June 13, 2024 by Sahiba Jassal (‘24) Hello to the students, teachers, and staff of SSHS… but the biggest greeting goes to my fellow graduating seniors. We did it. *long pause, look proud, hand to heart* We made it to the end of the ‘23-‘24 school year. *2nd long pause* Despite the numerous twists and […]
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June 13, 2024 by Anonymous This is an article practicing restorative justice! Recording a school fight can have many negative consequences for the individuals involved in the fight, the person recording the fight, and the school community. Videotaping a school fight can directly impact the individuals involved in the fight. First, knowing that the fight
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June 13, 2024 by Elias Prodger(‘26) The summertime is truly some of the best time to listen to music. The crystal blue skies and sunny energy can make a kick drum punchier and the energy of any song more potent. We assume over here at the lightning rod you love music just like us, and
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June 13, 2024 by Olivia Clemmensen (‘26) The Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) is a staple for local Saratogians and tourists alike, from Freihofer’s Saratoga Jazz Festival in late June, New York City Ballet’s performances, movies with soundtracks played live by the Philadelphia Orchestra, and summer long concert line-ups. There is so much to do
June 13, 2024 by Mattie Delaney (‘24) A question I get asked quite frequently is “Are you going to miss school?” and my response is always, “Yes.” They look at me like I’m crazy, and ask why. I tell them, “We’re never going to have something like this ever again in our entire lives. There
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June 13, 2024 by Olivia Clemmensen (‘26) Local: –SSHS Art Show dazzled the halls on 5/30: High School student artwork was displayed throughout the school during the weeks of 5/20 and 5/27 but was open to the public eye on Thursday, May 30th. AP studio art students showcase their final art pieces of their high
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April 30, 2024 by Bianca Babcock (‘24)
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April 30, 2024 by Francisca Schmalz (‘24) Released on April 12th, 2024, Alex Garland’s Civil War has seemingly taken the world by storm. For the first two weeks of its release, it managed to stay number one at the box office, despite three new movies coming out last week. Garland is someone who does it
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April 30, 2024 by Charlie Gleeksman (‘24) I interviewed Olivia Allen on January 31, 2024, with the intention of getting a good grade in my journalism class. Hearing her full story as well as her family’s side struck me, and I was drawn in by her perseverance and strength. I want to dedicate this profile
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April 30, 2024 by Merrick Shea(‘27) Everyone has had a favorite class. Some choose English class with books and writing fueling their minds, and others argue that their favorite class is math, with problem solving and crunching numbers being their passion. For Mr. Andrew Janack, music was his love. Janack grew up in Galway, New
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April 30, 2024 by Sam Pecota (‘24) While Americans basked on beaches and traveled far and wide for spring vacation, citizens of two countries experienced a very different April. Gazans and Sudanese alike are caught in the throes of genocide, their stories facing censorship by Western media. Their struggles are poignantly detailed by dedicated journalists
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April 30, 2024 by Sahiba Jassal (‘24) It’s been highly requested by some of my peers to make a “GRWM to shave my beard” video, as I’m so good at it that you’d never even know I have a beard. However, I decided not to make a video because I believe this is a matter
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April 30, 2024 by Elias Prodger (‘26) I have to be honest. I was not super excited to write this review. It’s neither because I am some devoted Taylor Swift hater, nor because I am filled with fear of angry mobs of Swiftes trying to track down my home address. My problem with the majority
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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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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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