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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

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All content by Connie Liang

Local study spots in need of late-night hours

Connie Liang
April 22, 2019

Senior finds success through competitive Pokémon

Sofia Jones and Connie Liang
April 22, 2019
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Winter percussion team enjoys successful season

Sofia Jones and Connie Liang
April 1, 2019

Badminton returns to De Anza League

Connie Liang and Sherrie Shen
March 28, 2019

Teachers and the Trump Era

Connie Liang and Siva Sambasivam
March 27, 2019

Winter Guard kicks off season with new shows and staff

Sofia Jones and Connie Liang
February 14, 2019

Is second-semester burnout real?

Connie Liang
February 14, 2019

Time is up. We need to start caring about the environment.

Connie Liang
February 12, 2019

It’s a f-ACT: ACT tops SAT as superior admissions test

Connie Liang
February 12, 2019

Junior develops app to aid healthy sleep

Connie Liang and Kevin Sze
December 12, 2018
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Orchestra will travel to Chicago to perform at The MidWest Clinic during finals week

Sofia Jones and Connie Liang
December 11, 2018

‘In My Feelings’ dance challenge provides valuable lesson about enjoying the moment

Connie Liang
November 27, 2018
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Marching band prepares to wrap up after a successful season

Sofia Jones and Connie Liang
October 30, 2018

A theater for all: McAfee rentals encourage community enrichment

Connie Liang
October 29, 2018

Changes to band leadership yield mixed responses

Sofia Jones and Connie Liang
September 27, 2018

Leaked albums irritate artists, may boost album sales

Angelina Chen and Connie Liang
September 24, 2018
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Homecoming: Sophomores overcome tight deadlines to produce punny performance

Connie Liang
September 23, 2018

Staying up late, waking up late acceptable to certain extent

Connie Liang
May 30, 2018

Newly installed 4-way stop in downtown met with dispute

Connie Liang
May 30, 2018

Swimming: Varsity girls place fourth at League Finals

Connie Liang and Kaylene Morrison
May 9, 2018

Computer science club hosts first-ever competition

Connie Liang
May 7, 2018

Juniors beat seniors to clinch championship in annual Powderpuff tournament

Connie Liang
April 16, 2018

XuBin Liu adjusts to new country and school environment

Connie Liang and Mathew Luo
March 26, 2018

Minorities in the Bay form communities to exchange produce

Colleen Feng and Connie Liang
March 24, 2018

Freshmen fill and strengthen team

Connie Liang and Kaylene Morrison
March 20, 2018

Speech and debate presence on campus outweighs that of mock trial

Connie Liang
March 20, 2018

Hero Club and Chinese Club collaborate to deliver care packages in SF

Lina Kim and Connie Liang
March 20, 2018

Noise in library and tutoring center during tutorials defeats purpose of facilities

Connie Liang
March 15, 2018

Giving it a whirl: Junior twins find joy in color guard

Connie Liang
March 15, 2018

Off-season, on the grind

Connie Liang
January 25, 2018
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Bringing color into the lives of the children in Nepal

Connie Liang and Vivien Zhang
January 25, 2018

Rap culture’s prescription drug glorification harmful to listeners

Jayne Zhou and Connie Liang
January 24, 2018

Students find mumble rap’s beats to be on par with lyrical rap’s bars

Connie Liang and Alex Wang
January 17, 2018

Winter Formal askings this year less grand than usual

Connie Liang and Sandhya Sundaram
November 30, 2017
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Learning to swim past the aspiration to succeed

Connie Liang
November 17, 2017

World-renowned photographer’s MAP presentation inspires students

Connie Liang
November 16, 2017

New village chocolate shop thriving

Connie Liang and Anna Novoselov
November 16, 2017

Bullet journal not your days but your dreams

Connie Liang and Sanjana Melkote
November 16, 2017
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Closing of local Gene’s Fine Foods upsets loyal patrons

Connie Liang and Victor Liu
October 19, 2017
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K-fashion craze strong in U.S.

Connie Liang and Olivia Lu
October 18, 2017

Parents tracking kids’ internet activities met with mixed reactions

Connie Liang and Phoebe Wang
October 17, 2017

PSA’s

Connie Liang, Sandhya Sundaram, Howard Tang, Elaine Toh, Rahul Vadlakonda, and
October 17, 2017

Students flourish in Middle College environment

Connie Liang and Elaine Sun
October 12, 2017
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New school year brings new entrance

Connie Liang and Annissa Mu
September 5, 2017

New to SHS, sophomore finds a welcoming environment

Connie Liang
September 5, 2017

A musical escape

Connie Liang
September 1, 2017
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