Author name: The Lightning Rod

Board of Ed. Reaffirms the District’s “Safe, Inclusive and High-Quality Education for Every Student” Resolution

March 31, 2025 by Olivia Clemmensen (‘26) On Thursday, March 27th, Saratoga Springs’ Board of Education held a meeting in the Teaching Auditorium of Saratoga Springs High School, with their main goal being to vote on the reinstatement of the “Affirming our Support for Every Student” resolution. Seven Board Members voted “Yes” to this resolution, […]

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April 1st: Simple Pranks or World Domination?

March 31, 2025 by Olivia Howe (‘26) As April Fool’s Day is approaching this Tuesday, people around the U.S. are practicing their best jokes, testing out whoopie cushions, and plotting detailed pranks to prepare for one of the most practiced holidays in the nation. However, this year our usual small schemes like these are being

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Prom Tickets, the Department of Education and ICE: A Global News Update  

March 31, 2025 by Olivia Clemmensen (‘26) Local:  -SSHS Junior/Senior Prom Tickets are on Sale: Prom season is upon us! The joined Saratoga Springs High School prom for Juniors and Seniors will be May 17th at the Saratoga Springs City Center 6pm-10pm. Ticket sales will begin on April 2nd and end May 2nd online and

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Shocking Headlines of the Week

March 31, 2025 by Elias Prodger (‘26) Woman From the SSHS Announcements Hosts Hit Game Show “Name That Cancelled Bus!!!”  At approximately 1:10 PM every weekday, the students of Saratoga Springs High School gather in their respective classrooms to take part in the brilliant new game show “Name That Cancelled Bus!!!” In the moments leading

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The Alien Enemies Act, Volleyball and Tornadoes: A Global News Update

March 17, 2025 by Olivia Clemmensen (‘26) Local: -SSHS Student Body Volleyball Tournament: This past Friday, students at Saratoga Springs High School created teams of 6-10 people to face off in a highly spirited and intense volleyball tournament. Over 20 teams of students showed up in the Blue and White Gyms and brought the classic

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I Am Music: Analyzing Playboi Carti’s Highly Anticipated Album

March 17, 2025 by Elias Prodger (‘26) and Max Vogel (’26)  Well everybody, it’s finally here. After over four years of self-indulgent, frustrating teases of snippets on a dormant Instagram account along with a handful of new singles, influential and cult favorite rapper Playboi Carti has given us a new album. We can dive into

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Saratoga Drama Club’s Legally Blonde: A High-Energy, Heartfelt Story of Empowerment

March 17, 2025 by Isabella Barrett(‘26) In a world where pop culture often glamorizes beauty, wealth, and external perfection, “Legally Blonde” shines through that with an empowering message that defies these superficial expectations. Based on the 2001 film, this musical delivers a captivating blend of catchy songs, witty humor, and an inspiring story about self-discovery

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Toga Shades of Blue Club: Creative Writers and a Community

March 17, 2025 by Allison Richard (‘26) Saratoga Springs High School has many clubs, one for every type of person, and for almost every interest. The Shades of Blue club provides a platform for students to express themselves through written words and community involvement. The club’s vice president, Charlotte Demott, expressed her insights on the

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The Only Woman You Should Be Celebrating This Month: Me

March 17, 2025 by Ava Tatum (‘25) The other day someone emailed me “I love your articles, please don’t die”. Most people think this is funny, but I took it very seriously. I know I’m going to die one day; the question is, who will replace me? After careful consideration, I’ve decided to leave it

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