By Kanye standards, ‘Vultures 1’ is a disappointing album March 28, 2024 — by Andrew Lin Aside from one viral chart-topper, this “comeback album” has only been appreciated by diehard fans. read more » Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions January 27, 2024 — by Mitchell Chen, Andrew Lin and Emily Wu Chemistry honors teacher Kathy Nakamatsu and juniors Aiden Chen, Angie Chen and Amy Pan talk about their personal struggles and how they navigated them. read more » Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions January 25, 2024 — by Andrew Lin This simple change to the admissions process would benefit students and admissions officers alike. read more » As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture January 12, 2024 — by Andrew Lin Despite language barriers, the visiting students were engaged in classes and keen to converse with their temporary American classmates. read more » National tournament experience sets up speech competitors to reach new heights December 4, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Two juniors competed with over 5,000 students at the National Speech & Debate Association national tournament this past summer. read more » Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges November 15, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Counselors and CCC have noted an upward trend in the number of college applications, and are concerned about its implications for the quality of individual applications. read more » Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios September 29, 2023 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin With the help of the fire department and other first responders, the Safety Team aims to introduce new policies that will protect students and staff when the first responders are not immediately available. read more » In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics September 24, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The rapper’s fourth project features outstanding production and great lyrical performances from guest artists and Scott himself. read more » As school year concludes, ChatGPT cheating contention simmers to a boil May 27, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Kathy Wang The AI tool has made cheating on open-ended writing assignments more accessible, increasing the number of academic integrity violations. read more » ‘American Psycho’ revisited: Has it withstood the test of time? May 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Patrick Bateman, the protagonist, has recently taken over the internet through “sigma male” edits and hashtags like #sigma and #grindset that emphasizes male independence. read more » One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating May 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The recent cheating scandal in APUSH has brought attention on how AI will challenge schools and students. read more » The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions May 24, 2023 — by Derek Liang, Andrew Lin and Aiden Ye The Falcons made CCS for the first time in four years. read more » Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances March 17, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin Despite a rocky start, the team’s improved chemistry gives them hope. read more » Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground March 9, 2023 — by Andrew Lin It’s time to normalize being healthy and demystify how to get there. read more » ‘Let’s Start Here’: a psychedelic time machine back to the ‘70s March 1, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Lil Yachty has added a modern twist to alternative rock. read more » Student directors create productions exploring themes of life and death February 15, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Parav Manney Seniors Amrita Gopal and Dragon Neal worked tirelessly with their classmates since November to deliver a stunning viewing experience. read more » School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak January 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The number of cases per week has steadily decreased from a peak in mid-December. read more » AI-generated images aren’t the future of art January 24, 2023 — by Andrew Lin, George Huang, Eric Shi While the emergence of AI might seem threatening to artists, in reality there’s nothing to fear. read more » How to start lifting December 16, 2022 — by Jason Cheng and Andrew Lin In the midst of the new year craze, here’s how to stay focused and dedicated to your muscle-building journey. read more » Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics December 14, 2022 — by Andrew Lin It’s a gift that could have better presentation. read more » There is no more defending Kanye West November 10, 2022 — by Emma Fung and Andrew Lin Kanye’s near-perfect discography does not excuse his recent behavior. read more » Drama program prepares for fall play ‘The Crucible’ September 24, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin The play, written by Arthur Miller, is in the historical fiction genre and depicts the Salem witch trials. read more » Top 10: Kanye songs September 10, 2022 — by Andrew Lin My opinion of the GOAT’s best songs. read more » District searches for new superintendent after Mike Grove announces retirement for health reasons May 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin A new superintendent is expected to be named by mid-June. read more » Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester May 15, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Orre was interested in the position because of his experience coaching strength and conditioning for the school’s sports teams. read more » King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could April 28, 2022 — by Andrew Lin I can’t bring my own lunch from home, so this is what I endure read more » Top 10 fonts March 23, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Atrey Desai Fonts have feelings and we just hurt them read more » Ruining protein powder: a pitiful example March 20, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Local sophomore becomes yet another victim to scientific progress. read more » School to host Grad Night in person on June 2 March 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Grad Night will host an array of activities from 10pm to sunrise on the next day. read more » What you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine March 18, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu The basic rundown on what has been happening in Eastern Europe. read more » Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine March 16, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu A conflict captured in videos and on social media inspires strong feelings and mirrors other conflicts. read more » After months of deliberation, school board leaves bell schedule unchanged January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Nikhil Mathihalli A survey found that 50% of respondents preferred to keep the fall bell schedule, influencing the district’s decision. read more » Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions January 27, 2024 — by Mitchell Chen, Andrew Lin and Emily Wu Chemistry honors teacher Kathy Nakamatsu and juniors Aiden Chen, Angie Chen and Amy Pan talk about their personal struggles and how they navigated them. read more » Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions January 25, 2024 — by Andrew Lin This simple change to the admissions process would benefit students and admissions officers alike. read more » As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture January 12, 2024 — by Andrew Lin Despite language barriers, the visiting students were engaged in classes and keen to converse with their temporary American classmates. read more » National tournament experience sets up speech competitors to reach new heights December 4, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Two juniors competed with over 5,000 students at the National Speech & Debate Association national tournament this past summer. read more » Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges November 15, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Counselors and CCC have noted an upward trend in the number of college applications, and are concerned about its implications for the quality of individual applications. read more » Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios September 29, 2023 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin With the help of the fire department and other first responders, the Safety Team aims to introduce new policies that will protect students and staff when the first responders are not immediately available. read more » In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics September 24, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The rapper’s fourth project features outstanding production and great lyrical performances from guest artists and Scott himself. read more » As school year concludes, ChatGPT cheating contention simmers to a boil May 27, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Kathy Wang The AI tool has made cheating on open-ended writing assignments more accessible, increasing the number of academic integrity violations. read more » ‘American Psycho’ revisited: Has it withstood the test of time? May 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Patrick Bateman, the protagonist, has recently taken over the internet through “sigma male” edits and hashtags like #sigma and #grindset that emphasizes male independence. read more » One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating May 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The recent cheating scandal in APUSH has brought attention on how AI will challenge schools and students. read more » The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions May 24, 2023 — by Derek Liang, Andrew Lin and Aiden Ye The Falcons made CCS for the first time in four years. read more » Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances March 17, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin Despite a rocky start, the team’s improved chemistry gives them hope. read more » Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground March 9, 2023 — by Andrew Lin It’s time to normalize being healthy and demystify how to get there. read more » ‘Let’s Start Here’: a psychedelic time machine back to the ‘70s March 1, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Lil Yachty has added a modern twist to alternative rock. read more » Student directors create productions exploring themes of life and death February 15, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Parav Manney Seniors Amrita Gopal and Dragon Neal worked tirelessly with their classmates since November to deliver a stunning viewing experience. read more » School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak January 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The number of cases per week has steadily decreased from a peak in mid-December. read more » AI-generated images aren’t the future of art January 24, 2023 — by Andrew Lin, George Huang, Eric Shi While the emergence of AI might seem threatening to artists, in reality there’s nothing to fear. read more » How to start lifting December 16, 2022 — by Jason Cheng and Andrew Lin In the midst of the new year craze, here’s how to stay focused and dedicated to your muscle-building journey. read more » Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics December 14, 2022 — by Andrew Lin It’s a gift that could have better presentation. read more » There is no more defending Kanye West November 10, 2022 — by Emma Fung and Andrew Lin Kanye’s near-perfect discography does not excuse his recent behavior. read more » Drama program prepares for fall play ‘The Crucible’ September 24, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin The play, written by Arthur Miller, is in the historical fiction genre and depicts the Salem witch trials. read more » Top 10: Kanye songs September 10, 2022 — by Andrew Lin My opinion of the GOAT’s best songs. read more » District searches for new superintendent after Mike Grove announces retirement for health reasons May 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin A new superintendent is expected to be named by mid-June. read more » Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester May 15, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Orre was interested in the position because of his experience coaching strength and conditioning for the school’s sports teams. read more » King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could April 28, 2022 — by Andrew Lin I can’t bring my own lunch from home, so this is what I endure read more » Top 10 fonts March 23, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Atrey Desai Fonts have feelings and we just hurt them read more » Ruining protein powder: a pitiful example March 20, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Local sophomore becomes yet another victim to scientific progress. read more » School to host Grad Night in person on June 2 March 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Grad Night will host an array of activities from 10pm to sunrise on the next day. read more » What you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine March 18, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu The basic rundown on what has been happening in Eastern Europe. read more » Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine March 16, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu A conflict captured in videos and on social media inspires strong feelings and mirrors other conflicts. read more » After months of deliberation, school board leaves bell schedule unchanged January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Nikhil Mathihalli A survey found that 50% of respondents preferred to keep the fall bell schedule, influencing the district’s decision. read more » Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions January 25, 2024 — by Andrew Lin This simple change to the admissions process would benefit students and admissions officers alike. read more » As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture January 12, 2024 — by Andrew Lin Despite language barriers, the visiting students were engaged in classes and keen to converse with their temporary American classmates. read more » National tournament experience sets up speech competitors to reach new heights December 4, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Two juniors competed with over 5,000 students at the National Speech & Debate Association national tournament this past summer. read more » Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges November 15, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Counselors and CCC have noted an upward trend in the number of college applications, and are concerned about its implications for the quality of individual applications. read more » Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios September 29, 2023 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin With the help of the fire department and other first responders, the Safety Team aims to introduce new policies that will protect students and staff when the first responders are not immediately available. read more » In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics September 24, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The rapper’s fourth project features outstanding production and great lyrical performances from guest artists and Scott himself. read more » As school year concludes, ChatGPT cheating contention simmers to a boil May 27, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Kathy Wang The AI tool has made cheating on open-ended writing assignments more accessible, increasing the number of academic integrity violations. read more » ‘American Psycho’ revisited: Has it withstood the test of time? May 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Patrick Bateman, the protagonist, has recently taken over the internet through “sigma male” edits and hashtags like #sigma and #grindset that emphasizes male independence. read more » One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating May 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The recent cheating scandal in APUSH has brought attention on how AI will challenge schools and students. read more » The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions May 24, 2023 — by Derek Liang, Andrew Lin and Aiden Ye The Falcons made CCS for the first time in four years. read more » Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances March 17, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin Despite a rocky start, the team’s improved chemistry gives them hope. read more » Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground March 9, 2023 — by Andrew Lin It’s time to normalize being healthy and demystify how to get there. read more » ‘Let’s Start Here’: a psychedelic time machine back to the ‘70s March 1, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Lil Yachty has added a modern twist to alternative rock. read more » Student directors create productions exploring themes of life and death February 15, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Parav Manney Seniors Amrita Gopal and Dragon Neal worked tirelessly with their classmates since November to deliver a stunning viewing experience. read more » School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak January 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The number of cases per week has steadily decreased from a peak in mid-December. read more » AI-generated images aren’t the future of art January 24, 2023 — by Andrew Lin, George Huang, Eric Shi While the emergence of AI might seem threatening to artists, in reality there’s nothing to fear. read more » How to start lifting December 16, 2022 — by Jason Cheng and Andrew Lin In the midst of the new year craze, here’s how to stay focused and dedicated to your muscle-building journey. read more » Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics December 14, 2022 — by Andrew Lin It’s a gift that could have better presentation. read more » There is no more defending Kanye West November 10, 2022 — by Emma Fung and Andrew Lin Kanye’s near-perfect discography does not excuse his recent behavior. read more » Drama program prepares for fall play ‘The Crucible’ September 24, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin The play, written by Arthur Miller, is in the historical fiction genre and depicts the Salem witch trials. read more » Top 10: Kanye songs September 10, 2022 — by Andrew Lin My opinion of the GOAT’s best songs. read more » District searches for new superintendent after Mike Grove announces retirement for health reasons May 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin A new superintendent is expected to be named by mid-June. read more » Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester May 15, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Orre was interested in the position because of his experience coaching strength and conditioning for the school’s sports teams. read more » King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could April 28, 2022 — by Andrew Lin I can’t bring my own lunch from home, so this is what I endure read more » Top 10 fonts March 23, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Atrey Desai Fonts have feelings and we just hurt them read more » Ruining protein powder: a pitiful example March 20, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Local sophomore becomes yet another victim to scientific progress. read more » School to host Grad Night in person on June 2 March 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Grad Night will host an array of activities from 10pm to sunrise on the next day. read more » What you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine March 18, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu The basic rundown on what has been happening in Eastern Europe. read more » Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine March 16, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu A conflict captured in videos and on social media inspires strong feelings and mirrors other conflicts. read more » After months of deliberation, school board leaves bell schedule unchanged January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Nikhil Mathihalli A survey found that 50% of respondents preferred to keep the fall bell schedule, influencing the district’s decision. read more » Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture January 12, 2024 — by Andrew Lin Despite language barriers, the visiting students were engaged in classes and keen to converse with their temporary American classmates. read more » National tournament experience sets up speech competitors to reach new heights December 4, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Two juniors competed with over 5,000 students at the National Speech & Debate Association national tournament this past summer. read more » Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges November 15, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Counselors and CCC have noted an upward trend in the number of college applications, and are concerned about its implications for the quality of individual applications. read more » Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios September 29, 2023 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin With the help of the fire department and other first responders, the Safety Team aims to introduce new policies that will protect students and staff when the first responders are not immediately available. read more » In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics September 24, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The rapper’s fourth project features outstanding production and great lyrical performances from guest artists and Scott himself. read more » As school year concludes, ChatGPT cheating contention simmers to a boil May 27, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Kathy Wang The AI tool has made cheating on open-ended writing assignments more accessible, increasing the number of academic integrity violations. read more » ‘American Psycho’ revisited: Has it withstood the test of time? May 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Patrick Bateman, the protagonist, has recently taken over the internet through “sigma male” edits and hashtags like #sigma and #grindset that emphasizes male independence. read more » One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating May 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The recent cheating scandal in APUSH has brought attention on how AI will challenge schools and students. read more » The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions May 24, 2023 — by Derek Liang, Andrew Lin and Aiden Ye The Falcons made CCS for the first time in four years. read more » Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances March 17, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin Despite a rocky start, the team’s improved chemistry gives them hope. read more » Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground March 9, 2023 — by Andrew Lin It’s time to normalize being healthy and demystify how to get there. read more » ‘Let’s Start Here’: a psychedelic time machine back to the ‘70s March 1, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Lil Yachty has added a modern twist to alternative rock. read more » Student directors create productions exploring themes of life and death February 15, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Parav Manney Seniors Amrita Gopal and Dragon Neal worked tirelessly with their classmates since November to deliver a stunning viewing experience. read more » School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak January 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The number of cases per week has steadily decreased from a peak in mid-December. read more » AI-generated images aren’t the future of art January 24, 2023 — by Andrew Lin, George Huang, Eric Shi While the emergence of AI might seem threatening to artists, in reality there’s nothing to fear. read more » How to start lifting December 16, 2022 — by Jason Cheng and Andrew Lin In the midst of the new year craze, here’s how to stay focused and dedicated to your muscle-building journey. read more » Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics December 14, 2022 — by Andrew Lin It’s a gift that could have better presentation. read more » There is no more defending Kanye West November 10, 2022 — by Emma Fung and Andrew Lin Kanye’s near-perfect discography does not excuse his recent behavior. read more » Drama program prepares for fall play ‘The Crucible’ September 24, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin The play, written by Arthur Miller, is in the historical fiction genre and depicts the Salem witch trials. read more » Top 10: Kanye songs September 10, 2022 — by Andrew Lin My opinion of the GOAT’s best songs. read more » District searches for new superintendent after Mike Grove announces retirement for health reasons May 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin A new superintendent is expected to be named by mid-June. read more » Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester May 15, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Orre was interested in the position because of his experience coaching strength and conditioning for the school’s sports teams. read more » King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could April 28, 2022 — by Andrew Lin I can’t bring my own lunch from home, so this is what I endure read more » Top 10 fonts March 23, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Atrey Desai Fonts have feelings and we just hurt them read more » Ruining protein powder: a pitiful example March 20, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Local sophomore becomes yet another victim to scientific progress. read more » School to host Grad Night in person on June 2 March 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Grad Night will host an array of activities from 10pm to sunrise on the next day. read more » What you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine March 18, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu The basic rundown on what has been happening in Eastern Europe. read more » Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine March 16, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu A conflict captured in videos and on social media inspires strong feelings and mirrors other conflicts. read more » After months of deliberation, school board leaves bell schedule unchanged January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Nikhil Mathihalli A survey found that 50% of respondents preferred to keep the fall bell schedule, influencing the district’s decision. read more » Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
National tournament experience sets up speech competitors to reach new heights December 4, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Two juniors competed with over 5,000 students at the National Speech & Debate Association national tournament this past summer. read more » Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges November 15, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Counselors and CCC have noted an upward trend in the number of college applications, and are concerned about its implications for the quality of individual applications. read more » Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios September 29, 2023 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin With the help of the fire department and other first responders, the Safety Team aims to introduce new policies that will protect students and staff when the first responders are not immediately available. read more » In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics September 24, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The rapper’s fourth project features outstanding production and great lyrical performances from guest artists and Scott himself. read more » As school year concludes, ChatGPT cheating contention simmers to a boil May 27, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Kathy Wang The AI tool has made cheating on open-ended writing assignments more accessible, increasing the number of academic integrity violations. read more » ‘American Psycho’ revisited: Has it withstood the test of time? May 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Patrick Bateman, the protagonist, has recently taken over the internet through “sigma male” edits and hashtags like #sigma and #grindset that emphasizes male independence. read more » One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating May 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The recent cheating scandal in APUSH has brought attention on how AI will challenge schools and students. read more » The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions May 24, 2023 — by Derek Liang, Andrew Lin and Aiden Ye The Falcons made CCS for the first time in four years. read more » Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances March 17, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin Despite a rocky start, the team’s improved chemistry gives them hope. read more » Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground March 9, 2023 — by Andrew Lin It’s time to normalize being healthy and demystify how to get there. read more » ‘Let’s Start Here’: a psychedelic time machine back to the ‘70s March 1, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Lil Yachty has added a modern twist to alternative rock. read more » Student directors create productions exploring themes of life and death February 15, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Parav Manney Seniors Amrita Gopal and Dragon Neal worked tirelessly with their classmates since November to deliver a stunning viewing experience. read more » School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak January 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The number of cases per week has steadily decreased from a peak in mid-December. read more » AI-generated images aren’t the future of art January 24, 2023 — by Andrew Lin, George Huang, Eric Shi While the emergence of AI might seem threatening to artists, in reality there’s nothing to fear. read more » How to start lifting December 16, 2022 — by Jason Cheng and Andrew Lin In the midst of the new year craze, here’s how to stay focused and dedicated to your muscle-building journey. read more » Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics December 14, 2022 — by Andrew Lin It’s a gift that could have better presentation. read more » There is no more defending Kanye West November 10, 2022 — by Emma Fung and Andrew Lin Kanye’s near-perfect discography does not excuse his recent behavior. read more » Drama program prepares for fall play ‘The Crucible’ September 24, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin The play, written by Arthur Miller, is in the historical fiction genre and depicts the Salem witch trials. read more » Top 10: Kanye songs September 10, 2022 — by Andrew Lin My opinion of the GOAT’s best songs. read more » District searches for new superintendent after Mike Grove announces retirement for health reasons May 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin A new superintendent is expected to be named by mid-June. read more » Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester May 15, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Orre was interested in the position because of his experience coaching strength and conditioning for the school’s sports teams. read more » King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could April 28, 2022 — by Andrew Lin I can’t bring my own lunch from home, so this is what I endure read more » Top 10 fonts March 23, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Atrey Desai Fonts have feelings and we just hurt them read more » Ruining protein powder: a pitiful example March 20, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Local sophomore becomes yet another victim to scientific progress. read more » School to host Grad Night in person on June 2 March 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Grad Night will host an array of activities from 10pm to sunrise on the next day. read more » What you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine March 18, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu The basic rundown on what has been happening in Eastern Europe. read more » Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine March 16, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu A conflict captured in videos and on social media inspires strong feelings and mirrors other conflicts. read more » After months of deliberation, school board leaves bell schedule unchanged January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Nikhil Mathihalli A survey found that 50% of respondents preferred to keep the fall bell schedule, influencing the district’s decision. read more » Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges November 15, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Counselors and CCC have noted an upward trend in the number of college applications, and are concerned about its implications for the quality of individual applications. read more » Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios September 29, 2023 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin With the help of the fire department and other first responders, the Safety Team aims to introduce new policies that will protect students and staff when the first responders are not immediately available. read more » In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics September 24, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The rapper’s fourth project features outstanding production and great lyrical performances from guest artists and Scott himself. read more » As school year concludes, ChatGPT cheating contention simmers to a boil May 27, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Kathy Wang The AI tool has made cheating on open-ended writing assignments more accessible, increasing the number of academic integrity violations. read more » ‘American Psycho’ revisited: Has it withstood the test of time? May 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Patrick Bateman, the protagonist, has recently taken over the internet through “sigma male” edits and hashtags like #sigma and #grindset that emphasizes male independence. read more » One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating May 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The recent cheating scandal in APUSH has brought attention on how AI will challenge schools and students. read more » The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions May 24, 2023 — by Derek Liang, Andrew Lin and Aiden Ye The Falcons made CCS for the first time in four years. read more » Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances March 17, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin Despite a rocky start, the team’s improved chemistry gives them hope. read more » Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground March 9, 2023 — by Andrew Lin It’s time to normalize being healthy and demystify how to get there. read more » ‘Let’s Start Here’: a psychedelic time machine back to the ‘70s March 1, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Lil Yachty has added a modern twist to alternative rock. read more » Student directors create productions exploring themes of life and death February 15, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Parav Manney Seniors Amrita Gopal and Dragon Neal worked tirelessly with their classmates since November to deliver a stunning viewing experience. read more » School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak January 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The number of cases per week has steadily decreased from a peak in mid-December. read more » AI-generated images aren’t the future of art January 24, 2023 — by Andrew Lin, George Huang, Eric Shi While the emergence of AI might seem threatening to artists, in reality there’s nothing to fear. read more » How to start lifting December 16, 2022 — by Jason Cheng and Andrew Lin In the midst of the new year craze, here’s how to stay focused and dedicated to your muscle-building journey. read more » Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics December 14, 2022 — by Andrew Lin It’s a gift that could have better presentation. read more » There is no more defending Kanye West November 10, 2022 — by Emma Fung and Andrew Lin Kanye’s near-perfect discography does not excuse his recent behavior. read more » Drama program prepares for fall play ‘The Crucible’ September 24, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin The play, written by Arthur Miller, is in the historical fiction genre and depicts the Salem witch trials. read more » Top 10: Kanye songs September 10, 2022 — by Andrew Lin My opinion of the GOAT’s best songs. read more » District searches for new superintendent after Mike Grove announces retirement for health reasons May 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin A new superintendent is expected to be named by mid-June. read more » Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester May 15, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Orre was interested in the position because of his experience coaching strength and conditioning for the school’s sports teams. read more » King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could April 28, 2022 — by Andrew Lin I can’t bring my own lunch from home, so this is what I endure read more » Top 10 fonts March 23, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Atrey Desai Fonts have feelings and we just hurt them read more » Ruining protein powder: a pitiful example March 20, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Local sophomore becomes yet another victim to scientific progress. read more » School to host Grad Night in person on June 2 March 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Grad Night will host an array of activities from 10pm to sunrise on the next day. read more » What you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine March 18, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu The basic rundown on what has been happening in Eastern Europe. read more » Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine March 16, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu A conflict captured in videos and on social media inspires strong feelings and mirrors other conflicts. read more » After months of deliberation, school board leaves bell schedule unchanged January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Nikhil Mathihalli A survey found that 50% of respondents preferred to keep the fall bell schedule, influencing the district’s decision. read more » Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios September 29, 2023 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin With the help of the fire department and other first responders, the Safety Team aims to introduce new policies that will protect students and staff when the first responders are not immediately available. read more » In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics September 24, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The rapper’s fourth project features outstanding production and great lyrical performances from guest artists and Scott himself. read more » As school year concludes, ChatGPT cheating contention simmers to a boil May 27, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Kathy Wang The AI tool has made cheating on open-ended writing assignments more accessible, increasing the number of academic integrity violations. read more » ‘American Psycho’ revisited: Has it withstood the test of time? May 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Patrick Bateman, the protagonist, has recently taken over the internet through “sigma male” edits and hashtags like #sigma and #grindset that emphasizes male independence. read more » One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating May 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The recent cheating scandal in APUSH has brought attention on how AI will challenge schools and students. read more » The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions May 24, 2023 — by Derek Liang, Andrew Lin and Aiden Ye The Falcons made CCS for the first time in four years. read more » Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances March 17, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin Despite a rocky start, the team’s improved chemistry gives them hope. read more » Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground March 9, 2023 — by Andrew Lin It’s time to normalize being healthy and demystify how to get there. read more » ‘Let’s Start Here’: a psychedelic time machine back to the ‘70s March 1, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Lil Yachty has added a modern twist to alternative rock. read more » Student directors create productions exploring themes of life and death February 15, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Parav Manney Seniors Amrita Gopal and Dragon Neal worked tirelessly with their classmates since November to deliver a stunning viewing experience. read more » School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak January 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The number of cases per week has steadily decreased from a peak in mid-December. read more » AI-generated images aren’t the future of art January 24, 2023 — by Andrew Lin, George Huang, Eric Shi While the emergence of AI might seem threatening to artists, in reality there’s nothing to fear. read more » How to start lifting December 16, 2022 — by Jason Cheng and Andrew Lin In the midst of the new year craze, here’s how to stay focused and dedicated to your muscle-building journey. read more » Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics December 14, 2022 — by Andrew Lin It’s a gift that could have better presentation. read more » There is no more defending Kanye West November 10, 2022 — by Emma Fung and Andrew Lin Kanye’s near-perfect discography does not excuse his recent behavior. read more » Drama program prepares for fall play ‘The Crucible’ September 24, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin The play, written by Arthur Miller, is in the historical fiction genre and depicts the Salem witch trials. read more » Top 10: Kanye songs September 10, 2022 — by Andrew Lin My opinion of the GOAT’s best songs. read more » District searches for new superintendent after Mike Grove announces retirement for health reasons May 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin A new superintendent is expected to be named by mid-June. read more » Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester May 15, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Orre was interested in the position because of his experience coaching strength and conditioning for the school’s sports teams. read more » King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could April 28, 2022 — by Andrew Lin I can’t bring my own lunch from home, so this is what I endure read more » Top 10 fonts March 23, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Atrey Desai Fonts have feelings and we just hurt them read more » Ruining protein powder: a pitiful example March 20, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Local sophomore becomes yet another victim to scientific progress. read more » School to host Grad Night in person on June 2 March 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Grad Night will host an array of activities from 10pm to sunrise on the next day. read more » What you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine March 18, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu The basic rundown on what has been happening in Eastern Europe. read more » Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine March 16, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu A conflict captured in videos and on social media inspires strong feelings and mirrors other conflicts. read more » After months of deliberation, school board leaves bell schedule unchanged January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Nikhil Mathihalli A survey found that 50% of respondents preferred to keep the fall bell schedule, influencing the district’s decision. read more » Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics September 24, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The rapper’s fourth project features outstanding production and great lyrical performances from guest artists and Scott himself. read more » As school year concludes, ChatGPT cheating contention simmers to a boil May 27, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Kathy Wang The AI tool has made cheating on open-ended writing assignments more accessible, increasing the number of academic integrity violations. read more » ‘American Psycho’ revisited: Has it withstood the test of time? May 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Patrick Bateman, the protagonist, has recently taken over the internet through “sigma male” edits and hashtags like #sigma and #grindset that emphasizes male independence. read more » One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating May 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The recent cheating scandal in APUSH has brought attention on how AI will challenge schools and students. read more » The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions May 24, 2023 — by Derek Liang, Andrew Lin and Aiden Ye The Falcons made CCS for the first time in four years. read more » Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances March 17, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin Despite a rocky start, the team’s improved chemistry gives them hope. read more » Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground March 9, 2023 — by Andrew Lin It’s time to normalize being healthy and demystify how to get there. read more » ‘Let’s Start Here’: a psychedelic time machine back to the ‘70s March 1, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Lil Yachty has added a modern twist to alternative rock. read more » Student directors create productions exploring themes of life and death February 15, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Parav Manney Seniors Amrita Gopal and Dragon Neal worked tirelessly with their classmates since November to deliver a stunning viewing experience. read more » School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak January 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The number of cases per week has steadily decreased from a peak in mid-December. read more » AI-generated images aren’t the future of art January 24, 2023 — by Andrew Lin, George Huang, Eric Shi While the emergence of AI might seem threatening to artists, in reality there’s nothing to fear. read more » How to start lifting December 16, 2022 — by Jason Cheng and Andrew Lin In the midst of the new year craze, here’s how to stay focused and dedicated to your muscle-building journey. read more » Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics December 14, 2022 — by Andrew Lin It’s a gift that could have better presentation. read more » There is no more defending Kanye West November 10, 2022 — by Emma Fung and Andrew Lin Kanye’s near-perfect discography does not excuse his recent behavior. read more » Drama program prepares for fall play ‘The Crucible’ September 24, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin The play, written by Arthur Miller, is in the historical fiction genre and depicts the Salem witch trials. read more » Top 10: Kanye songs September 10, 2022 — by Andrew Lin My opinion of the GOAT’s best songs. read more » District searches for new superintendent after Mike Grove announces retirement for health reasons May 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin A new superintendent is expected to be named by mid-June. read more » Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester May 15, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Orre was interested in the position because of his experience coaching strength and conditioning for the school’s sports teams. read more » King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could April 28, 2022 — by Andrew Lin I can’t bring my own lunch from home, so this is what I endure read more » Top 10 fonts March 23, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Atrey Desai Fonts have feelings and we just hurt them read more » Ruining protein powder: a pitiful example March 20, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Local sophomore becomes yet another victim to scientific progress. read more » School to host Grad Night in person on June 2 March 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Grad Night will host an array of activities from 10pm to sunrise on the next day. read more » What you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine March 18, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu The basic rundown on what has been happening in Eastern Europe. read more » Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine March 16, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu A conflict captured in videos and on social media inspires strong feelings and mirrors other conflicts. read more » After months of deliberation, school board leaves bell schedule unchanged January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Nikhil Mathihalli A survey found that 50% of respondents preferred to keep the fall bell schedule, influencing the district’s decision. read more » Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
As school year concludes, ChatGPT cheating contention simmers to a boil May 27, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Kathy Wang The AI tool has made cheating on open-ended writing assignments more accessible, increasing the number of academic integrity violations. read more » ‘American Psycho’ revisited: Has it withstood the test of time? May 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Patrick Bateman, the protagonist, has recently taken over the internet through “sigma male” edits and hashtags like #sigma and #grindset that emphasizes male independence. read more » One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating May 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The recent cheating scandal in APUSH has brought attention on how AI will challenge schools and students. read more » The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions May 24, 2023 — by Derek Liang, Andrew Lin and Aiden Ye The Falcons made CCS for the first time in four years. read more » Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances March 17, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin Despite a rocky start, the team’s improved chemistry gives them hope. read more » Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground March 9, 2023 — by Andrew Lin It’s time to normalize being healthy and demystify how to get there. read more » ‘Let’s Start Here’: a psychedelic time machine back to the ‘70s March 1, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Lil Yachty has added a modern twist to alternative rock. read more » Student directors create productions exploring themes of life and death February 15, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Parav Manney Seniors Amrita Gopal and Dragon Neal worked tirelessly with their classmates since November to deliver a stunning viewing experience. read more » School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak January 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The number of cases per week has steadily decreased from a peak in mid-December. read more » AI-generated images aren’t the future of art January 24, 2023 — by Andrew Lin, George Huang, Eric Shi While the emergence of AI might seem threatening to artists, in reality there’s nothing to fear. read more » How to start lifting December 16, 2022 — by Jason Cheng and Andrew Lin In the midst of the new year craze, here’s how to stay focused and dedicated to your muscle-building journey. read more » Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics December 14, 2022 — by Andrew Lin It’s a gift that could have better presentation. read more » There is no more defending Kanye West November 10, 2022 — by Emma Fung and Andrew Lin Kanye’s near-perfect discography does not excuse his recent behavior. read more » Drama program prepares for fall play ‘The Crucible’ September 24, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin The play, written by Arthur Miller, is in the historical fiction genre and depicts the Salem witch trials. read more » Top 10: Kanye songs September 10, 2022 — by Andrew Lin My opinion of the GOAT’s best songs. read more » District searches for new superintendent after Mike Grove announces retirement for health reasons May 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin A new superintendent is expected to be named by mid-June. read more » Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester May 15, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Orre was interested in the position because of his experience coaching strength and conditioning for the school’s sports teams. read more » King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could April 28, 2022 — by Andrew Lin I can’t bring my own lunch from home, so this is what I endure read more » Top 10 fonts March 23, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Atrey Desai Fonts have feelings and we just hurt them read more » Ruining protein powder: a pitiful example March 20, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Local sophomore becomes yet another victim to scientific progress. read more » School to host Grad Night in person on June 2 March 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Grad Night will host an array of activities from 10pm to sunrise on the next day. read more » What you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine March 18, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu The basic rundown on what has been happening in Eastern Europe. read more » Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine March 16, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu A conflict captured in videos and on social media inspires strong feelings and mirrors other conflicts. read more » After months of deliberation, school board leaves bell schedule unchanged January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Nikhil Mathihalli A survey found that 50% of respondents preferred to keep the fall bell schedule, influencing the district’s decision. read more » Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
‘American Psycho’ revisited: Has it withstood the test of time? May 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Patrick Bateman, the protagonist, has recently taken over the internet through “sigma male” edits and hashtags like #sigma and #grindset that emphasizes male independence. read more » One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating May 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The recent cheating scandal in APUSH has brought attention on how AI will challenge schools and students. read more » The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions May 24, 2023 — by Derek Liang, Andrew Lin and Aiden Ye The Falcons made CCS for the first time in four years. read more » Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances March 17, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin Despite a rocky start, the team’s improved chemistry gives them hope. read more » Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground March 9, 2023 — by Andrew Lin It’s time to normalize being healthy and demystify how to get there. read more » ‘Let’s Start Here’: a psychedelic time machine back to the ‘70s March 1, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Lil Yachty has added a modern twist to alternative rock. read more » Student directors create productions exploring themes of life and death February 15, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Parav Manney Seniors Amrita Gopal and Dragon Neal worked tirelessly with their classmates since November to deliver a stunning viewing experience. read more » School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak January 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The number of cases per week has steadily decreased from a peak in mid-December. read more » AI-generated images aren’t the future of art January 24, 2023 — by Andrew Lin, George Huang, Eric Shi While the emergence of AI might seem threatening to artists, in reality there’s nothing to fear. read more » How to start lifting December 16, 2022 — by Jason Cheng and Andrew Lin In the midst of the new year craze, here’s how to stay focused and dedicated to your muscle-building journey. read more » Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics December 14, 2022 — by Andrew Lin It’s a gift that could have better presentation. read more » There is no more defending Kanye West November 10, 2022 — by Emma Fung and Andrew Lin Kanye’s near-perfect discography does not excuse his recent behavior. read more » Drama program prepares for fall play ‘The Crucible’ September 24, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin The play, written by Arthur Miller, is in the historical fiction genre and depicts the Salem witch trials. read more » Top 10: Kanye songs September 10, 2022 — by Andrew Lin My opinion of the GOAT’s best songs. read more » District searches for new superintendent after Mike Grove announces retirement for health reasons May 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin A new superintendent is expected to be named by mid-June. read more » Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester May 15, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Orre was interested in the position because of his experience coaching strength and conditioning for the school’s sports teams. read more » King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could April 28, 2022 — by Andrew Lin I can’t bring my own lunch from home, so this is what I endure read more » Top 10 fonts March 23, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Atrey Desai Fonts have feelings and we just hurt them read more » Ruining protein powder: a pitiful example March 20, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Local sophomore becomes yet another victim to scientific progress. read more » School to host Grad Night in person on June 2 March 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Grad Night will host an array of activities from 10pm to sunrise on the next day. read more » What you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine March 18, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu The basic rundown on what has been happening in Eastern Europe. read more » Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine March 16, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu A conflict captured in videos and on social media inspires strong feelings and mirrors other conflicts. read more » After months of deliberation, school board leaves bell schedule unchanged January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Nikhil Mathihalli A survey found that 50% of respondents preferred to keep the fall bell schedule, influencing the district’s decision. read more » Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating May 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The recent cheating scandal in APUSH has brought attention on how AI will challenge schools and students. read more » The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions May 24, 2023 — by Derek Liang, Andrew Lin and Aiden Ye The Falcons made CCS for the first time in four years. read more » Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances March 17, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin Despite a rocky start, the team’s improved chemistry gives them hope. read more » Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground March 9, 2023 — by Andrew Lin It’s time to normalize being healthy and demystify how to get there. read more » ‘Let’s Start Here’: a psychedelic time machine back to the ‘70s March 1, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Lil Yachty has added a modern twist to alternative rock. read more » Student directors create productions exploring themes of life and death February 15, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Parav Manney Seniors Amrita Gopal and Dragon Neal worked tirelessly with their classmates since November to deliver a stunning viewing experience. read more » School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak January 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The number of cases per week has steadily decreased from a peak in mid-December. read more » AI-generated images aren’t the future of art January 24, 2023 — by Andrew Lin, George Huang, Eric Shi While the emergence of AI might seem threatening to artists, in reality there’s nothing to fear. read more » How to start lifting December 16, 2022 — by Jason Cheng and Andrew Lin In the midst of the new year craze, here’s how to stay focused and dedicated to your muscle-building journey. read more » Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics December 14, 2022 — by Andrew Lin It’s a gift that could have better presentation. read more » There is no more defending Kanye West November 10, 2022 — by Emma Fung and Andrew Lin Kanye’s near-perfect discography does not excuse his recent behavior. read more » Drama program prepares for fall play ‘The Crucible’ September 24, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin The play, written by Arthur Miller, is in the historical fiction genre and depicts the Salem witch trials. read more » Top 10: Kanye songs September 10, 2022 — by Andrew Lin My opinion of the GOAT’s best songs. read more » District searches for new superintendent after Mike Grove announces retirement for health reasons May 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin A new superintendent is expected to be named by mid-June. read more » Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester May 15, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Orre was interested in the position because of his experience coaching strength and conditioning for the school’s sports teams. read more » King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could April 28, 2022 — by Andrew Lin I can’t bring my own lunch from home, so this is what I endure read more » Top 10 fonts March 23, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Atrey Desai Fonts have feelings and we just hurt them read more » Ruining protein powder: a pitiful example March 20, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Local sophomore becomes yet another victim to scientific progress. read more » School to host Grad Night in person on June 2 March 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Grad Night will host an array of activities from 10pm to sunrise on the next day. read more » What you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine March 18, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu The basic rundown on what has been happening in Eastern Europe. read more » Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine March 16, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu A conflict captured in videos and on social media inspires strong feelings and mirrors other conflicts. read more » After months of deliberation, school board leaves bell schedule unchanged January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Nikhil Mathihalli A survey found that 50% of respondents preferred to keep the fall bell schedule, influencing the district’s decision. read more » Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions May 24, 2023 — by Derek Liang, Andrew Lin and Aiden Ye The Falcons made CCS for the first time in four years. read more » Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances March 17, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin Despite a rocky start, the team’s improved chemistry gives them hope. read more » Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground March 9, 2023 — by Andrew Lin It’s time to normalize being healthy and demystify how to get there. read more » ‘Let’s Start Here’: a psychedelic time machine back to the ‘70s March 1, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Lil Yachty has added a modern twist to alternative rock. read more » Student directors create productions exploring themes of life and death February 15, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Parav Manney Seniors Amrita Gopal and Dragon Neal worked tirelessly with their classmates since November to deliver a stunning viewing experience. read more » School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak January 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The number of cases per week has steadily decreased from a peak in mid-December. read more » AI-generated images aren’t the future of art January 24, 2023 — by Andrew Lin, George Huang, Eric Shi While the emergence of AI might seem threatening to artists, in reality there’s nothing to fear. read more » How to start lifting December 16, 2022 — by Jason Cheng and Andrew Lin In the midst of the new year craze, here’s how to stay focused and dedicated to your muscle-building journey. read more » Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics December 14, 2022 — by Andrew Lin It’s a gift that could have better presentation. read more » There is no more defending Kanye West November 10, 2022 — by Emma Fung and Andrew Lin Kanye’s near-perfect discography does not excuse his recent behavior. read more » Drama program prepares for fall play ‘The Crucible’ September 24, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin The play, written by Arthur Miller, is in the historical fiction genre and depicts the Salem witch trials. read more » Top 10: Kanye songs September 10, 2022 — by Andrew Lin My opinion of the GOAT’s best songs. read more » District searches for new superintendent after Mike Grove announces retirement for health reasons May 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin A new superintendent is expected to be named by mid-June. read more » Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester May 15, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Orre was interested in the position because of his experience coaching strength and conditioning for the school’s sports teams. read more » King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could April 28, 2022 — by Andrew Lin I can’t bring my own lunch from home, so this is what I endure read more » Top 10 fonts March 23, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Atrey Desai Fonts have feelings and we just hurt them read more » Ruining protein powder: a pitiful example March 20, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Local sophomore becomes yet another victim to scientific progress. read more » School to host Grad Night in person on June 2 March 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Grad Night will host an array of activities from 10pm to sunrise on the next day. read more » What you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine March 18, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu The basic rundown on what has been happening in Eastern Europe. read more » Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine March 16, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu A conflict captured in videos and on social media inspires strong feelings and mirrors other conflicts. read more » After months of deliberation, school board leaves bell schedule unchanged January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Nikhil Mathihalli A survey found that 50% of respondents preferred to keep the fall bell schedule, influencing the district’s decision. read more » Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances March 17, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin Despite a rocky start, the team’s improved chemistry gives them hope. read more » Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground March 9, 2023 — by Andrew Lin It’s time to normalize being healthy and demystify how to get there. read more » ‘Let’s Start Here’: a psychedelic time machine back to the ‘70s March 1, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Lil Yachty has added a modern twist to alternative rock. read more » Student directors create productions exploring themes of life and death February 15, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Parav Manney Seniors Amrita Gopal and Dragon Neal worked tirelessly with their classmates since November to deliver a stunning viewing experience. read more » School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak January 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The number of cases per week has steadily decreased from a peak in mid-December. read more » AI-generated images aren’t the future of art January 24, 2023 — by Andrew Lin, George Huang, Eric Shi While the emergence of AI might seem threatening to artists, in reality there’s nothing to fear. read more » How to start lifting December 16, 2022 — by Jason Cheng and Andrew Lin In the midst of the new year craze, here’s how to stay focused and dedicated to your muscle-building journey. read more » Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics December 14, 2022 — by Andrew Lin It’s a gift that could have better presentation. read more » There is no more defending Kanye West November 10, 2022 — by Emma Fung and Andrew Lin Kanye’s near-perfect discography does not excuse his recent behavior. read more » Drama program prepares for fall play ‘The Crucible’ September 24, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin The play, written by Arthur Miller, is in the historical fiction genre and depicts the Salem witch trials. read more » Top 10: Kanye songs September 10, 2022 — by Andrew Lin My opinion of the GOAT’s best songs. read more » District searches for new superintendent after Mike Grove announces retirement for health reasons May 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin A new superintendent is expected to be named by mid-June. read more » Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester May 15, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Orre was interested in the position because of his experience coaching strength and conditioning for the school’s sports teams. read more » King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could April 28, 2022 — by Andrew Lin I can’t bring my own lunch from home, so this is what I endure read more » Top 10 fonts March 23, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Atrey Desai Fonts have feelings and we just hurt them read more » Ruining protein powder: a pitiful example March 20, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Local sophomore becomes yet another victim to scientific progress. read more » School to host Grad Night in person on June 2 March 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Grad Night will host an array of activities from 10pm to sunrise on the next day. read more » What you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine March 18, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu The basic rundown on what has been happening in Eastern Europe. read more » Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine March 16, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu A conflict captured in videos and on social media inspires strong feelings and mirrors other conflicts. read more » After months of deliberation, school board leaves bell schedule unchanged January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Nikhil Mathihalli A survey found that 50% of respondents preferred to keep the fall bell schedule, influencing the district’s decision. read more » Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground March 9, 2023 — by Andrew Lin It’s time to normalize being healthy and demystify how to get there. read more » ‘Let’s Start Here’: a psychedelic time machine back to the ‘70s March 1, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Lil Yachty has added a modern twist to alternative rock. read more » Student directors create productions exploring themes of life and death February 15, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Parav Manney Seniors Amrita Gopal and Dragon Neal worked tirelessly with their classmates since November to deliver a stunning viewing experience. read more » School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak January 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The number of cases per week has steadily decreased from a peak in mid-December. read more » AI-generated images aren’t the future of art January 24, 2023 — by Andrew Lin, George Huang, Eric Shi While the emergence of AI might seem threatening to artists, in reality there’s nothing to fear. read more » How to start lifting December 16, 2022 — by Jason Cheng and Andrew Lin In the midst of the new year craze, here’s how to stay focused and dedicated to your muscle-building journey. read more » Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics December 14, 2022 — by Andrew Lin It’s a gift that could have better presentation. read more » There is no more defending Kanye West November 10, 2022 — by Emma Fung and Andrew Lin Kanye’s near-perfect discography does not excuse his recent behavior. read more » Drama program prepares for fall play ‘The Crucible’ September 24, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin The play, written by Arthur Miller, is in the historical fiction genre and depicts the Salem witch trials. read more » Top 10: Kanye songs September 10, 2022 — by Andrew Lin My opinion of the GOAT’s best songs. read more » District searches for new superintendent after Mike Grove announces retirement for health reasons May 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin A new superintendent is expected to be named by mid-June. read more » Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester May 15, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Orre was interested in the position because of his experience coaching strength and conditioning for the school’s sports teams. read more » King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could April 28, 2022 — by Andrew Lin I can’t bring my own lunch from home, so this is what I endure read more » Top 10 fonts March 23, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Atrey Desai Fonts have feelings and we just hurt them read more » Ruining protein powder: a pitiful example March 20, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Local sophomore becomes yet another victim to scientific progress. read more » School to host Grad Night in person on June 2 March 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Grad Night will host an array of activities from 10pm to sunrise on the next day. read more » What you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine March 18, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu The basic rundown on what has been happening in Eastern Europe. read more » Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine March 16, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu A conflict captured in videos and on social media inspires strong feelings and mirrors other conflicts. read more » After months of deliberation, school board leaves bell schedule unchanged January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Nikhil Mathihalli A survey found that 50% of respondents preferred to keep the fall bell schedule, influencing the district’s decision. read more » Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
‘Let’s Start Here’: a psychedelic time machine back to the ‘70s March 1, 2023 — by Andrew Lin Lil Yachty has added a modern twist to alternative rock. read more » Student directors create productions exploring themes of life and death February 15, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Parav Manney Seniors Amrita Gopal and Dragon Neal worked tirelessly with their classmates since November to deliver a stunning viewing experience. read more » School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak January 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The number of cases per week has steadily decreased from a peak in mid-December. read more » AI-generated images aren’t the future of art January 24, 2023 — by Andrew Lin, George Huang, Eric Shi While the emergence of AI might seem threatening to artists, in reality there’s nothing to fear. read more » How to start lifting December 16, 2022 — by Jason Cheng and Andrew Lin In the midst of the new year craze, here’s how to stay focused and dedicated to your muscle-building journey. read more » Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics December 14, 2022 — by Andrew Lin It’s a gift that could have better presentation. read more » There is no more defending Kanye West November 10, 2022 — by Emma Fung and Andrew Lin Kanye’s near-perfect discography does not excuse his recent behavior. read more » Drama program prepares for fall play ‘The Crucible’ September 24, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin The play, written by Arthur Miller, is in the historical fiction genre and depicts the Salem witch trials. read more » Top 10: Kanye songs September 10, 2022 — by Andrew Lin My opinion of the GOAT’s best songs. read more » District searches for new superintendent after Mike Grove announces retirement for health reasons May 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin A new superintendent is expected to be named by mid-June. read more » Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester May 15, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Orre was interested in the position because of his experience coaching strength and conditioning for the school’s sports teams. read more » King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could April 28, 2022 — by Andrew Lin I can’t bring my own lunch from home, so this is what I endure read more » Top 10 fonts March 23, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Atrey Desai Fonts have feelings and we just hurt them read more » Ruining protein powder: a pitiful example March 20, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Local sophomore becomes yet another victim to scientific progress. read more » School to host Grad Night in person on June 2 March 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Grad Night will host an array of activities from 10pm to sunrise on the next day. read more » What you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine March 18, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu The basic rundown on what has been happening in Eastern Europe. read more » Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine March 16, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu A conflict captured in videos and on social media inspires strong feelings and mirrors other conflicts. read more » After months of deliberation, school board leaves bell schedule unchanged January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Nikhil Mathihalli A survey found that 50% of respondents preferred to keep the fall bell schedule, influencing the district’s decision. read more » Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Student directors create productions exploring themes of life and death February 15, 2023 — by Andrew Lin and Parav Manney Seniors Amrita Gopal and Dragon Neal worked tirelessly with their classmates since November to deliver a stunning viewing experience. read more » School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak January 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The number of cases per week has steadily decreased from a peak in mid-December. read more » AI-generated images aren’t the future of art January 24, 2023 — by Andrew Lin, George Huang, Eric Shi While the emergence of AI might seem threatening to artists, in reality there’s nothing to fear. read more » How to start lifting December 16, 2022 — by Jason Cheng and Andrew Lin In the midst of the new year craze, here’s how to stay focused and dedicated to your muscle-building journey. read more » Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics December 14, 2022 — by Andrew Lin It’s a gift that could have better presentation. read more » There is no more defending Kanye West November 10, 2022 — by Emma Fung and Andrew Lin Kanye’s near-perfect discography does not excuse his recent behavior. read more » Drama program prepares for fall play ‘The Crucible’ September 24, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin The play, written by Arthur Miller, is in the historical fiction genre and depicts the Salem witch trials. read more » Top 10: Kanye songs September 10, 2022 — by Andrew Lin My opinion of the GOAT’s best songs. read more » District searches for new superintendent after Mike Grove announces retirement for health reasons May 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin A new superintendent is expected to be named by mid-June. read more » Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester May 15, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Orre was interested in the position because of his experience coaching strength and conditioning for the school’s sports teams. read more » King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could April 28, 2022 — by Andrew Lin I can’t bring my own lunch from home, so this is what I endure read more » Top 10 fonts March 23, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Atrey Desai Fonts have feelings and we just hurt them read more » Ruining protein powder: a pitiful example March 20, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Local sophomore becomes yet another victim to scientific progress. read more » School to host Grad Night in person on June 2 March 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Grad Night will host an array of activities from 10pm to sunrise on the next day. read more » What you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine March 18, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu The basic rundown on what has been happening in Eastern Europe. read more » Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine March 16, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu A conflict captured in videos and on social media inspires strong feelings and mirrors other conflicts. read more » After months of deliberation, school board leaves bell schedule unchanged January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Nikhil Mathihalli A survey found that 50% of respondents preferred to keep the fall bell schedule, influencing the district’s decision. read more » Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak January 26, 2023 — by Andrew Lin The number of cases per week has steadily decreased from a peak in mid-December. read more » AI-generated images aren’t the future of art January 24, 2023 — by Andrew Lin, George Huang, Eric Shi While the emergence of AI might seem threatening to artists, in reality there’s nothing to fear. read more » How to start lifting December 16, 2022 — by Jason Cheng and Andrew Lin In the midst of the new year craze, here’s how to stay focused and dedicated to your muscle-building journey. read more » Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics December 14, 2022 — by Andrew Lin It’s a gift that could have better presentation. read more » There is no more defending Kanye West November 10, 2022 — by Emma Fung and Andrew Lin Kanye’s near-perfect discography does not excuse his recent behavior. read more » Drama program prepares for fall play ‘The Crucible’ September 24, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin The play, written by Arthur Miller, is in the historical fiction genre and depicts the Salem witch trials. read more » Top 10: Kanye songs September 10, 2022 — by Andrew Lin My opinion of the GOAT’s best songs. read more » District searches for new superintendent after Mike Grove announces retirement for health reasons May 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin A new superintendent is expected to be named by mid-June. read more » Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester May 15, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Orre was interested in the position because of his experience coaching strength and conditioning for the school’s sports teams. read more » King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could April 28, 2022 — by Andrew Lin I can’t bring my own lunch from home, so this is what I endure read more » Top 10 fonts March 23, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Atrey Desai Fonts have feelings and we just hurt them read more » Ruining protein powder: a pitiful example March 20, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Local sophomore becomes yet another victim to scientific progress. read more » School to host Grad Night in person on June 2 March 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Grad Night will host an array of activities from 10pm to sunrise on the next day. read more » What you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine March 18, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu The basic rundown on what has been happening in Eastern Europe. read more » Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine March 16, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu A conflict captured in videos and on social media inspires strong feelings and mirrors other conflicts. read more » After months of deliberation, school board leaves bell schedule unchanged January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Nikhil Mathihalli A survey found that 50% of respondents preferred to keep the fall bell schedule, influencing the district’s decision. read more » Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
AI-generated images aren’t the future of art January 24, 2023 — by Andrew Lin, George Huang, Eric Shi While the emergence of AI might seem threatening to artists, in reality there’s nothing to fear. read more » How to start lifting December 16, 2022 — by Jason Cheng and Andrew Lin In the midst of the new year craze, here’s how to stay focused and dedicated to your muscle-building journey. read more » Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics December 14, 2022 — by Andrew Lin It’s a gift that could have better presentation. read more » There is no more defending Kanye West November 10, 2022 — by Emma Fung and Andrew Lin Kanye’s near-perfect discography does not excuse his recent behavior. read more » Drama program prepares for fall play ‘The Crucible’ September 24, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin The play, written by Arthur Miller, is in the historical fiction genre and depicts the Salem witch trials. read more » Top 10: Kanye songs September 10, 2022 — by Andrew Lin My opinion of the GOAT’s best songs. read more » District searches for new superintendent after Mike Grove announces retirement for health reasons May 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin A new superintendent is expected to be named by mid-June. read more » Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester May 15, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Orre was interested in the position because of his experience coaching strength and conditioning for the school’s sports teams. read more » King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could April 28, 2022 — by Andrew Lin I can’t bring my own lunch from home, so this is what I endure read more » Top 10 fonts March 23, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Atrey Desai Fonts have feelings and we just hurt them read more » Ruining protein powder: a pitiful example March 20, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Local sophomore becomes yet another victim to scientific progress. read more » School to host Grad Night in person on June 2 March 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Grad Night will host an array of activities from 10pm to sunrise on the next day. read more » What you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine March 18, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu The basic rundown on what has been happening in Eastern Europe. read more » Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine March 16, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu A conflict captured in videos and on social media inspires strong feelings and mirrors other conflicts. read more » After months of deliberation, school board leaves bell schedule unchanged January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Nikhil Mathihalli A survey found that 50% of respondents preferred to keep the fall bell schedule, influencing the district’s decision. read more » Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
How to start lifting December 16, 2022 — by Jason Cheng and Andrew Lin In the midst of the new year craze, here’s how to stay focused and dedicated to your muscle-building journey. read more » Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics December 14, 2022 — by Andrew Lin It’s a gift that could have better presentation. read more » There is no more defending Kanye West November 10, 2022 — by Emma Fung and Andrew Lin Kanye’s near-perfect discography does not excuse his recent behavior. read more » Drama program prepares for fall play ‘The Crucible’ September 24, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin The play, written by Arthur Miller, is in the historical fiction genre and depicts the Salem witch trials. read more » Top 10: Kanye songs September 10, 2022 — by Andrew Lin My opinion of the GOAT’s best songs. read more » District searches for new superintendent after Mike Grove announces retirement for health reasons May 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin A new superintendent is expected to be named by mid-June. read more » Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester May 15, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Orre was interested in the position because of his experience coaching strength and conditioning for the school’s sports teams. read more » King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could April 28, 2022 — by Andrew Lin I can’t bring my own lunch from home, so this is what I endure read more » Top 10 fonts March 23, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Atrey Desai Fonts have feelings and we just hurt them read more » Ruining protein powder: a pitiful example March 20, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Local sophomore becomes yet another victim to scientific progress. read more » School to host Grad Night in person on June 2 March 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Grad Night will host an array of activities from 10pm to sunrise on the next day. read more » What you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine March 18, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu The basic rundown on what has been happening in Eastern Europe. read more » Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine March 16, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu A conflict captured in videos and on social media inspires strong feelings and mirrors other conflicts. read more » After months of deliberation, school board leaves bell schedule unchanged January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Nikhil Mathihalli A survey found that 50% of respondents preferred to keep the fall bell schedule, influencing the district’s decision. read more » Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics December 14, 2022 — by Andrew Lin It’s a gift that could have better presentation. read more » There is no more defending Kanye West November 10, 2022 — by Emma Fung and Andrew Lin Kanye’s near-perfect discography does not excuse his recent behavior. read more » Drama program prepares for fall play ‘The Crucible’ September 24, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin The play, written by Arthur Miller, is in the historical fiction genre and depicts the Salem witch trials. read more » Top 10: Kanye songs September 10, 2022 — by Andrew Lin My opinion of the GOAT’s best songs. read more » District searches for new superintendent after Mike Grove announces retirement for health reasons May 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin A new superintendent is expected to be named by mid-June. read more » Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester May 15, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Orre was interested in the position because of his experience coaching strength and conditioning for the school’s sports teams. read more » King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could April 28, 2022 — by Andrew Lin I can’t bring my own lunch from home, so this is what I endure read more » Top 10 fonts March 23, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Atrey Desai Fonts have feelings and we just hurt them read more » Ruining protein powder: a pitiful example March 20, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Local sophomore becomes yet another victim to scientific progress. read more » School to host Grad Night in person on June 2 March 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Grad Night will host an array of activities from 10pm to sunrise on the next day. read more » What you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine March 18, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu The basic rundown on what has been happening in Eastern Europe. read more » Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine March 16, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu A conflict captured in videos and on social media inspires strong feelings and mirrors other conflicts. read more » After months of deliberation, school board leaves bell schedule unchanged January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Nikhil Mathihalli A survey found that 50% of respondents preferred to keep the fall bell schedule, influencing the district’s decision. read more » Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
There is no more defending Kanye West November 10, 2022 — by Emma Fung and Andrew Lin Kanye’s near-perfect discography does not excuse his recent behavior. read more » Drama program prepares for fall play ‘The Crucible’ September 24, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin The play, written by Arthur Miller, is in the historical fiction genre and depicts the Salem witch trials. read more » Top 10: Kanye songs September 10, 2022 — by Andrew Lin My opinion of the GOAT’s best songs. read more » District searches for new superintendent after Mike Grove announces retirement for health reasons May 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin A new superintendent is expected to be named by mid-June. read more » Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester May 15, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Orre was interested in the position because of his experience coaching strength and conditioning for the school’s sports teams. read more » King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could April 28, 2022 — by Andrew Lin I can’t bring my own lunch from home, so this is what I endure read more » Top 10 fonts March 23, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Atrey Desai Fonts have feelings and we just hurt them read more » Ruining protein powder: a pitiful example March 20, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Local sophomore becomes yet another victim to scientific progress. read more » School to host Grad Night in person on June 2 March 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Grad Night will host an array of activities from 10pm to sunrise on the next day. read more » What you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine March 18, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu The basic rundown on what has been happening in Eastern Europe. read more » Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine March 16, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu A conflict captured in videos and on social media inspires strong feelings and mirrors other conflicts. read more » After months of deliberation, school board leaves bell schedule unchanged January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Nikhil Mathihalli A survey found that 50% of respondents preferred to keep the fall bell schedule, influencing the district’s decision. read more » Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Drama program prepares for fall play ‘The Crucible’ September 24, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Victoria Lin The play, written by Arthur Miller, is in the historical fiction genre and depicts the Salem witch trials. read more » Top 10: Kanye songs September 10, 2022 — by Andrew Lin My opinion of the GOAT’s best songs. read more » District searches for new superintendent after Mike Grove announces retirement for health reasons May 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin A new superintendent is expected to be named by mid-June. read more » Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester May 15, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Orre was interested in the position because of his experience coaching strength and conditioning for the school’s sports teams. read more » King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could April 28, 2022 — by Andrew Lin I can’t bring my own lunch from home, so this is what I endure read more » Top 10 fonts March 23, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Atrey Desai Fonts have feelings and we just hurt them read more » Ruining protein powder: a pitiful example March 20, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Local sophomore becomes yet another victim to scientific progress. read more » School to host Grad Night in person on June 2 March 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Grad Night will host an array of activities from 10pm to sunrise on the next day. read more » What you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine March 18, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu The basic rundown on what has been happening in Eastern Europe. read more » Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine March 16, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu A conflict captured in videos and on social media inspires strong feelings and mirrors other conflicts. read more » After months of deliberation, school board leaves bell schedule unchanged January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Nikhil Mathihalli A survey found that 50% of respondents preferred to keep the fall bell schedule, influencing the district’s decision. read more » Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Top 10: Kanye songs September 10, 2022 — by Andrew Lin My opinion of the GOAT’s best songs. read more » District searches for new superintendent after Mike Grove announces retirement for health reasons May 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin A new superintendent is expected to be named by mid-June. read more » Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester May 15, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Orre was interested in the position because of his experience coaching strength and conditioning for the school’s sports teams. read more » King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could April 28, 2022 — by Andrew Lin I can’t bring my own lunch from home, so this is what I endure read more » Top 10 fonts March 23, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Atrey Desai Fonts have feelings and we just hurt them read more » Ruining protein powder: a pitiful example March 20, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Local sophomore becomes yet another victim to scientific progress. read more » School to host Grad Night in person on June 2 March 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Grad Night will host an array of activities from 10pm to sunrise on the next day. read more » What you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine March 18, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu The basic rundown on what has been happening in Eastern Europe. read more » Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine March 16, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu A conflict captured in videos and on social media inspires strong feelings and mirrors other conflicts. read more » After months of deliberation, school board leaves bell schedule unchanged January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Nikhil Mathihalli A survey found that 50% of respondents preferred to keep the fall bell schedule, influencing the district’s decision. read more » Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
District searches for new superintendent after Mike Grove announces retirement for health reasons May 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin A new superintendent is expected to be named by mid-June. read more » Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester May 15, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Orre was interested in the position because of his experience coaching strength and conditioning for the school’s sports teams. read more » King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could April 28, 2022 — by Andrew Lin I can’t bring my own lunch from home, so this is what I endure read more » Top 10 fonts March 23, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Atrey Desai Fonts have feelings and we just hurt them read more » Ruining protein powder: a pitiful example March 20, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Local sophomore becomes yet another victim to scientific progress. read more » School to host Grad Night in person on June 2 March 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Grad Night will host an array of activities from 10pm to sunrise on the next day. read more » What you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine March 18, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu The basic rundown on what has been happening in Eastern Europe. read more » Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine March 16, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu A conflict captured in videos and on social media inspires strong feelings and mirrors other conflicts. read more » After months of deliberation, school board leaves bell schedule unchanged January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Nikhil Mathihalli A survey found that 50% of respondents preferred to keep the fall bell schedule, influencing the district’s decision. read more » Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester May 15, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Orre was interested in the position because of his experience coaching strength and conditioning for the school’s sports teams. read more » King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could April 28, 2022 — by Andrew Lin I can’t bring my own lunch from home, so this is what I endure read more » Top 10 fonts March 23, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Atrey Desai Fonts have feelings and we just hurt them read more » Ruining protein powder: a pitiful example March 20, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Local sophomore becomes yet another victim to scientific progress. read more » School to host Grad Night in person on June 2 March 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Grad Night will host an array of activities from 10pm to sunrise on the next day. read more » What you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine March 18, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu The basic rundown on what has been happening in Eastern Europe. read more » Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine March 16, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu A conflict captured in videos and on social media inspires strong feelings and mirrors other conflicts. read more » After months of deliberation, school board leaves bell schedule unchanged January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Nikhil Mathihalli A survey found that 50% of respondents preferred to keep the fall bell schedule, influencing the district’s decision. read more » Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could April 28, 2022 — by Andrew Lin I can’t bring my own lunch from home, so this is what I endure read more » Top 10 fonts March 23, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Atrey Desai Fonts have feelings and we just hurt them read more » Ruining protein powder: a pitiful example March 20, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Local sophomore becomes yet another victim to scientific progress. read more » School to host Grad Night in person on June 2 March 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Grad Night will host an array of activities from 10pm to sunrise on the next day. read more » What you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine March 18, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu The basic rundown on what has been happening in Eastern Europe. read more » Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine March 16, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu A conflict captured in videos and on social media inspires strong feelings and mirrors other conflicts. read more » After months of deliberation, school board leaves bell schedule unchanged January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Nikhil Mathihalli A survey found that 50% of respondents preferred to keep the fall bell schedule, influencing the district’s decision. read more » Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Top 10 fonts March 23, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Atrey Desai Fonts have feelings and we just hurt them read more » Ruining protein powder: a pitiful example March 20, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Local sophomore becomes yet another victim to scientific progress. read more » School to host Grad Night in person on June 2 March 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Grad Night will host an array of activities from 10pm to sunrise on the next day. read more » What you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine March 18, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu The basic rundown on what has been happening in Eastern Europe. read more » Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine March 16, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu A conflict captured in videos and on social media inspires strong feelings and mirrors other conflicts. read more » After months of deliberation, school board leaves bell schedule unchanged January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Nikhil Mathihalli A survey found that 50% of respondents preferred to keep the fall bell schedule, influencing the district’s decision. read more » Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Ruining protein powder: a pitiful example March 20, 2022 — by Andrew Lin Local sophomore becomes yet another victim to scientific progress. read more » School to host Grad Night in person on June 2 March 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Grad Night will host an array of activities from 10pm to sunrise on the next day. read more » What you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine March 18, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu The basic rundown on what has been happening in Eastern Europe. read more » Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine March 16, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu A conflict captured in videos and on social media inspires strong feelings and mirrors other conflicts. read more » After months of deliberation, school board leaves bell schedule unchanged January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Nikhil Mathihalli A survey found that 50% of respondents preferred to keep the fall bell schedule, influencing the district’s decision. read more » Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
School to host Grad Night in person on June 2 March 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Grad Night will host an array of activities from 10pm to sunrise on the next day. read more » What you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine March 18, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu The basic rundown on what has been happening in Eastern Europe. read more » Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine March 16, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu A conflict captured in videos and on social media inspires strong feelings and mirrors other conflicts. read more » After months of deliberation, school board leaves bell schedule unchanged January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Nikhil Mathihalli A survey found that 50% of respondents preferred to keep the fall bell schedule, influencing the district’s decision. read more » Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
What you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine March 18, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu The basic rundown on what has been happening in Eastern Europe. read more » Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine March 16, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu A conflict captured in videos and on social media inspires strong feelings and mirrors other conflicts. read more » After months of deliberation, school board leaves bell schedule unchanged January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Nikhil Mathihalli A survey found that 50% of respondents preferred to keep the fall bell schedule, influencing the district’s decision. read more » Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine March 16, 2022 — by Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin and Daniel Wu A conflict captured in videos and on social media inspires strong feelings and mirrors other conflicts. read more » After months of deliberation, school board leaves bell schedule unchanged January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Nikhil Mathihalli A survey found that 50% of respondents preferred to keep the fall bell schedule, influencing the district’s decision. read more » Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
After months of deliberation, school board leaves bell schedule unchanged January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Nikhil Mathihalli A survey found that 50% of respondents preferred to keep the fall bell schedule, influencing the district’s decision. read more » Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Longtime football coach Lugo accepts athletic director and head coach job at Mountain View January 21, 2022 — by Andrew Lin The 14-year football coach and PE and health teacher built a strong program that fell on hard times in recent years. read more » Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Achieving perfection after two reboots and nine tries: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ January 18, 2022 — by Andrew Lin and Sam Bai Out of all of the movies released in 2021, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” takes the cake as the best. read more » Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Boys’ water polo closes season with a loss to Lynbrook at league finals November 22, 2021 — by Bill Yuan, Sam Bai, and Andrew Lin With a senior-heavy team, the program will need to rebuild next year. read more » Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The administration is considering bringing detentions back in response to students arriving late to class. read more » Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 19, 2021 — by Andrew Lin The scope of the class is a better fit with more time to cover important areas. read more » Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Sam and Andrew get insanely jacked November 18, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Two boys on a gnarly journey to get swole. read more » Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Top 10 places to cry November 4, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Cry loud, cry proud read more » Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Andrew Lin Because of teacher complaints, advisory lessons’ content and format have been adjusted. read more » Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 9, 2021 — by Atrey Desai and Andrew Lin Are these restrictions helping China’s teenagers or hurting them? read more » Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Boys’ water polo currently undefeated October 8, 2021 — by Sam Bai, Andrew Lin and Esther Luan Efficient practices and strong team chemistry contribute to the team’s outstanding performance. read more » Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Hot dogs ARE sandwiches. September 30, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Esteemed sandwich scholar puts the debate to rest read more » The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Chess is competitive, but that doesn’t make it a sport. read more » One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
One year after it began, Zoom burnout continues as pandemic takes mental toll March 21, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Increased screen time, causing fatigue and migraines, prompts once flourishing students and teachers to struggle. read more » Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season March 10, 2021 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li After some COVID restrictions on high school sports were lifted, the football team prepares for their spring season. read more » Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Don’t try playing Monopoly against the computer; you’ll lose January 22, 2021 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters fail to vanquish computer opponent after a drawn-out online Monopoly match. read more » Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Trumpeter earns spot in prestigious All-National Honor Ensemble November 21, 2020 — by Vicky Bai and Andrew Li Junior Yoshiki Shimokawa has played the instrument for seven years. read more » Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Appeals court’s decision to make UCs test-blind hurts many seniors November 13, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Judge’s decision to ban University of California from considering SAT and ACT scores in admissions places more weight on more unreliable standards for admission, harming many in the process. read more » Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Students develop programming skills during quarantine November 5, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar and Andrew Li Students explore game development and data science through online courses and tutorials. read more » SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season November 3, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The San Francisco 49ers appear to be in a vulnerable position as they lead the NFL in players on the Injured Reserve. read more » Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning October 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi Students and staff share health and safety concerns surrounding bringing people back onto campus for in-person learning. read more » District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
District plans to start transition into in-person learning October 3, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi LGSUHSD is considering moving forward with the next phase in their four-phased plan. read more » Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices September 10, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Through the pandemic, the varsity boys’ water polo team finds a way to safely practice before the delayed season begins. read more » Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Experienced music director fills in for Boitz September 5, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Anjali Pai Music educator Norman Dea will be substituting for music director Michael Boitz for a semester while Boitz is on paternity leave. read more » A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
A home away from home: in Minecraft September 1, 2020 — by Rohan Kumar, Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys return to playing the popular crafting game to rediscover their inner middle schooler. read more » AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
AP teachers should still offer students missed material after exams May 28, 2020 — by Andrew Li Students should have access to optional assignments and lectures to get a stronger grasp on missed topics to succeed in college and beyond. read more » Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Various academic competitions affected by coronavirus May 1, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Due to the outbreak, the majority have been canceled to help prevent the spreading of the virus. read more » Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Sports leagues grapple with shortened or delayed season as result of coronavirus April 25, 2020 — by Andrew Li Many leagues are finding different ways to entertain fans during the pandemic. read more » Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Don’t celebrate yet: Chances are AP exams will still be hard April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li College Board’s changes to AP testing in response to global COVID-19 quarantines presents various issues about test security and difficulty. read more » Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Music program tries to keep ‘sense of togetherness’ during time apart April 16, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Samantha Yee Band and orchestra teachers are keeping their program strong through activities and online resources. read more » AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
AP teachers differ in beliefs about preparing students for AP exams March 11, 2020 — by Andrew Li AP Chinese and AP English Language courses have varying amounts of focus on exam, but still provide students with skills needed to succeed. read more » Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Boys’ soccer still rebuilding after last year’s down season January 29, 2020 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The team is still experiencing struggles a year after not winning a single game. read more » Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims January 27, 2020 — by Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li In the Engineering Development and Design course, a group of senior girls created a project proposal for sexual assault, an issue they were passionate about solving read more » Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players January 27, 2020 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Increasing injuries due to the more aggressive style of football has lead to decreasing length of professional careers and increasing concerns towards adolescents beginning to play the sport. read more » Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Boys’ soccer moves down a division, hopes to rebound from rough season November 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Though having 18 seniors graduate, the team feels positive because of incoming new talented players read more » AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression November 20, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The course teaches students musical skills such as sight-reading and composition that culminate in a year-end concert. read more » Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS October 15, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li New practice schedule and key sophomore additions drive push towards CCS berth. read more » Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area October 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Senior wants to play in college but has no plans yet. read more » Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning September 7, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The team tries to fill in holes left by graduates in hope of qualifying for CCS. read more » New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
New facilities head Paul Weir returns to Saratoga to help run ‘education factory’ September 7, 2019 — by Andrew Li Former chief engineer leaves dream job to come to manage facilities at Saratoga. read more » Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball April 27, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Experienced newcomer hopes to make a large impact on the team for years to come. read more » Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Teachers plan to shift curriculum to satisfy new science standards April 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Oliver Ye Many classes will implement more earth science topics to prepare students for standardized test. read more » Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Some teachers have more freedom in constructing class curriculum April 25, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Teachers with more lenient classes follow required curriculum and try to add in more creative activities along the way. read more » Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Music department keeps in time with March Madness March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma A hectic month is filled to the brim with concerts, tournaments and festivals for the school’s ensembles. read more » Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Students revive academic honor society chapter March 26, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Five students decide to bring back prestigious club. read more » MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program March 14, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li High school musicians performed with elementary and middle school students to raise money for Harmony Project Bay Area read more » School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
School tests emergency alert system March 12, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li District follows the lead of the elementary school district in making a quick way to transmit information to the school community read more » Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Computer tests faulty and completely unnecessary January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Reporters argue that the recent cheating incident prove computer tests unreliable. read more » Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Struggling to score, rebuilding boys’ soccer team piling up losses January 30, 2019 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu After moving up a league and losing eighteen players to graduation, Boys' Soccer is left in a difficult spot. read more » Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Language department honors hardworking students January 29, 2019 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li The winners of the Language Department's Triple E awards have been announced. read more » More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
More to badminton than just hitting birdie with racket January 22, 2019 — by Andrew Li Reporter plays a round of Badminton with JV players and discovers why the sport is said to be easy to learn, but hard to master. read more » Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Boys’ soccer hopes for another deep run in CCS after losing many seniors to graduation November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The boys' soccer team attempts to have a successful season despite many graduations last year. read more » Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Reaching finals, girls’ water polo advances further in CCS than ever before November 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo advanced to finals in a historic CCS run. read more » Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Band ends season on a high note despite not making finals November 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The band completes its season after competing in Southern California. read more » Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble November 14, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Game review on Episode: Choose Your Story read more » Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Senior wins prestigious water polo award November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le Senior wins USA Water Polo Award read more » Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Upper field closed during lunch after littering warnings ignored November 14, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu The administration has closed the upper field during lunch due to students not cleaning up after themselves. read more » New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming. November 5, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Isaac Le New club offers competitive and recreational platforms for students to play popular video games. read more » Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Girls’ water polo nearly undefeated in dominant season October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls' water polo is hoping to make CCS with excellent record. read more » Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Band places first in division at Cupertino competition October 16, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The marching band competed at the Cupertino Tournament of Bands and placed first in their division. read more » Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Dude Perfect’s ongoing popularity comes from years of perfect trickshots October 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li A review of popular trickshot YouTube channel, Dude Perfect. read more » Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Marching band prepares a ‘dream’ show September 26, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma The first competition occurs Oct. 13 at Cupertino High School. read more » Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent September 10, 2018 — by Isaac Le and Andrew Li Boys varsity water polo team has high hopes for the upcoming season. read more » Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
Girls’ Water Polo holds high hopes for new season September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Alan Zu Girls water polo team hopes for an exciting season after a very "lackluster" one. read more » AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
AP Social Studies courses shift to better suit teachers and students September 10, 2018 — by Andrew Li and Jeffrey Ma Changes in junior and senior level history courses aim to make them easier to grasp. read more » Visuals by Andrew March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
March 18, 2024: Annual earthquake drill includes new addition of post-tremor simulations Junior Alan Lu ducks and covers during the earthquake drill. January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
January 27, 2024: Speak Up for Change assembly: Students and staff discuss healing by seeking help, body dysmorphia, pursuing passions Junior Angie Chen tells her story of body dysmorphia at the Speak Up for Change assembly on Jan. 26. January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
January 25, 2024: Staff editorial: ‘Why school?’ essays should be replaced with video introductions Short videos would offer more information and be more fun to review than written essays January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
January 12, 2024: As semester ends, Taiwanese visitors get a taste of school in U.S., Bay Area culture November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
November 15, 2023: Application inflation: As acceptance rates decline, seniors are applying to more colleges In the first semester, seniors have a lot on their plates September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
September 29, 2023: Newly created safety team plans for emergency scenarios Principal Greg Louie stands in front of a no fire sign, reviewing the fire drill simulation September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
September 24, 2023: In ‘UTOPIA’ Travis Scott answers his critics “UTOPIA” sold nearly 500,000 physical units in the first week after its release, and it would have sold over 700,000 if not for shipping delays. May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
May 26, 2023: One path forward in light of ChatGPT cheating A new battle between AI and teachers has started May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
May 24, 2023: The comeback kids: Despite quarterfinal loss to Harker in CCS, the volleyball team ends the season feeling like champions Junior Eric Norris and sophomore Ryan Backhus successfully block the ball and score a point against Los Gatos on May 3. March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
March 17, 2023: Boys’ volleyball focuses on improved teamwork to help performances Senior middle Mateusz Palusinski spikes the ball past the opponents’ defense to score a point. March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
March 9, 2023: Like most things in life, eating should fall into a healthy middle ground No-win situation. January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
January 26, 2023: School averts post winter break COVID-19 outbreak Depicted are the COVID cases from Aug. 22 to Jan. 20. December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
December 14, 2022: Spotify Wrapped should include more detailed statistics 2022 Wrapped has led me to expand my extremely one-dimensional music taste. November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
November 10, 2022: There is no more defending Kanye West The many faces of Kanye West. September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
September 10, 2022: Top 10: Kanye songs Kanye is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 of all time May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
May 19, 2022: Baseball team makes CCS after a three-game win streak to end the regular season Junior shortstop and pitcher Lucas Dennis throws a pitch during the last game of the regular season on May 12 against Fremont. May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
May 15, 2022: Kristofer Orre takes over as Intermediate P.E. teacher for second semester Kristofer Orre instructs junior Anthony Wang on proper form for an exercise called the thruster. May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
May 12, 2022: 100% sugar? More like 100 grams of sugar April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
April 28, 2022: King for a day: the changes I’d make to the cafeteria if I could The meatballs have a texture similar to rubber erasers, which is concerning. Notice the lack of green vegetables. March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
March 18, 2022: Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1. November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
November 22, 2021: The need for tech refresh: Establish a tech booster organization November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
November 19, 2021: Increasing tardies, unexcused absences result in punishments November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
November 19, 2021: Ethnic studies would work better as a whole-year class November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
November 7, 2021: So you want to play all the games The Falcon has reviewed recently? Start here October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021:
October 9, 2021: Advisories resume; more changes still planned October 9, 2021: Beijing’s grip on Chinese gaming and media tightens October 8, 2021: