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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

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All content by Alex Yang

Not all YouTubers deserve their popularity

Austin Wang and Alex Yang
May 14, 2018

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April 25, 2018

Mind the gap: Seniors should take a year off

Alex Yang
April 1, 2018

Urinal dividers: We want more

Austin Wang and Alex Yang
February 9, 2018

New Year’s resolutions: yeah, right

Alex Yang
February 8, 2018

Government’s slow reaction to mass shootings worrying

Alex Yang
December 7, 2017
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Review: iPhone X is top notch

Alex Yang
December 2, 2017
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Keep out of In-N-Out: It’s a disappointment

Alex Yang
November 1, 2017

The double standard of reverse racism is a worrying trend

Alex Yang
October 30, 2017

Asian snacks are wack

Austin Wang and Alex Yang
October 27, 2017

Rock out with my crocs out

Austin Wang and Alex Yang
October 23, 2017

More separates Taiwan and China than a body of water

Isabelle Yang and Alex Yang
October 17, 2017

Emoji Movie: It’s ‘meh’

Austin Wang and Alex Yang
September 18, 2017

Common App looking for too uncommon of a student

Alex Yang
September 11, 2017

Badminton: Individuals excel at CCS even after team’s so-so season

Austin Wang and Alex Yang
May 30, 2017

Staff editorial: College Board’s AP test ruling teaches lessons

Alex Yang
May 30, 2017

Ballers find the Earth deflated

Austin Wang and Alex Yang
May 24, 2017

Besides delving into subjects, AP classes should also prepare students for the test

Alex Yang
May 18, 2017

Amatuer photographers on a quest for Snapchattable food

Austin Wang and Alex Yang
May 16, 2017
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Badminton: First win against Palo Alto raises hopes

Alex Yang and Jason Zhao
March 24, 2017

Leadership collaboration with Redwood will not help

Neil Rao and Alex Yang
March 24, 2017

Spamchat: the takeover of Snapchat fakes

Austin Wang and Alex Yang
March 23, 2017

College tours, preparation season has already come for some

Lina Kim and Alex Yang
March 23, 2017

As the NFL’s ratings drop, so do the chances of cable remaining viable

Frederick Kim and Alex Yang
March 19, 2017

Badminton: Team needs to fill gaps left by alumni

Alex Yang and Jason Zhao
February 28, 2017

Trump’s dangerous morals may rub off on us

Alex Yang
February 9, 2017

SHS TV staff size increases as students aim to diversify the weekly broadcast

Karen Chow and Alex Yang
February 8, 2017

They don’t spit fire, they spit water

Austin Wang and Alex Yang
February 6, 2017

Living in an animated shadow: the obscurity of celebrity voice actors

Austin Wang and Alex Yang
February 5, 2017

Top 10 things to do during winter break …

Neil Rao and Alex Yang
December 8, 2016

‘Frozen’ soundtrack finally finds competition

Austin Wang and Alex Yang
December 8, 2016

Parents, these aren’t cars for kids

Neil Rao and Alex Yang
December 7, 2016

Student productions ramp up rehearsal process

Saya Sivaram and Alex Yang
December 5, 2016

Voter turnout is down again; it’s time to consider compulsory voting

Alex Yang
December 5, 2016

Getting to know International Students

Navin Tiwary and Alex Yang
December 1, 2016

Saratoga drama students support Los Gatos fall play

Saya Sivaram and Alex Yang
October 27, 2016

The older they are, the harder they fall

Daniel Bessonov and Alex Yang
October 27, 2016

Toad hits the road: Pepe declared hate symbol

Victor Liu and Alex Yang
October 24, 2016

Champions of something: India vs the West Indies

Alex Yang
September 17, 2016

Proxima b: not really so proximate

Ryan Kim and Alex Yang
September 15, 2016

Music services vie for more ears

Alex Yang and Katherine Zhou
September 13, 2016

Dead gorilla immortalized as meme

Austin Wang and Alex Yang
September 8, 2016

Baseball team makes a run for the top of the league

Alex Yang and Ryan Kim
March 29, 2016

‘Fieldhouse’ to be constructed to add to gym space

Eric Sze and Alex Yang
March 28, 2016

Badminton team proves itself through several upset wins

Arjun Ramanathan and Alex Yang
March 28, 2016

Trip will send juniors and seniors to Utah’s Wild West

Alex Yang
March 22, 2016

New courses proposed for next school year

Pranav Ahuja and Alex Yang
February 5, 2016

Badminton continues to develop star talent

Arjun Ramanathan and Alex Yang
February 5, 2016

Codes, computers and courses: UC system correct in not counting Computer Science as math credit

Nidhi Jain and Alex Yang
January 31, 2016

Boys’ water polo aims to beat rival for spot in CCS

Helen Chen and Alex Yang
October 29, 2015

Biking takes senior to new heights

Navin Tiwary and Alex Yang
October 22, 2015

Students propose ideas for use of ASB funds

Aditya Chaudhry and Alex Yang
October 18, 2015

Water polo: Boys bounce back after last year’s disappointing season

Pranav Ahuja and Alex Yang
September 21, 2015

Classes prepare as Homecoming approaches

Pranav Ahuja and Alex Yang
September 20, 2015
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