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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 Lauren Louie

Common Roots aims to improve its school presence

Miles Albert and Lauren Louie
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Nationally ranked freshman crucial to badminton team

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March 9, 2015

Event to Stop Hunger Now a success

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March 5, 2015

No fear, all clear: Reporters ask teachers about hot-button issues

Kevin Chow, Lauren Louie, Melissa Magner, and Dorrie Tang
February 5, 2015

Parents should not help students with college applications

Lauren Louie and Arman Vaziri
January 20, 2015

Tuition hikes dooming and deterring students

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January 20, 2015

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November 20, 2014

College presentations prove ineffective

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November 20, 2014

Purple Sparkly Candy Apples

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October 16, 2014

Rejected by ‘dream college,’ 2014 graduate lands in better spot

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October 12, 2014

Bucket half full or half empty?

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September 5, 2014

Levi’s Stadium’s facilities are an upgrade on outdated Candlestick Park

Lauren Louie and Arman Vaziri
September 4, 2014
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Badminton team struggles

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May 5, 2014

Prom askings more eventful than prom

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May 1, 2014

Disney capitalizes on the opportunities within YouTube

Jade Bisht and Lauren Louie
April 30, 2014

Senior has achieved lofty heights in badminton career

Lauren Louie and Candice Zheng
March 9, 2014

How based on a true story does a true story have to be?’

Jade Bisht and Lauren Louie
November 13, 2013

Brothers by chance, life changers by choice

Jade Bisht and Lauren Louie
October 28, 2013

Members of baseball team volunteer at Giants’ game

Lauren Louie
October 10, 2013

Homecoming themes stray from the norm

Lauren Louie
September 10, 2013

Our generation: Where the good TV shows were at

Jade Bisht and Lauren Louie
August 31, 2013

Sequels and Prequels: Pixar edition

Jade Bisht and Lauren Louie
May 19, 2013

Unnecessary roughness in sports makes a difference

Sudeep Raj and Lauren Louie
February 4, 2013

Curse-ive: archaic writing form unnecessary

David Sparkman and Lauren Louie
December 16, 2012

Definition of a party game

Jay Mulye, Arman Vaziri, and Lauren Louie
December 7, 2012

The new age of gaming

Jane Park and Lauren Louie
December 7, 2012

Girls’ XC: Sophomores compete despite injuries

Carolyn Sun and Lauren Louie
October 29, 2012

Life tips: Bread can salvage dry cookies!

Amy Lin and Lauren Louie
October 27, 2012

Unique humor and stories helps students learn

Lauren Louie
September 30, 2012

Girls’ Cross Country: Takahashi’s sunny personality shines on the team

Lauren Louie and Carolyn Sun
September 30, 2012

Girls’ XC: “acorn,” the secret warning

Lauren Louie and Carolyn Sun
September 28, 2012
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