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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 Karen Sung

32 seniors named National Merit Semifinalists

Nick Chow and Karen Sung
September 11, 2013
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The story of how I became a Directioner

Karen Sung
September 4, 2013
Student Reaction

Students react to arrests, media blitz in Pott sexual assault case

Cristina Curcelli, Sarah Finley, Samuel Liu, and Karen Sung
April 13, 2013

Mock trial has no objections to a successful season

Karen Sung and Ashwini Velchamy
March 12, 2013

AP classes create chasm between sophomore and junior year

Karen Sung
February 26, 2013
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Things that make me cry (aka Les Mis)

Karen Sung
January 29, 2013
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Public humiliation serves as an unwise form of punishment

Grace Ma and Karen Sung
January 22, 2013

Solar panels would reap monetary benefits for Saratoga

Karen Sung
November 21, 2012
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Tweety bird gone wrong

Sherrilyn Ling and Karen Sung
November 21, 2012
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Students who drive cope with high gas prices

Sarah Finley and Karen Sung
November 15, 2012
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Junior finds new pursuits following devastating injuries from gymnastics

Sarah Finley and Karen Sung
October 29, 2012
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In-Depth editors? More like angels sent from above

Karen Sung and Ashwini Velchamy
October 18, 2012

Cross country: a sport of endurance and mentality

Karen Sung
October 10, 2012
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Amazon’s tax a hidden blessing

Karen Sung
October 10, 2012

Colorado shooting shocks students, showing the randomness of violence in the U.S.

Allison Chang, Grace Ma, and Karen Sung
September 6, 2012

Chik-Fil-A shows lack of judgment, less chicken eaten

Carol Suh and Karen Sung
September 4, 2012

Despite time strain, coaching helps teachers reap benefits

Karen Sung and Ashwini Velchamy
August 31, 2012
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Pearl milk tea, a tea-rific beverage

Karen Sung
May 8, 2012

Why Broadway’s actors are more deserving than Hollywood’s

Karen Sung
April 25, 2012

Seniors present winning poetry with renowned writers

Grace Ma and Karen Sung
April 25, 2012
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Senior, grad knew Lin before fame

Karen Sung
March 14, 2012

Students embrace meme mania on Facebook

Kelly Liu and Karen Sung
March 10, 2012

Lawbreakers serve their sentences by doing weekend community service on campus

Samuel Liu and Karen Sung
March 10, 2012
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Dancing isn’t my forte

Karen Sung
March 9, 2012

Difficulties lead to Invisible Children dance cancellation

Grace Ma and Karen Sung
March 6, 2012

Sparknotes aids confused students who read confusing books

Karen Sung
March 3, 2012

Students volunteer time to brighten lives on MLK day

Karen Sung
January 18, 2012

Social media negatively impacts student productivity

Karen Sung
January 17, 2012

AP Biology courses to be revised for upcoming school year

Karen Sung
January 10, 2012

Softball: Sophomores strike close bond together

Jay Mulye and Karen Sung
January 10, 2012
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Girls’ tennis places second at NorCals and CCS; Monta Vista edges out Falcons twice

Amy Jan and Karen Sung
November 21, 2011
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Student interest in politics varies in depth

Aasim Naqvi and Karen Sung
November 17, 2011

Construction of replacement wall for Thermond Center begins

Paul Jung and Karen Sung
November 13, 2011

Questionable behavior tars sophomores’ reputation

Anushree Dugar and Karen Sung
October 14, 2011

Girls’ Tennis: Second the best

Amy Jan and Karen Sung
October 14, 2011

‘Don’t ask, don’t tell’ repeal a step toward ending discrimination

Grace Ma and Karen Sung
October 10, 2011

Photos illustrate music program over the years

Grace Ma and Karen Sung
October 9, 2011

Art room sings Cher

Grace Ma and Karen Sung
October 6, 2011

New schedule leads to stress-free winter break

Karen Sung
September 9, 2011

Girls’ Tennis Preview 2011

Karen Sung
September 3, 2011

Now that you’re a sophomore…

Karen Sung
September 2, 2011

Now that you’re a sophomore…

Karen Sung
September 2, 2011
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We are the E-Generation

Karen Sung
October 27, 2010
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