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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 Rachel Hull

Students look forward to ‘Night Under the Lights’ Senior Prom at Levi’s Stadium

Rachel Hull and Michelle Leung
April 23, 2015

Unmotivated seniors fail at prank wars

Rachel Hull and Michelle Leung
April 16, 2015

Students shooting video in Wildwood Park become the object of police call

Rachel Hull and Michelle Leung
March 5, 2015

Are SHS Grad Night bids unnecessarily expensive?

Rachel Hull and Michelle Leung
March 4, 2015

Senior defies stereotypes through guitar, football

Rachel Hull and Michelle Leung
February 26, 2015

From the other side of the world: Freshman from Ethiopia relates experiences

Rachel Hull and Michelle Leung
January 22, 2015

Freshman influenced by older brothers’ passion for sports

Rachel Hull and Michelle Leung
January 20, 2015

Senior finds passion beyond movements in dancing

Rachel Hull and Michelle Leung
January 12, 2015

Students reflect on experiences with doubling history

Rachel Hull and Devin Zhao
November 13, 2014

Common Roots revamps efforts to encourage help-seeking behavior

Rachel Hull and Gitika Nalwa
November 9, 2014

The sheltered life: Student volunteer develops bonds with homeless children

Rachel Hull and Michelle Leung
November 9, 2014

College essays: the ethics behind the madness

Rachel Hull
October 3, 2014

Peter Capaldi: just what the doctor ordered

Rachel Hull
October 2, 2014

School has a record 39 National Merit Semifinalists in the Class of 2015

Rachel Hull and Maya Ravichandran
September 9, 2014

New English teacher brings wealth of experience

Rachel Hull
August 31, 2014

Students protest administration’s decision to not retain popular history teacher

Rachel Hull
May 22, 2014

ASB election results announced for 2014-15 school year

Rachel Hull and Maya Ravichandran
May 5, 2014

Perspectives: A look into drug and alcohol culture on campus

Rachel Hull, Megana Iyer, and David Sparkman
March 13, 2014

History Bowl: Saratoga topples reigning national champion at home tournament

Rachel Hull and Maya Ravichandran
January 31, 2014

Math Club prepares for February AMC

Rachel Hull and Maya Ravichandran
January 22, 2014

New Year’s Resolutions: Empty promises rarely fulfilled

Rachel Hull and Maya Ravichandran
January 22, 2014

Falcon Focus: Sophomore in Math Club discusses interest in math

Maya Ravichandran and Rachel Hull
November 21, 2013
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Diary of a Sharks fan: Journalist gets an inside look

Rachel Hull
November 8, 2013

Junior reflects on ups and downs of being Pakistani

Rachel Hull and Megana Iyer
November 7, 2013

School psychologist aids students with disabilities

Rachel Hull
October 10, 2013

Yim hopes to boost Math Club membership

Rachel Hull and Maya Ravichandran
October 8, 2013

Redwood minimum days hamper students’ learning

Rachel Hull and Maya Ravichandran
October 4, 2013

Falcon Focus: Senior raises guide dogs with family

Rachel Hull and Megana Iyer
October 4, 2013
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Club creates Saratoga Falcon app for iPhones

Rachel Hull and Maya Ravichandran
June 2, 2013

Club creates Saratoga Falcon app for iPhones

Rachel Hull and Maya Ravichandran
May 28, 2013

Soda quest: Sophomore’s journey to end her obsession

Rachel Hull
May 28, 2013
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Off-campus grad night — wherever it is — promises to be memorable

Rachel Hull and Nitya Sampath
May 3, 2013

Students reflect on consequences of sleep deprivation

Rachel Hull and Nitya Sampath
April 3, 2013

Alternatively fueled cars should rise, not gas prices

Rachel Hull
March 16, 2013

Adderall helps those with ADHD, hinders those without it

Rachel Hull and Nitya Sampath
March 12, 2013

Longer winter break, school year would hamper students

Rachel Hull and Nitya Sampath
February 4, 2013

SHSTV comes long way, still has long way to go

Rachel Hull and Nitya Sampath
February 2, 2013

Technology emerges as tool for studying

Rachel Hull and Nitya Sampath
February 2, 2013

Karate enhances students’ self-defense knowledge

Rachel Hull and Sudeep Raj
December 7, 2012

Holiday spirit reaches journalism room

Rachel Hull and Nitya Sampath
December 6, 2012

Speaker motivates sophomores to be extraordinary using humor

Rachel Hull and Nitya Sampath
December 6, 2012

Field hockey strives for more wins after disappointing losses

Sanj Nalwa and Rachel Hull
October 27, 2012
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Sophomore takes mini vacation at local inn

Rachel Hull
October 23, 2012
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Foundation hopes Sports Plaza can replace athletic facilities

Rachel Hull
October 22, 2012

Trigonometry classes turn to photocopied textbooks

Rachel Hull and Carolyn Sun
September 20, 2012

Bruno contributes to girls’ field hockey team

Sanj Nalwa and Rachel Hull
September 19, 2012

Woodshop cancellation saws away hands-on learning

Rachel Hull
September 6, 2012
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