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School ramps up AED count on campus
November 20, 2024
Students listen to Natasha Schatzman’s presentation in the student center on Nov. 15.
NASA aerospace engineer shares research in aeromechanics and aeroacoustics
November 20, 2024
Acting superintendent Heath Rocha speaks during the Nov. 12 board meeting.
New concerns arise over former superintendent Sanderson’s 2022 hiring
November 20, 2024
The flyer for this year’s Winter Formal hangs up around school and is posted on social media.
Tickets for Winter Formal sell out before purchase window closes
November 20, 2024
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
Actress Naomi Scott playing Skye Riley brings to life a terrifying transformation through subtle changes.
‘Smile 2’ mixes traditional jump scare and psychological horror
November 20, 2024
BASIC officers at a boba fundraiser on Oct. 2.
BASIC club emphasizes youth action on humanitarian aid
November 18, 2024
The U.S., China and Taiwan, among other nations, are engaged in one of the fastest-growing tech races in history to develop and produce the best semiconductors and AI.
The U.S. is playing catchup in the semiconductor race. Is it too late to win?
November 12, 2024
Highlights of freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors dances during Homecoming week from Oct. 14-19.
Behind the scenes: Meet the choreographers who brought the Homecoming dance to life
November 2, 2024
Students gather around the table at the top of the quad steps during the voter registration drive on Sept. 25.
Revived Democracy Matters club kicks off the school year with successful election events
October 30, 2024
Senior Saira Ramakrishnan pitches for the Saratoga Falcons.
Senior softball player commits to University of Rochester
November 20, 2024
The team gathered around a fire during their retreat to enjoy s’mores and build team chemistry.
Girls’ basketball team aims to build winning culture in pre-season after eye-opening retreat
November 20, 2024
Recap of fall sports.
Fall Sports Recap: Toga teams fight hard to the end
November 16, 2024
The girls’ tennis team poses for a group photo.
Girls’ tennis finishes the regular season with a solid victory
November 16, 2024
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
Cigarette packaging should depict frightening images on the front and sides, clearly communicating the consequences of smoking.
Cigarette packaging needs to be more graphic in its dire warnings
November 15, 2024
Journalism labor unions have firmly opposed the bill, calling it a “shakedown.”
‘Undemocratic’ deal reached between Google and California news outlets
November 7, 2024
Test dates make or break our vacation
The bliss and benefits of having tests before breaks
October 31, 2024
Here’s why you should vote against Prop 34.
Prop 34’s devious methods target non-profits
October 30, 2024
Please let me understand my mistakes.
100-word rant: Let me use the answer key to check my work
October 28, 2024
Personally, I really need some noodle slippers.
My 8-year-old self would be sad to see ‘5-Minute Crafts’ go — but I’m not
November 20, 2024
A hearty stew such as a beef bourguignon is perfect for a cold winter day.
Winter break bucket list: cooking galore
November 18, 2024
Don’t hate until you try it.
Top 10: weirdly good food combos that might get you flamed
November 16, 2024
A girl cries as she realizes her wallet is empty.
Resisting the urge to splurge: regulating money spent on lunchtime outings
November 11, 2024
The seating chart is often like a game of Russian Roulette, you either sit next to your best friend or next to your ex.
Top 10: Reasons to request a seat change
November 5, 2024

The Saratoga Falcon

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The Peppa Pig Fan Club returns

Allen Chen
May 1, 2020
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Senior shares family’s secret instant noodle recipe

Allen Chen
April 3, 2020
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Leave Safeway alone please; they’ve been through enough

Allen Chen
March 31, 2020

The Falcon embraces astrology

Allen Chen and Brandon Wang
March 9, 2020

Quiz Bowl team wins tournament

Allen Chen
January 29, 2020

Wannabe psychic casts net for customers but comes up empty

Allen Chen
January 26, 2020
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Skechers are the true patrician footwear

Allen Chen
January 22, 2020

Fall 2019 Sports Wrap-up

Allen Chen, Annissa Mu, and Krithi Sankar
December 13, 2019

Why Turkeys should be an endangered species

Allen Chen
November 15, 2019

Reporter joins the Yang Gang

Allen Chen
October 17, 2019

Quad days are great, but they could be better if audience members were more comfortable

Allen Chen and Alan Zu
October 14, 2019

7 Leaves worth the drive

Allen Chen and Brandon Wang
October 4, 2019

Club Day 2019

Krithi Sankar, Annissa Mu, and Allen Chen
September 27, 2019

RIP: The end of flip-flops evokes bittersweet remembrance

Allen Chen
September 9, 2019

Falcon Feature

Krithi Sankar, Annissa Mu, and Allen Chen
May 31, 2019

Meme-lord’s failure to find geese results in earth-shattering revelation

Allen Chen
May 22, 2019

Speak Up For Change 2019 – Enzo Coglitore

Allen Chen, Annissa Mu, and Krithi Sankar
April 16, 2019

Speak Up For Change 2019 – Teacher Panel

Allen Chen, Annissa Mu, and Krithi Sankar
April 16, 2019

The Peppa Pig Fan club fails

Allen Chen
April 2, 2019

Effect of California Wildfire on Saratoga’s Air Quality

Allen Chen, Annissa Mu, and Krithi Sankar
December 19, 2018

Saratoga Idol Highlight Reel

Allen Chen, Annissa Mu, and Krithi Sankar
December 19, 2018

Pool-area renovations create hangout spot

Allen Chen
December 12, 2018

Breaking Down the Walls video

Allen Chen, Annissa Mu, and Krithi Sankar
November 20, 2018

Construction of Student Wellness Center

Annissa Mu, Krithi Sankar, and Allen Chen
November 7, 2018

2018-19 Staff Homecoming

Annissa Mu, Krithi Sankar, and Allen Chen
November 7, 2018

2018-19 Freshman Homecoming

Annissa Mu, Krithi Sankar, and Allen Chen
November 7, 2018

2018-19 Sophomore Homecoming

Annissa Mu, Krithi Sankar, and Allen Chen
November 7, 2018

2018-19 Junior Homecoming

Annissa Mu, Krithi Sankar, and Allen Chen
November 7, 2018

2018-19 Senior Homecoming

Annissa Mu, Krithi Sankar, and Allen Chen
November 7, 2018

Pumpkin Spice is a cheap business ploy

Allen Chen
October 29, 2018

Student-wellness center construction disrupts classes, but promises a new heart of campus

Allen Chen
September 25, 2018

Braces, once nerdy, have transcended their negative image

Oliver Ye and Allen Chen
September 23, 2018

Unpopular Opinions: Comic Sans is the font of gods

Allen Chen
September 19, 2018

Past contestants reflect on Siemens experience as competition ends

Allen Chen and Jeffrey Xu
May 30, 2018

The E11 summer homework weeds out unprepared students

Allen Chen
May 25, 2018

Closing parts of campus in response to JUULing is the wrong move

Allen Chen
May 25, 2018

M-SET Fish robotics makes it to World Competition

Allen Chen
April 4, 2018

FRC begins build season

Allen Chen
February 13, 2018

NUMU offers contemporary art

Allen Chen
February 8, 2018

FTC Robotics completely redesigns robot

Allen Chen and Patrick Li
December 11, 2017

Thompson describes how administration deals with continuing cyberbullying incidents

Allen Chen and Chelsea Leung
December 7, 2017

Confederate statues need to fall

Allen Chen
November 1, 2017

Robotics team boots up

Allen Chen
November 1, 2017

Park to be built in front of pool

Allen Chen and Emilie Zhou
October 23, 2017

White guilt preserves racism

Allen Chen
September 14, 2017
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