June 9, 2025 by Elias Prodger (‘26) Walking past Mr. Halstead’s room in the E wing can often feel like a sonic assault. Between the mix of classical era compositions and 80’s progressive rock, his passion for music is amplified throughout the E wing halls. In his final year, after decades in the music department, […]
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June 9, 2025 by Owen Dagostino (‘25) When Jon Hoek was 11, his foster father pulled a broken-down lawn mower from the back of his car. It didn’t look like much of a gift — in fact, it looked like junk. But for Hoek, it was the start of a lifelong mission: care for others,
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June 9, 2025 by Olivia Clemmensen (‘26) Local: -SSHS Class of 2025’s Upcoming Graduation: The senior class of 2025 will become Toga graduates Friday, June 27, as they walk across the SPAC stage in front of family, friends and teachers and move their tassel from the right side of their caps to the left. Come
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June 9, 2025 by Savannah Winter (‘26) June 9, 2025 by Olivia Clemmensen (‘26) This past weekend, Saratoga Springs prepared for one of the biggest races in the horse racing industry: the Belmont Stakes. After hosting last year’s race, Saratoga Springs was more than ready to see the large crowds of bustling tourists and horse
June 9, 2025 by Katie Plue (‘27) Charlotte’s one true love is dashing across the court with a ball and shooting it in the hoop. Just two years into high school, Charlotte Panetta stands out on and off the court. She played on the Saratoga Springs Varsity Girls basketball team in her freshman and sophomore
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May 27, 2025 by Areeba Suleman (‘26) “You are a Shaheen (falcon); flight is your vocation: You have other skies stretching out before you.” This quote from the famous Urdu poet, Allama Iqbal, has been my anchor all throughout my life, and certainly throughout my journey here at Saratoga Springs High School. Iqbal calls his
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May 27, 2025 by Daniela Fleming (‘26)
Saratoga Comic: The Long Weekend Read More »
May 27, 2025 by Emma Gowen (‘25) Dresses and suits of all colors, styles, and patterns were worn by the students of Saratoga Springs High School and their dates as they lined up outside of the City Center on Saturday, May 17th. Nails are done, hair is styled, and the wait is over. The 2025
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May 27, 2025 by Ava Tatum (‘25) I’ve realized that the reason I started writing these Hallway Highlight articles is because I thought that I had a good sense of style, but I’ve realized that nobody has interviewed me about my style. So, for the second to last article of the year, I present to
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May 27, 2025 by Ava Tatum (‘25) I’m passing the torch soon. I’ll no longer be the hilarious, beautiful, charismatic, smart, (did I mention drop dead gorgeous?) senior on Toga’s school grounds. I am that person that peaked in high school, so I’ll be pursuing a career in education so that I can come back
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May 12, 2025 by Alli Richard (‘26) The SSHS 2025 Junior-Senior prom is approaching everyone! Whether you haven’t yet gotten a dress and need hot take, or want to find out who everyone’s going with, I’ve got you! Across America, teens are preparing for a night of fun with creative promposals, hurried dress shopping, and
May 12, 2025 by Daniela Fleming (‘26)
Saratoga Comic: Testing Season Read More »
May 12, 2025 by Olivia Howe (‘26) As we all prepare for the end of the spring months and look forward to the joys and relaxation of summer, the world also recognizes this transition and observes numerous celebrations. Around this time in May, we have already seen events around Cinco de Mayo, Victory Day, and
May 12, 2025 by Savannah Winter (‘26) Did you know that the most phone calls are made on Mother’s Day more than any other day of the year? Read below to find out why and how Mother’s Day is celebrated around the world and what special things you can do for your mother, not just
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April 28, 2025 by Kazuki Borchardt (‘26) With the warmer months starting to roll out, more people are starting to enjoy outdoor activities. One activity that remains popular in Saratoga is cycling around the city and parks with family and friends. A key organization that has been looking to encourage more people to be active
Saratoga Non-Profit Bikeatoga Looks to Help The Community Pedal This Spring Read More »
