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Mothers of middle and high school students from across the Bay Area listen to MomsConnect 2024 panelists on Sept. 22.
Safine among panelists for non-profit Chai with Moms inaugural event
October 10, 2024
Ward talks to a representative from Hult International Business School as part of a college fair on Sept. 23
The CCC’s services are here to help students through the application process
October 5, 2024
To conserve paper and reduce the risk of cheating, College Board has made the decision to transition toward an almost fully digital testing model for their Advanced Placement (AP) courses.
Changes to AP testing procedures set to take effect in 2025
October 5, 2024
“A Dark Future” currently holds three titles: Lift-off Global Network Sessions Official Selection, Official Winners of the One Earth Film Festival Young Filmmakers Contest and Regeneration International Youth Film Selection.
MAP grade 11 project “A Dark Future” wins International Environmental Film Award
September 29, 2024
During their first meeting on Sept. 12, Slime Club members mix a large bowl of glue with an activator to make slime.
New Slime Club is drawing over 60 members each meeting
September 26, 2024
A screenshot of SHS Fizz where students post content ranging from academics to shower thoughts
New SHS-focused Instagram confessions page stirs concerns
October 4, 2024
The crevice is widening between the ideologies of America’s two leading parties.
Deepening political divides are fragmenting America
September 26, 2024
History classes rely on using reliable sources when discussing political events.
When politics intrude into the classroom
September 26, 2024
Big data corporations like Disney are more involved in data stealing than you may think.
Behind a curtain of ‘transparency,’ many companies process user data undercover
September 25, 2024
A name like that might just give poor X a case of torrential bullying.
Elon Musk cursed his son by naming him X æ A-xii Musk
September 24, 2024
Young NFL stars James Cook and Marvin Harrison Jr. celebrated their breakout campaigns in blowout victories.
Fantasy Football Overview Weeks 1-4: Wild breakout performances and disappointing injuries
October 5, 2024
On Aug. 24, Zhang competes in the 50-meter freestyle in the preliminary round at Junior Pan-Pacific Championships.
Talented swimmer goes to Australia to compete at 2024 Junior Pan-Pacific Championships
September 30, 2024
Freshmen Delsin Dizoglio and Kaylee Ren play physical tic-tac-toe in period 6 P.E.
New mandatory P.E. rule for freshmen goes into effect
September 29, 2024
The Falcons huddle before their first scrimmage of the season against Evergreen on Sept. 5th.
Football team sees hard work pay off as a dominant 42-7 win against the Pioneers places them 2-0 in league
September 29, 2024
In last year’s matchup with Santa Clara, senior Sydney Riera controls the game from the middle of the field.
Field hockey team hopes to find improvement during rebuild
September 24, 2024
The balance of power at the school sites is heavily outweighed by the district.
Staff editorial: As the board levels up on district office personnel, LG and SHS staff suffer negative impacts
October 10, 2024
The Monopoly theme is a mere shadow of what it could have been.
This year’s Homecoming theme for the senior class is a major disappointment
October 10, 2024
Kamala Harris represents the U.S. in international politics.
Kamala Harris brings long-awaited and indispensable gender and ethnic representation to U.S. politics
September 30, 2024
No phone use on campus will prove to be a health and safety hazard.
Cell phones have a healthy and necessary role in schools
September 26, 2024
In the dark reality of social media, family channels have let money and fame blind them.
YouTube Family channels too often lead to child exploitation
September 24, 2024
Real-life image of my friend with AirPods while studying.
Top-10 classical music pieces to take a listen to
October 5, 2024
The library is the perfect place to work
100-word rave: A love letter to tutorials
September 26, 2024
An example of a WeTip poster depicting the impact of negative comments hangs in Meghan Laws’ English classroom.
WeTip posters aim to provide a way to report harassment, bullying and other issues
September 26, 2024
Stationery products from Muji
Top 10 best stationery brands
September 24, 2024
A paper knife is like trying to become an academic weapon — it’s not as magnificent or sustainable as it appears.
New year, new habits: I tried to become an academic weapon
September 24, 2024

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All content by Sarah Finley

‘Gatsby’: stellar cast, but serious missteps

Cristina Curcelli and Sarah Finley
May 22, 2013
Student Reaction

Students react to arrests, media blitz in Pott sexual assault case

Cristina Curcelli, Sarah Finley, Samuel Liu, and Karen Sung
April 13, 2013

Students recall first driving experiences

Sarah Finley
February 28, 2013

ASB dedicates month to charity

Sarah Finley and Simi Srivastava
February 26, 2013
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Leadership class holds Speak Up for Change Week

Sarah Finley
January 21, 2013
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Athletes remark on effects of starting a sport after freshman year

Sarah Finley
January 17, 2013

Field hockey team suffers tough loss in CCS quarterfinals

Sarah Finley and Ingrid Hong
November 21, 2012
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Talent for art displayed at Big Basin Cafe

Sarah Finley and Carol Suh
November 18, 2012
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Students who drive cope with high gas prices

Sarah Finley and Karen Sung
November 15, 2012
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Junior finds new pursuits following devastating injuries from gymnastics

Sarah Finley and Karen Sung
October 29, 2012
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Teen Truth Live assembly sends positive message to freshmen

Sarah Finley and Simi Srivastava
October 12, 2012
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Field hockey team led by 12 seniors

Sarah Finley and Ingrid Hong
October 9, 2012
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Changes to Link Crew incorporate student input

Sarah Finley
August 31, 2012

Field hockey team optimistic about upcoming season

Ingrid Hong and Sarah Finley
August 30, 2012

Seniors choose to cast their votes in upcoming election

Sarah Finley
August 29, 2012
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Members of multicultural family celebrate benefits

Cristina Curcelli and Sarah Finley
May 2, 2012

Stranger’s kindness catches sophomore by surprise

Sarah Finley
May 1, 2012

Music trip to Santa Monica an eye-opener

Sarah Finley
April 25, 2012
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Sophomore named ‘Next Teen Tycoon’

Cristina Curcelli and Sarah Finley
March 28, 2012

NYC teacher ratings ineffective, unfair

Cristina Curcelli and Sarah Finley
March 21, 2012

Bombay in the Bay: Time, energy devoted to careful planning of performance

Sarah Finley
March 21, 2012

‘Words with Friends’ made unfair by clever usage of online dictionaries

Sarah Finley
February 8, 2012
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Items over-valued by society

Sarah Finley
February 8, 2012

Debate begins over proposed full block schedule idea

Cristina Curcelli and Sarah Finley
January 29, 2012

San Jose single-use plastic bag ban a step in the right direction

Sarah Finley
January 26, 2012

Sophomore excels at vaulting

Sarah Finley
December 14, 2011
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Underclassman dreads future loss of sleep

Sarah Finley
December 14, 2011

It’s a Fincelli thing.

Cristina Curcelli and Sarah Finley
December 9, 2011
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Columnist ponders the future of the penny

Sarah Finley
December 5, 2011

Students express dislike for parts of holiday culture

Sarah Finley
November 21, 2011

Field hockey defeats top opponents

Cristina Curcelli and Sarah Finley
November 2, 2011

Field hockey: Recent wins encourage team

Cristina Curcelli and Sarah Finley
October 24, 2011

Traditions in Color Guard culture bring members together

Sarah Finley
October 21, 2011

Track to be redone during winter holiday break

Sarah Finley and Sophie Mattson
October 20, 2011

Field hockey beats Los Gatos 1-0

Cristina Curcelli and Sarah Finley
October 14, 2011

Field hockey faces class imbalance

Cristina Curcelli and Sarah Finley
September 22, 2011

Football coach Tim Lugo fills position of athletic director

Sophie Mattson and Sarah Finley
September 22, 2011

Field hockey is on their game in pre-season

Cristina Curcelli and Sarah Finley
September 16, 2011

Past graduates claim SHS prepares students well for future

Sarah Finley
September 12, 2011

Past Homecoming traditions remembered by staff

Sarah Finley
September 12, 2011

Field hockey ties Cupertino in first game of pre-season

Cristina Curcelli and Sarah Finley
September 9, 2011
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