100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch February 17, 2024 — by Jonny Luo Updating my childish, sophomore-self on the glory that is cafeteria lunches. read more » Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends January 16, 2024 — by Jonny Luo Here’s to the new year! read more » Senior’s journey through archery: Tears, plateaus, improvements and mentorship October 19, 2023 — by Saachi Jain and Jonny Luo After a figure skating injury, senior Grace Li turned to archery three years ago. Though she is not as competitive as her teammates, the sport has taught her real lessons on motivation and pressure. read more » School places second in Martha’s Kitchen in first local Food Fight competition May 22, 2023 — by Jonny Luo Through canned food donations, volunteering and monetary donations, students and staff at the school earned around 12,500 points in the first year the event has run. read more » PTSO, seeing slump in donations, urges parents to support students, staff March 30, 2023 — by Jonny Luo and Michelle Wan Lower budgets this year have forced the organization to cut down on its events and source funds from alternate methods. read more » Despite strong individual talent, small team size hinders team’s ability to win March 17, 2023 — by Jonny Luo and Martin Xu With a declining roster of 44 swimmers and divers, the swim team can field fewer swimmers per event . read more » A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends March 15, 2023 — by Jonny Luo Recent downturns in demand for the PCR testing service has led Inspire Diagnostics to leave the district. read more » Clubs build connections with middle school counterparts March 15, 2023 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo These efforts have helped smooth middle schoolers’ transition into high school. read more » Why you should read most of ‘The Song of Achilles’ March 10, 2023 — by Jonny Luo and Leyna Chan Slightly out-of-place intimate scenes feel jarring in an otherwise great contemporary retelling of romance in Greek mythology. read more » Three newest district board members see potential for positive change February 13, 2023 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo After being sworn in on Dec. 13, three new board members plan to bring their vision and change to the district. read more » Rare shooting occurs in Saratoga downtown February 10, 2023 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Saratoga responds to the recent shooting that occurred in The Inn at Saratoga. read more » Drama program works to increase membership, provides new opportunities for students January 26, 2023 — by Jonny Luo After a drastic drop in enrollment during the pandemic, the drama department has been rebounding to pre-pandemic numbers. Nonetheless, to increase enrollment the program is helping middle school students transition into a high school drama environment and accommodating students with conflicting school schedules. read more » Green Committee asks for students’ help to make the school a greener place December 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Founded over the summer, Green Committee hopes to install new 3-way bins this year to create a more eco-friendly environment. read more » Saratogans love trees, except when they become problematic December 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Strict regulations regarding the removal of trees have inconvenienced many homeowners, yet they have made Saratoga a greener city and have contributed to its high property values. read more » English 11 Honors hosts ‘Hamlet’ discussion with Shakespeare professor December 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Victoria Hu Around 25 juniors attended the event and listened to Professor Emeritus Michael Warren from UC Santa Cruz. read more » Fall play audience attendance rebounds to pre-COVID numbers November 20, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Daniel Wu The drama program put on ‘The Crucible’ as this year’s fall play. read more » Senior who loves crocheting makes bags, sweaters, stuffed animals and more November 16, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Jonny Luo Senior Miranda Yee has made several stuffed animals, bags and more to help her relax. read more » Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues November 13, 2022 — by Jonny Luo His plan sets a dangerous precedent for future loan forgiveness and fails to solve the root cause of student debt. read more » Jack of all languages: junior learns four languages with plans to study more November 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Growing up with parents from France and China, junior Anais Sobrier developed a love for learning new languages. read more » Behind the scenes: hiring processes for superintendent, district staff October 14, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo New superintendent Bill Sanderson, along with several other district staff, was welcomed to the school district at the beginning of the school year. read more » Girls’ water polo team seeks to improve after loss of key players October 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Despite early losses and low participation the team is working on improving for future games. read more » Two board members opt against running for re-election; 5 candidates vie for 3 open seats October 4, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo Cynthia Chang will step back from the position she has held for more than two decades and through multiple elections. read more » Fishing: boring but rewarding September 19, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Although I only caught five tiny fish in three hours, it felt amazing to pretend to be a stone-age hunter-gatherer “livin’ off the land (water).” read more » New World History and AP Government teacher encourages learning through growth mindset September 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sunny Cao With over 15 years of teaching experience, teacher Holly Royaltey engages students through an emphasis on learning theory. read more » Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state September 11, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The program is an opportunity to reduce a burden for struggling Californians. read more » We were freshmen in our sophomore year June 5, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The sophomore class’s online freshman year has left long-lasting effects. read more » From custodian to plant supervisor: Paul Weir’s 30-year journey in the Bay Area May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With over 30 years of experience working as a facilities manager at high tech companies in the Bay Area, Weir has used his knowledge to keep the school running smoothly. read more » From broken toilets to daily cleaning: The unseen workers who keep our campus clean May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With long workdays and constant disasters, SHS’s maintenance and cleanup crew keeps our campus running. read more » 73 questions: conversations with the school community May 30, 2022 — by Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli and Sarah Zhou The Falcon interviewed a number of students and teachers on campus to formulate this Vogue-inspired story. read more » Despite little success during season, badminton places second at CCS with Mar at the head May 22, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sanjoli Gupta With an influx of new players and only one win during the season, the team looks forward to improving next season. read more » Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete May 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo From trying tennis to playing soccer, a sophomore recounts his unathletic childhood. read more » The big summer disruption: renovations to impact teachers, sports teams and outside organizations May 16, 2022 — by Jonny Luo In order to keep projects on schedule, the administration checks in weekly with its contractors read more » Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends January 16, 2024 — by Jonny Luo Here’s to the new year! read more » Senior’s journey through archery: Tears, plateaus, improvements and mentorship October 19, 2023 — by Saachi Jain and Jonny Luo After a figure skating injury, senior Grace Li turned to archery three years ago. Though she is not as competitive as her teammates, the sport has taught her real lessons on motivation and pressure. read more » School places second in Martha’s Kitchen in first local Food Fight competition May 22, 2023 — by Jonny Luo Through canned food donations, volunteering and monetary donations, students and staff at the school earned around 12,500 points in the first year the event has run. read more » PTSO, seeing slump in donations, urges parents to support students, staff March 30, 2023 — by Jonny Luo and Michelle Wan Lower budgets this year have forced the organization to cut down on its events and source funds from alternate methods. read more » Despite strong individual talent, small team size hinders team’s ability to win March 17, 2023 — by Jonny Luo and Martin Xu With a declining roster of 44 swimmers and divers, the swim team can field fewer swimmers per event . read more » A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends March 15, 2023 — by Jonny Luo Recent downturns in demand for the PCR testing service has led Inspire Diagnostics to leave the district. read more » Clubs build connections with middle school counterparts March 15, 2023 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo These efforts have helped smooth middle schoolers’ transition into high school. read more » Why you should read most of ‘The Song of Achilles’ March 10, 2023 — by Jonny Luo and Leyna Chan Slightly out-of-place intimate scenes feel jarring in an otherwise great contemporary retelling of romance in Greek mythology. read more » Three newest district board members see potential for positive change February 13, 2023 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo After being sworn in on Dec. 13, three new board members plan to bring their vision and change to the district. read more » Rare shooting occurs in Saratoga downtown February 10, 2023 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Saratoga responds to the recent shooting that occurred in The Inn at Saratoga. read more » Drama program works to increase membership, provides new opportunities for students January 26, 2023 — by Jonny Luo After a drastic drop in enrollment during the pandemic, the drama department has been rebounding to pre-pandemic numbers. Nonetheless, to increase enrollment the program is helping middle school students transition into a high school drama environment and accommodating students with conflicting school schedules. read more » Green Committee asks for students’ help to make the school a greener place December 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Founded over the summer, Green Committee hopes to install new 3-way bins this year to create a more eco-friendly environment. read more » Saratogans love trees, except when they become problematic December 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Strict regulations regarding the removal of trees have inconvenienced many homeowners, yet they have made Saratoga a greener city and have contributed to its high property values. read more » English 11 Honors hosts ‘Hamlet’ discussion with Shakespeare professor December 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Victoria Hu Around 25 juniors attended the event and listened to Professor Emeritus Michael Warren from UC Santa Cruz. read more » Fall play audience attendance rebounds to pre-COVID numbers November 20, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Daniel Wu The drama program put on ‘The Crucible’ as this year’s fall play. read more » Senior who loves crocheting makes bags, sweaters, stuffed animals and more November 16, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Jonny Luo Senior Miranda Yee has made several stuffed animals, bags and more to help her relax. read more » Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues November 13, 2022 — by Jonny Luo His plan sets a dangerous precedent for future loan forgiveness and fails to solve the root cause of student debt. read more » Jack of all languages: junior learns four languages with plans to study more November 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Growing up with parents from France and China, junior Anais Sobrier developed a love for learning new languages. read more » Behind the scenes: hiring processes for superintendent, district staff October 14, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo New superintendent Bill Sanderson, along with several other district staff, was welcomed to the school district at the beginning of the school year. read more » Girls’ water polo team seeks to improve after loss of key players October 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Despite early losses and low participation the team is working on improving for future games. read more » Two board members opt against running for re-election; 5 candidates vie for 3 open seats October 4, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo Cynthia Chang will step back from the position she has held for more than two decades and through multiple elections. read more » Fishing: boring but rewarding September 19, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Although I only caught five tiny fish in three hours, it felt amazing to pretend to be a stone-age hunter-gatherer “livin’ off the land (water).” read more » New World History and AP Government teacher encourages learning through growth mindset September 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sunny Cao With over 15 years of teaching experience, teacher Holly Royaltey engages students through an emphasis on learning theory. read more » Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state September 11, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The program is an opportunity to reduce a burden for struggling Californians. read more » We were freshmen in our sophomore year June 5, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The sophomore class’s online freshman year has left long-lasting effects. read more » From custodian to plant supervisor: Paul Weir’s 30-year journey in the Bay Area May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With over 30 years of experience working as a facilities manager at high tech companies in the Bay Area, Weir has used his knowledge to keep the school running smoothly. read more » From broken toilets to daily cleaning: The unseen workers who keep our campus clean May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With long workdays and constant disasters, SHS’s maintenance and cleanup crew keeps our campus running. read more » 73 questions: conversations with the school community May 30, 2022 — by Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli and Sarah Zhou The Falcon interviewed a number of students and teachers on campus to formulate this Vogue-inspired story. read more » Despite little success during season, badminton places second at CCS with Mar at the head May 22, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sanjoli Gupta With an influx of new players and only one win during the season, the team looks forward to improving next season. read more » Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete May 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo From trying tennis to playing soccer, a sophomore recounts his unathletic childhood. read more » The big summer disruption: renovations to impact teachers, sports teams and outside organizations May 16, 2022 — by Jonny Luo In order to keep projects on schedule, the administration checks in weekly with its contractors read more » Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Senior’s journey through archery: Tears, plateaus, improvements and mentorship October 19, 2023 — by Saachi Jain and Jonny Luo After a figure skating injury, senior Grace Li turned to archery three years ago. Though she is not as competitive as her teammates, the sport has taught her real lessons on motivation and pressure. read more » School places second in Martha’s Kitchen in first local Food Fight competition May 22, 2023 — by Jonny Luo Through canned food donations, volunteering and monetary donations, students and staff at the school earned around 12,500 points in the first year the event has run. read more » PTSO, seeing slump in donations, urges parents to support students, staff March 30, 2023 — by Jonny Luo and Michelle Wan Lower budgets this year have forced the organization to cut down on its events and source funds from alternate methods. read more » Despite strong individual talent, small team size hinders team’s ability to win March 17, 2023 — by Jonny Luo and Martin Xu With a declining roster of 44 swimmers and divers, the swim team can field fewer swimmers per event . read more » A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends March 15, 2023 — by Jonny Luo Recent downturns in demand for the PCR testing service has led Inspire Diagnostics to leave the district. read more » Clubs build connections with middle school counterparts March 15, 2023 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo These efforts have helped smooth middle schoolers’ transition into high school. read more » Why you should read most of ‘The Song of Achilles’ March 10, 2023 — by Jonny Luo and Leyna Chan Slightly out-of-place intimate scenes feel jarring in an otherwise great contemporary retelling of romance in Greek mythology. read more » Three newest district board members see potential for positive change February 13, 2023 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo After being sworn in on Dec. 13, three new board members plan to bring their vision and change to the district. read more » Rare shooting occurs in Saratoga downtown February 10, 2023 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Saratoga responds to the recent shooting that occurred in The Inn at Saratoga. read more » Drama program works to increase membership, provides new opportunities for students January 26, 2023 — by Jonny Luo After a drastic drop in enrollment during the pandemic, the drama department has been rebounding to pre-pandemic numbers. Nonetheless, to increase enrollment the program is helping middle school students transition into a high school drama environment and accommodating students with conflicting school schedules. read more » Green Committee asks for students’ help to make the school a greener place December 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Founded over the summer, Green Committee hopes to install new 3-way bins this year to create a more eco-friendly environment. read more » Saratogans love trees, except when they become problematic December 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Strict regulations regarding the removal of trees have inconvenienced many homeowners, yet they have made Saratoga a greener city and have contributed to its high property values. read more » English 11 Honors hosts ‘Hamlet’ discussion with Shakespeare professor December 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Victoria Hu Around 25 juniors attended the event and listened to Professor Emeritus Michael Warren from UC Santa Cruz. read more » Fall play audience attendance rebounds to pre-COVID numbers November 20, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Daniel Wu The drama program put on ‘The Crucible’ as this year’s fall play. read more » Senior who loves crocheting makes bags, sweaters, stuffed animals and more November 16, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Jonny Luo Senior Miranda Yee has made several stuffed animals, bags and more to help her relax. read more » Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues November 13, 2022 — by Jonny Luo His plan sets a dangerous precedent for future loan forgiveness and fails to solve the root cause of student debt. read more » Jack of all languages: junior learns four languages with plans to study more November 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Growing up with parents from France and China, junior Anais Sobrier developed a love for learning new languages. read more » Behind the scenes: hiring processes for superintendent, district staff October 14, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo New superintendent Bill Sanderson, along with several other district staff, was welcomed to the school district at the beginning of the school year. read more » Girls’ water polo team seeks to improve after loss of key players October 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Despite early losses and low participation the team is working on improving for future games. read more » Two board members opt against running for re-election; 5 candidates vie for 3 open seats October 4, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo Cynthia Chang will step back from the position she has held for more than two decades and through multiple elections. read more » Fishing: boring but rewarding September 19, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Although I only caught five tiny fish in three hours, it felt amazing to pretend to be a stone-age hunter-gatherer “livin’ off the land (water).” read more » New World History and AP Government teacher encourages learning through growth mindset September 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sunny Cao With over 15 years of teaching experience, teacher Holly Royaltey engages students through an emphasis on learning theory. read more » Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state September 11, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The program is an opportunity to reduce a burden for struggling Californians. read more » We were freshmen in our sophomore year June 5, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The sophomore class’s online freshman year has left long-lasting effects. read more » From custodian to plant supervisor: Paul Weir’s 30-year journey in the Bay Area May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With over 30 years of experience working as a facilities manager at high tech companies in the Bay Area, Weir has used his knowledge to keep the school running smoothly. read more » From broken toilets to daily cleaning: The unseen workers who keep our campus clean May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With long workdays and constant disasters, SHS’s maintenance and cleanup crew keeps our campus running. read more » 73 questions: conversations with the school community May 30, 2022 — by Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli and Sarah Zhou The Falcon interviewed a number of students and teachers on campus to formulate this Vogue-inspired story. read more » Despite little success during season, badminton places second at CCS with Mar at the head May 22, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sanjoli Gupta With an influx of new players and only one win during the season, the team looks forward to improving next season. read more » Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete May 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo From trying tennis to playing soccer, a sophomore recounts his unathletic childhood. read more » The big summer disruption: renovations to impact teachers, sports teams and outside organizations May 16, 2022 — by Jonny Luo In order to keep projects on schedule, the administration checks in weekly with its contractors read more » Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
School places second in Martha’s Kitchen in first local Food Fight competition May 22, 2023 — by Jonny Luo Through canned food donations, volunteering and monetary donations, students and staff at the school earned around 12,500 points in the first year the event has run. read more » PTSO, seeing slump in donations, urges parents to support students, staff March 30, 2023 — by Jonny Luo and Michelle Wan Lower budgets this year have forced the organization to cut down on its events and source funds from alternate methods. read more » Despite strong individual talent, small team size hinders team’s ability to win March 17, 2023 — by Jonny Luo and Martin Xu With a declining roster of 44 swimmers and divers, the swim team can field fewer swimmers per event . read more » A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends March 15, 2023 — by Jonny Luo Recent downturns in demand for the PCR testing service has led Inspire Diagnostics to leave the district. read more » Clubs build connections with middle school counterparts March 15, 2023 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo These efforts have helped smooth middle schoolers’ transition into high school. read more » Why you should read most of ‘The Song of Achilles’ March 10, 2023 — by Jonny Luo and Leyna Chan Slightly out-of-place intimate scenes feel jarring in an otherwise great contemporary retelling of romance in Greek mythology. read more » Three newest district board members see potential for positive change February 13, 2023 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo After being sworn in on Dec. 13, three new board members plan to bring their vision and change to the district. read more » Rare shooting occurs in Saratoga downtown February 10, 2023 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Saratoga responds to the recent shooting that occurred in The Inn at Saratoga. read more » Drama program works to increase membership, provides new opportunities for students January 26, 2023 — by Jonny Luo After a drastic drop in enrollment during the pandemic, the drama department has been rebounding to pre-pandemic numbers. Nonetheless, to increase enrollment the program is helping middle school students transition into a high school drama environment and accommodating students with conflicting school schedules. read more » Green Committee asks for students’ help to make the school a greener place December 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Founded over the summer, Green Committee hopes to install new 3-way bins this year to create a more eco-friendly environment. read more » Saratogans love trees, except when they become problematic December 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Strict regulations regarding the removal of trees have inconvenienced many homeowners, yet they have made Saratoga a greener city and have contributed to its high property values. read more » English 11 Honors hosts ‘Hamlet’ discussion with Shakespeare professor December 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Victoria Hu Around 25 juniors attended the event and listened to Professor Emeritus Michael Warren from UC Santa Cruz. read more » Fall play audience attendance rebounds to pre-COVID numbers November 20, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Daniel Wu The drama program put on ‘The Crucible’ as this year’s fall play. read more » Senior who loves crocheting makes bags, sweaters, stuffed animals and more November 16, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Jonny Luo Senior Miranda Yee has made several stuffed animals, bags and more to help her relax. read more » Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues November 13, 2022 — by Jonny Luo His plan sets a dangerous precedent for future loan forgiveness and fails to solve the root cause of student debt. read more » Jack of all languages: junior learns four languages with plans to study more November 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Growing up with parents from France and China, junior Anais Sobrier developed a love for learning new languages. read more » Behind the scenes: hiring processes for superintendent, district staff October 14, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo New superintendent Bill Sanderson, along with several other district staff, was welcomed to the school district at the beginning of the school year. read more » Girls’ water polo team seeks to improve after loss of key players October 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Despite early losses and low participation the team is working on improving for future games. read more » Two board members opt against running for re-election; 5 candidates vie for 3 open seats October 4, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo Cynthia Chang will step back from the position she has held for more than two decades and through multiple elections. read more » Fishing: boring but rewarding September 19, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Although I only caught five tiny fish in three hours, it felt amazing to pretend to be a stone-age hunter-gatherer “livin’ off the land (water).” read more » New World History and AP Government teacher encourages learning through growth mindset September 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sunny Cao With over 15 years of teaching experience, teacher Holly Royaltey engages students through an emphasis on learning theory. read more » Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state September 11, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The program is an opportunity to reduce a burden for struggling Californians. read more » We were freshmen in our sophomore year June 5, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The sophomore class’s online freshman year has left long-lasting effects. read more » From custodian to plant supervisor: Paul Weir’s 30-year journey in the Bay Area May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With over 30 years of experience working as a facilities manager at high tech companies in the Bay Area, Weir has used his knowledge to keep the school running smoothly. read more » From broken toilets to daily cleaning: The unseen workers who keep our campus clean May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With long workdays and constant disasters, SHS’s maintenance and cleanup crew keeps our campus running. read more » 73 questions: conversations with the school community May 30, 2022 — by Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli and Sarah Zhou The Falcon interviewed a number of students and teachers on campus to formulate this Vogue-inspired story. read more » Despite little success during season, badminton places second at CCS with Mar at the head May 22, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sanjoli Gupta With an influx of new players and only one win during the season, the team looks forward to improving next season. read more » Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete May 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo From trying tennis to playing soccer, a sophomore recounts his unathletic childhood. read more » The big summer disruption: renovations to impact teachers, sports teams and outside organizations May 16, 2022 — by Jonny Luo In order to keep projects on schedule, the administration checks in weekly with its contractors read more » Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
PTSO, seeing slump in donations, urges parents to support students, staff March 30, 2023 — by Jonny Luo and Michelle Wan Lower budgets this year have forced the organization to cut down on its events and source funds from alternate methods. read more » Despite strong individual talent, small team size hinders team’s ability to win March 17, 2023 — by Jonny Luo and Martin Xu With a declining roster of 44 swimmers and divers, the swim team can field fewer swimmers per event . read more » A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends March 15, 2023 — by Jonny Luo Recent downturns in demand for the PCR testing service has led Inspire Diagnostics to leave the district. read more » Clubs build connections with middle school counterparts March 15, 2023 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo These efforts have helped smooth middle schoolers’ transition into high school. read more » Why you should read most of ‘The Song of Achilles’ March 10, 2023 — by Jonny Luo and Leyna Chan Slightly out-of-place intimate scenes feel jarring in an otherwise great contemporary retelling of romance in Greek mythology. read more » Three newest district board members see potential for positive change February 13, 2023 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo After being sworn in on Dec. 13, three new board members plan to bring their vision and change to the district. read more » Rare shooting occurs in Saratoga downtown February 10, 2023 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Saratoga responds to the recent shooting that occurred in The Inn at Saratoga. read more » Drama program works to increase membership, provides new opportunities for students January 26, 2023 — by Jonny Luo After a drastic drop in enrollment during the pandemic, the drama department has been rebounding to pre-pandemic numbers. Nonetheless, to increase enrollment the program is helping middle school students transition into a high school drama environment and accommodating students with conflicting school schedules. read more » Green Committee asks for students’ help to make the school a greener place December 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Founded over the summer, Green Committee hopes to install new 3-way bins this year to create a more eco-friendly environment. read more » Saratogans love trees, except when they become problematic December 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Strict regulations regarding the removal of trees have inconvenienced many homeowners, yet they have made Saratoga a greener city and have contributed to its high property values. read more » English 11 Honors hosts ‘Hamlet’ discussion with Shakespeare professor December 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Victoria Hu Around 25 juniors attended the event and listened to Professor Emeritus Michael Warren from UC Santa Cruz. read more » Fall play audience attendance rebounds to pre-COVID numbers November 20, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Daniel Wu The drama program put on ‘The Crucible’ as this year’s fall play. read more » Senior who loves crocheting makes bags, sweaters, stuffed animals and more November 16, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Jonny Luo Senior Miranda Yee has made several stuffed animals, bags and more to help her relax. read more » Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues November 13, 2022 — by Jonny Luo His plan sets a dangerous precedent for future loan forgiveness and fails to solve the root cause of student debt. read more » Jack of all languages: junior learns four languages with plans to study more November 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Growing up with parents from France and China, junior Anais Sobrier developed a love for learning new languages. read more » Behind the scenes: hiring processes for superintendent, district staff October 14, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo New superintendent Bill Sanderson, along with several other district staff, was welcomed to the school district at the beginning of the school year. read more » Girls’ water polo team seeks to improve after loss of key players October 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Despite early losses and low participation the team is working on improving for future games. read more » Two board members opt against running for re-election; 5 candidates vie for 3 open seats October 4, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo Cynthia Chang will step back from the position she has held for more than two decades and through multiple elections. read more » Fishing: boring but rewarding September 19, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Although I only caught five tiny fish in three hours, it felt amazing to pretend to be a stone-age hunter-gatherer “livin’ off the land (water).” read more » New World History and AP Government teacher encourages learning through growth mindset September 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sunny Cao With over 15 years of teaching experience, teacher Holly Royaltey engages students through an emphasis on learning theory. read more » Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state September 11, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The program is an opportunity to reduce a burden for struggling Californians. read more » We were freshmen in our sophomore year June 5, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The sophomore class’s online freshman year has left long-lasting effects. read more » From custodian to plant supervisor: Paul Weir’s 30-year journey in the Bay Area May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With over 30 years of experience working as a facilities manager at high tech companies in the Bay Area, Weir has used his knowledge to keep the school running smoothly. read more » From broken toilets to daily cleaning: The unseen workers who keep our campus clean May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With long workdays and constant disasters, SHS’s maintenance and cleanup crew keeps our campus running. read more » 73 questions: conversations with the school community May 30, 2022 — by Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli and Sarah Zhou The Falcon interviewed a number of students and teachers on campus to formulate this Vogue-inspired story. read more » Despite little success during season, badminton places second at CCS with Mar at the head May 22, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sanjoli Gupta With an influx of new players and only one win during the season, the team looks forward to improving next season. read more » Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete May 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo From trying tennis to playing soccer, a sophomore recounts his unathletic childhood. read more » The big summer disruption: renovations to impact teachers, sports teams and outside organizations May 16, 2022 — by Jonny Luo In order to keep projects on schedule, the administration checks in weekly with its contractors read more » Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Despite strong individual talent, small team size hinders team’s ability to win March 17, 2023 — by Jonny Luo and Martin Xu With a declining roster of 44 swimmers and divers, the swim team can field fewer swimmers per event . read more » A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends March 15, 2023 — by Jonny Luo Recent downturns in demand for the PCR testing service has led Inspire Diagnostics to leave the district. read more » Clubs build connections with middle school counterparts March 15, 2023 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo These efforts have helped smooth middle schoolers’ transition into high school. read more » Why you should read most of ‘The Song of Achilles’ March 10, 2023 — by Jonny Luo and Leyna Chan Slightly out-of-place intimate scenes feel jarring in an otherwise great contemporary retelling of romance in Greek mythology. read more » Three newest district board members see potential for positive change February 13, 2023 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo After being sworn in on Dec. 13, three new board members plan to bring their vision and change to the district. read more » Rare shooting occurs in Saratoga downtown February 10, 2023 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Saratoga responds to the recent shooting that occurred in The Inn at Saratoga. read more » Drama program works to increase membership, provides new opportunities for students January 26, 2023 — by Jonny Luo After a drastic drop in enrollment during the pandemic, the drama department has been rebounding to pre-pandemic numbers. Nonetheless, to increase enrollment the program is helping middle school students transition into a high school drama environment and accommodating students with conflicting school schedules. read more » Green Committee asks for students’ help to make the school a greener place December 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Founded over the summer, Green Committee hopes to install new 3-way bins this year to create a more eco-friendly environment. read more » Saratogans love trees, except when they become problematic December 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Strict regulations regarding the removal of trees have inconvenienced many homeowners, yet they have made Saratoga a greener city and have contributed to its high property values. read more » English 11 Honors hosts ‘Hamlet’ discussion with Shakespeare professor December 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Victoria Hu Around 25 juniors attended the event and listened to Professor Emeritus Michael Warren from UC Santa Cruz. read more » Fall play audience attendance rebounds to pre-COVID numbers November 20, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Daniel Wu The drama program put on ‘The Crucible’ as this year’s fall play. read more » Senior who loves crocheting makes bags, sweaters, stuffed animals and more November 16, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Jonny Luo Senior Miranda Yee has made several stuffed animals, bags and more to help her relax. read more » Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues November 13, 2022 — by Jonny Luo His plan sets a dangerous precedent for future loan forgiveness and fails to solve the root cause of student debt. read more » Jack of all languages: junior learns four languages with plans to study more November 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Growing up with parents from France and China, junior Anais Sobrier developed a love for learning new languages. read more » Behind the scenes: hiring processes for superintendent, district staff October 14, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo New superintendent Bill Sanderson, along with several other district staff, was welcomed to the school district at the beginning of the school year. read more » Girls’ water polo team seeks to improve after loss of key players October 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Despite early losses and low participation the team is working on improving for future games. read more » Two board members opt against running for re-election; 5 candidates vie for 3 open seats October 4, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo Cynthia Chang will step back from the position she has held for more than two decades and through multiple elections. read more » Fishing: boring but rewarding September 19, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Although I only caught five tiny fish in three hours, it felt amazing to pretend to be a stone-age hunter-gatherer “livin’ off the land (water).” read more » New World History and AP Government teacher encourages learning through growth mindset September 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sunny Cao With over 15 years of teaching experience, teacher Holly Royaltey engages students through an emphasis on learning theory. read more » Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state September 11, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The program is an opportunity to reduce a burden for struggling Californians. read more » We were freshmen in our sophomore year June 5, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The sophomore class’s online freshman year has left long-lasting effects. read more » From custodian to plant supervisor: Paul Weir’s 30-year journey in the Bay Area May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With over 30 years of experience working as a facilities manager at high tech companies in the Bay Area, Weir has used his knowledge to keep the school running smoothly. read more » From broken toilets to daily cleaning: The unseen workers who keep our campus clean May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With long workdays and constant disasters, SHS’s maintenance and cleanup crew keeps our campus running. read more » 73 questions: conversations with the school community May 30, 2022 — by Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli and Sarah Zhou The Falcon interviewed a number of students and teachers on campus to formulate this Vogue-inspired story. read more » Despite little success during season, badminton places second at CCS with Mar at the head May 22, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sanjoli Gupta With an influx of new players and only one win during the season, the team looks forward to improving next season. read more » Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete May 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo From trying tennis to playing soccer, a sophomore recounts his unathletic childhood. read more » The big summer disruption: renovations to impact teachers, sports teams and outside organizations May 16, 2022 — by Jonny Luo In order to keep projects on schedule, the administration checks in weekly with its contractors read more » Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends March 15, 2023 — by Jonny Luo Recent downturns in demand for the PCR testing service has led Inspire Diagnostics to leave the district. read more » Clubs build connections with middle school counterparts March 15, 2023 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo These efforts have helped smooth middle schoolers’ transition into high school. read more » Why you should read most of ‘The Song of Achilles’ March 10, 2023 — by Jonny Luo and Leyna Chan Slightly out-of-place intimate scenes feel jarring in an otherwise great contemporary retelling of romance in Greek mythology. read more » Three newest district board members see potential for positive change February 13, 2023 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo After being sworn in on Dec. 13, three new board members plan to bring their vision and change to the district. read more » Rare shooting occurs in Saratoga downtown February 10, 2023 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Saratoga responds to the recent shooting that occurred in The Inn at Saratoga. read more » Drama program works to increase membership, provides new opportunities for students January 26, 2023 — by Jonny Luo After a drastic drop in enrollment during the pandemic, the drama department has been rebounding to pre-pandemic numbers. Nonetheless, to increase enrollment the program is helping middle school students transition into a high school drama environment and accommodating students with conflicting school schedules. read more » Green Committee asks for students’ help to make the school a greener place December 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Founded over the summer, Green Committee hopes to install new 3-way bins this year to create a more eco-friendly environment. read more » Saratogans love trees, except when they become problematic December 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Strict regulations regarding the removal of trees have inconvenienced many homeowners, yet they have made Saratoga a greener city and have contributed to its high property values. read more » English 11 Honors hosts ‘Hamlet’ discussion with Shakespeare professor December 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Victoria Hu Around 25 juniors attended the event and listened to Professor Emeritus Michael Warren from UC Santa Cruz. read more » Fall play audience attendance rebounds to pre-COVID numbers November 20, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Daniel Wu The drama program put on ‘The Crucible’ as this year’s fall play. read more » Senior who loves crocheting makes bags, sweaters, stuffed animals and more November 16, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Jonny Luo Senior Miranda Yee has made several stuffed animals, bags and more to help her relax. read more » Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues November 13, 2022 — by Jonny Luo His plan sets a dangerous precedent for future loan forgiveness and fails to solve the root cause of student debt. read more » Jack of all languages: junior learns four languages with plans to study more November 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Growing up with parents from France and China, junior Anais Sobrier developed a love for learning new languages. read more » Behind the scenes: hiring processes for superintendent, district staff October 14, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo New superintendent Bill Sanderson, along with several other district staff, was welcomed to the school district at the beginning of the school year. read more » Girls’ water polo team seeks to improve after loss of key players October 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Despite early losses and low participation the team is working on improving for future games. read more » Two board members opt against running for re-election; 5 candidates vie for 3 open seats October 4, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo Cynthia Chang will step back from the position she has held for more than two decades and through multiple elections. read more » Fishing: boring but rewarding September 19, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Although I only caught five tiny fish in three hours, it felt amazing to pretend to be a stone-age hunter-gatherer “livin’ off the land (water).” read more » New World History and AP Government teacher encourages learning through growth mindset September 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sunny Cao With over 15 years of teaching experience, teacher Holly Royaltey engages students through an emphasis on learning theory. read more » Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state September 11, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The program is an opportunity to reduce a burden for struggling Californians. read more » We were freshmen in our sophomore year June 5, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The sophomore class’s online freshman year has left long-lasting effects. read more » From custodian to plant supervisor: Paul Weir’s 30-year journey in the Bay Area May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With over 30 years of experience working as a facilities manager at high tech companies in the Bay Area, Weir has used his knowledge to keep the school running smoothly. read more » From broken toilets to daily cleaning: The unseen workers who keep our campus clean May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With long workdays and constant disasters, SHS’s maintenance and cleanup crew keeps our campus running. read more » 73 questions: conversations with the school community May 30, 2022 — by Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli and Sarah Zhou The Falcon interviewed a number of students and teachers on campus to formulate this Vogue-inspired story. read more » Despite little success during season, badminton places second at CCS with Mar at the head May 22, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sanjoli Gupta With an influx of new players and only one win during the season, the team looks forward to improving next season. read more » Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete May 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo From trying tennis to playing soccer, a sophomore recounts his unathletic childhood. read more » The big summer disruption: renovations to impact teachers, sports teams and outside organizations May 16, 2022 — by Jonny Luo In order to keep projects on schedule, the administration checks in weekly with its contractors read more » Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Clubs build connections with middle school counterparts March 15, 2023 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo These efforts have helped smooth middle schoolers’ transition into high school. read more » Why you should read most of ‘The Song of Achilles’ March 10, 2023 — by Jonny Luo and Leyna Chan Slightly out-of-place intimate scenes feel jarring in an otherwise great contemporary retelling of romance in Greek mythology. read more » Three newest district board members see potential for positive change February 13, 2023 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo After being sworn in on Dec. 13, three new board members plan to bring their vision and change to the district. read more » Rare shooting occurs in Saratoga downtown February 10, 2023 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Saratoga responds to the recent shooting that occurred in The Inn at Saratoga. read more » Drama program works to increase membership, provides new opportunities for students January 26, 2023 — by Jonny Luo After a drastic drop in enrollment during the pandemic, the drama department has been rebounding to pre-pandemic numbers. Nonetheless, to increase enrollment the program is helping middle school students transition into a high school drama environment and accommodating students with conflicting school schedules. read more » Green Committee asks for students’ help to make the school a greener place December 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Founded over the summer, Green Committee hopes to install new 3-way bins this year to create a more eco-friendly environment. read more » Saratogans love trees, except when they become problematic December 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Strict regulations regarding the removal of trees have inconvenienced many homeowners, yet they have made Saratoga a greener city and have contributed to its high property values. read more » English 11 Honors hosts ‘Hamlet’ discussion with Shakespeare professor December 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Victoria Hu Around 25 juniors attended the event and listened to Professor Emeritus Michael Warren from UC Santa Cruz. read more » Fall play audience attendance rebounds to pre-COVID numbers November 20, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Daniel Wu The drama program put on ‘The Crucible’ as this year’s fall play. read more » Senior who loves crocheting makes bags, sweaters, stuffed animals and more November 16, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Jonny Luo Senior Miranda Yee has made several stuffed animals, bags and more to help her relax. read more » Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues November 13, 2022 — by Jonny Luo His plan sets a dangerous precedent for future loan forgiveness and fails to solve the root cause of student debt. read more » Jack of all languages: junior learns four languages with plans to study more November 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Growing up with parents from France and China, junior Anais Sobrier developed a love for learning new languages. read more » Behind the scenes: hiring processes for superintendent, district staff October 14, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo New superintendent Bill Sanderson, along with several other district staff, was welcomed to the school district at the beginning of the school year. read more » Girls’ water polo team seeks to improve after loss of key players October 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Despite early losses and low participation the team is working on improving for future games. read more » Two board members opt against running for re-election; 5 candidates vie for 3 open seats October 4, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo Cynthia Chang will step back from the position she has held for more than two decades and through multiple elections. read more » Fishing: boring but rewarding September 19, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Although I only caught five tiny fish in three hours, it felt amazing to pretend to be a stone-age hunter-gatherer “livin’ off the land (water).” read more » New World History and AP Government teacher encourages learning through growth mindset September 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sunny Cao With over 15 years of teaching experience, teacher Holly Royaltey engages students through an emphasis on learning theory. read more » Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state September 11, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The program is an opportunity to reduce a burden for struggling Californians. read more » We were freshmen in our sophomore year June 5, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The sophomore class’s online freshman year has left long-lasting effects. read more » From custodian to plant supervisor: Paul Weir’s 30-year journey in the Bay Area May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With over 30 years of experience working as a facilities manager at high tech companies in the Bay Area, Weir has used his knowledge to keep the school running smoothly. read more » From broken toilets to daily cleaning: The unseen workers who keep our campus clean May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With long workdays and constant disasters, SHS’s maintenance and cleanup crew keeps our campus running. read more » 73 questions: conversations with the school community May 30, 2022 — by Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli and Sarah Zhou The Falcon interviewed a number of students and teachers on campus to formulate this Vogue-inspired story. read more » Despite little success during season, badminton places second at CCS with Mar at the head May 22, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sanjoli Gupta With an influx of new players and only one win during the season, the team looks forward to improving next season. read more » Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete May 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo From trying tennis to playing soccer, a sophomore recounts his unathletic childhood. read more » The big summer disruption: renovations to impact teachers, sports teams and outside organizations May 16, 2022 — by Jonny Luo In order to keep projects on schedule, the administration checks in weekly with its contractors read more » Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Why you should read most of ‘The Song of Achilles’ March 10, 2023 — by Jonny Luo and Leyna Chan Slightly out-of-place intimate scenes feel jarring in an otherwise great contemporary retelling of romance in Greek mythology. read more » Three newest district board members see potential for positive change February 13, 2023 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo After being sworn in on Dec. 13, three new board members plan to bring their vision and change to the district. read more » Rare shooting occurs in Saratoga downtown February 10, 2023 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Saratoga responds to the recent shooting that occurred in The Inn at Saratoga. read more » Drama program works to increase membership, provides new opportunities for students January 26, 2023 — by Jonny Luo After a drastic drop in enrollment during the pandemic, the drama department has been rebounding to pre-pandemic numbers. Nonetheless, to increase enrollment the program is helping middle school students transition into a high school drama environment and accommodating students with conflicting school schedules. read more » Green Committee asks for students’ help to make the school a greener place December 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Founded over the summer, Green Committee hopes to install new 3-way bins this year to create a more eco-friendly environment. read more » Saratogans love trees, except when they become problematic December 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Strict regulations regarding the removal of trees have inconvenienced many homeowners, yet they have made Saratoga a greener city and have contributed to its high property values. read more » English 11 Honors hosts ‘Hamlet’ discussion with Shakespeare professor December 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Victoria Hu Around 25 juniors attended the event and listened to Professor Emeritus Michael Warren from UC Santa Cruz. read more » Fall play audience attendance rebounds to pre-COVID numbers November 20, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Daniel Wu The drama program put on ‘The Crucible’ as this year’s fall play. read more » Senior who loves crocheting makes bags, sweaters, stuffed animals and more November 16, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Jonny Luo Senior Miranda Yee has made several stuffed animals, bags and more to help her relax. read more » Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues November 13, 2022 — by Jonny Luo His plan sets a dangerous precedent for future loan forgiveness and fails to solve the root cause of student debt. read more » Jack of all languages: junior learns four languages with plans to study more November 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Growing up with parents from France and China, junior Anais Sobrier developed a love for learning new languages. read more » Behind the scenes: hiring processes for superintendent, district staff October 14, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo New superintendent Bill Sanderson, along with several other district staff, was welcomed to the school district at the beginning of the school year. read more » Girls’ water polo team seeks to improve after loss of key players October 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Despite early losses and low participation the team is working on improving for future games. read more » Two board members opt against running for re-election; 5 candidates vie for 3 open seats October 4, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo Cynthia Chang will step back from the position she has held for more than two decades and through multiple elections. read more » Fishing: boring but rewarding September 19, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Although I only caught five tiny fish in three hours, it felt amazing to pretend to be a stone-age hunter-gatherer “livin’ off the land (water).” read more » New World History and AP Government teacher encourages learning through growth mindset September 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sunny Cao With over 15 years of teaching experience, teacher Holly Royaltey engages students through an emphasis on learning theory. read more » Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state September 11, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The program is an opportunity to reduce a burden for struggling Californians. read more » We were freshmen in our sophomore year June 5, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The sophomore class’s online freshman year has left long-lasting effects. read more » From custodian to plant supervisor: Paul Weir’s 30-year journey in the Bay Area May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With over 30 years of experience working as a facilities manager at high tech companies in the Bay Area, Weir has used his knowledge to keep the school running smoothly. read more » From broken toilets to daily cleaning: The unseen workers who keep our campus clean May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With long workdays and constant disasters, SHS’s maintenance and cleanup crew keeps our campus running. read more » 73 questions: conversations with the school community May 30, 2022 — by Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli and Sarah Zhou The Falcon interviewed a number of students and teachers on campus to formulate this Vogue-inspired story. read more » Despite little success during season, badminton places second at CCS with Mar at the head May 22, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sanjoli Gupta With an influx of new players and only one win during the season, the team looks forward to improving next season. read more » Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete May 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo From trying tennis to playing soccer, a sophomore recounts his unathletic childhood. read more » The big summer disruption: renovations to impact teachers, sports teams and outside organizations May 16, 2022 — by Jonny Luo In order to keep projects on schedule, the administration checks in weekly with its contractors read more » Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Three newest district board members see potential for positive change February 13, 2023 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo After being sworn in on Dec. 13, three new board members plan to bring their vision and change to the district. read more » Rare shooting occurs in Saratoga downtown February 10, 2023 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Saratoga responds to the recent shooting that occurred in The Inn at Saratoga. read more » Drama program works to increase membership, provides new opportunities for students January 26, 2023 — by Jonny Luo After a drastic drop in enrollment during the pandemic, the drama department has been rebounding to pre-pandemic numbers. Nonetheless, to increase enrollment the program is helping middle school students transition into a high school drama environment and accommodating students with conflicting school schedules. read more » Green Committee asks for students’ help to make the school a greener place December 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Founded over the summer, Green Committee hopes to install new 3-way bins this year to create a more eco-friendly environment. read more » Saratogans love trees, except when they become problematic December 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Strict regulations regarding the removal of trees have inconvenienced many homeowners, yet they have made Saratoga a greener city and have contributed to its high property values. read more » English 11 Honors hosts ‘Hamlet’ discussion with Shakespeare professor December 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Victoria Hu Around 25 juniors attended the event and listened to Professor Emeritus Michael Warren from UC Santa Cruz. read more » Fall play audience attendance rebounds to pre-COVID numbers November 20, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Daniel Wu The drama program put on ‘The Crucible’ as this year’s fall play. read more » Senior who loves crocheting makes bags, sweaters, stuffed animals and more November 16, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Jonny Luo Senior Miranda Yee has made several stuffed animals, bags and more to help her relax. read more » Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues November 13, 2022 — by Jonny Luo His plan sets a dangerous precedent for future loan forgiveness and fails to solve the root cause of student debt. read more » Jack of all languages: junior learns four languages with plans to study more November 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Growing up with parents from France and China, junior Anais Sobrier developed a love for learning new languages. read more » Behind the scenes: hiring processes for superintendent, district staff October 14, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo New superintendent Bill Sanderson, along with several other district staff, was welcomed to the school district at the beginning of the school year. read more » Girls’ water polo team seeks to improve after loss of key players October 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Despite early losses and low participation the team is working on improving for future games. read more » Two board members opt against running for re-election; 5 candidates vie for 3 open seats October 4, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo Cynthia Chang will step back from the position she has held for more than two decades and through multiple elections. read more » Fishing: boring but rewarding September 19, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Although I only caught five tiny fish in three hours, it felt amazing to pretend to be a stone-age hunter-gatherer “livin’ off the land (water).” read more » New World History and AP Government teacher encourages learning through growth mindset September 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sunny Cao With over 15 years of teaching experience, teacher Holly Royaltey engages students through an emphasis on learning theory. read more » Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state September 11, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The program is an opportunity to reduce a burden for struggling Californians. read more » We were freshmen in our sophomore year June 5, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The sophomore class’s online freshman year has left long-lasting effects. read more » From custodian to plant supervisor: Paul Weir’s 30-year journey in the Bay Area May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With over 30 years of experience working as a facilities manager at high tech companies in the Bay Area, Weir has used his knowledge to keep the school running smoothly. read more » From broken toilets to daily cleaning: The unseen workers who keep our campus clean May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With long workdays and constant disasters, SHS’s maintenance and cleanup crew keeps our campus running. read more » 73 questions: conversations with the school community May 30, 2022 — by Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli and Sarah Zhou The Falcon interviewed a number of students and teachers on campus to formulate this Vogue-inspired story. read more » Despite little success during season, badminton places second at CCS with Mar at the head May 22, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sanjoli Gupta With an influx of new players and only one win during the season, the team looks forward to improving next season. read more » Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete May 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo From trying tennis to playing soccer, a sophomore recounts his unathletic childhood. read more » The big summer disruption: renovations to impact teachers, sports teams and outside organizations May 16, 2022 — by Jonny Luo In order to keep projects on schedule, the administration checks in weekly with its contractors read more » Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Rare shooting occurs in Saratoga downtown February 10, 2023 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Saratoga responds to the recent shooting that occurred in The Inn at Saratoga. read more » Drama program works to increase membership, provides new opportunities for students January 26, 2023 — by Jonny Luo After a drastic drop in enrollment during the pandemic, the drama department has been rebounding to pre-pandemic numbers. Nonetheless, to increase enrollment the program is helping middle school students transition into a high school drama environment and accommodating students with conflicting school schedules. read more » Green Committee asks for students’ help to make the school a greener place December 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Founded over the summer, Green Committee hopes to install new 3-way bins this year to create a more eco-friendly environment. read more » Saratogans love trees, except when they become problematic December 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Strict regulations regarding the removal of trees have inconvenienced many homeowners, yet they have made Saratoga a greener city and have contributed to its high property values. read more » English 11 Honors hosts ‘Hamlet’ discussion with Shakespeare professor December 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Victoria Hu Around 25 juniors attended the event and listened to Professor Emeritus Michael Warren from UC Santa Cruz. read more » Fall play audience attendance rebounds to pre-COVID numbers November 20, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Daniel Wu The drama program put on ‘The Crucible’ as this year’s fall play. read more » Senior who loves crocheting makes bags, sweaters, stuffed animals and more November 16, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Jonny Luo Senior Miranda Yee has made several stuffed animals, bags and more to help her relax. read more » Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues November 13, 2022 — by Jonny Luo His plan sets a dangerous precedent for future loan forgiveness and fails to solve the root cause of student debt. read more » Jack of all languages: junior learns four languages with plans to study more November 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Growing up with parents from France and China, junior Anais Sobrier developed a love for learning new languages. read more » Behind the scenes: hiring processes for superintendent, district staff October 14, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo New superintendent Bill Sanderson, along with several other district staff, was welcomed to the school district at the beginning of the school year. read more » Girls’ water polo team seeks to improve after loss of key players October 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Despite early losses and low participation the team is working on improving for future games. read more » Two board members opt against running for re-election; 5 candidates vie for 3 open seats October 4, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo Cynthia Chang will step back from the position she has held for more than two decades and through multiple elections. read more » Fishing: boring but rewarding September 19, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Although I only caught five tiny fish in three hours, it felt amazing to pretend to be a stone-age hunter-gatherer “livin’ off the land (water).” read more » New World History and AP Government teacher encourages learning through growth mindset September 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sunny Cao With over 15 years of teaching experience, teacher Holly Royaltey engages students through an emphasis on learning theory. read more » Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state September 11, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The program is an opportunity to reduce a burden for struggling Californians. read more » We were freshmen in our sophomore year June 5, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The sophomore class’s online freshman year has left long-lasting effects. read more » From custodian to plant supervisor: Paul Weir’s 30-year journey in the Bay Area May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With over 30 years of experience working as a facilities manager at high tech companies in the Bay Area, Weir has used his knowledge to keep the school running smoothly. read more » From broken toilets to daily cleaning: The unseen workers who keep our campus clean May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With long workdays and constant disasters, SHS’s maintenance and cleanup crew keeps our campus running. read more » 73 questions: conversations with the school community May 30, 2022 — by Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli and Sarah Zhou The Falcon interviewed a number of students and teachers on campus to formulate this Vogue-inspired story. read more » Despite little success during season, badminton places second at CCS with Mar at the head May 22, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sanjoli Gupta With an influx of new players and only one win during the season, the team looks forward to improving next season. read more » Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete May 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo From trying tennis to playing soccer, a sophomore recounts his unathletic childhood. read more » The big summer disruption: renovations to impact teachers, sports teams and outside organizations May 16, 2022 — by Jonny Luo In order to keep projects on schedule, the administration checks in weekly with its contractors read more » Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Drama program works to increase membership, provides new opportunities for students January 26, 2023 — by Jonny Luo After a drastic drop in enrollment during the pandemic, the drama department has been rebounding to pre-pandemic numbers. Nonetheless, to increase enrollment the program is helping middle school students transition into a high school drama environment and accommodating students with conflicting school schedules. read more » Green Committee asks for students’ help to make the school a greener place December 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Founded over the summer, Green Committee hopes to install new 3-way bins this year to create a more eco-friendly environment. read more » Saratogans love trees, except when they become problematic December 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Strict regulations regarding the removal of trees have inconvenienced many homeowners, yet they have made Saratoga a greener city and have contributed to its high property values. read more » English 11 Honors hosts ‘Hamlet’ discussion with Shakespeare professor December 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Victoria Hu Around 25 juniors attended the event and listened to Professor Emeritus Michael Warren from UC Santa Cruz. read more » Fall play audience attendance rebounds to pre-COVID numbers November 20, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Daniel Wu The drama program put on ‘The Crucible’ as this year’s fall play. read more » Senior who loves crocheting makes bags, sweaters, stuffed animals and more November 16, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Jonny Luo Senior Miranda Yee has made several stuffed animals, bags and more to help her relax. read more » Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues November 13, 2022 — by Jonny Luo His plan sets a dangerous precedent for future loan forgiveness and fails to solve the root cause of student debt. read more » Jack of all languages: junior learns four languages with plans to study more November 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Growing up with parents from France and China, junior Anais Sobrier developed a love for learning new languages. read more » Behind the scenes: hiring processes for superintendent, district staff October 14, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo New superintendent Bill Sanderson, along with several other district staff, was welcomed to the school district at the beginning of the school year. read more » Girls’ water polo team seeks to improve after loss of key players October 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Despite early losses and low participation the team is working on improving for future games. read more » Two board members opt against running for re-election; 5 candidates vie for 3 open seats October 4, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo Cynthia Chang will step back from the position she has held for more than two decades and through multiple elections. read more » Fishing: boring but rewarding September 19, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Although I only caught five tiny fish in three hours, it felt amazing to pretend to be a stone-age hunter-gatherer “livin’ off the land (water).” read more » New World History and AP Government teacher encourages learning through growth mindset September 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sunny Cao With over 15 years of teaching experience, teacher Holly Royaltey engages students through an emphasis on learning theory. read more » Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state September 11, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The program is an opportunity to reduce a burden for struggling Californians. read more » We were freshmen in our sophomore year June 5, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The sophomore class’s online freshman year has left long-lasting effects. read more » From custodian to plant supervisor: Paul Weir’s 30-year journey in the Bay Area May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With over 30 years of experience working as a facilities manager at high tech companies in the Bay Area, Weir has used his knowledge to keep the school running smoothly. read more » From broken toilets to daily cleaning: The unseen workers who keep our campus clean May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With long workdays and constant disasters, SHS’s maintenance and cleanup crew keeps our campus running. read more » 73 questions: conversations with the school community May 30, 2022 — by Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli and Sarah Zhou The Falcon interviewed a number of students and teachers on campus to formulate this Vogue-inspired story. read more » Despite little success during season, badminton places second at CCS with Mar at the head May 22, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sanjoli Gupta With an influx of new players and only one win during the season, the team looks forward to improving next season. read more » Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete May 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo From trying tennis to playing soccer, a sophomore recounts his unathletic childhood. read more » The big summer disruption: renovations to impact teachers, sports teams and outside organizations May 16, 2022 — by Jonny Luo In order to keep projects on schedule, the administration checks in weekly with its contractors read more » Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Green Committee asks for students’ help to make the school a greener place December 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Founded over the summer, Green Committee hopes to install new 3-way bins this year to create a more eco-friendly environment. read more » Saratogans love trees, except when they become problematic December 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Strict regulations regarding the removal of trees have inconvenienced many homeowners, yet they have made Saratoga a greener city and have contributed to its high property values. read more » English 11 Honors hosts ‘Hamlet’ discussion with Shakespeare professor December 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Victoria Hu Around 25 juniors attended the event and listened to Professor Emeritus Michael Warren from UC Santa Cruz. read more » Fall play audience attendance rebounds to pre-COVID numbers November 20, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Daniel Wu The drama program put on ‘The Crucible’ as this year’s fall play. read more » Senior who loves crocheting makes bags, sweaters, stuffed animals and more November 16, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Jonny Luo Senior Miranda Yee has made several stuffed animals, bags and more to help her relax. read more » Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues November 13, 2022 — by Jonny Luo His plan sets a dangerous precedent for future loan forgiveness and fails to solve the root cause of student debt. read more » Jack of all languages: junior learns four languages with plans to study more November 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Growing up with parents from France and China, junior Anais Sobrier developed a love for learning new languages. read more » Behind the scenes: hiring processes for superintendent, district staff October 14, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo New superintendent Bill Sanderson, along with several other district staff, was welcomed to the school district at the beginning of the school year. read more » Girls’ water polo team seeks to improve after loss of key players October 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Despite early losses and low participation the team is working on improving for future games. read more » Two board members opt against running for re-election; 5 candidates vie for 3 open seats October 4, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo Cynthia Chang will step back from the position she has held for more than two decades and through multiple elections. read more » Fishing: boring but rewarding September 19, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Although I only caught five tiny fish in three hours, it felt amazing to pretend to be a stone-age hunter-gatherer “livin’ off the land (water).” read more » New World History and AP Government teacher encourages learning through growth mindset September 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sunny Cao With over 15 years of teaching experience, teacher Holly Royaltey engages students through an emphasis on learning theory. read more » Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state September 11, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The program is an opportunity to reduce a burden for struggling Californians. read more » We were freshmen in our sophomore year June 5, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The sophomore class’s online freshman year has left long-lasting effects. read more » From custodian to plant supervisor: Paul Weir’s 30-year journey in the Bay Area May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With over 30 years of experience working as a facilities manager at high tech companies in the Bay Area, Weir has used his knowledge to keep the school running smoothly. read more » From broken toilets to daily cleaning: The unseen workers who keep our campus clean May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With long workdays and constant disasters, SHS’s maintenance and cleanup crew keeps our campus running. read more » 73 questions: conversations with the school community May 30, 2022 — by Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli and Sarah Zhou The Falcon interviewed a number of students and teachers on campus to formulate this Vogue-inspired story. read more » Despite little success during season, badminton places second at CCS with Mar at the head May 22, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sanjoli Gupta With an influx of new players and only one win during the season, the team looks forward to improving next season. read more » Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete May 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo From trying tennis to playing soccer, a sophomore recounts his unathletic childhood. read more » The big summer disruption: renovations to impact teachers, sports teams and outside organizations May 16, 2022 — by Jonny Luo In order to keep projects on schedule, the administration checks in weekly with its contractors read more » Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Saratogans love trees, except when they become problematic December 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Kathy Wang Strict regulations regarding the removal of trees have inconvenienced many homeowners, yet they have made Saratoga a greener city and have contributed to its high property values. read more » English 11 Honors hosts ‘Hamlet’ discussion with Shakespeare professor December 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Victoria Hu Around 25 juniors attended the event and listened to Professor Emeritus Michael Warren from UC Santa Cruz. read more » Fall play audience attendance rebounds to pre-COVID numbers November 20, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Daniel Wu The drama program put on ‘The Crucible’ as this year’s fall play. read more » Senior who loves crocheting makes bags, sweaters, stuffed animals and more November 16, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Jonny Luo Senior Miranda Yee has made several stuffed animals, bags and more to help her relax. read more » Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues November 13, 2022 — by Jonny Luo His plan sets a dangerous precedent for future loan forgiveness and fails to solve the root cause of student debt. read more » Jack of all languages: junior learns four languages with plans to study more November 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Growing up with parents from France and China, junior Anais Sobrier developed a love for learning new languages. read more » Behind the scenes: hiring processes for superintendent, district staff October 14, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo New superintendent Bill Sanderson, along with several other district staff, was welcomed to the school district at the beginning of the school year. read more » Girls’ water polo team seeks to improve after loss of key players October 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Despite early losses and low participation the team is working on improving for future games. read more » Two board members opt against running for re-election; 5 candidates vie for 3 open seats October 4, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo Cynthia Chang will step back from the position she has held for more than two decades and through multiple elections. read more » Fishing: boring but rewarding September 19, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Although I only caught five tiny fish in three hours, it felt amazing to pretend to be a stone-age hunter-gatherer “livin’ off the land (water).” read more » New World History and AP Government teacher encourages learning through growth mindset September 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sunny Cao With over 15 years of teaching experience, teacher Holly Royaltey engages students through an emphasis on learning theory. read more » Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state September 11, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The program is an opportunity to reduce a burden for struggling Californians. read more » We were freshmen in our sophomore year June 5, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The sophomore class’s online freshman year has left long-lasting effects. read more » From custodian to plant supervisor: Paul Weir’s 30-year journey in the Bay Area May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With over 30 years of experience working as a facilities manager at high tech companies in the Bay Area, Weir has used his knowledge to keep the school running smoothly. read more » From broken toilets to daily cleaning: The unseen workers who keep our campus clean May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With long workdays and constant disasters, SHS’s maintenance and cleanup crew keeps our campus running. read more » 73 questions: conversations with the school community May 30, 2022 — by Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli and Sarah Zhou The Falcon interviewed a number of students and teachers on campus to formulate this Vogue-inspired story. read more » Despite little success during season, badminton places second at CCS with Mar at the head May 22, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sanjoli Gupta With an influx of new players and only one win during the season, the team looks forward to improving next season. read more » Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete May 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo From trying tennis to playing soccer, a sophomore recounts his unathletic childhood. read more » The big summer disruption: renovations to impact teachers, sports teams and outside organizations May 16, 2022 — by Jonny Luo In order to keep projects on schedule, the administration checks in weekly with its contractors read more » Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
English 11 Honors hosts ‘Hamlet’ discussion with Shakespeare professor December 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Victoria Hu Around 25 juniors attended the event and listened to Professor Emeritus Michael Warren from UC Santa Cruz. read more » Fall play audience attendance rebounds to pre-COVID numbers November 20, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Daniel Wu The drama program put on ‘The Crucible’ as this year’s fall play. read more » Senior who loves crocheting makes bags, sweaters, stuffed animals and more November 16, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Jonny Luo Senior Miranda Yee has made several stuffed animals, bags and more to help her relax. read more » Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues November 13, 2022 — by Jonny Luo His plan sets a dangerous precedent for future loan forgiveness and fails to solve the root cause of student debt. read more » Jack of all languages: junior learns four languages with plans to study more November 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Growing up with parents from France and China, junior Anais Sobrier developed a love for learning new languages. read more » Behind the scenes: hiring processes for superintendent, district staff October 14, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo New superintendent Bill Sanderson, along with several other district staff, was welcomed to the school district at the beginning of the school year. read more » Girls’ water polo team seeks to improve after loss of key players October 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Despite early losses and low participation the team is working on improving for future games. read more » Two board members opt against running for re-election; 5 candidates vie for 3 open seats October 4, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo Cynthia Chang will step back from the position she has held for more than two decades and through multiple elections. read more » Fishing: boring but rewarding September 19, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Although I only caught five tiny fish in three hours, it felt amazing to pretend to be a stone-age hunter-gatherer “livin’ off the land (water).” read more » New World History and AP Government teacher encourages learning through growth mindset September 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sunny Cao With over 15 years of teaching experience, teacher Holly Royaltey engages students through an emphasis on learning theory. read more » Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state September 11, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The program is an opportunity to reduce a burden for struggling Californians. read more » We were freshmen in our sophomore year June 5, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The sophomore class’s online freshman year has left long-lasting effects. read more » From custodian to plant supervisor: Paul Weir’s 30-year journey in the Bay Area May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With over 30 years of experience working as a facilities manager at high tech companies in the Bay Area, Weir has used his knowledge to keep the school running smoothly. read more » From broken toilets to daily cleaning: The unseen workers who keep our campus clean May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With long workdays and constant disasters, SHS’s maintenance and cleanup crew keeps our campus running. read more » 73 questions: conversations with the school community May 30, 2022 — by Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli and Sarah Zhou The Falcon interviewed a number of students and teachers on campus to formulate this Vogue-inspired story. read more » Despite little success during season, badminton places second at CCS with Mar at the head May 22, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sanjoli Gupta With an influx of new players and only one win during the season, the team looks forward to improving next season. read more » Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete May 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo From trying tennis to playing soccer, a sophomore recounts his unathletic childhood. read more » The big summer disruption: renovations to impact teachers, sports teams and outside organizations May 16, 2022 — by Jonny Luo In order to keep projects on schedule, the administration checks in weekly with its contractors read more » Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Fall play audience attendance rebounds to pre-COVID numbers November 20, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Daniel Wu The drama program put on ‘The Crucible’ as this year’s fall play. read more » Senior who loves crocheting makes bags, sweaters, stuffed animals and more November 16, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Jonny Luo Senior Miranda Yee has made several stuffed animals, bags and more to help her relax. read more » Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues November 13, 2022 — by Jonny Luo His plan sets a dangerous precedent for future loan forgiveness and fails to solve the root cause of student debt. read more » Jack of all languages: junior learns four languages with plans to study more November 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Growing up with parents from France and China, junior Anais Sobrier developed a love for learning new languages. read more » Behind the scenes: hiring processes for superintendent, district staff October 14, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo New superintendent Bill Sanderson, along with several other district staff, was welcomed to the school district at the beginning of the school year. read more » Girls’ water polo team seeks to improve after loss of key players October 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Despite early losses and low participation the team is working on improving for future games. read more » Two board members opt against running for re-election; 5 candidates vie for 3 open seats October 4, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo Cynthia Chang will step back from the position she has held for more than two decades and through multiple elections. read more » Fishing: boring but rewarding September 19, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Although I only caught five tiny fish in three hours, it felt amazing to pretend to be a stone-age hunter-gatherer “livin’ off the land (water).” read more » New World History and AP Government teacher encourages learning through growth mindset September 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sunny Cao With over 15 years of teaching experience, teacher Holly Royaltey engages students through an emphasis on learning theory. read more » Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state September 11, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The program is an opportunity to reduce a burden for struggling Californians. read more » We were freshmen in our sophomore year June 5, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The sophomore class’s online freshman year has left long-lasting effects. read more » From custodian to plant supervisor: Paul Weir’s 30-year journey in the Bay Area May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With over 30 years of experience working as a facilities manager at high tech companies in the Bay Area, Weir has used his knowledge to keep the school running smoothly. read more » From broken toilets to daily cleaning: The unseen workers who keep our campus clean May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With long workdays and constant disasters, SHS’s maintenance and cleanup crew keeps our campus running. read more » 73 questions: conversations with the school community May 30, 2022 — by Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli and Sarah Zhou The Falcon interviewed a number of students and teachers on campus to formulate this Vogue-inspired story. read more » Despite little success during season, badminton places second at CCS with Mar at the head May 22, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sanjoli Gupta With an influx of new players and only one win during the season, the team looks forward to improving next season. read more » Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete May 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo From trying tennis to playing soccer, a sophomore recounts his unathletic childhood. read more » The big summer disruption: renovations to impact teachers, sports teams and outside organizations May 16, 2022 — by Jonny Luo In order to keep projects on schedule, the administration checks in weekly with its contractors read more » Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Senior who loves crocheting makes bags, sweaters, stuffed animals and more November 16, 2022 — by Victoria Lin and Jonny Luo Senior Miranda Yee has made several stuffed animals, bags and more to help her relax. read more » Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues November 13, 2022 — by Jonny Luo His plan sets a dangerous precedent for future loan forgiveness and fails to solve the root cause of student debt. read more » Jack of all languages: junior learns four languages with plans to study more November 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Growing up with parents from France and China, junior Anais Sobrier developed a love for learning new languages. read more » Behind the scenes: hiring processes for superintendent, district staff October 14, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo New superintendent Bill Sanderson, along with several other district staff, was welcomed to the school district at the beginning of the school year. read more » Girls’ water polo team seeks to improve after loss of key players October 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Despite early losses and low participation the team is working on improving for future games. read more » Two board members opt against running for re-election; 5 candidates vie for 3 open seats October 4, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo Cynthia Chang will step back from the position she has held for more than two decades and through multiple elections. read more » Fishing: boring but rewarding September 19, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Although I only caught five tiny fish in three hours, it felt amazing to pretend to be a stone-age hunter-gatherer “livin’ off the land (water).” read more » New World History and AP Government teacher encourages learning through growth mindset September 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sunny Cao With over 15 years of teaching experience, teacher Holly Royaltey engages students through an emphasis on learning theory. read more » Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state September 11, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The program is an opportunity to reduce a burden for struggling Californians. read more » We were freshmen in our sophomore year June 5, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The sophomore class’s online freshman year has left long-lasting effects. read more » From custodian to plant supervisor: Paul Weir’s 30-year journey in the Bay Area May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With over 30 years of experience working as a facilities manager at high tech companies in the Bay Area, Weir has used his knowledge to keep the school running smoothly. read more » From broken toilets to daily cleaning: The unseen workers who keep our campus clean May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With long workdays and constant disasters, SHS’s maintenance and cleanup crew keeps our campus running. read more » 73 questions: conversations with the school community May 30, 2022 — by Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli and Sarah Zhou The Falcon interviewed a number of students and teachers on campus to formulate this Vogue-inspired story. read more » Despite little success during season, badminton places second at CCS with Mar at the head May 22, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sanjoli Gupta With an influx of new players and only one win during the season, the team looks forward to improving next season. read more » Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete May 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo From trying tennis to playing soccer, a sophomore recounts his unathletic childhood. read more » The big summer disruption: renovations to impact teachers, sports teams and outside organizations May 16, 2022 — by Jonny Luo In order to keep projects on schedule, the administration checks in weekly with its contractors read more » Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues November 13, 2022 — by Jonny Luo His plan sets a dangerous precedent for future loan forgiveness and fails to solve the root cause of student debt. read more » Jack of all languages: junior learns four languages with plans to study more November 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Growing up with parents from France and China, junior Anais Sobrier developed a love for learning new languages. read more » Behind the scenes: hiring processes for superintendent, district staff October 14, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo New superintendent Bill Sanderson, along with several other district staff, was welcomed to the school district at the beginning of the school year. read more » Girls’ water polo team seeks to improve after loss of key players October 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Despite early losses and low participation the team is working on improving for future games. read more » Two board members opt against running for re-election; 5 candidates vie for 3 open seats October 4, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo Cynthia Chang will step back from the position she has held for more than two decades and through multiple elections. read more » Fishing: boring but rewarding September 19, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Although I only caught five tiny fish in three hours, it felt amazing to pretend to be a stone-age hunter-gatherer “livin’ off the land (water).” read more » New World History and AP Government teacher encourages learning through growth mindset September 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sunny Cao With over 15 years of teaching experience, teacher Holly Royaltey engages students through an emphasis on learning theory. read more » Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state September 11, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The program is an opportunity to reduce a burden for struggling Californians. read more » We were freshmen in our sophomore year June 5, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The sophomore class’s online freshman year has left long-lasting effects. read more » From custodian to plant supervisor: Paul Weir’s 30-year journey in the Bay Area May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With over 30 years of experience working as a facilities manager at high tech companies in the Bay Area, Weir has used his knowledge to keep the school running smoothly. read more » From broken toilets to daily cleaning: The unseen workers who keep our campus clean May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With long workdays and constant disasters, SHS’s maintenance and cleanup crew keeps our campus running. read more » 73 questions: conversations with the school community May 30, 2022 — by Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli and Sarah Zhou The Falcon interviewed a number of students and teachers on campus to formulate this Vogue-inspired story. read more » Despite little success during season, badminton places second at CCS with Mar at the head May 22, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sanjoli Gupta With an influx of new players and only one win during the season, the team looks forward to improving next season. read more » Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete May 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo From trying tennis to playing soccer, a sophomore recounts his unathletic childhood. read more » The big summer disruption: renovations to impact teachers, sports teams and outside organizations May 16, 2022 — by Jonny Luo In order to keep projects on schedule, the administration checks in weekly with its contractors read more » Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Jack of all languages: junior learns four languages with plans to study more November 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Growing up with parents from France and China, junior Anais Sobrier developed a love for learning new languages. read more » Behind the scenes: hiring processes for superintendent, district staff October 14, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo New superintendent Bill Sanderson, along with several other district staff, was welcomed to the school district at the beginning of the school year. read more » Girls’ water polo team seeks to improve after loss of key players October 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Despite early losses and low participation the team is working on improving for future games. read more » Two board members opt against running for re-election; 5 candidates vie for 3 open seats October 4, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo Cynthia Chang will step back from the position she has held for more than two decades and through multiple elections. read more » Fishing: boring but rewarding September 19, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Although I only caught five tiny fish in three hours, it felt amazing to pretend to be a stone-age hunter-gatherer “livin’ off the land (water).” read more » New World History and AP Government teacher encourages learning through growth mindset September 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sunny Cao With over 15 years of teaching experience, teacher Holly Royaltey engages students through an emphasis on learning theory. read more » Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state September 11, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The program is an opportunity to reduce a burden for struggling Californians. read more » We were freshmen in our sophomore year June 5, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The sophomore class’s online freshman year has left long-lasting effects. read more » From custodian to plant supervisor: Paul Weir’s 30-year journey in the Bay Area May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With over 30 years of experience working as a facilities manager at high tech companies in the Bay Area, Weir has used his knowledge to keep the school running smoothly. read more » From broken toilets to daily cleaning: The unseen workers who keep our campus clean May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With long workdays and constant disasters, SHS’s maintenance and cleanup crew keeps our campus running. read more » 73 questions: conversations with the school community May 30, 2022 — by Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli and Sarah Zhou The Falcon interviewed a number of students and teachers on campus to formulate this Vogue-inspired story. read more » Despite little success during season, badminton places second at CCS with Mar at the head May 22, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sanjoli Gupta With an influx of new players and only one win during the season, the team looks forward to improving next season. read more » Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete May 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo From trying tennis to playing soccer, a sophomore recounts his unathletic childhood. read more » The big summer disruption: renovations to impact teachers, sports teams and outside organizations May 16, 2022 — by Jonny Luo In order to keep projects on schedule, the administration checks in weekly with its contractors read more » Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Behind the scenes: hiring processes for superintendent, district staff October 14, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo New superintendent Bill Sanderson, along with several other district staff, was welcomed to the school district at the beginning of the school year. read more » Girls’ water polo team seeks to improve after loss of key players October 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Despite early losses and low participation the team is working on improving for future games. read more » Two board members opt against running for re-election; 5 candidates vie for 3 open seats October 4, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo Cynthia Chang will step back from the position she has held for more than two decades and through multiple elections. read more » Fishing: boring but rewarding September 19, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Although I only caught five tiny fish in three hours, it felt amazing to pretend to be a stone-age hunter-gatherer “livin’ off the land (water).” read more » New World History and AP Government teacher encourages learning through growth mindset September 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sunny Cao With over 15 years of teaching experience, teacher Holly Royaltey engages students through an emphasis on learning theory. read more » Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state September 11, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The program is an opportunity to reduce a burden for struggling Californians. read more » We were freshmen in our sophomore year June 5, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The sophomore class’s online freshman year has left long-lasting effects. read more » From custodian to plant supervisor: Paul Weir’s 30-year journey in the Bay Area May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With over 30 years of experience working as a facilities manager at high tech companies in the Bay Area, Weir has used his knowledge to keep the school running smoothly. read more » From broken toilets to daily cleaning: The unseen workers who keep our campus clean May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With long workdays and constant disasters, SHS’s maintenance and cleanup crew keeps our campus running. read more » 73 questions: conversations with the school community May 30, 2022 — by Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli and Sarah Zhou The Falcon interviewed a number of students and teachers on campus to formulate this Vogue-inspired story. read more » Despite little success during season, badminton places second at CCS with Mar at the head May 22, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sanjoli Gupta With an influx of new players and only one win during the season, the team looks forward to improving next season. read more » Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete May 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo From trying tennis to playing soccer, a sophomore recounts his unathletic childhood. read more » The big summer disruption: renovations to impact teachers, sports teams and outside organizations May 16, 2022 — by Jonny Luo In order to keep projects on schedule, the administration checks in weekly with its contractors read more » Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Girls’ water polo team seeks to improve after loss of key players October 7, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Despite early losses and low participation the team is working on improving for future games. read more » Two board members opt against running for re-election; 5 candidates vie for 3 open seats October 4, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo Cynthia Chang will step back from the position she has held for more than two decades and through multiple elections. read more » Fishing: boring but rewarding September 19, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Although I only caught five tiny fish in three hours, it felt amazing to pretend to be a stone-age hunter-gatherer “livin’ off the land (water).” read more » New World History and AP Government teacher encourages learning through growth mindset September 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sunny Cao With over 15 years of teaching experience, teacher Holly Royaltey engages students through an emphasis on learning theory. read more » Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state September 11, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The program is an opportunity to reduce a burden for struggling Californians. read more » We were freshmen in our sophomore year June 5, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The sophomore class’s online freshman year has left long-lasting effects. read more » From custodian to plant supervisor: Paul Weir’s 30-year journey in the Bay Area May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With over 30 years of experience working as a facilities manager at high tech companies in the Bay Area, Weir has used his knowledge to keep the school running smoothly. read more » From broken toilets to daily cleaning: The unseen workers who keep our campus clean May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With long workdays and constant disasters, SHS’s maintenance and cleanup crew keeps our campus running. read more » 73 questions: conversations with the school community May 30, 2022 — by Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli and Sarah Zhou The Falcon interviewed a number of students and teachers on campus to formulate this Vogue-inspired story. read more » Despite little success during season, badminton places second at CCS with Mar at the head May 22, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sanjoli Gupta With an influx of new players and only one win during the season, the team looks forward to improving next season. read more » Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete May 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo From trying tennis to playing soccer, a sophomore recounts his unathletic childhood. read more » The big summer disruption: renovations to impact teachers, sports teams and outside organizations May 16, 2022 — by Jonny Luo In order to keep projects on schedule, the administration checks in weekly with its contractors read more » Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Two board members opt against running for re-election; 5 candidates vie for 3 open seats October 4, 2022 — by Lynn Dai and Jonny Luo Cynthia Chang will step back from the position she has held for more than two decades and through multiple elections. read more » Fishing: boring but rewarding September 19, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Although I only caught five tiny fish in three hours, it felt amazing to pretend to be a stone-age hunter-gatherer “livin’ off the land (water).” read more » New World History and AP Government teacher encourages learning through growth mindset September 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sunny Cao With over 15 years of teaching experience, teacher Holly Royaltey engages students through an emphasis on learning theory. read more » Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state September 11, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The program is an opportunity to reduce a burden for struggling Californians. read more » We were freshmen in our sophomore year June 5, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The sophomore class’s online freshman year has left long-lasting effects. read more » From custodian to plant supervisor: Paul Weir’s 30-year journey in the Bay Area May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With over 30 years of experience working as a facilities manager at high tech companies in the Bay Area, Weir has used his knowledge to keep the school running smoothly. read more » From broken toilets to daily cleaning: The unseen workers who keep our campus clean May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With long workdays and constant disasters, SHS’s maintenance and cleanup crew keeps our campus running. read more » 73 questions: conversations with the school community May 30, 2022 — by Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli and Sarah Zhou The Falcon interviewed a number of students and teachers on campus to formulate this Vogue-inspired story. read more » Despite little success during season, badminton places second at CCS with Mar at the head May 22, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sanjoli Gupta With an influx of new players and only one win during the season, the team looks forward to improving next season. read more » Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete May 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo From trying tennis to playing soccer, a sophomore recounts his unathletic childhood. read more » The big summer disruption: renovations to impact teachers, sports teams and outside organizations May 16, 2022 — by Jonny Luo In order to keep projects on schedule, the administration checks in weekly with its contractors read more » Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Fishing: boring but rewarding September 19, 2022 — by Jonny Luo Although I only caught five tiny fish in three hours, it felt amazing to pretend to be a stone-age hunter-gatherer “livin’ off the land (water).” read more » New World History and AP Government teacher encourages learning through growth mindset September 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sunny Cao With over 15 years of teaching experience, teacher Holly Royaltey engages students through an emphasis on learning theory. read more » Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state September 11, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The program is an opportunity to reduce a burden for struggling Californians. read more » We were freshmen in our sophomore year June 5, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The sophomore class’s online freshman year has left long-lasting effects. read more » From custodian to plant supervisor: Paul Weir’s 30-year journey in the Bay Area May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With over 30 years of experience working as a facilities manager at high tech companies in the Bay Area, Weir has used his knowledge to keep the school running smoothly. read more » From broken toilets to daily cleaning: The unseen workers who keep our campus clean May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With long workdays and constant disasters, SHS’s maintenance and cleanup crew keeps our campus running. read more » 73 questions: conversations with the school community May 30, 2022 — by Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli and Sarah Zhou The Falcon interviewed a number of students and teachers on campus to formulate this Vogue-inspired story. read more » Despite little success during season, badminton places second at CCS with Mar at the head May 22, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sanjoli Gupta With an influx of new players and only one win during the season, the team looks forward to improving next season. read more » Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete May 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo From trying tennis to playing soccer, a sophomore recounts his unathletic childhood. read more » The big summer disruption: renovations to impact teachers, sports teams and outside organizations May 16, 2022 — by Jonny Luo In order to keep projects on schedule, the administration checks in weekly with its contractors read more » Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
New World History and AP Government teacher encourages learning through growth mindset September 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sunny Cao With over 15 years of teaching experience, teacher Holly Royaltey engages students through an emphasis on learning theory. read more » Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state September 11, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The program is an opportunity to reduce a burden for struggling Californians. read more » We were freshmen in our sophomore year June 5, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The sophomore class’s online freshman year has left long-lasting effects. read more » From custodian to plant supervisor: Paul Weir’s 30-year journey in the Bay Area May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With over 30 years of experience working as a facilities manager at high tech companies in the Bay Area, Weir has used his knowledge to keep the school running smoothly. read more » From broken toilets to daily cleaning: The unseen workers who keep our campus clean May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With long workdays and constant disasters, SHS’s maintenance and cleanup crew keeps our campus running. read more » 73 questions: conversations with the school community May 30, 2022 — by Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli and Sarah Zhou The Falcon interviewed a number of students and teachers on campus to formulate this Vogue-inspired story. read more » Despite little success during season, badminton places second at CCS with Mar at the head May 22, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sanjoli Gupta With an influx of new players and only one win during the season, the team looks forward to improving next season. read more » Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete May 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo From trying tennis to playing soccer, a sophomore recounts his unathletic childhood. read more » The big summer disruption: renovations to impact teachers, sports teams and outside organizations May 16, 2022 — by Jonny Luo In order to keep projects on schedule, the administration checks in weekly with its contractors read more » Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state September 11, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The program is an opportunity to reduce a burden for struggling Californians. read more » We were freshmen in our sophomore year June 5, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The sophomore class’s online freshman year has left long-lasting effects. read more » From custodian to plant supervisor: Paul Weir’s 30-year journey in the Bay Area May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With over 30 years of experience working as a facilities manager at high tech companies in the Bay Area, Weir has used his knowledge to keep the school running smoothly. read more » From broken toilets to daily cleaning: The unseen workers who keep our campus clean May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With long workdays and constant disasters, SHS’s maintenance and cleanup crew keeps our campus running. read more » 73 questions: conversations with the school community May 30, 2022 — by Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli and Sarah Zhou The Falcon interviewed a number of students and teachers on campus to formulate this Vogue-inspired story. read more » Despite little success during season, badminton places second at CCS with Mar at the head May 22, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sanjoli Gupta With an influx of new players and only one win during the season, the team looks forward to improving next season. read more » Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete May 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo From trying tennis to playing soccer, a sophomore recounts his unathletic childhood. read more » The big summer disruption: renovations to impact teachers, sports teams and outside organizations May 16, 2022 — by Jonny Luo In order to keep projects on schedule, the administration checks in weekly with its contractors read more » Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
We were freshmen in our sophomore year June 5, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The sophomore class’s online freshman year has left long-lasting effects. read more » From custodian to plant supervisor: Paul Weir’s 30-year journey in the Bay Area May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With over 30 years of experience working as a facilities manager at high tech companies in the Bay Area, Weir has used his knowledge to keep the school running smoothly. read more » From broken toilets to daily cleaning: The unseen workers who keep our campus clean May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With long workdays and constant disasters, SHS’s maintenance and cleanup crew keeps our campus running. read more » 73 questions: conversations with the school community May 30, 2022 — by Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli and Sarah Zhou The Falcon interviewed a number of students and teachers on campus to formulate this Vogue-inspired story. read more » Despite little success during season, badminton places second at CCS with Mar at the head May 22, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sanjoli Gupta With an influx of new players and only one win during the season, the team looks forward to improving next season. read more » Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete May 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo From trying tennis to playing soccer, a sophomore recounts his unathletic childhood. read more » The big summer disruption: renovations to impact teachers, sports teams and outside organizations May 16, 2022 — by Jonny Luo In order to keep projects on schedule, the administration checks in weekly with its contractors read more » Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
From custodian to plant supervisor: Paul Weir’s 30-year journey in the Bay Area May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With over 30 years of experience working as a facilities manager at high tech companies in the Bay Area, Weir has used his knowledge to keep the school running smoothly. read more » From broken toilets to daily cleaning: The unseen workers who keep our campus clean May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With long workdays and constant disasters, SHS’s maintenance and cleanup crew keeps our campus running. read more » 73 questions: conversations with the school community May 30, 2022 — by Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli and Sarah Zhou The Falcon interviewed a number of students and teachers on campus to formulate this Vogue-inspired story. read more » Despite little success during season, badminton places second at CCS with Mar at the head May 22, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sanjoli Gupta With an influx of new players and only one win during the season, the team looks forward to improving next season. read more » Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete May 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo From trying tennis to playing soccer, a sophomore recounts his unathletic childhood. read more » The big summer disruption: renovations to impact teachers, sports teams and outside organizations May 16, 2022 — by Jonny Luo In order to keep projects on schedule, the administration checks in weekly with its contractors read more » Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
From broken toilets to daily cleaning: The unseen workers who keep our campus clean May 30, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With long workdays and constant disasters, SHS’s maintenance and cleanup crew keeps our campus running. read more » 73 questions: conversations with the school community May 30, 2022 — by Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli and Sarah Zhou The Falcon interviewed a number of students and teachers on campus to formulate this Vogue-inspired story. read more » Despite little success during season, badminton places second at CCS with Mar at the head May 22, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sanjoli Gupta With an influx of new players and only one win during the season, the team looks forward to improving next season. read more » Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete May 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo From trying tennis to playing soccer, a sophomore recounts his unathletic childhood. read more » The big summer disruption: renovations to impact teachers, sports teams and outside organizations May 16, 2022 — by Jonny Luo In order to keep projects on schedule, the administration checks in weekly with its contractors read more » Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
73 questions: conversations with the school community May 30, 2022 — by Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli and Sarah Zhou The Falcon interviewed a number of students and teachers on campus to formulate this Vogue-inspired story. read more » Despite little success during season, badminton places second at CCS with Mar at the head May 22, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sanjoli Gupta With an influx of new players and only one win during the season, the team looks forward to improving next season. read more » Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete May 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo From trying tennis to playing soccer, a sophomore recounts his unathletic childhood. read more » The big summer disruption: renovations to impact teachers, sports teams and outside organizations May 16, 2022 — by Jonny Luo In order to keep projects on schedule, the administration checks in weekly with its contractors read more » Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Despite little success during season, badminton places second at CCS with Mar at the head May 22, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Sanjoli Gupta With an influx of new players and only one win during the season, the team looks forward to improving next season. read more » Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete May 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo From trying tennis to playing soccer, a sophomore recounts his unathletic childhood. read more » The big summer disruption: renovations to impact teachers, sports teams and outside organizations May 16, 2022 — by Jonny Luo In order to keep projects on schedule, the administration checks in weekly with its contractors read more » Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete May 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo From trying tennis to playing soccer, a sophomore recounts his unathletic childhood. read more » The big summer disruption: renovations to impact teachers, sports teams and outside organizations May 16, 2022 — by Jonny Luo In order to keep projects on schedule, the administration checks in weekly with its contractors read more » Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
The big summer disruption: renovations to impact teachers, sports teams and outside organizations May 16, 2022 — by Jonny Luo In order to keep projects on schedule, the administration checks in weekly with its contractors read more » Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Elementary school memories: playing the engineer and building an illegal dam May 15, 2022 — by Jonny Luo As AP tests and finals rapid approach, it’s nice to reminisce on childhood recesses filled with diligent scheming and clever uses of sticks and spoons read more » Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Why I’ve given up on school cookies May 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo For $1.75, I expect more read more » Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order May 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo If I’m spending $6 on a cup of boba, I’m getting something I know will be good. read more » Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Fantastic Beasts 3: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ improves on declining franchise May 2, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The third installment of the Fantastic Beasts series delivers by listening to fans’ criticisms and by sidelining unnecessary characters. read more » STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
STEM competitions spotlight top achievers April 28, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Continuing a history of academic excellence, students continue to perform well in competitions read more » With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
With young roster, badminton seeks to develop skills March 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team is led by senior Adrian Mar. read more » Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Measure E to the finish: School to conduct major renovations over the summer March 18, 2022 — by Anamika Anand, Jonny Luo and Aiden Ye 8 years after the Measure E bond first passed, the school district has $25 million to spend on planned and future projects. read more » Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Post-pandemic woes: Yearbook, ASB face funding issues March 17, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Due to low sales during the pandemic, some school programs have experienced major funding problems, such as yearbook’s $20,000 projected deficit this year. read more » Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Sources of Strength organizes Valentine’s day flower sale to fund mental health awareness projects March 12, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli After Sources of Strength training, the club has seen a boost in participation, which has allowed it to split into multiple groups to focus on different campaigns. read more » Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Saratoga: city of no lights and peaceful nighttime strolls March 10, 2022 — by Jonny Luo I sometimes take walks around 10 p.m., amidst an ambience specific to Saratoga because of its lack of streetlights. read more » Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Wordle: millions consumed by a simple yet compelling game March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With only one puzzle per day and limited guesses per puzzle, Wordle is a great activity to do while eating breakfast or in between periods. read more » The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
The perfect blend of entertainment and education: ‘Kurzgesagt — in a nutshell’ March 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With thousands of hours poured into creating short, educational videos, this channel stands out for its excellent animation that easily conveys complex topics to the average Joe. read more » Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Students see success in competitions, scholarships March 2, 2022 — by Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The robotics team, speech and debate team, Model UN and Mock Trial saw numerous students win prestigious awards, while two seniors advanced to regional finalist status for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. read more » Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Seniors Vignav Ramesh and Anouk Yeh selected as Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists February 4, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Ramesh and Yeh were selected as two of 250 regional finalists out of a pool of 65,000 applicants for the $20,000 scholarship. read more » Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions February 1, 2022 — by Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Aiden Ye Science Club, Math Club, Science Bowl and Quiz Bowl prepare to organize and compete in academic competitions during the second semester read more » Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games January 31, 2022 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy The preseason allowed the team to build chemistry and try out various formations, and while the pandemic rattled the season slightly, the team hopes to keep their momentum going. read more » Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Staff editorial: As infections rise, schools should have the authority to go online again January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo The county should recognize the current COVID-19 situation and allow schools to transition to online learning if merited. read more » Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Saratoga parent takes over as long-term substitute for departing English teacher January 21, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With his extensive English background and experience in teaching, Andy Dimock hopes to make a smooth transition for students during their second semester. read more » Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Redefining the superhero genre: ‘Invincible’ January 18, 2022 — by Jonny Luo With its unabashed use of violence and excellent plot, this Amazon show takes the spot as 2021’s best TV show. read more » Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Mock Trial prepares for competition season with hybrid teaching December 3, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo The club meeting in person but receives mentoring from remote with attorney-coach Ashwini Velchamy. read more » Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Quiz Bowl to send its top team to nationals December 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The competitive team placed second at Cal Cup 1 and qualified for the High School National Championship Tournament. read more » Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy With only three losses to graduation, the team hopes to win the league again. read more » New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
New on-site COVID-19 testing aids school during first student COVID-19 case November 19, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school pulled students out of class to take PCR tests after a student tested positive for COVID-19 outside of school. read more » Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Football season cut short by lack of healthy players November 18, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The team hopes returning players and a strong incoming freshmen class will bolster the program. read more » School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions November 12, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Parents have been appreciative of a new, in-person avenue to answer questions each month. read more » School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
School sees increase in iPad usage for both students and staff November 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Teachers and students transitioned find it easier to take notes and easily export documents using an iPad and apple pencil. read more » School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
School introduces new twice weekly on-site COVID-19 testing system November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The school, in partnership with Inspire Diagnostics, is providing PCR testing for students every Tuesday and Thursday. read more » Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Being unvaccinated amid a push for vaccination November 4, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli Three members of the SHS community — a vaccinated student and unvaccinated student and teacher — shed their insight on unvaccinated students at SHS. read more » A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
A second-generation Chinese student’s Thanksgiving traditions October 28, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Although Thanksgiving lacks its conventional cultural significance in my non-American household, we’ve developed our own Thanksgiving traditions. read more » Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Why you should buy ‘Bloons Tower Defense 6’ October 22, 2021 — by Sam Bai and Jonny Luo Although the game was released over three years ago, it continues to be one of our favorite games because of its great mechanics and constant updates. read more » Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Falcons kick off league season with a win and a loss October 7, 2021 — by Andy Chen, Jonny Luo, Nikhil Mathihalli and Shaan Sridhar Football team hopes to mimic their Homecoming game success in upcoming ones. read more » Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Quiz Bowl practices remain online to mimic tournament setting October 6, 2021 — by Nikhil Mathihalli and Jonny Luo After the loss of a few key players, Quiz Bowl hopes to carry momentum from last year’s success and dominate like before. read more » School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
School library should remove unnecessary books October 2, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Space occupied by books should be made into an enclosed area, and the catalog can be slimmed down to curated books and a larger electronic selection. read more » Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Every day I’m puzzlin’ September 30, 2021 — by Jonny Luo Jigsaw puzzling is my guilty pleasure, and it’s a great way for me to destress and pass time. read more » Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Club participation increases to pre-pandemic levels September 24, 2021 — by Vicky Bai and Jonny Luo Club Rush days increase interest and participation for the 65 clubs on campus. read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 10, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli For the third consecutive year, the American Olympic team takes home the most gold medals. read more » Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Cafeteria adopts safety procedures to keep students and staff safe September 9, 2021 — by Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma and Minsui Tang Following the school’s full reopening, staff have had trouble adjusting to new guidelines and a more labor-intensive menu. read more » After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires September 8, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi With the sweetest salutations, the Saratoga Falcon would like to congratulate Kerry Mohnike on her retirement after her 30-year stay at Saratoga High School. read more » Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Can horoscopes actually predict your future? September 6, 2021 — by Jonny Luo After reading my daily horoscope for a week, the answer is no. But, similar to journaling, it’s still a great way to recap the events of my day. read more » America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
America needs to standardize the electric car charger May 3, 2021 — by Jonny Luo The American electric car charging network is a mess, and it’s time we address that issue read more » Visuals by Jonny February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
February 17, 2024: 100-word rave: delicious, delectable, delightful — a love letter to cafeteria lunch A scrumptious pizza with a side of chocolate milk and fruit cups. January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
January 16, 2024: Top 10 ways to justifiably slap your friends March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
March 15, 2023: A COVID-era landmark: At-school Inspire testing ends Take-home COVID-19 tests are provided by the school for pick-up in the health office. November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
November 13, 2022: Biden’s student loan forgiveness program fixes few real issues Biden’s loan forgiveness plan simply throws money at the issue and solves no real problems. October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
October 12, 2022: Recent inflation upends living costs, poses health risks for the elderly Resident Baratta-Lorton’s monthly expenses and national inflation statistics. September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
September 19, 2022: Fishing: boring but rewarding A photo of the fish my family caught. Five of them are mine, although I’m not sure which ones. September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
September 11, 2022: Despite flaws, free lunch benefits students across the state Similar to last year, the school is still providing food such as this pasta bake. June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
June 5, 2022: We were freshmen in our sophomore year School spirit in the sophomore class is extremely lacking. May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
May 18, 2022: Recounting my sports memories as a high school athlete I first started learning to swim in the small pool in my backyard. May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
May 17, 2022: Students share experiences living in Saratoga with out-of-the-mainstream political beliefs May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
May 10, 2022: Boba-lover dissects his favorite boba order The cup of boba on the right was my delicious go-to order from Teaspoon. February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
February 1, 2022: Academic clubs prepare to host respective competitions School clubs plan to host upcoming academic competitions. November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
November 12, 2021: School hosts Friday Family Time to answer parent questions September 10, 2021: Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics