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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
Saratoga Team 1, senior Alan Lu, junior Lawson Wang, sophomores Andy Lu and Seabert Mao, senior Skyler Mao and sophomore Vivian Zhong (left to right), hold their 3rd place trophy.
Math club places third at Berkeley tournament
November 17, 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
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
Mascots and volunteers cheering runners on as they cross the finish line.
Saratoga 5K Fun Run: a blend of community and competition
November 13, 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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CCS hopes uncertain after string of losses

CCS hopes uncertain after string of losses

Sina Salehi
May 16, 2022
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The only Valentine I want is a Santa Cruz 5010cc XO1 RSV

Sina Salehi
April 18, 2022
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Reggae is a Bam Bam

Sina Salehi
March 31, 2022
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How I tragically lost my beanie

Sina Salehi
March 15, 2022
The only Valentine I want is a Santa Cruz 5010cc XO1 RSV

The only Valentine I want is a Santa Cruz 5010cc XO1 RSV

Sina Salehi
February 4, 2022
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Leave my desktop alone

Sina Salehi
December 18, 2021
Cycling like a pro for a week: hundreds of miles, lots of pain

Cycling like a pro for a week: hundreds of miles, lots of pain

Sina Salehi
November 7, 2021
MAP 11 students attend “Hamilton” performance at Broadway San Jose

MAP 11 students attend “Hamilton” performance at Broadway San Jose

Sina Salehi and Minsui Tang
October 22, 2021
This cow nearly killed Sina!

Sessioning Switzerland

Sina Salehi
September 17, 2021
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Time Zone Torture: hopping between time zones too many times

Sina Salehi
April 2, 2021
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Solution to Puerto Rican crisis overlooked in statehood debate

Sina Salehi
March 30, 2021
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DNA genealogy tests prove insightful but questionable

Sina Salehi
January 21, 2021
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Armenian attempts at control of Nagorno-Karabakh undermine the region’s demographics

Sina Salehi
January 21, 2021
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As politics become blurrier, homogenizing friendships won’t help

Sina Salehi
January 19, 2021
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Photo or Graphic for: Elementary schools should not reopen, even in hybrid mode

Allen Luo
November 5, 2020
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How LED light strips ruined my life

Sina Salehi
November 3, 2020
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Photo or Graphic for: Which food delivery service is best for you?

Martin Xu
September 10, 2020
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Indie music genres prove better alternative to mainstream music

Sina Salehi
September 6, 2020
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Bian to receive NorCal Scholar athlete award

Sina Salehi
March 31, 2020

The last egg has been laid

Sina Salehi
March 10, 2020

Wrestling team making gains despite inexperience

Andy Chen and Sina Salehi
January 29, 2020

Without a consistent media spotlight, Iranian protests won’t succeed in long term

Sina Salehi
January 24, 2020

‘Joker’ leads Oscars nominations filled with unpredictable picks

Sina Salehi
January 24, 2020

New Wellness Center aims to help students destress

Harshini Velchamy and Sina Salehi
November 25, 2019

Fresh yolks on the daily menu come with a steep learning curve

Sina Salehi
November 24, 2019

Just Learn It: How the process for selecting the yearly theme could be better

Sina Salehi and Benjamin Li
November 15, 2019

Just learning the hard way how to not get injured

Sina Salehi
November 15, 2019

After successful Crystal performance, boys’ cross country gears up for future meets

Nitya Marimuthu and Sina Salehi
October 16, 2019

Student-athletes gain insight from college recruitment process

Sina Salehi
September 11, 2019

Seeking to catch coaches’ attention, student athletes attend summer camps

Nitya Marimuthu and Sina Salehi
September 10, 2019

School’s webstore’s presence expanded

Jeffrey Ma and Sina Salehi
September 9, 2019

Boys’ cross country team hopes to cross previous obstacles unscathed

Sina Salehi and Nitya Marimuthu
September 9, 2019
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