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The chosen layout (out of two) plans for the installation of panels in the front parking lots.
Board of trustees approves solar energy system contract
November 22, 2024
Band volunteer parents Beryl Liu and Dongni Chen set up the band room for cookie dough distribution on Nov. 15.
Annual Music Booster cookie dough fundraiser clears hurdles and sets sales records
November 22, 2024
Senior Aria Zhang and sophomore Sophie Poon (bottom right) perform in their SSAA ensemble among other talented students from other schools
Nine students qualify for the Coastal Regional Honor Choir
November 21, 2024
One of the school’s top-of-the-line AEDs
School ramps up AED count on campus
November 20, 2024
Students listen to Natasha Schatzman’s presentation in the student center on Nov. 15.
NASA aerospace engineer shares research in aeromechanics and aeroacoustics
November 20, 2024
Actress Naomi Scott playing Skye Riley brings to life a terrifying transformation through subtle changes.
‘Smile 2’ mixes traditional jump scare and psychological horror
November 20, 2024
BASIC officers at a boba fundraiser on Oct. 2.
BASIC club emphasizes youth action on humanitarian aid
November 18, 2024
The U.S., China and Taiwan, among other nations, are engaged in one of the fastest-growing tech races in history to develop and produce the best semiconductors and AI.
The U.S. is playing catchup in the semiconductor race. Is it too late to win?
November 12, 2024
Highlights of freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors dances during Homecoming week from Oct. 14-19.
Behind the scenes: Meet the choreographers who brought the Homecoming dance to life
November 2, 2024
Students gather around the table at the top of the quad steps during the voter registration drive on Sept. 25.
Revived Democracy Matters club kicks off the school year with successful election events
October 30, 2024
With a love for the warm weather in San Diego, Coghlan commits to UCSD and plans to major in molecular and cell biology.
Coghlan commits to Division I rowing at UC San Diego
November 21, 2024
Senior Saira Ramakrishnan pitches for the Saratoga Falcons.
Senior softball player commits to University of Rochester
November 20, 2024
The team gathered around a fire during their retreat to enjoy s’mores and build team chemistry.
Girls’ basketball team aims to build winning culture in pre-season after eye-opening retreat
November 20, 2024
Recap of fall sports.
Fall Sports Recap: Toga teams fight hard to the end
November 16, 2024
The girls’ tennis team poses for a group photo.
Girls’ tennis finishes the regular season with a solid victory
November 16, 2024
The student vote is one of their most powerful weapons.
Students should be allowed a vote in the school board
November 22, 2024
Shakespeare’s place in English Curriculums is indisputable
Shakespeare, though challenging, remains an essential component of English curriculum
November 22, 2024
Cigarette packaging should depict frightening images on the front and sides, clearly communicating the consequences of smoking.
Cigarette packaging needs to be more graphic in its dire warnings
November 15, 2024
Journalism labor unions have firmly opposed the bill, calling it a “shakedown.”
‘Undemocratic’ deal reached between Google and California news outlets
November 7, 2024
Test dates make or break our vacation
The bliss and benefits of having tests before breaks
October 31, 2024
Personally, I really need some noodle slippers.
My 8-year-old self would be sad to see ‘5-Minute Crafts’ go — but I’m not
November 20, 2024
A hearty stew such as a beef bourguignon is perfect for a cold winter day.
Winter break bucket list: cooking galore
November 18, 2024
Don’t hate until you try it.
Top 10: weirdly good food combos that might get you flamed
November 16, 2024
A girl cries as she realizes her wallet is empty.
Resisting the urge to splurge: regulating money spent on lunchtime outings
November 11, 2024
The seating chart is often like a game of Russian Roulette, you either sit next to your best friend or next to your ex.
Top 10: Reasons to request a seat change
November 5, 2024

The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon
All content by Edward Dong

Response of administration to Pott situation draws criticism

Edward Dong and Devin Zhao
May 8, 2013

Rape culture: an issue on campus

Edward Dong and Aashna Mukerji
March 14, 2013

Forty-nine students trek to Mexico, find second alma mater

Edward Dong and Nikil Ramanathan
March 12, 2013
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Sophomore’s passing stuns and saddens community

Edward Dong and Kelly Liu
September 24, 2012

Why do you love sports?

Edward Dong and Sanj Nalwa
April 11, 2012

Is downtime necessary for success?

Edward Dong
April 11, 2012

School allows double AP English enrollment

Edward Dong and Sanj Nalwa
March 14, 2012

District follows November election, considers contingency plans if Brown’s plan fails

Edward Dong, Joanna Lee, and Sanj Nalwa
March 10, 2012

Spanish department anticipates visitors from Cuernavaca

Edward Dong
March 10, 2012

Students win awards in national art and writing contest

Edward Dong and Grace Ma
March 6, 2012
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Davis settles to teach after years in engineering, business

Edward Dong
March 3, 2012
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Is cheating on the rise?

Edward Dong
January 24, 2012

Honors courses demand more time, effort

Jonathan Young and Edward Dong
January 18, 2012

Saratoga graduate’s work published in Australia

Edward Dong
January 18, 2012

Math: a talent or a skill?

Edward Dong and Anushree Dugar
January 18, 2012

One year later, parking lot fence gains acceptance

Edward Dong
January 17, 2012

Students pursue mathematics in community college courses

Edward Dong
January 17, 2012

Facebook forges new era of communication

Edward Dong and Grace Ma
January 13, 2012

Modern American culture should not trash tradition

Edward Dong
January 10, 2012

Falcon Focus: Senior achieves miracles, one step at a time

Edward Dong
January 10, 2012
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Triathlete achieves miracles, one step at a time

Edward Dong
December 16, 2011

Girls’ volleyball: team pleased with overall performance despite season’s setbacks

Edward Dong and Matt Foley
November 17, 2011

Spanish Club celebrates Mexican holiday

Edward Dong and Minu Palaniappan
November 15, 2011

Small school advantages at Swarthmore

Edward Dong
November 12, 2011

A women’s school, not a girls’ school

Edward Dong
November 12, 2011

School considers repairing 52-year-old gym windows

Edward Dong and Dylan Jew
November 12, 2011

Can you speak in a foreign language in class?

Edward Dong
November 7, 2011

Boutique to kick off holiday season

Sanj Nalwa and Edward Dong
November 7, 2011

Students consider drugs in Saratoga inappropriate

Roy Bisht and Edward Dong
October 18, 2011
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New district superintendent announced

Edward Dong and Sanj Nalwa
October 15, 2011

Girls’ Volleyball: Mollahan sets team up for victory

Edward Dong and Matt Foley
October 14, 2011

Attendance office hires new secretary

Edward Dong and Sanj Nalwa
October 14, 2011

Universities bring back early action: a blessing for all students?

Edward Dong
October 14, 2011

Runner meets high school pace

Edward Dong
September 9, 2011

Girls’ Volleyball Preview 2011

Edward Dong and Matt Foley
September 9, 2011
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Matsuoka becomes superintendent in Milpitas, district seeks new leader

Edward Dong and Sanj Nalwa
September 9, 2011

Traveled teachers to embark on educational journey

Edward Dong and Grace Ma
September 9, 2011
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