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Unaware of its lethal effects, Grace, Kathryn and Irene paint their faces with radium to scare their supervisor, Mrs. Macneil.
‘Radium Girls’ featured skilled actors, intriguing artistic choices and admirable characters who fight for justice
December 3, 2024
Seniors Hillary Gonzalez and Claire Zheng present their project with the help of the ASRC Club at the Synopsys Science Fair.
Advanced Science Research Club encourages students to further their learning beyond the classroom
December 2, 2024
On Nov. 18 at the m101, the percussion students rehearse from 5:30-7:30 p.m. under the instruction of percussion director Sean Clark in preparation for their preview concert and the Midwest Clinic.
Percussion group prepares to attend the Midwest Clinic for the first time in school history
December 2, 2024
Six out of ten of California propositions passed.
Seniors vote in Nov. 5 general election
December 2, 2024
The finalized design of the journalism mural.
New student-led journalism mural aims to celebrate free speech and student voice
December 1, 2024
NewJeans members try to fly in to save the day — albeit through a YouTube live — by demanding HYBE Chairman Bang Si-hyuk to reinstate former ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin.
Famous K-pop company HYBE kicks out sublabel CEO for coup allegations
December 2, 2024
Just one more episode…or maybe two
How many seasons are enough for a TV show?
December 2, 2024
The show is a worthy sequel to Wandavision.
‘Agatha All Along’: a show Marvel got right
December 1, 2024
Matt Maltese’s “Driving Just To Drive” album, one of my all time favorites.
5 album recommendations catered to Laufey lovers
November 27, 2024
Actress Naomi Scott playing Skye Riley brings to life a terrifying transformation through subtle changes.
‘Smile 2’ mixes traditional jump scare and psychological horror
November 20, 2024
Longtime fan Sameera Kapur at a San Jose Sharks game
Super fan supports Sharks despite hockey team’s cellar-dwelling ways
December 2, 2024
The cheer team poses for a photo together at the JAMZ competition on Nov. 9.
Cheer places 4th in first competition of the year and qualifies for nationals
November 29, 2024
The three sports: swimming, soccer and baseball take place at different times in the day
Morning grind, afternoon push or night hustle: Athletes find the perfect workout time
November 29, 2024
Senior soccer player Hillary Gonzalez commits to Wellesley.
Senior soccer player finds academic and athletic balance at Wellesley College
November 27, 2024
With a love for the warm weather in San Diego, Coghlan commits to UCSD and plans to major in molecular and cell biology.
Coghlan commits to Division I rowing at UC San Diego
November 21, 2024
Teachers who teach the same class but give different tests hurt students' ability to compete and succeed.
Lack of standardization among teachers creates unequal academic playing field
November 27, 2024
The student vote is one of their most powerful weapons.
Students should be allowed a vote in the school board
November 22, 2024
Shakespeare’s place in English Curriculums is indisputable
Shakespeare, though challenging, remains an essential component of English curriculum
November 22, 2024
Cigarette packaging should depict frightening images on the front and sides, clearly communicating the consequences of smoking.
Cigarette packaging needs to be more graphic in its dire warnings
November 15, 2024
Journalism labor unions have firmly opposed the bill, calling it a “shakedown.”
‘Undemocratic’ deal reached between Google and California news outlets
November 7, 2024
The perfect activity for Christmas: snuggling up by the fireplace.
How I wish to be a chestnut roasting over the open fire
December 2, 2024
I’ll finally be able to achieve my academic weapon dreams with my ideal schedule.
My ideal schedule — goodbye, 7th-period math.
November 27, 2024
Personally, I really need some noodle slippers.
My 8-year-old self would be sad to see ‘5-Minute Crafts’ go — but I’m not
November 20, 2024
A hearty stew such as a beef bourguignon is perfect for a cold winter day.
Winter break bucket list: cooking galore
November 18, 2024
Don’t hate until you try it.
Top 10: weirdly good food combos that might get you flamed
November 16, 2024

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All content by Shannon Ma

Senior Mag 2023: Cars crash, but friendships last

Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang
August 30, 2023
The Symphonic Wind Ensemble (SWE) and Freshman Band/Symphonic Band (FBSB) rehearse for numerous concerts and performances in the second semester. 

Band transitions from marching to concert season, looks forwards to performances in second semester

Saachi Jain and Shannon Ma
February 6, 2023
2 teachers awarded the University of Chicago’s ‘Outstanding Educator Award’

2 teachers awarded the University of Chicago’s ‘Outstanding Educator Award’

Saachi Jain and Shannon Ma
November 19, 2022
Marching band won 4th place at the Sacramento regional championships on Nov. 5.

Blossoming with ‘Blossom’: Marching band caps off a season of growth

Shannon Ma
November 17, 2022
Musk’s infamous “poop” emoji tweet to the Twitter team. 

Musk isn’t perfect, but he’s the best bet to steer the future of Twitter

Shannon Ma
October 26, 2022
Junior Tejas Tirthapura practices his viola at home.

Want to be smart? Play an instrument

Shannon Ma
September 20, 2022
Top 10: annoying orchestra sections

Top 10: annoying orchestra sections

Shannon Ma and Carolyn Wang
September 11, 2022
73 questions: conversations with the school community

73 questions: conversations with the school community

Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Sarah Zhou
May 30, 2022
APUSH students compete at the 2022 National History Day State Finals in Sacramento

APUSH students compete at the 2022 National History Day State Finals in Sacramento

Shannon Ma and Jonathan Si
May 22, 2022
SSO performers at the year-end concert on May 19th, after performing tour piece “Slavonic Dance” by Antonín Dvořák

Orchestra and band students headed to Europe this summer

Shannon Ma
May 22, 2022
Astrology is wonderful, but horoscope sites are infuriatingly useless

Predictions for a stressful week

Shannon Ma
March 31, 2022
The Saratoga Symphony Orchestra stands with Mr. Boitz at the end of their performance.  

Music department hosts exclusive electives night performances

Shannon Ma
March 10, 2022
Junior Jenny Campbell practices at the Ice Center in Oakland.

Jenny Campbell: Thriving on Thin Ice as a Jr. Sharks ice hockey player

Shannon Ma
March 4, 2022
Nathan Chen strikes his ending pose at the end of his successful free-skate performance to “Rocketman.”

The new Chen-eration of figure skating has begun

Shannon Ma
March 4, 2022
My natural hair versus my straight-permed hair

Perms lead to regrets.

Shannon Ma
January 20, 2022
Four mainstream horror movies that left a lasting impression on me.

Ranking horror movies I tried to watch before bolting from the room

Shannon Ma
January 7, 2022
Me performing my solo “The Seed” at the Kids’ Artistic Revue (KAR) National Title Competition in Las Vegas over the summer 

Dance should receive more recognition as a sport

Shannon Ma
November 29, 2021
The music building looks stunning from inside to outside and offers vast, useful space

Music building remains elite campus hotspot

Shannon Ma
November 29, 2021
Junior Atley Yuen plays the xylophone at the Napa Valley Band Reserve

Marching band finishes season on high note

Shannon Ma and Brian Sheen
November 19, 2021
Mathway was a commonly used website that many students used to cheat during remote learning.

From cheating online to struggling in person

Shannon Ma and Stephanie Sun
November 14, 2021

Marching band retakes the field

Shannon Ma and Brian Sheen
October 9, 2021
Ranking popular water bottles from first to worst

Ranking popular water bottles from first to worst

Christina Chang and Shannon Ma
October 8, 2021
All Junior Quad Day participants mosh together in the haze of blue powder to cap off their performance

Junior class spirit shines, brings ‘Scooby Doo’ to life

Shannon Ma
October 7, 2021
Music department back on track after rough pandemic year

Music department back on track after rough pandemic year

Shannon Ma and Nikhil Mathihalli
September 20, 2021
Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe

Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe

Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, and Minsui Tang
September 9, 2021
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