Skip to Main Content
The Student News Site of Saratoga High School

The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon

Ariia Blanco

Ariia Blanco, School Scope Editor

Ariia Blanco, Class of ’27, is a School Scope Editor for the 2025-26 school year. Ariia has reported on a range of topics, from school sports teams and entertainment reviews to the increasing student use of AI. Outside of journalism, she enjoys hanging out with friends and trying new food places.

All content by Ariia Blanco
The game had a higher audience turnout with many bringing posters to support Lin.

Girls’ volleyball dominates Lynbrook 3-0 in a Senior Night sweep

The team celebrated their only senior, middle Grace Lin.
The group’s video “Speed Bumps Ahead” was shown at the One Earth Film Festival.

MAP seniors win national award for environmental awareness video

It won the One Earth Young Filmmaker Contest and was played at the One Earth Film Festival in Chicago last month.
The team prepares for their second set.

Hard-fought match against Cupertino ends in loss for girls’ volleyball team

Following the 3-1 defeat on Thursday, the team now looks to improve on communication for future games.
Kathy Jun helping students with geometry during tutorial.

New math and physics teacher Kathy Jun balances two different classrooms

Jun comes to the school from Mission Bay High and now teaches physics on Blue Days and geometry on Red Days.
Debate co-vice president Anthony Luo teaches students about the basics of forming a strong debate case.

Speech and debaters enjoy historic success at nationals

Graduated seniors leave leadership holes for rebuilding the team.
 Courtesy of UTokyo
Side-by-side comparison of digital notes vs paper notes.

Digital or handwritten? Students weigh memory vs efficiency in note-taking methods

Research reveals distinct advantages for each, yet classroom requirements show conflict.
New Mochinut store in downtown Saratoga right off Big Basin Way.

Buy or Bye? Mochinut opens new spot in downtown Saratoga

The eatery had its grand opening over the summer, selling a wide range of foods, from mochi donuts to Korean corn dogs.
Junior outside Aanya Hotha blocks a ball against Monta Vista.

Girls’ volleyball falls short in opening contest against Monta Vista

The Falcons put up a good fight against the Matadors, but lost 3-1.
Saratoga High School’s quad steps in a quiet moment.

100-word rant: School should start on a Thursday, a not Wednesday

Having two Red Days and one Blue Day in Week 1 felt slightly overwhelming for many students.
The girls’ volleyball team practicing for their first game against Monta Vista on Sept. 2.

Girls’ volleyball preview: With only one senior returning, Falcons try to build on last year’s CCS appearance

After a strong performance in the El Camino last year, the junior- and sophomore-led heavy team features several top returning players.
Engineering teacher Audrey Warmuth at her desk teaching Engineering Design and Development.

Warmuth retires after 19 years at Saratoga High

The engineering teacher has taught over five different subjects within her 30 years of teaching.
A student writing an essay in class.

Increasing student use of AI causes English teachers to switch to in-class essays

A major downside of in-class essays is the loss of class time for other activities.
 Courtesy of Renn Blanco


Team poses after beating Palo Alto 199-188

Golf team reaches CCS as a team for first time in 3 years

The team’s starters were all seniors, leaving some big shoes to fill for next season.
Golfers pose after defeating Los Gatos.

One last swing: Senior golfers bid farewell to the Toga fairways and each other

All starting slots were held by the Class of ‘25 this spring.
 Courtesy of Pinterest


Spring’s golden gift: lemons

As the saying goes, when life gives you lemons…

The ultimate guide to getting the most out of every lemon.
 Courtesy of Pinterest

The ideal Expo marker in a classroom should be fresh and full of ink.

100-word rant: Dried markers, know your place (in the trash)

Marker runs out of ink, creativity runs dry. The ultimate result? The garbage bin.
The team practicing at the Saratoga Country Club range

Okada, Smith lead senior-dominated golf team into De Anza competition

The only non-senior in the starting six is freshman Michael Zhao.
Team poses for a photo, from left to right: adviser science teacher Kathy Nakamatsu, team members Warren Chee, Max Rombakh, Skyler Mao, Ethan Pan, Alex Ge, and club member Edward Chee, who came to show support

Science Bowl team finishes fifth at regionals, falls short of qualifying for the national competition

The Science Bowl team competed on Feb. 8 at SLAC against powerhouses such as Lynbrook and Homestead.
Dictionary definition of the word accomplishment

What’s your biggest accomplishment?

A few students share their greatest accomplishments from the past few years.
Dr. Philip Fine lecturing at the speaker event

Air quality expert inspires students through an engaging talk

Dr. Philip Fine talked about his journey in the sciences and offered his advice to students.
Galentines food spread.

How to spend Valentine’s Day single and thrive

Spending time with friends can help make being alone on Feb. 14 not so lonely.
The team poses for a group photo after the victory.

Girls’ soccer defeats Lynbrook, securing first place in El Camino

The Falcons brought home a 7-2 win against the Vikings.
One of the cards donated.

Showing kindness through art

The Art4Hearts club gives support through card making
The girls practicing for their upcoming season

Girls’ soccer starts the pre-season strong: securing two wins and gaining confidence for the upcoming season

After only winning one out of 11 games last season, the team is excited to make a comeback.
Junior Sahaana Potti has committed to Pepperdine.

Sahaana Potti verbally commits to playing Division I soccer at Pepperdine

After being scouted by many schools, the junior has picked Pepperdine to further her soccer journey.
Newest season of Outer Banks

Top show ‘Outer Banks’ makes its return with Season 4

New episodes will be released in two different parts to maximize their viewership.
Nicole Hao’s winning art piece “Mindspace.”

Junior’s art submission wins gold medal at national art competition

Nicole Hao wins gold in Scholastic Art and Writing competition along with multiple honorable mentions.
Someone walking on the sidewalk (where they should)

100-word rant: People should walk on sidewalks

People who walk on the road instead of the sidewalk have no common sense.
Stationery products from Muji

Top 10 best stationery brands

From pencils to ballpoint pens, highlighters to gel pens, these stationery brands offer the best products for your pencil case.
Senior Kaylee Yeung performs in a 2023 Nutcracker production with her dance studio.

A leap of faith: Senior hopes to pursue ballet beyond high school

Kaylee Yeung has been ballet dancing since age 3 and has danced with many studios since moving to the U.S. from Hong Kong in 2022.
Nicole Hao’s art piece is now displayed in downtown Los Gatos.

Junior artist wins local art competition

Nicole Hao’s artwork now displayed on the streets of Los Gatos after securing first place in art competition.
Load More Stories