October 27, 2025 by Sarah Pipino (‘26) With the backdrop of the government shutdown entering its 27th day, making it the second longest in history, another event was stopping the streets of America. On Saturday, October 18th, the chants and cheers of the second national No Kings Day protest of 2025 rang out across the
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October 13, 2025 by Olivia Howe (‘26) In recent years, US states have started recognizing Indigenous People’s Day as a substitute for Columbus Day. This new take on the longstanding holiday commemorates Native culture, strength, and historical events that were impacted after European intervention. Although Columbus Day remains a national holiday, Indigenous People’s Day has
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September 29, 2025 by Ella Smullen (‘26) Being a student athlete in high school can be extremely beneficial, as it can lead to many athletic opportunities in the future, which could set you up for the rest of your life. As a student athlete, it’s important to know how to stay healthy when you are
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September 29, 2025 by Katie Plue (‘27) With fall of 2025 in full swing, students are in school and trying to put together outfits that make it bearable to leave the house when it’s 60 degrees at seven in the morning. However, there is a hard decision we all have to make before we walk
UGGs vs. Birkenstocks: What’s in this Fall? Read More »
September 29, 2025 by Olivia Clemmensen (‘26) Just three weeks into the school year, one thing has already reshaped life at SSHS: the NYS Bell-to-Bell Phone Ban. This article will share thoughts from Toga students on this policy and explore the student point of view in this shift towards no screens in the educational setting,
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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 12, 2025 by Elias Prodger (‘26) If you walk into any doctor’s office in this country, you are bound to come across a couple of things. Rows of tolerable blue padded chairs, endless copies of sports magazines (often about golfing), and at least one TV blasting Good Morning America or HGTV reruns. On a
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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
April 11, 2025 by Ava Tatum (‘25) Last Saturday, April 5th, the nationwide “Hands Off” protest took place in over 1000 cities. The protests were organized by environmental groups like Third Act, Reproductive Freedom for All, and the 50501 Movement. These groups advocate against the Trump Administration’s handling of social security, federal jobs, Medicaid, and
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April 11, 2025 by Daniel Hancock (‘26) Just last Friday, a movie many fans have wished for their whole lives was released. A Minecraft Movie. After trailers and countless memes, the movie was finally released for everyone to experience. With such excitement, did A Minecraft Movie truly live up to all its hype? For anyone
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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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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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March 3, 2025 by Violet Hoke (‘27) Caffè Lena is a historic folk music venue established in 1960, making it the oldest continuously operating venue of its kind in the US. It has hosted legends such as Bob Dylan and Arlo Guthrie. Below are some top picks for great shows in March! Our first pick
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March 3, 2025 by Ava Tatum (‘25)
Talking About Sports (Lying About Them Works Just as Well) Read More »
March 3, 2025 by Elias Prodger (‘26) Music in 2025 has gotten off to a hot start. From major hip hop and R&B releases from Mac Miller and The Weeknd, to a plethora of underground indie gems, here are the most compelling songs I’ve heard to start this year. Check out this list and other reccomendations
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March 3, 2025 by Alex Wersten (‘25) She did it again. “Miss possessive,” a.k.a. Tate McRae, released her highly anticipated, brand-new studio album So Close To What on February 21st, 2025, filled to the brim with new pop hits including “Sports car,” “It’s okay I’m ok,” and “2 hands,” alongside twelve other tracks. With collaborations
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