Author name: The Lightning Rod

SSHS Students’ Opinions on the Presidential Election

By Elle Wilcox   While the Presidential Election may have passed, views on the candidates, Donald Trump and Joe Biden, have not. Student voters around the halls of Saratoga Springs High School have given statements on their views on the 2020 election. Some support Biden, and some support Trump. Either way, many students at Saratoga […]

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The Legacy Project: Potential Renovations to SSHS

By Julian Silva-Forbes   On December 8th, SSCSD residents will vote on whether to approve the Legacy Project, which would provide improvements and renovations to buildings throughout the school district. At Saratoga Springs high school, featured projects would include cafeteria renovations, a new fitness center, select classroom renovations, enhanced security, traffic improvements, and general building

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Sleep Deprived: Waking Up in High School

A documentary about sleep deprivation at Saratoga Springs high school. Researched, reported, and created by the students of Introduction to Journalism (2018-2019). Editing by Tyler Charnik, Ryan Ragaini, Jake Somoza, and Danny Somoza Animation by Carter Kavanagh Special thanks to the students of Saratoga Springs high school, Dr. Patton, Mrs. Friedman, Ms. Fairson, the SSCSD

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Mr. Wierbinski: Great Coaching in the History Department

by Jackson Cherry Saratoga Springs High School’s newest and youngest Social Studies teacher, Mr. Wierbinski, is making a big impact among students and staff. Since he graduated from The State University at Albany, where he completed his undergraduate and graduate studies just three years ago, he has become a well-known and respected teacher and coach

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Mrs. Chudy: Discipline on the Court, Commitment in the Classroom

by Liam Epstein Since this profile was written, the Saratoga Springs High School Girls Basketball team ended their 2020 season in the sectional finals. The team had a record of 21-2. Though she seems a normal teacher to some, her girls are at a pivotal moment not only for the basketball team, but for Saratoga Springs

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