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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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November 20, 2009

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Shannon Galvin
September 2, 2009

Challenge Day necessary for student bonding

Shannon Galvin
April 17, 2009

Merit pay for teachers makes sense

Shannon Galvin and Vijay Menon
April 17, 2009

Say hi to Wi-Fi: SHS starts Wi-Fi network

Shannon Galvin and Apeksha Sharma
April 16, 2009

Athlete of the Issue: Stacee Mendonca

Shannon Galvin and Rebecca Nguyen
March 10, 2009

Coffee: America’s favorite drug

Shannon Galvin and Andy Tsao
March 10, 2009

Library aims to update offerings

Apeksha Sharma and Shannon Galvin
February 11, 2009
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Students witness landmark inauguration

Shannon Galvin and Annie Lee
January 23, 2009

Sports Boosters go crabby

Shannon Galvin
January 14, 2009

It’s time to stop cheating

Shannon Galvin and Melody Zhang
January 5, 2009
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SHS drops eight places for top high schools

Shannon Galvin and Tiffany Tung
December 15, 2008

Field hockey battles Los Gatos for CCS championship, grabs second place

Shannon Galvin and Ren Norris
December 2, 2008

Saratoga battles Los Gatos for CCS championship, grabs second place

Shannon Galvin and Ren Norris
November 25, 2008

Field hockey advances to CCS finals

Shannon Galvin
November 21, 2008

Few choose option to excuse own absences at 18

Shannon Galvin and Vijay Menon
November 20, 2008

Field hockey advances to semifinals at CCS

Shannon Galvin
November 17, 2008

Sutton, poetry commended by City Council

Shannon Galvin
November 6, 2008

Strange encounters at the DMV

Shannon Galvin
October 30, 2008

Douglass supports strong defense for field hockey

Shannon Galvin and Ren Norris
October 30, 2008

Field hockey rivals face off for first place

Shannon Galvin and Ren Norris
October 16, 2008

Don’t mess with Texas: guns in school

Shannon Galvin and Saniha Shankar
October 13, 2008
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Juniors take on ‘Saratokyo’

Shannon Galvin
October 7, 2008

Injuries cripple field hockey

Ren Norris and Shannon Galvin
September 18, 2008
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Parents attend Back to School Night

Shannon Galvin
September 16, 2008
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Publication of Bay Magazine sparks interest in journalism

Shannon Galvin and Tim Tsai
September 10, 2008
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Field hockey opens pre-season against Prospect

Shannon Galvin and Ren Norris
September 4, 2008
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