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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 Howard Tang
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Students pioneer Youth Econ Initiative

Jonathan Li and Howard Tang
April 3, 2020

Poet laureate Mighty Mike McGee visits Poetry Club, Creative Writing class

Howard Tang
December 15, 2019

Falcon to win Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association in hybrid category

Howard Tang
December 9, 2019

Teachers should leverage TA talents, not ignore them

Howard Tang
September 20, 2019

ASB purchases skateboard racks, installment date to be set

Howard Tang
September 19, 2019

Boys’ golf advances to state tourney in historic season

Howard Tang and Alex Wang
June 3, 2019
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Golfers advance to state tourney for first time

Howard Tang and Alex Wang
May 29, 2019

Due to dip in funds, sports teams look for other ways to raise money

Jun Lee and Howard Tang
April 3, 2019

Soundings revamped with web version and more issues

Howard Tang
April 2, 2019
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Golf team zeroes in on league title

Kevin Sze and Howard Tang
April 1, 2019

Students revive Artificial Intelligence club

Howard Tang
February 25, 2019

Few changes from last season give golf team hope to excel

Kevin Sze and Howard Tang
February 14, 2019

Dozens participate in prestigious math competition

Howard Tang
February 14, 2019

Con: Coding shouldn’t be taught early

Howard Tang
February 12, 2019

Speak Up for Change week theme to be Escaping the Mask We Live In

Howard Tang
December 12, 2018

Rowers reach respected ranks through tireless toil and persevering past pain

Howard Tang
December 12, 2018

Senior pursues wearable tech startup to help bike riders

Howard Tang
October 30, 2018

Outreach commission works to enrich school environment

Howard Tang and Aaria Thomas
October 29, 2018
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Veteran teachers adjust to new classrooms

Nitya Marimuthu and Howard Tang
September 24, 2018

Juniors win hackathon by developing environmental app

Howard Tang
September 22, 2018

College Board fails to amend its own mistakes

Howard Tang
September 17, 2018

H-1B visa allows immigrants to stay and thrive in the U.S.

Howard Tang and Jeffrey Xu
May 25, 2018

Class of 2018 valedictorian, salutatorian announced

Howard Tang
May 25, 2018

Students excel in math and physics competitions

David Koh and Howard Tang
May 23, 2018

Boys’ tennis: Team suffers disappointing defeat in second round of CCS

Mathew Luo and Howard Tang
May 9, 2018

Siemens’s ending should not discourage students

Howard Tang
May 7, 2018

Team tries to rebuild itself after key losses

Mathew Luo and Howard Tang
April 1, 2018

Teachers encourage second semester seniors to stay focused

Howard Tang
March 29, 2018

Daylight saving an inconvenience, but students persevere

Howard Tang
March 15, 2018

Facebook’s Instant Games amass popularity over years

Amy Tang and Howard Tang
March 15, 2018

Junior recounts his involvement in Bitcoin craze

Howard Tang and Callia Yuan
January 25, 2018

Bay Area figure skaters achieve success in Winter Olympics

Elaine Sun and Howard Tang
January 25, 2018

Actress decides to pursue theater in college after participating in unique plays

Mathew Luo and Howard Tang
January 25, 2018
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Sophomore: wise fool

Howard Tang
January 19, 2018
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The Humans behind HOSH: Facebook page shares student stories

Howard Tang
November 29, 2017

Junior spends free time creating music

David Koh and Howard Tang
November 27, 2017

Students should suffer consequences for drinking

Howard Tang
November 16, 2017

Library experiences decline with physical books

Mathew Luo and Howard Tang
October 17, 2017

PSA’s

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

Volunteer student cashiers adjust to unfamiliar work in cafeteria

Howard Tang
October 12, 2017

Color blindness an inconvenience, not a disability

Howard Tang and Vivien Zhang
October 11, 2017

Freshman 15

Sanjana Melkote, Kaylene Morrison, Howard Tang, Amy Tang, and Alex Wang
September 1, 2017
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