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The Saratoga Falcon
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
Acting superintendent Heath Rocha speaks during the Nov. 12 board meeting.
New concerns arise over former superintendent Sanderson’s 2022 hiring
November 20, 2024
The flyer for this year’s Winter Formal hangs up around school and is posted on social media.
Tickets for Winter Formal sell out before purchase window closes
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
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
Here’s why you should vote against Prop 34.
Prop 34’s devious methods target non-profits
October 30, 2024
Please let me understand my mistakes.
100-word rant: Let me use the answer key to check my work
October 28, 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 Jackie Gu

Staff Ed: New P.E. policy benefits none, upsets all

Jackie Gu, Paul Jung, and Michael Lee
October 17, 2012
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An open letter to the guy who stole my Obama-Biden bumper sticker

Jackie Gu
September 19, 2012

Middle school mathletes collaborate with high school

Jackie Gu and Brandon Judoprasetijo
January 13, 2012
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Sophomore hones math skills

Jackie Gu and Brandon Judoprasetijo
November 29, 2011

Boys’ water polo: Key loss stops CCS dreams

Jackie Gu and Brandon Judoprasetijo
November 14, 2011
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Much ado about spoons; administration alters original ban on ‘assassin’ games on campus

Jackie Gu and Samuel Liu
November 13, 2011

Boys’ Water Polo: Team defeats rivals Wilcox and Lynbrook

Jackie Gu and Brandon Judoprasetijo
October 27, 2011

Kucer utilizes classroom walls as memory board

Jackie Gu
October 25, 2011

Steven Cho: sophomore phenom

Jackie Gu and Brandon Judoprasetijo
October 14, 2011

Female mathletes compete in annual Math Prize contest

Jackie Gu and Brandon Judoprasetijo
October 9, 2011

Falcon Focus: Senior pursues Indian Carnatic music

Jackie Gu and Vivien Lu
October 3, 2011
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Sophomores disqualified from Homecoming for inappropriate jokes

Anushree Dugar and Jackie Gu
September 30, 2011
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Sophomores disqualified from Homecoming

Anushree Dugar and Jackie Gu
September 30, 2011
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Sophomores disqualified from Homecoming

Anushree Dugar and Jackie Gu
September 30, 2011

Boys’ water polo: Results arouse bittersweet feelings

Jackie Gu and Brandon Judoprasetijo
September 29, 2011

Boys’ water polo: Team dominates Watsonville tournament

Jackie Gu and Brandon Judoprasetijo
September 17, 2011
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Final Harry Potter a memorable experience

Jackie Gu
September 13, 2011

New year yields drastic changes for math club

Jackie Gu and Brandon Judoprasetijo
September 9, 2011

Boys’ Water Polo Preview

Jackie Gu and Brandon Judoprasetijo
September 9, 2011

Final Potter installment an experience to remember

Jackie Gu
September 4, 2011

Teaching to the test detrimental to the education system

Jackie Gu
June 6, 2011

English department undergoes changes, hires veteran teacher

Jackie Gu and Evaline Ju
May 27, 2011

Chess team breaks six-year win streak at state tournament

Shivani Chadha and Jackie Gu
April 26, 2011

Chess team breaks six-year win streak at state tournament

Shivani Chadha and Jackie Gu
April 26, 2011

Academic disparity between LG and SHS a cause of stereotype

Jackie Gu
March 31, 2011

Summer science programs open doors for ambitious students

Jackie Gu and Michael Lee
March 20, 2011

Why students should walk around in ponchos all day

Jackie Gu and Aashna Mukerji
March 20, 2011

Graduation cords to be eliminated from ceremony this year

Jackie Gu and Karen Yang
January 31, 2011

What’s cooking in the life of a chef?

Jackie Gu
January 31, 2011
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Faithwalk’s annual Christmas play a success

Jackie Gu
December 10, 2010

Online resources both blessing and curse

Jackie Gu
December 8, 2010

This or That?-Jackie Gu’s View

Jackie Gu
December 1, 2010

Potter holds the portkey to our hearts

Jackie Gu and Aashna Mukerji
November 3, 2010
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Maybe ‘happily ever after’ not such a stretch after all

Jackie Gu
October 22, 2010
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Falcon tips: How to be goth

Jackie Gu
October 19, 2010
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How to be a hipster

Jackie Gu
October 15, 2010
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School technician helps to make new gardening club fruitful

Jackie Gu
October 15, 2010

Got questions? Senior will answer

Jackie Gu
September 22, 2010

Legalizing prostitution not right by any means

Jackie Gu
September 16, 2010
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