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Saratoga Team 1, senior Alan Lu, junior Lawson Wang, sophomores Andy Lu and Seabert Mao, senior Skyler Mao and sophomore Vivian Zhong (left to right), hold their 3rd place trophy.
Math club places third at Berkeley tournament
November 17, 2024
The National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist is a prestigious position granted to students who achieve high scores on the PSAT exam.
30 in the Class of 2025 announced as National Merit Semifinalists
November 16, 2024
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
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
Recap of fall sports.
Fall Sports Recap: Toga teams fight hard to the end
November 16, 2024
The girls’ tennis team poses for a group photo.
Girls’ tennis finishes the regular season with a solid victory
November 16, 2024
Mascots and volunteers cheering runners on as they cross the finish line.
Saratoga 5K Fun Run: a blend of community and competition
November 13, 2024
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
Cigarette packaging should depict frightening images on the front and sides, clearly communicating the consequences of smoking.
Cigarette packaging needs to be more graphic in its dire warnings
November 15, 2024
Journalism labor unions have firmly opposed the bill, calling it a “shakedown.”
‘Undemocratic’ deal reached between Google and California news outlets
November 7, 2024
Test dates make or break our vacation
The bliss and benefits of having tests before breaks
October 31, 2024
Here’s why you should vote against Prop 34.
Prop 34’s devious methods target non-profits
October 30, 2024
Please let me understand my mistakes.
100-word rant: Let me use the answer key to check my work
October 28, 2024
Don’t hate until you try it.
Top 10: weirdly good food combos that might get you flamed
November 16, 2024
A girl cries as she realizes her wallet is empty.
Resisting the urge to splurge: regulating money spent on lunchtime outings
November 11, 2024
The seating chart is often like a game of Russian Roulette, you either sit next to your best friend or next to your ex.
Top 10: Reasons to request a seat change
November 5, 2024
The 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

The Saratoga Falcon

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Addison Ma

Addison Ma, Reporter

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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.

Photo or Graphic for: The U.S. is playing catchup in the semiconductor race. Is it too late to win?

Sanyukta Ravishankar
November 12, 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.

Photo or Graphic for: Top 10: Reasons to request a seat change

William Norwood
November 5, 2024
California’s legacy admission ban is now enforced in private colleges such as USC and Stanford.

California’s ban on legacy admissions at schools like Stanford levels the playing field

Addison Ma and Medha Sunkara
October 27, 2024
Seeing my fellow Americans struggle with naming basic countries pains my soul.

Photo or Graphic for: 100-word rant: What’s up with Americans and geography?

Annika Gho
October 26, 2024
My number one choice- the Cape Leadwort bush near the library.

Top 10 campus plants

Addison Ma
October 26, 2024
Proposition 4 comes to California citizens as a way to finally fight back against years of devastating climate change.

Proposition 4 is a crucial step toward battling California’s climate issues

Addison Ma
October 25, 2024
Someone walking on the sidewalk (where they should)

Photo or Graphic for: 100-word rant: People should walk on sidewalks

Ariia Blanco
October 23, 2024
The process of selecting a medium can often be challenging or confusing for artists.

Digital art vs traditional art: Which is better?

Addison Ma
October 22, 2024
The balance of power at the school sites is heavily outweighed by the district.

Photo or Graphic for: Staff editorial: As the board levels up on district office personnel, LG and SHS staff suffer negative impacts

William Norwood
October 10, 2024
No phone use on campus will prove to be a health and safety hazard.

Photo or Graphic for: Cell phones have a healthy and necessary role in schools

Kara Nikfar
September 26, 2024
Big data corporations like Disney are more involved in data stealing than you may think.

Photo or Graphic for: Behind a curtain of ‘transparency,’ many companies process user data undercover

Sanyukta Ravishankar and Angela Tan
September 25, 2024
My pandemic level of monthly letters.

Photo or Graphic for: Hand-written letters are simple beauty

William Norwood
September 18, 2024
Superstitions across the world vary based on traditions and culture all the way from black cats to Friday the 13th.

Photo or Graphic for: Can superstitions boost confidence and performance?

Preksha Jain
September 18, 2024
The Niner’s chaotic offseason has been interesting to watch mainly due to the recently-resolved contract situation of wide-receiver Brandon Aiyuk.

Photo or Graphic for: After a heartbreaking Super Bowl loss, the 49ers are ready to move on

Debesh Das Sharma and Shyar Shah
September 14, 2024
A century’s worth of pollution has led the previously beautiful Seine to fill with bacteria and turn a muddy brown.

2024 Olympic Games expose Paris’ struggles with pollution in the Seine

Addison Ma
September 11, 2024
Boycotting of large brands like Starbucks, McDonalds, and Nestle have been at the forefront of social movements.

Photo or Graphic for: Boycotting presents an effective strategy for tackling modern-day issues

Skyler Mao
September 4, 2024
These low-effort modern art pieces are seen all over fine art museums.

100-word rant: Modern art is a joke

Addison Ma
August 31, 2024
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