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Heath Rocha at the Nov. 12 board meeting after assuming the role of interim superintendent.
Interim superintendent seeks to bridge gap between district office, two schools
November 14, 2024
Juniors Jack Dong and Nathan Liu (left to right) interview Dr. Tony Masri about sleep.
Students receive expert advice at ‘Sleeping Can Be Your Secret Hack’ Q&A
November 11, 2024
The marching band and color guard take the field for their final performance of their 2024 field show, “The Show Must Go On.”
Marching band closes its season placing second at the WBA Regional Championships in LA
November 11, 2024
Students in the marching band and color guard perform their show “The Show Must Go On” at the Oct. 26 Cupertino Tournament of Bands.
Marching band takes fourth place at Cupertino High competition
November 4, 2024
A child presses on the button, triggering the smasher.
Robotics hosts its 3rd annual SMASH event, fueling Halloween excitement and offering new activities
November 3, 2024
The U.S., China and Taiwan, among other nations, are engaged in one of the fastest-growing tech races in history to develop and produce the best semiconductors and AI.
The U.S. is playing catchup in the semiconductor race. Is it too late to win?
November 12, 2024
Highlights of freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors dances during Homecoming week from Oct. 14-19.
Behind the scenes: Meet the choreographers who brought the Homecoming dance to life
November 2, 2024
Students gather around the table at the top of the quad steps during the voter registration drive on Sept. 25.
Revived Democracy Matters club kicks off the school year with successful election events
October 30, 2024
Out of the five chemical showers in the science hall, this chemical shower lies outside chemistry teacher Kathy Nakamatsu’s classroom.
Chemical showers act as essential safeguards in science wing
October 30, 2024
Show Peppa Pig — a childhood idol — some respect
Show Peppa Pig — a childhood idol — some respect
October 28, 2024
Mascots and volunteers cheering runners on as they cross the finish line.
Saratoga 5K Fun Run: a blend of community and competition
November 13, 2024
Receiver Sawyer Chao driving through Gunn’s defense.
Injury-plagued Falcons limp to the end of season with three losses
November 11, 2024
Senior Sydney Riera makes a pass during the team’s senior night game on Oct. 30.
Field hockey misses CCS after tough loss vs Presentation High on penalty shots
November 7, 2024
Junior Sahaana Potti has committed to Pepperdine.
Sahaana Potti verbally commits to playing Division I soccer at Pepperdine
November 1, 2024
A Fantasy Premier League squad’s performance on game week 5
Sophomores find fantasy leagues make professional sports more entertaining to watch
October 28, 2024
Journalism labor unions have firmly opposed the bill, calling it a “shakedown.”
‘Undemocratic’ deal reached between Google and California news outlets
November 7, 2024
Test dates make or break our vacation
The bliss and benefits of having tests before breaks
October 31, 2024
Here’s why you should vote against Prop 34.
Prop 34’s devious methods target non-profits
October 30, 2024
Please let me understand my mistakes.
100-word rant: Let me use the answer key to check my work
October 28, 2024
An assortment of differently colored onions — all of which taste terrible.
A 200-word perspective on the terrible taste of onions
October 28, 2024
A girl cries as she realizes her wallet is empty.
Resisting the urge to splurge: regulating money spent on lunchtime outings
November 11, 2024
The seating chart is often like a game of Russian Roulette, you either sit next to your best friend or next to your ex.
Top 10: Reasons to request a seat change
November 5, 2024
The warmth of the holiday season can come from a variety of foods other than meaty dishes.
Vegetarian alternatives to staple Thanksgiving foods
October 31, 2024
We went to Costco to review their Halloween selections and were immediately drawn to this adorable squishmallow.
Costco’s Halloween essentials: our recommendations
October 30, 2024
My initial fervor started to decline in June, as my stress levels went down, and my days began to become very standardized.
New year, new me?: My journey through journaling
October 30, 2024

The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon
All content by Aaron Choi

As colleges send acceptances, seniors face tough decisions

Aaron Choi and Ava Hooman
April 1, 2018

Girls’ soccer: Team won’t make CCS but has improved season

Aaron Choi and Alexandra Li
February 13, 2018

Club commissioner saw problems and worked to fix them

Esha Lakhotia and Aaron Choi
February 9, 2018

SHSTV Jan. 19, 2018 Broadcast

Aaron Choi and Nick Phan
January 19, 2018

Winter Formal draws 520 but also goes over budget

Stephen Ding and Aaron Choi
December 13, 2017

Drama majors face unique college application process

Ava Hooman and Aaron Choi
December 11, 2017

Girls’ soccer starts season with a 7-0 win

Aaron Choi and Alexandra Li
December 11, 2017

New school resource officer works to forge connections

Aaron Choi and Stephen Ding
November 1, 2017

Top 10 ways to procrastinate on college apps

Aaron Choi, Pranav Ahuja, and Stephen Ding
September 27, 2017

Golf team sends three to CCS

Aaron Choi and Christopher Lee
May 30, 2017

Bar Mitzvah: transitioning to adulthood in the Jewish community

Aaron Choi and Esha Lakhotia
May 24, 2017

Boys’ golf team hopes to regain chance for league tournament

Aaron Choi and Christopher Lee
March 28, 2017

Pi Day: a successful and fun new fundraiser

Aaron Choi and Ryan Kim
March 24, 2017

From the ‘50s to now: the evolution of Saratoga’s downtown

Aaron Choi and Elicia Ye
March 24, 2017

Feb. 17, 2017

Patrick Li and Aaron Choi
February 17, 2017

Junior raises money for leukemia research

Aaron Choi and Amith Galivanche
February 13, 2017

Boys’ golf team faces new challenges

Aaron Choi and Christopher Lee
February 10, 2017
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Senior overcomes stage fright at Saratoga Idol, finishing second

Aaron Choi and Cassandra King
December 13, 2016

Junior learns to love Christmas again through shaving cream and other practical gifts

Aaron Choi
December 9, 2016

Review: Sophomores’ CARS are the STARS of Homecoming day

Aaron Choi
October 9, 2016

Oct. 7, 2016

Aaron Choi and Mary Maccoun
October 7, 2016

Sophomore takes shoe collecting hobby to the extreme

Aaron Choi and Neil Rao
September 23, 2016

iPhone 7: a waste of money

Ryan Kim and Aaron Choi
September 22, 2016
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