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A Beginner’s Guide to Investing in 8 Simple Steps

April 26, 2023  by Ben Slavett (‘25) A rise in investing amongst our generation may be seen by some as democratizing wealth building,  while others may be more focused on pointing out valid concerns with the risky behaviors, misinformation, and gamification of investing on subreddits like Wall Street Bets (WSB). Investing can be a great […]

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“Wait… Teachers Have Lives Outside of School?”: Vol. 6, Mrs. Raga-Barone

April 26, 2023  by Natalie Rock (‘23) Teacher:  Mrs. Raga-Barone What do you teach?  Mrs. R-B teaches visual art, which includes Foundations in Art, Portfolio I, Digital Video, Computer Graphics II, and C.A.R.E.S Art.  Where did you attend college? Likes? Dislikes? Mrs. R-B attended college at the Rochester Institute of Technology. She loved the classes

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Humans of SSHS: A Star On and Off the Stage, Maddie Cook

April 5, 2023  by Elijah N’dolo (’24) As president of the acclaimed Choraliers and vice president of the drama club, Maddie Cook is an indispensable member of the music and theater program at Saratoga Springs High School. But Cook’s influence is not limited simply to the musical domain: she is also a co-founder, active member,

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SSHS Students Declare Dairy Haus Toga’s Superior Ice Cream Spot

April 5, 2023  by Maggie Trautner (‘25) Step into spring with Saratoga’s impressive ice cream shops! The arrival of the spring season brings many exciting things: different sports, nice weather, and most importantly, ice cream.  Shops offering a wide range of hard ice cream flavors include places like Ben & Jerry’s, Stewart’s, and Kilwins. Located

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A Definitive Review of Crumbl Latham’s Opening Weekend Selection

April 5, 2023  by Ciara Meyer (’23) Beloved Utah-based cookie chain with a cult-like following, Crumbl Cookies, just opened a brand new location just 30 minutes from Saratoga Springs High School (SSHS). The Latham branch opened on March 31, and we were eager to see if the cookies lived up to the hype. After departing

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Book Review: In the Aftermath of Covid, The Plague’s Lessons Resonate

April 5, 2023  by Eliza Krackeler (‘24) Covid 19, often characterized by isolation and fear, can also be described as an era of great insight. When living through a time clouded with uncertainty, it nearly always seems impossible to pause for a moment to see what can be learned from the situation. Everyone, at all

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