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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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Stephen Ding and Aaron Choi
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New school resource officer works to forge connections

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Sophomore shares experience of living with five siblings

Stephen Ding and Andrew Lee
September 12, 2017

Softball’s home run season makes history

Stephen Ding and Neil Rao
May 31, 2017

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Stephen Ding and Elicia Ye
May 25, 2017

A rabbit-induced obsession with carrots

Stephen Ding
May 1, 2017

Softball: Davey adapts to role as team’s main pitcher

Stephen Ding, Neil Rao, and Jenny Qian
March 30, 2017

Club hopes for another successful ‘Pennies for Patients’ campaign

Stephen Ding and Vivien Zhang
March 28, 2017

Softball prepares for new season

Stephen Ding and Neil Rao
February 10, 2017

Robotics: a way of life for the Frances

Stephen Ding and Alexandra Li
February 10, 2017

Swimming out of control?

Stephen Ding
January 30, 2017

Girls’ volleyball fights hard to reach CCS

Karen Chow and Stephen Ding
November 1, 2016

Quad Day recap: Freshmen sprout wings and soar through unsteady winds

Stephen Ding
October 5, 2016

Medical treatment: A human right or privilege?

Christopher Lee and Stephen Ding
October 3, 2016

Girls’ volleyball brings their A game

Stephen Ding and Karen Chow
September 26, 2016
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Students change lives by building homes in Mexico

Stephen Ding and Austin Wang
May 19, 2016

Waking early, Isa Berardo makes rallies happen

Stephen Ding
April 14, 2016

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Stephen Ding
December 7, 2015

Not adding up: Berkeley math professor unjustly fired

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November 22, 2015

DECA and FIDM partner for fashion challenge

Stephen Ding and Caitlin Ju
November 22, 2015

Seniors take on roles in Homecoming for the first time

Stephen Ding and Austin Wang
October 28, 2015

Top 10 things to do on Halloween

Stephen Ding and Olivia Lu
October 28, 2015

MESH unites musicians of all ages

Stephen Ding and Angela Liu
October 22, 2015

SCOPE finds new place among volunteering clubs

Stephen Ding and Katherine Sun
October 21, 2015
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