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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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All content by Rachel Hull

Students look forward to ‘Night Under the Lights’ Senior Prom at Levi’s Stadium

Rachel Hull and Michelle Leung
April 23, 2015

Unmotivated seniors fail at prank wars

Rachel Hull and Michelle Leung
April 16, 2015

Students shooting video in Wildwood Park become the object of police call

Rachel Hull and Michelle Leung
March 5, 2015

Are SHS Grad Night bids unnecessarily expensive?

Rachel Hull and Michelle Leung
March 4, 2015

Senior defies stereotypes through guitar, football

Rachel Hull and Michelle Leung
February 26, 2015

From the other side of the world: Freshman from Ethiopia relates experiences

Rachel Hull and Michelle Leung
January 22, 2015

Freshman influenced by older brothers’ passion for sports

Rachel Hull and Michelle Leung
January 20, 2015

Senior finds passion beyond movements in dancing

Rachel Hull and Michelle Leung
January 12, 2015

Students reflect on experiences with doubling history

Rachel Hull and Devin Zhao
November 13, 2014

Common Roots revamps efforts to encourage help-seeking behavior

Rachel Hull and Gitika Nalwa
November 9, 2014

The sheltered life: Student volunteer develops bonds with homeless children

Rachel Hull and Michelle Leung
November 9, 2014

College essays: the ethics behind the madness

Rachel Hull
October 3, 2014

Peter Capaldi: just what the doctor ordered

Rachel Hull
October 2, 2014

School has a record 39 National Merit Semifinalists in the Class of 2015

Rachel Hull and Maya Ravichandran
September 9, 2014

New English teacher brings wealth of experience

Rachel Hull
August 31, 2014

Students protest administration’s decision to not retain popular history teacher

Rachel Hull
May 22, 2014

ASB election results announced for 2014-15 school year

Rachel Hull and Maya Ravichandran
May 5, 2014

Perspectives: A look into drug and alcohol culture on campus

Rachel Hull, Megana Iyer, and David Sparkman
March 13, 2014

History Bowl: Saratoga topples reigning national champion at home tournament

Rachel Hull and Maya Ravichandran
January 31, 2014

Math Club prepares for February AMC

Rachel Hull and Maya Ravichandran
January 22, 2014

New Year’s Resolutions: Empty promises rarely fulfilled

Rachel Hull and Maya Ravichandran
January 22, 2014

Falcon Focus: Sophomore in Math Club discusses interest in math

Maya Ravichandran and Rachel Hull
November 21, 2013
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Diary of a Sharks fan: Journalist gets an inside look

Rachel Hull
November 8, 2013

Junior reflects on ups and downs of being Pakistani

Rachel Hull and Megana Iyer
November 7, 2013

School psychologist aids students with disabilities

Rachel Hull
October 10, 2013

Yim hopes to boost Math Club membership

Rachel Hull and Maya Ravichandran
October 8, 2013

Redwood minimum days hamper students’ learning

Rachel Hull and Maya Ravichandran
October 4, 2013

Falcon Focus: Senior raises guide dogs with family

Rachel Hull and Megana Iyer
October 4, 2013
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Club creates Saratoga Falcon app for iPhones

Rachel Hull and Maya Ravichandran
June 2, 2013

Club creates Saratoga Falcon app for iPhones

Rachel Hull and Maya Ravichandran
May 28, 2013

Soda quest: Sophomore’s journey to end her obsession

Rachel Hull
May 28, 2013
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Off-campus grad night — wherever it is — promises to be memorable

Rachel Hull and Nitya Sampath
May 3, 2013

Students reflect on consequences of sleep deprivation

Rachel Hull and Nitya Sampath
April 3, 2013

Alternatively fueled cars should rise, not gas prices

Rachel Hull
March 16, 2013

Adderall helps those with ADHD, hinders those without it

Rachel Hull and Nitya Sampath
March 12, 2013

Longer winter break, school year would hamper students

Rachel Hull and Nitya Sampath
February 4, 2013

SHSTV comes long way, still has long way to go

Rachel Hull and Nitya Sampath
February 2, 2013

Technology emerges as tool for studying

Rachel Hull and Nitya Sampath
February 2, 2013

Karate enhances students’ self-defense knowledge

Rachel Hull and Sudeep Raj
December 7, 2012

Holiday spirit reaches journalism room

Rachel Hull and Nitya Sampath
December 6, 2012

Speaker motivates sophomores to be extraordinary using humor

Rachel Hull and Nitya Sampath
December 6, 2012

Field hockey strives for more wins after disappointing losses

Sanj Nalwa and Rachel Hull
October 27, 2012
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Sophomore takes mini vacation at local inn

Rachel Hull
October 23, 2012
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Foundation hopes Sports Plaza can replace athletic facilities

Rachel Hull
October 22, 2012

Trigonometry classes turn to photocopied textbooks

Rachel Hull and Carolyn Sun
September 20, 2012

Bruno contributes to girls’ field hockey team

Sanj Nalwa and Rachel Hull
September 19, 2012

Woodshop cancellation saws away hands-on learning

Rachel Hull
September 6, 2012
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