the past: students return to see teachers from years ago

Nandini Ruparel and Ashley Tang
March 31, 2010

A silver medal by any other name…

Christine Tseng and Nandini Ruparel
March 16, 2010

Too many ‘Lost Symbols’ for one reporter

Nandini Ruparel
February 11, 2010
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Avatar sparks undeserved controversy

Nandini Ruparel and Parul Singh
February 10, 2010

A bit of light reading: Kindle-phobe turns into Kindle-aficionado

Nandini Ruparel
December 8, 2009

A bit of light reading: Kindle-phobe turns into Kindle-aficionado

Nandini Ruparel
December 8, 2009
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Leadership class goes viral with new YouTube channel

Nandini Ruparel and Girish Swaminath
December 4, 2009
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Shh… I’m spying here!

Nandini Ruparel
October 30, 2009

Teachers adapt lessons to student learning styles

Nandini Ruparel and Parul Singh
October 28, 2009

School services should not be mandatory

Nandini Ruparel and Kim Tsai
September 18, 2009

Track & Field: Dolbec, Nguyen jump to states

Nandini Ruparel
June 2, 2009

Art show bonds sister schools

Nandini Ruparel
May 28, 2009
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Appearance matters

Nandini Ruparel
May 28, 2009

Obama’s apologies make room for improvement

Nandini Ruparel
May 7, 2009

What teachers do during collaboration

Grishma Athavale and Nandini Ruparel
April 23, 2009

Track and field: Yates shoulders throwing

Nandini Ruparel
April 23, 2009

Leaving during tutorials a false privilege

Grishma Athavale and Nandini Ruparel
March 2, 2009

Second killing at VTech makes for concerns about student safety

Nandini Ruparel and Brandon Yang
February 12, 2009

License to fear the road

Nandini Ruparel
December 10, 2008

Class cutting myth unveiled

Ben Clement, Alicia Lee, and Nandini Ruparel
November 30, 2008

Oral interpretation class holds “Scary Story” night

Nandini Ruparel and Abhishek Venkataramana
October 30, 2008

Link holds successful movie afternoon

Ren Norris and Nandini Ruparel
October 20, 2008

Columnist reflects on her anger of Harry Potter movie cancellations

Nandini Ruparel
September 23, 2008
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