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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
Saratoga Team 1, senior Alan Lu, junior Lawson Wang, sophomores Andy Lu and Seabert Mao, senior Skyler Mao and sophomore Vivian Zhong (left to right), hold their 3rd place trophy.
Math club places third at Berkeley tournament
November 17, 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
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
Mascots and volunteers cheering runners on as they cross the finish line.
Saratoga 5K Fun Run: a blend of community and competition
November 13, 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

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All content by Lina Kim

Hard Work and time commitment pay off for college athletes

Lina Kim and Kaylene Morrison
May 7, 2018

Student activism: A part of something bigger

Lina Kim
May 4, 2018

Hero Club and Chinese Club collaborate to deliver care packages in SF

Lina Kim and Connie Liang
March 20, 2018
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Black Panther: A rallying cry for cultural identity

Lina Kim and Alex Wang
March 7, 2018
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Bellarmine Broads blog: Boys rated female teachers’ looks, attractiveness online

Lina Kim, Claire Rhee, Kyle Wang, and Sophia Zivanic
February 13, 2018

Dividers in boys bathrooms greeted positively

Lina Kim
January 29, 2018
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13-Word Love Stories

Lina Kim
January 26, 2018

Re-established photography club attracts many students

Lina Kim and Elaine Sun
January 25, 2018

Memes based on movies going viral

Lina Kim and Elicia Ye
November 16, 2017

Girls’ golf puts itself in strong position

Elaine Fan and Lina Kim
October 19, 2017

Friday Night Work Shifts: Kick Poelmann and Anya Srivats

Colleen Feng and Lina Kim
October 12, 2017

The plug has not been pulled on rigged game and reality TV shows

Lina Kim and Anna Novoselov
October 5, 2017

Leadership students learn sensitivity through workshop

Lina Kim
September 5, 2017

Not such a high price to pay: City should legalize permit-based marijuana cultivation

Lina Kim
September 1, 2017
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Low enrollment leads to dance fitness-intermediate PE merger

Ananya Vadlakonda and Lina Kim
August 31, 2017

Girls golf anticipates good season

Elaine Fan and Lina Kim
August 31, 2017

Girls’ lacrosse sees progress in season-ending loss to LG

Lina Kim and Elicia Ye
May 30, 2017

Softball and basketball’s mom: Kerri Spirakis

Lina Kim
May 26, 2017

Urban Decay’s Basquiat collection proves controversial in cosmetics community

Lina Kim
May 25, 2017

Junior adapting well after recent move from Korea and Japan

Frederick Kim and Lina Kim
May 25, 2017

Girls’ lacrosse struggles with low numbers

Lina Kim and Elicia Ye
March 30, 2017

Student organizations gain profit from Club Rush

Lina Kim and Roland Shen
March 26, 2017

College tours, preparation season has already come for some

Lina Kim and Alex Yang
March 23, 2017

Teachers were students once, and most say they didn’t feel nearly the same pressures as today’s teens

Lina Kim and Alexandra Li
March 22, 2017

Truth: If I won the lottery

Lina Kim
March 16, 2017

Torn apart: Trump ban echoes in immigrant community of Saratoga

Lina Kim, Austin Wang, and Phoebe Wang
February 13, 2017

Club field hockey strengthens team friendships and skills

Lina Kim
February 10, 2017

Girls’ lacrosse faces challenge of small team

Lina Kim and Elicia Ye
February 9, 2017

Wrestling team increases conditioning, technique

Daniel Bessonov, Lina Kim, and Ami Nachiappan
February 9, 2017

Fresh off the boat: Understanding that I’m more than my racial stereotype

Lina Kim
February 2, 2017

Field Hockey bids season farewell, prepares for CCS

Lina Kim and Neil Rao
November 1, 2016

‘Daveyland’ teaches MAP students about campaigning

Lina Kim and Jason Zhao
October 31, 2016

College counselor and former assistant principal Karen Hyde guides ‘Path to Success’ in talk to parents

Lina Kim
October 27, 2016

Students perform in city’s 60th anniversary parade

Karen Chow and Lina Kim
September 27, 2016

Field hockey looks to continue solid start

Lina Kim and Neil Rao
September 26, 2016

Student assumes leadership role, helps with Homecoming preparation

Lina Kim and Neil Rao
September 22, 2016
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