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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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Senior recounts experience running a YouTube channel

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May 17, 2021
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AMC 10/12 Exam goes virtual, 39 students qualify for AIME

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March 11, 2021
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Science Bowl team claims third place at regionals

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March 11, 2021
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In lieu of fall play, drama department’s ‘Connections’ film festival hosts public screenings of student films

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January 13, 2021
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AP Gov students lean democrat in mock election, giving President elect Joe Biden landslide victory

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December 10, 2020
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Recipes are overrated

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December 10, 2020
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COVID-19 restrictions force dancers to make adjustments

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November 5, 2020
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In place of fall play, drama’s film festival seeks to expand student involvement

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November 2, 2020
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Volleyball athletes face clashing school and club seasons

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October 22, 2020
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Experienced music teacher fills void left in vocal music

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September 1, 2020
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Dermont joins Saratoga community after 5-year teaching career

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August 29, 2020
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Lack of resources and internet reveals ‘homework gap’ across districts

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May 21, 2020
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Colleges drop standardized testing requirements for admissions in response to coronavirus crisis

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May 2, 2020
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Student concocts bizarre food combinations in newfound time

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April 23, 2020

Bell schedule committee designs new potential schedules, considers stakeholder input

Anna Novoselov and Oliver Ye
March 12, 2020

Falcons look for another CCS run despite loss of offensive firepower

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February 10, 2020

Science Bowl team to compete for spot in National competition on Feb 8

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January 29, 2020

As January fades away, so do New Year’s resolutions

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January 29, 2020

Two students qualify for county regional Poetry Out Loud competition

Brandon Wang and Oliver Ye
January 28, 2020

English teacher dives into work after first-semester maternity leave

Oliver Ye and Anouk Yeh 
January 28, 2020

Using tech, teachers start stream-lining process of tutorial check-ins

Ethan Lin and Oliver Ye
November 24, 2019

How books are chosen for English classes

Esther Luan and Oliver Ye
November 22, 2019

Career Day returns after 5- year hiatus

Oliver Ye
November 21, 2019

Being sick elicits deep, if groggy, thoughts

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November 20, 2019

A major choice: Alumna pursues design at USC’s Iovine and Young Academy

Brandon Wang and Oliver Ye
November 18, 2019

The real cost of falling donations

Apurva Chakravarthy, Angelina Chen, Brandon Wang, and Oliver Ye
October 24, 2019

Yim and Agrawal to take over the reins of math club

Benjamin Li and Oliver Ye
October 15, 2019

Homecoming court voting process should be altered

Megan Chen and Oliver Ye
October 14, 2019
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The school’s first 60 years: Seven students arrested in 1985 in school-wide drug bust

Brandon Wang and Oliver Ye
September 20, 2019

Class of 2020 has record 51 National Merit Semifinalists

Elaine Toh and Oliver Ye
September 11, 2019

Trial runs of Virtual Reality headsets on planes point to future of entertainment on flights

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September 9, 2019

SAT and ACT have changed drastically since their inception in the 1900s

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September 9, 2019

Falcon Fest unveils new policy that limits schedule changes based on teacher preference alone

Apurva Chakravarthy and Oliver Ye
September 9, 2019

Despite common misconception, rituals improve athletes’ performance

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September 6, 2019

Volleyball: Falcons fall in semifinals

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May 28, 2019
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Spanish teacher spices up lessons

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May 28, 2019

Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards

Andrew Li and Oliver Ye
April 26, 2019
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App Dev begins digitizing campus trophy cases

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April 3, 2019

Drama students travel to LA for CA State Thespian conference

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April 1, 2019

Falcons struggle to adapt to as they adjust to new coaching

Justin Guo and Oliver Ye
April 1, 2019

Humanity’s impact on environment exacting steeper price

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March 27, 2019

Automated lunch check-in helps lines move faster

Rohan Kumar and Oliver Ye
March 26, 2019

Swimming: Falcons pull together for smooth start to season

Patrick Li and Oliver Ye
March 26, 2019

‘The Sound of Music’ returns to SHS; cast list released and preparations underway

Anishi Patel and Oliver Ye
March 26, 2019

Simple lab coat holds deep meaning

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February 14, 2019

Boys’ volleyball: Despite losing majority of starting lineup to graduation, team remains strong

Justin Guo and Oliver Ye
February 12, 2019

Pro: Redwood Middle School’s math policy harmful to student growth

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February 12, 2019

Breaking down the Holy Trinity of .IO games

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February 12, 2019

Voorhees’ treasured top

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February 12, 2019

A memorable ‘birthday’

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February 12, 2019

Top 10 ways to survive Valentine’s Day

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February 6, 2019

Freshman seeks spot on national table tennis team

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December 12, 2018

Cramming for tests is, unfortunately, effective

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December 12, 2018

Legendary UCLA coach John Wooden inspired Robinson in life and in basketball

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December 12, 2018

Boys’ soccer struggles during early season

Jun Lee and Oliver Ye
December 12, 2018

Drama honors students to perform ‘Love’s Labour’s Lost’ at One Act Festival

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December 12, 2018

Affirmative action should be based on socioeconomic status

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December 11, 2018

Art and film schools now place emphasis on creativity, innovation

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November 26, 2018

Volleyball: Girls end season on a high note

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October 29, 2018

Senior Shasta Ganti stars as Brutus in ‘Julius Caesar’

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October 29, 2018

Top 10 ways to get your teacher to love you

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September 27, 2018

A deep dive into local boba stores

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September 27, 2018

“Julius Caesar” cast list released; rehearsals begin

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September 25, 2018

Volleyball: Following in older sister’s path, Risa Carter keeps struggling squad in contention

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September 24, 2018

Braces, once nerdy, have transcended their negative image

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September 23, 2018
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