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Mothers of middle and high school students from across the Bay Area listen to MomsConnect 2024 panelists on Sept. 22.
Safine among panelists for non-profit Chai with Moms inaugural event
October 10, 2024
Ward talks to a representative from Hult International Business School as part of a college fair on Sept. 23
The CCC’s services are here to help students through the application process
October 5, 2024
To conserve paper and reduce the risk of cheating, College Board has made the decision to transition toward an almost fully digital testing model for their Advanced Placement (AP) courses.
Changes to AP testing procedures set to take effect in 2025
October 5, 2024
“A Dark Future” currently holds three titles: Lift-off Global Network Sessions Official Selection, Official Winners of the One Earth Film Festival Young Filmmakers Contest and Regeneration International Youth Film Selection.
MAP grade 11 project “A Dark Future” wins International Environmental Film Award
September 29, 2024
During their first meeting on Sept. 12, Slime Club members mix a large bowl of glue with an activator to make slime.
New Slime Club is drawing over 60 members each meeting
September 26, 2024
A screenshot of SHS Fizz where students post content ranging from academics to shower thoughts
New SHS-focused Instagram confessions page stirs concerns
October 4, 2024
The crevice is widening between the ideologies of America’s two leading parties.
Deepening political divides are fragmenting America
September 26, 2024
History classes rely on using reliable sources when discussing political events.
When politics intrude into the classroom
September 26, 2024
Big data corporations like Disney are more involved in data stealing than you may think.
Behind a curtain of ‘transparency,’ many companies process user data undercover
September 25, 2024
A name like that might just give poor X a case of torrential bullying.
Elon Musk cursed his son by naming him X æ A-xii Musk
September 24, 2024
Young NFL stars James Cook and Marvin Harrison Jr. celebrated their breakout campaigns in blowout victories.
Fantasy Football Overview Weeks 1-4: Wild breakout performances and disappointing injuries
October 5, 2024
On Aug. 24, Zhang competes in the 50-meter freestyle in the preliminary round at Junior Pan-Pacific Championships.
Talented swimmer goes to Australia to compete at 2024 Junior Pan-Pacific Championships
September 30, 2024
Freshmen Delsin Dizoglio and Kaylee Ren play physical tic-tac-toe in period 6 P.E.
New mandatory P.E. rule for freshmen goes into effect
September 29, 2024
The Falcons huddle before their first scrimmage of the season against Evergreen on Sept. 5th.
Football team sees hard work pay off as a dominant 42-7 win against the Pioneers places them 2-0 in league
September 29, 2024
In last year’s matchup with Santa Clara, senior Sydney Riera controls the game from the middle of the field.
Field hockey team hopes to find improvement during rebuild
September 24, 2024
The balance of power at the school sites is heavily outweighed by the district.
Staff editorial: As the board levels up on district office personnel, LG and SHS staff suffer negative impacts
October 10, 2024
The Monopoly theme is a mere shadow of what it could have been.
This year’s Homecoming theme for the senior class is a major disappointment
October 10, 2024
Kamala Harris represents the U.S. in international politics.
Kamala Harris brings long-awaited and indispensable gender and ethnic representation to U.S. politics
September 30, 2024
No phone use on campus will prove to be a health and safety hazard.
Cell phones have a healthy and necessary role in schools
September 26, 2024
In the dark reality of social media, family channels have let money and fame blind them.
YouTube Family channels too often lead to child exploitation
September 24, 2024
Real-life image of my friend with AirPods while studying.
Top-10 classical music pieces to take a listen to
October 5, 2024
The library is the perfect place to work
100-word rave: A love letter to tutorials
September 26, 2024
An example of a WeTip poster depicting the impact of negative comments hangs in Meghan Laws’ English classroom.
WeTip posters aim to provide a way to report harassment, bullying and other issues
September 26, 2024
Stationery products from Muji
Top 10 best stationery brands
September 24, 2024
A paper knife is like trying to become an academic weapon — it’s not as magnificent or sustainable as it appears.
New year, new habits: I tried to become an academic weapon
September 24, 2024

The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon

Andy Zhu, News Editor

All content by Andy Zhu
NBA stars LeBron James and Kevin Durant next to a portrait of Noah Lyles

‘LeAvengers’ — LeBron-led Olympic men’s basketball team — silence track star Noah Lyles and other doubters

Caleb Yu and Andy Zhu
September 8, 2024
Beach volleyball is a great way to exercise and have fun with your friends.

Discovering our new favorite summer pastime, beach volleyball

Bill Huang and Andy Zhu
August 24, 2024
Senior Kali Duvvuri sets a quick 1 for senior middle blocker Scotty Rich

Boys’ volleyball grabs first in league, moving on to CCS

Andy Zhu
May 5, 2024
Junior Steven Ning regrets his choice of snacks while on the East Coast

Friend’s peanut allergy episode shows the dangers of the deadly condition

Andy Zhu
April 23, 2024
Beautiful pictures of the Pagani Huayra, Mclaren Sabre and Audi R8 from my car album.

Who knew cars were so interesting?

Andy Zhu
April 1, 2024
High schoolers compassionately taking on new responsibilities and stepping into the real world.

Upperclassmen fit jobs into their busy schedules

William Cao and Andy Zhu
March 8, 2024
Percentage comparisons for drop numbers of math levels in SHS between 2017-18 and 2022-23.

Unprepared students suffer comprehension gaps after skipping math levels

Skyler Mao and Andy Zhu
February 8, 2024
One of the chefs from Kito’s Taco Shop, Juan, grills tomatoes for the salsa.

Spanish teacher balances teaching and co-running startup Mexican food restaurant

Kathy Wang and Andy Zhu
February 6, 2024
SHS students work with Jhangshu International Creative Technical High School to create an environment-friendly bike.

Students discover environmental solutions at Taiwan climate conference

Andy Zhu
December 3, 2023
We bought the celebrity ice cream flavors from Safeway during our newspaper deadline night on Sept. 28.

Ben & Jerry’s celebrity ice creams: Which one is the best?

Derek Liang and Andy Zhu
November 20, 2023
Veteran and new players both display their love for Pokemon Go (rightfully so).

Gotta catch ‘em all: Pokémon Go’s deserved comeback

Andy Zhu
November 15, 2023
My sixth grade sister dribbling through defenders at a basketball tournament in San Francisco.

Bonding with my younger sister over basketball strengthens our relationship

Andy Zhu
November 3, 2023
Tasting the blissful flavors of sugar tomatoes always makes me feel nostalgic.

Sugar tomatoes blessed my childhood

Andy Zhu
September 26, 2023
The University of Chicago visited the school’s College and Career Center on Sept. 7.

CCC brings colleges to campus

Andy Zhu
September 19, 2023
While I spent my freshman summer relaxing at Yellowstone National Park, I’m planning on learning at Harvard this upcoming summer.

Looking back on my carefree freshman summer as academic intensity starts to rise

Andy Zhu
June 3, 2023

2023 Falcon Sports Rankings

Anika Kapasi, Victoria Lin, Aiden Ye, and Andy Zhu
June 1, 2023
My ongoing fight with the unbearable substance known as Styrofoam.

Styrofoam is my kryptonite

Andy Zhu
May 18, 2023
The condition of the school gym as of March 24.

Coaches and players advocate for gym renovations

Andy Zhu
April 26, 2023
Me getting to 6 ft tall! (in my dreams ;-;)

The journey of my mom monitoring my height

Andy Zhu
March 28, 2023
Puffy and Fluffy growing up in a different environment than the wild.

The incredible story of two wild rescue rabbits

Andy Zhu
March 26, 2023
Seniors Mason Wang, Julian Berkowitz-Sklar and Lucas Dennis help up junior guard Bryan Wang in their CCS match against Soledad on Feb. 19.

Boys’ basketball ends a bounceback season with CCS loss to Monterey

Neal Malhotra and Andy Zhu
March 26, 2023
Class of ‘19 alumnus  Sehij Dhindsa goes up for a layup in 2019 during a senior year game.

Class of ‘19 alumnus comes back to coach boys’ JV basketball

Andy Zhu
February 27, 2023
New players are joining volleyball as time frees up for the rest of the year.

Second semester seniors boost their passions for volleyball

Andy Zhu
February 18, 2023
Senior guard Julian Berklowitz-Sklar gets ready for a defensive possession late in the team’s game against Los Gatos on Feb. 8.

Wildcats deal blow to Falcons’ CCS chances

Neal Malhotra, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Andy Zhu
February 13, 2023
Both JV and varsity teams practice and get ready for the upcoming season.

Season preview: Boys’ volleyball brings revived hope into new year

Andy Zhu
February 8, 2023
Music floating around “its owner” throughout their day.

Earworms add a vital soundtrack to my life

Andy Zhu
December 15, 2022
Sophomore Caleb Yu and junior Brooks Overton go head to head during a practice on Oct. 21.

Boys’ basketball team trying to adjust to new players and coach

Neal Malhotra and Andy Zhu
December 10, 2022
What the Family Giving Tree warehouse looked like pre-covid.

Saratoga remains strong giving back to the community

Andy Zhu
December 7, 2022
Lord of the Flies graphic maps made by Palisoul’s students.

Palisoul’s English 10 dives into their first book of the year

Derek Liang and Andy Zhu
December 6, 2022
Students hang out and finish homework in the student center on Oct. 11.

Student athletes share their favorite spots to hang out after school

Andy Zhu
November 11, 2022
Math teacher PJ Yim bikes on a trail in Seven Springs Saratoga.

Three teachers share how sports have shaped their lives

Andy Zhu
November 11, 2022
Saratoga downtown Starbucks closing down.

Downtown Starbucks closes its doors

Atrey Desai, Jonathan Si, and Andy Zhu
October 21, 2022
Two students throwing a frisbee during la fiesta.

The best class period: A hard-earned fiesta in Spanish 2

Andy Zhu
September 27, 2022
The varsity boys’ basketball team shoots around during open gym.

Davey returns to coach boys’ basketball team

Neal Malhotra and Andy Zhu
September 24, 2022
New English teacher Mary Palisoul teaching English 10

New English teacher joins school with 11 years of teaching experience

Atrey Desai, Zack Zhang, and Andy Zhu
September 24, 2022
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