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The Holiday Wish Drive Christmas tree placed in front of the entrance of the main office.
Students and staff ensure Holiday Wish Drive ends in success
December 9, 2024
Lou speaks at a campaign fundraiser on June 9. At this event and throughout his campaign, he spoke to San Francisco voters about the importance of public safety and affordability to maintaining a family-oriented community.
Alumnus reflects on campaign for Congress following defeat
December 5, 2024
Mr. and Mrs. Laws with Finley in their backyard.
English teacher training her puppy to one day be a therapy dog in schools
December 5, 2024
A photo of the car along Camino Rico shortly after the crash.
Accident shows potential dangers for cyclists
December 5, 2024
The“No climbing on roof” sign warns students near the library.
School has made efforts to crack down on students trying to climb onto campus roofs
December 3, 2024
From 1959 to present-day, the Falcon has transitioned from a black-and-white newspaper to a colored magazine and website.
Through the decades: How The Falcon transitioned to new technologies
December 10, 2024
Make sure to include these songs in your Christmas playlist.
Christmas songs for when Mariah Carey’s high notes become mind-numbing
December 10, 2024
“CHROMAKOPIA’s” grayscale cover depicts a masked Tyler with an outstretched hand, a departure from his previous album covers, many of which featured his face alongside distinctive colors.
‘CHROMAKOPIA’ shines a light on the untold stories of adulthood
December 10, 2024
California’s recently signed legislation AB 3216 is a follow up to AB 272 from 2019.
What the new state-wide cell phone mandate means for the district
December 8, 2024
Films such as Disney’s 2025 Snow White are redundant and unwanted by audiences.
Hollywood’s dilemma: politics, stereotypes or quality
December 7, 2024
Senior Anisa Taymuree learns her solo dance alongside her choreographer Karen Chien.
Solos allow dance team upperclassmen to explore their individuality
December 9, 2024
Wrestlers must adjust their diets according to their weight
Athletes wrestle with their opponents — and their weight
December 5, 2024
The Golden State Valkyries are heading to the WNBA, with their first game occurring in May 2025.
WNBA expands to Bay Area as league begins a golden age of viewership
December 4, 2024
Longtime fan Sameera Kapur at a San Jose Sharks game
Super fan supports Sharks despite hockey team’s cellar-dwelling ways
December 2, 2024
The cheer team poses for a photo together at the JAMZ competition on Nov. 9.
Cheer places 4th in first competition of the year and qualifies for nationals
November 29, 2024
The many confusing aspects of Shakespeare make his works unappealing.
To read or not to read: My struggle with Shakespeare
December 7, 2024
The balance of the justice system has teetered due to the corruption.
The U.S. legal system is in need of serious changes — beginning with criminal justice
December 5, 2024
AI can benefit and stimulate growth in many fields including economy, health care, and education.
Hold your concerns, AI will make a better future
December 5, 2024
Teachers who teach the same class but give different tests hurt students' ability to compete and succeed.
Lack of standardization among teachers creates unequal academic playing field
November 27, 2024
The student vote is one of their most powerful weapons.
Students should be allowed a vote in the school board
November 22, 2024
I feel jealous of Santa Claus because he gets to enjoy holiday treats from around the world on Christmas Eve.
I’m a lost Clause for holiday treats
December 10, 2024
A few of the bright red prairie sumac leaves against the sky.
My autumn hobby: ‘capturing’ the fall-ing leaves
December 10, 2024
The annual Christmas pickle tradition continues this year.
It’s not Christmas without finding the family gherkin
December 7, 2024
Macaulay Culkin’s ‘Home Alone’ is undoubtedly the best holiday movie.
My top 10 Christmas movies of all time
December 5, 2024
I’d rather have a blue Christmas than an artificially “warm” Christmas.
I’ll have a blue, blue Christmas
December 3, 2024

The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon
All content by Michael Zhang

Tech is not automatically great in the classroom

Michael Zhang
April 29, 2019

College merchandise is too expensive

Michael Zhang
March 27, 2019

Newcomers Goff and McVay will best veterans Brady and Belichick

Michael Zhang
January 30, 2019

Library’s cost of printing is too high

Jeffrey Xu and Michael Zhang
November 14, 2018

Controversial new NFL rules seek to protect the quarterback

Michael Zhang
October 23, 2018

‘Shotgunning’ colleges isn’t as good as you think

Michael Zhang
September 12, 2018

Sleeping 10 hours much harder than expected

Michael Zhang
September 10, 2018

100 Word Rants: June 1 Edition

Francesca Chu, Jackson Green, Jeffrey Xu, and Michael Zhang
June 7, 2018

Baseball wins league, but loses in second round of CCS

Patrick Li and Michael Zhang
May 30, 2018
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Baseball team’s spirit reinvigorated by recent wins

Patrick Li and Michael Zhang
April 3, 2018

Behind the doors of staff development days

Alexandra Li and Michael Zhang
March 29, 2018

Sophomore competes overseas for U.S. Math Team

Jeffrey Xu and Michael Zhang
March 29, 2018

Methods of measuring student ability need improvement

Michael Zhang
March 26, 2018

Baseball: Falcons seek to dominate El Camino

Michael Zhang
February 11, 2018

Math and Science Clubs implement successful contests

Jeffrey Xu and Michael Zhang
February 9, 2018

Perception of feminism hurts real feminists

Michael Zhang
February 8, 2018

Social media is unrealistic but has both positive and negative impacts

Selena Liu and Michael Zhang
February 8, 2018

Cafeteria’s new ID card payment method has some flaws, many benefits

Leo Cao and Michael Zhang
February 8, 2018

Mexican exchange student enjoys visiting Saratoga

Pranav Ahuja and Michael Zhang
December 9, 2017

Students prefer new schedule

Daniel Bessonov and Michael Zhang
December 9, 2017

Community college students save money, have abundant options

Daniel Bessonov and Michael Zhang
December 9, 2017

Celebrities aren’t being punished like their peers

Michael Zhang
December 7, 2017
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New PA system presents unexpected challenges

Jessica Wang and Michael Zhang
November 6, 2017

Senior advances to regional finals in prestigious science competition

Jeffrey Xu and Michael Zhang
November 1, 2017

Money still available in Measure E to fund future projects

Michael Zhang and Emilie Zhou
October 27, 2017

One-wheel wonder: Sophomore learns to unicycle

Michael Zhang
October 22, 2017

Varsity Science Bowl team picks key freshmen

Jeffrey Xu and Michael Zhang
October 22, 2017

U.S. is losing its status as world power

Leo Cao and Michael Zhang
October 19, 2017

When a parent lives far away, students learn independence

Karen Chow and Michael Zhang
September 14, 2017
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Another large freshman class enrolls at SHS

Esha Lakhotia and Michael Zhang
September 13, 2017

Pro: Breakfast is egg-sential

Michael Zhang
September 13, 2017

100 Word Rants

Esha Lakhotia, Muthu Palaniappan, and Michael Zhang
September 12, 2017

Badminton: Falcons end season 1-11, will likely move down to El Camino league next year

Sherrie Shen and Michael Zhang
May 3, 2017

Attendance for spirit events should not be mandatory

Michael Zhang
May 3, 2017

SHS to transition to Google Accounts

Michael Zhang
May 1, 2017

Young teacher mistakes: the time a math teacher forgot about one of his students

Michael Zhang
April 25, 2017

Trading cards for video games

Michael Zhang
April 23, 2017

Fake news can’t be ignored

Michael Zhang
March 11, 2017

School to offer State Seal of Biliteracy on diplomas

Michelle Lee and Michael Zhang
March 11, 2017
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Overcoming setbacks, Robinson returns to job after two surgeries

Michael Zhang
February 10, 2017

AMC to take place; math club looks forward to foster interest

Jay Kim and Michael Zhang
January 29, 2017

District boundaries are here to stay, and that’s a good thing for education

Michael Zhang
January 25, 2017

Besides being ‘chill,’ History in Film offers different perspectives

Rahul Vadlakonda and Michael Zhang
January 24, 2017

Saratoga students are not receiving enough sleep

Angela Liu and Michael Zhang
January 22, 2017

Students seek recognition at first off-campus math competition

Jay Kim and Michael Zhang
December 15, 2016

Robinson out until January due to complications from back surgery

Michael Zhang
November 21, 2016

Large P.E class presents challenges; hiring of second teacher helps solve them

Kitty Huang and Michael Zhang
October 13, 2016

Smaller class sizes benefit both teachers and students

Michael Zhang
October 11, 2016
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Semifinalists looking to advance in competition

Michael Zhang
September 14, 2016
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Yim steps down as Math Club adviser

Jay Kim and Michael Zhang
September 8, 2016

Large freshman class presents challenges

Francesca Chu and Michael Zhang
September 8, 2016
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Pokémon Go helps make real-world connections

Michael Zhang
September 8, 2016

True Life: I am a top 200 gamer

Michael Zhang
June 6, 2011
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