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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 Ryan Kim

April 20, 2018

Ryan Kim and Alex Yang
April 25, 2018

America has problems — and that’s OK

Ryan Kim
April 1, 2018

Teachers are entitled to their opinions — as long as they keep them to themselves

Ryan Kim
February 8, 2018

The Last Jedi: a new but dangerous hope for meme-makers

Ryan Kim
February 8, 2018

It is the student, not the school, that determines readiness for college

Ryan Kim
December 7, 2017

Net neutrality is a fundamental right

Ryan Kim and Roland Shen
December 7, 2017

‘Wonder Woman’ wows 2017

Ryan Kim
December 7, 2017

Recognizing sacrifice: A journey of empathizing with dad

Ryan Kim
November 1, 2017

We must understand the necessity of moderacy

Ryan Kim
October 27, 2017

Movie soundtracks do more than just accompany the action

Ryan Kim
October 27, 2017

Saratoga isn’t as diverse as we think

Ryan Kim
October 4, 2017
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‘70s and ‘80s music still fresh for senior

Ryan Kim
September 20, 2017

100 Word Rant: Strange slang is not lit

Ryan Kim
September 20, 2017

H-Mart: a fantastic Korean salad of diversity

Ryan Kim and Navin Tiwary
May 31, 2017

Tennis: Bells quash team’s CCS dreams

Ryan Kim and Ethan Ko
May 30, 2017

Tennis: Top-flight Monta Vista team defeats Falcons twice

Ryan Kim and Ethan Ko
March 30, 2017

Powderpuff tensions lead to competitive rally

Ryan Kim and Neil Rao
March 30, 2017

After legislative defeat, GOP should stick with Obamacare

Ryan Kim
March 28, 2017

Pi Day: a successful and fun new fundraiser

Aaron Choi and Ryan Kim
March 24, 2017

Can you sing acapella? (We can’t)

Ryan Kim and Austin Wang
March 19, 2017

Boys’ tennis prepares for CCS with new team

Ryan Kim and Ethan Ko
February 14, 2017

For the sake of progress, let’s move on

Ryan Kim
February 14, 2017

Even as colleges shift away from emphasizing SAT subject tests, students are still choosing to take them

Caitlin Ju and Ryan Kim
February 10, 2017

Senior opts to join the Navy before going to college

Ryan Kim and Saya Sivaram
February 9, 2017

Hollywood heroes have the right to political commentary; we have the right to disagree

Frederick Kim and Ryan Kim
February 6, 2017

Holes: the return of … well, holes

Ryan Kim
February 6, 2017

The power of accepting one’s name-calling

Ryan Kim
January 30, 2017

Senior’s journey to Saratoga Idol

Daniel Bessonov and Ryan Kim
January 22, 2017

Cleveland Karma on the rise; Warriors at an advantage for next year

Ava Hooman and Ryan Kim
January 19, 2017

Senior’s journey to Saratoga Idol

Daniel Bessonov and Ryan Kim
January 17, 2017
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Students adapting to the new SAT

Ryan Kim and Elicia Ye
December 15, 2016

Remember, remember our right to democracy: ‘V for Vendetta’ is a mirror for our society

Ryan Kim
December 13, 2016

Grade reputations are misconstrued

Ryan Kim and Cassandra King
December 9, 2016
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Santa for a day? No way

Ryan Kim
December 9, 2016
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Don’t compare: Discovering the true meaning of success

Ryan Kim
December 8, 2016

Post-Trump: How scarring is his legacy?

Karissa Dong and Ryan Kim
November 6, 2016

The Republican party needs to step up

Ryan Kim
November 1, 2016

Can balding grow on me?

Ryan Kim
October 27, 2016

Junior class copes with stressful month of October

Daniel Bessonov and Ryan Kim
October 27, 2016

Some violent R-rated films inappropriate for school environment

Ryan Kim
October 27, 2016

The early results are in: New schedule decreases number of tardies

Frederick Kim and Ryan Kim
October 27, 2016

Columnists: If high school is not like ‘Mean Girls,’ what is it really like?

Ryan Kim and Vivien Zhang
October 26, 2016

Falcon runners working to defend CCS championship

Ryan Kim and Ami Nachiappan
September 29, 2016

Silicon Valley tech hub grows larger

Karen Chow and Ryan Kim
September 29, 2016

Boys XC: Falcon runners working to defend CCS championship

Ryan Kim and Ami Nachiappan
September 27, 2016

Hitting the right note: Junior makes his singing debut

Ryan Kim
September 23, 2016

Freshman runner helps lead team after losses to graduation

Ryan Kim and Ami Nachiappan
September 23, 2016

iPhone 7: a waste of money

Ryan Kim and Aaron Choi
September 22, 2016

Proxima b: not really so proximate

Ryan Kim and Alex Yang
September 15, 2016

#Prayfortheworld isn’t enough

Ryan Kim
May 24, 2016

History bowl team falls short of goal at Nationals

Ryan Kim and Austin Wang
May 19, 2016

We officially can’t do pickup lines

Ryan Kim and Kyle Wang
May 18, 2016

Baseball team makes a run for the top of the league

Alex Yang and Ryan Kim
March 29, 2016

Feb. 12, 2016

Ryan Kim and Austin Wang
February 12, 2016

Jan. 8, 2016

Saro Acharya and Ryan Kim
January 8, 2016

Committee works to finalize next year’s schedule

Michelle Lee and Ryan Kim
December 3, 2015

New coders club immerses students in computer science field

Cassandra King and Ryan Kim
December 1, 2015

Students become semifinalists in Siemens Competition

Ryan Kim and Navin Tiwary
October 23, 2015

GPA boost shouldn’t boost stress

Ryan Kim and Amulya Vadlakonda
October 22, 2015

Sept. 18, 2015

Ryan Kim and Austin Wang
September 18, 2015
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