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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

The Saratoga Falcon
All content by Miles Albert

Boys’ basketball team has a shot at CCS

Miles Albert and Ami Nachiappan
January 21, 2016

Fantasy football scandal causes debate

Miles Albert and Roland Shen
January 21, 2016

Falcon hoopsters welcome newcomers

Miles Albert and Ami Nachiappan
November 15, 2015

Junior creates entrepreneurship club sponsored by MIT Launch program

Miles Albert
November 10, 2015

ASB and Leadership aim to create more inclusive student culture

Miles Albert and Elizabeth Lee
October 14, 2015

Students choose ACT to avoid new SAT

Miles Albert and Claire Rhee
October 4, 2015

Common Roots aims to improve its school presence

Miles Albert and Lauren Louie
March 12, 2015

“Humans of New York” Facebook page raises $1.5 million for students

Miles Albert and Amulya Vadlakonda
March 5, 2015

Leadership class grants wishes big and small

Miles Albert and Deepthi Sampathkumar
January 25, 2015

Cupertino bakery doesn’t live up to glowing reviews

Miles Albert and Gitika Nalwa
January 22, 2015

Startup site Ello fails to compete as a strong Facebook alternative

Miles Albert and Trung Vandinh
November 24, 2014

Streaming video games: the new reality TV?

Miles Albert
November 13, 2014

Announcements need to be more effective

Miles Albert
October 12, 2014

Saratoga prepares for council elections

Neehar Thumaty and Miles Albert
October 9, 2014

Juniors take the ‘Yo.’ app to the next level

Miles Albert
September 4, 2014

Baseball: Falcons repeat league championship title with win over Paly

Miles Albert and Allison Lin
May 23, 2014
Football 013

Faylors follow father’s footsteps in football

Miles Albert and Tiffany Zheng
May 1, 2014

Underclassmen should be able to go off campus

Miles Albert and Andrew Jiang
May 1, 2014

Students visiting college at younger age

Miles Albert and Andrew Jiang
April 30, 2014

Baseball team achieves victory over Homestead after long battle

Miles Albert
April 2, 2014

Homecoming: an opportunity to increase SHS spirit

Miles Albert
April 2, 2014

School hosts event that asks students what it means to be successful

Miles Albert
February 12, 2014

Senior high jumper signs with Division I school

Andrew Jiang and Miles Albert
February 7, 2014

Varsity baseball aims to duplicate last year’s success

Miles Albert
February 7, 2014

Snapchat: Is it really private?

Andrew Jiang and Miles Albert
February 7, 2014
JJwalters

The path back from concussions

Miles Albert and Ashley Chen
December 11, 2013

Student led hackathon plans to get teens involved with coding

Minu Palaniappan and Miles Albert
December 11, 2013

YouTube takes a step backward with paid channels

Miles Albert
November 21, 2013

Cheese, beef (albeit a bit burnt) and the American way

Miles Albert and Anant Rajeev
October 28, 2013

Application Developer’s Club joins the Hack revolution

Miles Albert and Minu Palaniappan
October 28, 2013

Table Tennis siblings both compete in Junior Olympics

Miles Albert
October 15, 2013

Freshmen find new relationships and continue old ones upon entering SHS

Miles Albert
September 23, 2013

New clubs spark interests

Miles Albert
September 23, 2013
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