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Senior Aria Zhang and sophomore Sophie Poon (bottom right) perform in their SSAA ensemble among other talented students from other schools
Nine students qualify for the Coastal Regional Honor Choir
November 21, 2024
One of the school’s top-of-the-line AEDs
School ramps up AED count on campus
November 20, 2024
Students listen to Natasha Schatzman’s presentation in the student center on Nov. 15.
NASA aerospace engineer shares research in aeromechanics and aeroacoustics
November 20, 2024
Acting superintendent Heath Rocha speaks during the Nov. 12 board meeting.
New concerns arise over former superintendent Sanderson’s 2022 hiring
November 20, 2024
The flyer for this year’s Winter Formal hangs up around school and is posted on social media.
Tickets for Winter Formal sell out before purchase window closes
November 20, 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
BASIC officers at a boba fundraiser on Oct. 2.
BASIC club emphasizes youth action on humanitarian aid
November 18, 2024
The U.S., China and Taiwan, among other nations, are engaged in one of the fastest-growing tech races in history to develop and produce the best semiconductors and AI.
The U.S. is playing catchup in the semiconductor race. Is it too late to win?
November 12, 2024
Highlights of freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors dances during Homecoming week from Oct. 14-19.
Behind the scenes: Meet the choreographers who brought the Homecoming dance to life
November 2, 2024
Students gather around the table at the top of the quad steps during the voter registration drive on Sept. 25.
Revived Democracy Matters club kicks off the school year with successful election events
October 30, 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
Senior Saira Ramakrishnan pitches for the Saratoga Falcons.
Senior softball player commits to University of Rochester
November 20, 2024
The team gathered around a fire during their retreat to enjoy s’mores and build team chemistry.
Girls’ basketball team aims to build winning culture in pre-season after eye-opening retreat
November 20, 2024
Recap of fall sports.
Fall Sports Recap: Toga teams fight hard to the end
November 16, 2024
The girls’ tennis team poses for a group photo.
Girls’ tennis finishes the regular season with a solid victory
November 16, 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
Test dates make or break our vacation
The bliss and benefits of having tests before breaks
October 31, 2024
Here’s why you should vote against Prop 34.
Prop 34’s devious methods target non-profits
October 30, 2024
Please let me understand my mistakes.
100-word rant: Let me use the answer key to check my work
October 28, 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
A girl cries as she realizes her wallet is empty.
Resisting the urge to splurge: regulating money spent on lunchtime outings
November 11, 2024
The seating chart is often like a game of Russian Roulette, you either sit next to your best friend or next to your ex.
Top 10: Reasons to request a seat change
November 5, 2024

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September 21, 2015

The downsides of having a famous parent

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September 14, 2015

Juice cleansing: Is it really worth it?

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September 13, 2015

Junior goes to Guatemala for unique volunteer opportunity

Shazia Gupta and Sweeya Raj
May 19, 2015

Can you be a Target employee for a day?

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February 5, 2015

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December 4, 2014

Team places second in league, heads to CCS

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November 12, 2014

Junior comes face to face with a lioness

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October 13, 2014

Orchestra to travel to Spain this summer

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May 23, 2014

Artists gradually transitioning to pop genre

Shazia Gupta and Sweeya Raj
May 22, 2014

Robotics team competes in Colorado tournament

Shazia Gupta and Sweeya Raj
May 1, 2014

Some parents are becoming college-obsessed

Sweeya Raj and Shazia Gupta
April 15, 2014

Boys’ Track: Team experiences success in recent meets

Shazia Gupta and Dorrie Tang
April 14, 2014

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April 2, 2014
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Sophomore actress lands role in ‘NCIS’ as a Taliban sniper

Shazia Gupta and Sweeya Raj
April 2, 2014

SHS staff emerges victorious in second annual charity basketball game against Redwood

Shazia Gupta
April 1, 2014

ASB Advisory Opinion: Exploring student say in administrative policies

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February 12, 2014

Jazz Cab expected to have more entertainment

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February 12, 2014

SLEEP IS FOR THE WEAK; 64 hours of hacking, four hours of sleep

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Boys’ track preview

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January 29, 2014

Mexico exchange students visit Saratoga

Becky Hoag and Shazia Gupta
January 6, 2014

Mexico exchange students visit Saratoga

Becky Hoag and Shazia Gupta
December 11, 2013

Midterm appointments for ASB and commissions a smarter idea

Shazia Gupta and Robert Eng
December 11, 2013

Students start their own fundraisers

Shazia Gupta and Sweeya Raj
December 11, 2013

Junior Olympic Athletes: Waterpolo Player

Shazia Gupta
October 31, 2013
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Cook Indian food by ourselves? Game on.

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October 29, 2013

First Comedy Sportz show a hilarious success

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Time to work: Homecoming coming soon

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