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The Class of ‘25 lines up to take their final bow at the end of the first show.
Indian Cultural Awareness Club puts on 20th annual Bombay in the Bay show with stunning costumes and energetic music
February 22, 2025
At the very minimum, active advertising of harmful, addictive substances shouldn’t be constantly exposed to children going to school.
In a bad sign, ever more marijuana shops are popping up near schools
February 14, 2025
The high school Jazz Band performs their set on Jan. 17.
18 musicians accepted into state-wide conference
February 14, 2025
Sunder Pichai remains CEO of Google despite his countless blunders.
Workers lose their jobs when CEOs fail at their jobs
February 14, 2025
Kim performs “Romeo and Juliet” Fantasy Overture by Tchaikovsky with the NYO2 orchestra in Dallas on Aug. 6.
Practice takes senior musician to Carnegie Hall and beyond this summer
February 13, 2025
Junior Arjun Krish, Class of `23 alumnus Adam Xu and his mentor Dr. Liang Li stand in front of Krish’s lab station in the summer of 2024.
Junior researches for a cure for glaucoma
February 16, 2025
Free Luigi” merchandise has been growing rapidly on online shopping platforms.
Analysis: Luigi Mangione’s case of vigilante justice reflects American glorification of violence
February 15, 2025
Matt Walsh’s brand new documentary reveals the dark side of DEI movements.
‘Am I Racist?’ — mockumentary takes a deep dive into DEI and presents ideas worth considering
February 14, 2025
Senior Michelle Ho poses in her lab coat holding a small flask.
Senior explores genetic underpinnings of arthritis in her research
February 14, 2025
“Nature’s Chance Encounter” along with many others of senior Amy Pan’s paintings adorn the Saratoga Library Group Study Room.
Senior represents nature through texture, visuals, and ambiance through both physical and digital mediums
February 13, 2025
Members of the dance team hold a pose in their competition pom routine, performing at the girls’ basketball game on Jan. 17.
Dance team brings back traditional halftime basketball performances
February 22, 2025
Competitions like the World Cup are popular in both soccer and futsal respectively.
What makes futsal the kicker for soccer players?
February 15, 2025
The seniors pose for a picture after winning 3-1 against Cupertino.
Boys’ soccer qualifies to CCS after 3-1 victory over Cupertino on Senior Night
February 14, 2025
Students utilize the school’s weight room to keep fit during the season and off-season.
Student athletes adapt to avoid “falling off” during the offseason
February 13, 2025
Senior Saatvik Kommareddi spins past a defender at a game on Jan. 18.
Boys’ basketball team suffers first loss but clinches CCS qualification
February 11, 2025
In large classes, it’s difficult to share my opinions often.
Why class sizes should not exceed 30
February 14, 2025
With the release of more AI language models like Deepseek, we are hopeful to see a future of the industry with more diverse options for users.
Public attention on DeepSeek fuels discussion about AI development
February 14, 2025
The progressive movement reached its peak in 2020, during COVID-19.
The Progressive movement is on the outs
February 12, 2025
2024 electoral map
In a splintered U.S., consecutive two-term presidents may become rare
February 11, 2025
AI Safety is not a joke.
To prevent disastrous outcomes, inherently evil AI growth needs to halt
February 11, 2025
Junior Ishir Ayyagari flexes after an arm workout.
New year, new goals: Three juniors give advice about how to stick to your workout resolutions
February 15, 2025
It’s time to use those cold emailing skills (and your $29.99 monthly LinkedIn Premium subscription) to get LinkedUp.
Top 10: ways to get a valentine next year
February 14, 2025
I practice the guitar in my room during my free time.
This is a PSA to take up a new instrument (in my case, a guitar)
February 14, 2025
Hello.
A letter to my senior year self
February 13, 2025
Some wonderful new year's resolutions that you should try out!
Top 10: New Year’s Resolutions
February 13, 2025

The Saratoga Falcon

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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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