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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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Andrew Lee and Kevin Sze
April 2, 2020

With illnesses and deaths from vaping, school officials everywhere must take more action

Sandhya Sundaram
February 12, 2020

Ditch commercialized gifts this Valentine’s Day

Sofia Jones and Sandhya Sundaram
February 12, 2020

I may be partially deaf

Sandhya Sundaram
October 30, 2019

Democratic debate shows that healthcare and race are of huge importance

Sandhya Sundaram
September 23, 2019

This Spanish Drink wakes you up better than your mom

Sandhya Sundaram
September 13, 2019

Teachers unwind from the grind with trips and relaxation

Anna Novoselov and Sandhya Sundaram
May 22, 2019

Regular classes should be significantly easier than their AP counterparts

Sandhya Sundaram
April 2, 2019

New GSA club discusses LGBTQ issues

Sandhya Sundaram and Amanda Zhu
April 1, 2019

Reporters attempt to go viral on TikTok

Sofia Jones and Sandhya Sundaram
March 26, 2019

Are Gen Z and Millennial stereotypes really true?

Anna Novoselov and Sandhya Sundaram
February 14, 2019

WiSTEM plans outreach event for middle schoolers

Sandhya Sundaram and Amanda Zhu
February 14, 2019

Love My Buns? I don’t think so…

Sofia Jones and Sandhya Sundaram
February 12, 2019

Some students think flip flop policy is a flop, but administrators disagree

Sandhya Sundaram and Eileen Bui
December 12, 2018

Academic programs should reconsider how they present themselves

Anna Novoselov and Sandhya Sundaram
December 11, 2018

Winter haters, vacation to Palm Springs

Sandhya Sundaram
December 10, 2018

We met Santa at an Artisan Faire

Sofia Jones and Sandhya Sundaram
November 28, 2018

Serenading unsuspecting freshmen with “Shrek” songs falls flat

Sofia Jones and Sandhya Sundaram
October 25, 2018

Open-campus Club Fair to span two days

Amanda Zhu and Sandhya Sundaram
September 25, 2018
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Facebook continues to dominate school communications, despite parental concern

Neeti Badve and Sandhya Sundaram
September 24, 2018

Should past comments, racist behavior ruin the popularity of top YouTubers?

Sandhya Sundaram
September 23, 2018

Fashion slip-up: Trying and failing to thrift

Sandhya Sundaram
September 20, 2018

Having a job teaches lessons that can’t be learned in a classroom

Sandhya Sundaram
September 20, 2018
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Congresswoman holds forum on gun violence

Sandhya Sundaram
May 30, 2018

I tried living like a Victoria’s Secret Model for a day

Sandhya Sundaram
May 30, 2018

Class participation should be stressed less to promote quality discussions

Sandhya Sundaram
May 9, 2018

Blast from the past: Catapulted water balloons injured teachers, leading to rule changes

Kaylene Morrison and Sandhya Sundaram
May 9, 2018
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Beloved Spanish teacher to retire after four decades in the district

Anna Novoselov and Sandhya Sundaram
May 4, 2018

Boys’ volleyball: season starts with wins

Jayne Zhou and Sandhya Sundaram
March 15, 2018

Sheehy’s World History classes compete for doughnuts through trivia

Anishi Patel and Sandhya Sundaram
March 15, 2018

Sophomore pursues acting through small roles

Sandhya Sundaram
March 14, 2018

Strength-based teaching promotes the wrong values

Anna Novoselov and Sandhya Sundaram
March 14, 2018

Strength-based teaching promotes the wrong values

Anna Novoselov and Sandhya Sundaram
March 14, 2018

Student band helps relieve stress

Jayne Zhou and Sandhya Sundaram
March 13, 2018

Future for annual trip to Mexico unclear with Rodriguex’s retirement in June

Sandhya Sundaram and Phoebe Wang
February 13, 2018

Boys’ soccer overcomes injuries to key players

Jay Kim and Sandhya Sundaram
January 29, 2018

Students ‘Finesse’ their way through life

Sandhya Sundaram
January 23, 2018
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V-day was a lot sweeter when we got free candy

Sandhya Sundaram
January 19, 2018
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Female football player tackles wrestling

Kaylene Morrison and Sandhya Sundaram
December 8, 2017

Winter Formal askings this year less grand than usual

Connie Liang and Sandhya Sundaram
November 30, 2017

To play or not to play? Outdoor sports teams adjust to extreme weather

Sandhya Sundaram
November 28, 2017

Insensitive insults demean the disabled

Sandhya Sundaram
November 16, 2017

Boys’ soccer: Team hopes to replace Yu’s scoring punch

Sandhya Sundaram
November 16, 2017

New registrar chose career in education after long tech career

Sandhya Sundaram and Ananya Vadlakonda
October 19, 2017

PSA’s

Connie Liang, Sandhya Sundaram, Howard Tang, Elaine Toh, Rahul Vadlakonda, and
October 17, 2017

Girls’ volleyball fights for wins in upper league

Sandhya Sundaram
October 17, 2017
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Athletic trainer’s shadows help treat injured athletes, gaining work experience

Sandhya Sundaram and Kaylene Morrison
October 13, 2017

Brandless, more like Brand-miss

Sandhya Sundaram and Amy Tang
October 3, 2017

Girls’ volleyball: Falcons to be tested in higher league

Sandhya Sundaram
September 15, 2017
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