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March 13, 2024 by Señor Ayeduss (‘00)
Life
Navigating World Issues in School
March 13, 2024 by Olivia Clemmensen (‘26) There are many major occurrences taking place in our world and we are constantly living through events that will make history. Numerous are well known across the board such as the COVID-19 pandemic or the wars in both Ukraine and Israel, but what about their details and the
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Kanye Vultures: Can You Separate the Art from the Artist?
March 13, 2024 by Elias Prodger (‘26) Kanye West. Just saying his name recently has caused visceral reactions from anyone you talk to. Kanye’s discography and evolving public image is fascinating, and, simultaneously, horrifying to look at. But this divisive persona is captivating to his growing cult-like fan base that divides music nerds and casual
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Significant Figures: Profile on Mrs. Bell
March 13, 2024 by Carlie Friedman (’24) If you walk into room G243 at any time between 7:49am – 2:20pm, you are certain to find at least one student who is not supposed to be there. This is not because the student is ditching class or in some sort of trouble. They are choosing to
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Valentine’s Day Explained
February 14, 2024 by Olivia Clemmensen (‘26) Valentine’s Day is a holiday that some enjoy spending with their loved ones or a romantic date, while others think it’s there to remind them of another year spent single. So how did Valentine’s Day start? And how can you enjoy the 14th of February regardless of your
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Impending Doom: Valentine’s Day
February 14, 2024 by Bianca Babcock (‘24)
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2024 Grammy’s Roundup
February 14, 2024 by Elias Prodger (‘26) Oh, Grammys season. The Grammys seem to mean everything, yet simultaneously nothing at all to the average music fan. No matter who the Grammys decide to nominate, it seems like every decision made is a misstep, every action plagued by controversy and scandal. But does it all even
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Restorative Practices: Increasing Empathy at SSHS
February 14, 2024 by Carlie Friedman (‘24) An isolated school community is making changes after the Covid-19 pandemic which stranded students and hampered development. One of those changes is the implementation of restorative practices to create meaningful connections between students and prevent truancy, fights, and other issues that have plagued Saratoga Springs High School. “Restorative
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Sahiba Says: How to Make Them Fall for You
February 14, 2024 by Sahiba Jassal (‘24) I’m sure many of us know about, and even relate to, the toxic and confusing modern relationship culture. Talking stages, casual dating, the dreaded situationships- how do we navigate this? What does it mean if they left me on “delivered” for 2 days? Are they playing hard to
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Local Organization Spreads Dr. King’s Mission
February 14, 2024 by Eliza Krackeler (‘24) February, also known as Black History Month, finds MLK Saratoga in a state of constant motion. A group dedicated to the pursuit of a unified community, this organization constantly works to find new ways to spread its mission throughout Saratoga Springs through interactive and creative events. Holly Hammond,
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Up In Smoke: The Vaping Epidemic’s Toll on Health and School Environment
January 18, 2024 by Sanaiya Noisette (‘26) A situation most students witness today is the destruction of our school’s bathrooms. They are transforming into a space for inappropriate behaviors, causing concern for students and teachers around the school. Vaping creates an unwanted toxic environment for students’ health and well-being. It becomes evident that beyond our
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Olivia Tuck’s Shutter in Action at Riff for Rights
January 18, 2024 by Olivia Tuck (‘24) Pose, Focus, Click, Shutter, Check, Repeat. A rhythm in my head akin to those I heard from the stage, as the band infused Caffé Lena with smooth jazz and easy vibes as listeners ate a Hattie’s-catered dinner. I had the privilege of taking pictures of Riff for Rights
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Pet(s) of the week OFFICER EDITION
January 18, 2024 by Cassie Child (‘24) Tex and Maggie Owner: The Rod’s Managing Editor, Darren Pasek! Age: Tex is 11, Maggie is 10 Fun facts: Tex doesn’t like the water, nor does he like being outside the house, but he does like to run around the backyard. Maggie likes to sing instead of bark!
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Setting the Foundation of the Future: SSCSD’s Legacy Project
January 18, 2024 by Alex Wersten (‘25) Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, hundreds of residents in the Saratoga Springs City School District voted to approve the Legacy Project, a $129.7 million capital project aimed to create major improvements and renovations in all eight school buildings and the transportation facility, with a result of 1,530 votes
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Holiday Movie/Survival Guide
January 18, 2024 by Mazie Neville (‘24) Miss the Holiday Season? We, at the Lightning Rod, do too. The holiday season, and day to day life at school, is a busy time for everyone, and it seems to be made busier by all the magical beings and ne’er-do-wells who appear every year. I don’t know
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Saratoga Sometimes: Snow Days
January 18, 2024 by Bianca Babcock (‘24)
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