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Nicole Hao’s art piece is now displayed in downtown Los Gatos.
Junior artist wins local art competition
September 7, 2024
The Instagram post on the @toga.2028 account announcing the results of the freshman class election.
School leadership chooses to elect freshman class officers after school starts
September 6, 2024
Drama students pose for a picture outside the Central Hall Studio.
Drama program refreshes after two weeks at prestigious Fringe Festival in Scotland
August 31, 2024
The crowd collects for the 2024 Democratic National Convention.
Senior works at the Democratic National Convention as a member of the digital team
August 31, 2024
Leadership students working on various projects during class.
ASB prepares to host open meetings for all students during tutorial
August 31, 2024
A mango dragon fruit lemonade refresher.
100-word rave: Starbucks iced drinks are the greatest start to any day
September 3, 2024
Following my advice will guarantee your success!
A senior’s guide to surviving (and thriving in) APUSH
August 31, 2024
Main entrance of Ulavacharu Tiffins
Senior Mag 2024: The best places to go off-campus to at lunch
June 3, 2024
The proud group poses with Ms. Daly next to their feast.
Senior Mag 2024: An APUSH BBQ feast provides a memorable final
June 3, 2024
Current MAP seniors at Universal Studios on the MAP LA trip in junior year
Senior Mag 2024: 2 seniors reflect on what made their MAP experience memorable
May 30, 2024
The runners explore many routes in Saratoga, venturing to roads such as Elva Avenue.
Cross country season preview: Tippetts returns to coach boys while professional runner steps up to coach the girls
August 31, 2024
Beach volleyball is a great way to exercise and have fun with your friends.
Discovering our new favorite summer pastime, beach volleyball
August 24, 2024
Senior pitcher Aiden Chen announces his verbal commitment to the Claremont-Mudd-Scripps athletic program on Aug. 14.
Senior pitcher verbally commits to Claremont McKenna
August 24, 2024
The 2024 CCS bracket.
Softball falls 7-0 to Capuchino in CCS
May 26, 2024
Junior Aiden Chen winds up for a pitch against Santa Clara on May 9.
Baseball falls short of CCS but builds for the future
May 23, 2024
Summer program group bonding at Disneyland :D
While summers can bolster academics, they can also provide many other valuable opportunities
September 7, 2024
The depraved depths of the internet.
Child influencer accounts have a predator problem
September 7, 2024
A map of the 16th District, which includes Saratoga.
The local district election: Ranked voting provides a way to ensure true competition
September 7, 2024
Women Paralympic athletes run in the 2016 Rio Olympics.
Is the official Paralympic social media team using their athletes for clout?
September 7, 2024
Boycotting of large brands like Starbucks, McDonalds, and Nestle have been at the forefront of social movements.
Boycotting presents an effective strategy for tackling modern-day issues
September 4, 2024
Messages such as this one will make you an academic weapon.
Burned out? Here are three study methods you’ve never heard of to help you bring your A-game
September 7, 2024
Midday naps are easy-peasy for me with the help of ASMR.
Listen up: Don’t shame me for indulging in ASMR
September 7, 2024
My own attempt at the movie poster.
‘It Ends With Us’ polishes Booktok’s darling into solid DA awareness movie
September 7, 2024
There are multiple great times to arrive to class.
Top 10: times to arrive to journalism in the morning
September 4, 2024
Wondering where you should eat? Don’t worry, here are a few recommendations.
My Top 10 Restaurants In the South Bay
September 1, 2024

The Saratoga Falcon

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All content by Allison Tan

Senior Mag 2023: The places that defined our class

Shreya Rallabandi and Allison Tan
June 6, 2023

Senior Mag 2023: Signing off after four crazy years

Allison Tan
June 6, 2023
100-word rant: Students who write 27’ instead of ‘27 should be rescinded

100-word rant: Students who write 27’ instead of ‘27 should be rescinded

Allison Tan
April 1, 2023
Activities director Kristen Cunningham poses with rally commission after the bachelorette themed night rally.

Activities director announces she’ll be leaving for another position next year in Northern California

Allison Tan
March 30, 2023
Ally’s bible of rizz makes a return.

Much-needed tips for Falcons with no game when it comes to love

Allison Tan
March 28, 2023
Senior guard Julian Berklowitz-Sklar gets ready for a defensive possession late in the team’s game against Los Gatos on Feb. 8.

Photo or Graphic for: Wildcats deal blow to Falcons’ CCS chances

Neal Malhotra, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Andy Zhu
February 13, 2023
During practice, senior captain Dylan Sinton looks to find an open lane during their flying changes drill. 

Photo or Graphic for: Boys’ soccer disappointed with a tie on their long-anticipated senior night

Anika Kapasi
February 12, 2023
Spring semester events deserve the same amount of hype as first semester.

Spirit — and event participation — should last the whole year

Allison Tan
February 12, 2023
Drama Club advertises sign ups for the New Works festival on social media.

Drama department spotlights student talent in New Works Festival

Allison Tan
February 10, 2023
Class President grapples with pleasing classmates with hoodies designs.

Will there be Class of ‘23 hoodie? The senior class president addresses the probing question

Allison Tan
February 10, 2023
The leadership conference attendees pose in front of Aurora’s castle on the last day of the trip.

Leadership class travels to Anaheim and learns leadership the ‘Disney Way’

Allison Tan and Tara Natarajan
February 10, 2023
Should senior commit day be advertised by leadership? 

Advertising Commit Day as an official day contributes to hyper-academic culture

Allison Tan
February 9, 2023
The fans want to know!

In college admissions, discussing mental health comes with frustrating downsides

Allison Tan and Shreya Rallabandi
January 31, 2023
Everyone dreads scrolling through the endless posts that come with the winter season. 

Top 10: Winter posts I don’t want to see

Allison Tan
December 16, 2022
During a timeout in a Dec. 8 game against Branham, Steven Ning motivates his teammates.

Photo or Graphic for: Sophomore JV basketball player hopes to play at the next level

George Hu
December 15, 2022
Junior midfielder and striker Kate Oberhauser dribbles the ball between two Wilcox players on Dec. 6.

Photo or Graphic for: Girls’ soccer adjusts to moving up a division with small roster

Anika Kapasi and Kavya Patel
December 10, 2022
Juniors listen to Professor Warren as he discusses Shakespeare’s “Hamlet.”

Photo or Graphic for: English 11 Honors hosts ‘Hamlet’ discussion with Shakespeare professor

Jonny Luo and Victoria Hu
December 10, 2022
The Anti-Racism task force poses with speakers before the rally on Nov. 21.

Anti-Racism Task Force rallies to combat racism

William Norwood and Allison Tan
December 8, 2022
District PIO officer Tanya De La Cruz works in the LGSUHSD office.

Photo or Graphic for: Responding to calls for better communication, district employs public information officer for first time

Maggie Zeng and William Norwood
December 8, 2022
Hemmerich helps students with their projects on Dec. 1.

Photo or Graphic for: Intro to Digital Animation course teaches fascinating concepts and provides students an artistic outlet

Divya Vadlakonda
December 6, 2022
Spirit commission takes on five unique dress-up days to increase Halloween spirit.

Leadership pleased with participation from Halloween spirit week

Allison Tan
November 20, 2022
Ally’s book of rizz never lies.

Top 10: effective rizz techniques

Allison Tan
November 16, 2022
Senior men are increasingly traveling in herds.

100-word rant: Senior men, stop traveling in packs

Allison Tan
November 10, 2022
Drum Major Petr Tupitsyn overlooks his marching band, ready to showcase their senior night performance.

Marching band shows promising season with their performance ‘Blossom’

Allison Tan and Zachary Zinman
October 25, 2022
The cheer team walks together along the track before the football game.

Photo or Graphic for: Cheer team prepares for competitions as sideline season comes to an end

Mitchell Chen and Derek Liang
October 21, 2022
After losing my spare key to my house while my parents were abroad, I finally found a place to sleep.

A day in the life of a bobarista from hell

Allison Tan
October 17, 2022
The class of 2023 is experiencing senioritis while drafting college essays.

Dear seniors, get a grip

Allison Tan
September 25, 2022
Nearly 50 seniors show up to the first day of Homecoming move-in.

Senior Homecoming participation increases

Allison Tan and Tara Natarajan
September 24, 2022
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Photo or Graphic for: Sophomore class office hosts first in-person boba fundraiser

Apurva Chakravarthy
March 29, 2021
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