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The Class of ‘25 lines up to take their final bow at the end of the first show.
Indian Cultural Awareness Club puts on 20th annual Bombay in the Bay show with stunning costumes and energetic music
February 22, 2025
At the very minimum, active advertising of harmful, addictive substances shouldn’t be constantly exposed to children going to school.
In a bad sign, ever more marijuana shops are popping up near schools
February 14, 2025
The high school Jazz Band performs their set on Jan. 17.
18 musicians accepted into state-wide conference
February 14, 2025
Sunder Pichai remains CEO of Google despite his countless blunders.
Workers lose their jobs when CEOs fail at their jobs
February 14, 2025
Kim performs “Romeo and Juliet” Fantasy Overture by Tchaikovsky with the NYO2 orchestra in Dallas on Aug. 6.
Practice takes senior musician to Carnegie Hall and beyond this summer
February 13, 2025
Junior Arjun Krish, Class of `23 alumnus Adam Xu and his mentor Dr. Liang Li stand in front of Krish’s lab station in the summer of 2024.
Junior researches for a cure for glaucoma
February 16, 2025
Free Luigi” merchandise has been growing rapidly on online shopping platforms.
Analysis: Luigi Mangione’s case of vigilante justice reflects American glorification of violence
February 15, 2025
Matt Walsh’s brand new documentary reveals the dark side of DEI movements.
‘Am I Racist?’ — mockumentary takes a deep dive into DEI and presents ideas worth considering
February 14, 2025
Senior Michelle Ho poses in her lab coat holding a small flask.
Senior explores genetic underpinnings of arthritis in her research
February 14, 2025
“Nature’s Chance Encounter” along with many others of senior Amy Pan’s paintings adorn the Saratoga Library Group Study Room.
Senior represents nature through texture, visuals, and ambiance through both physical and digital mediums
February 13, 2025
Members of the dance team hold a pose in their competition pom routine, performing at the girls’ basketball game on Jan. 17.
Dance team brings back traditional halftime basketball performances
February 22, 2025
Competitions like the World Cup are popular in both soccer and futsal respectively.
What makes futsal the kicker for soccer players?
February 15, 2025
The seniors pose for a picture after winning 3-1 against Cupertino.
Boys’ soccer qualifies to CCS after 3-1 victory over Cupertino on Senior Night
February 14, 2025
Students utilize the school’s weight room to keep fit during the season and off-season.
Student athletes adapt to avoid “falling off” during the offseason
February 13, 2025
Senior Saatvik Kommareddi spins past a defender at a game on Jan. 18.
Boys’ basketball team suffers first loss but clinches CCS qualification
February 11, 2025
In large classes, it’s difficult to share my opinions often.
Why class sizes should not exceed 30
February 14, 2025
With the release of more AI language models like Deepseek, we are hopeful to see a future of the industry with more diverse options for users.
Public attention on DeepSeek fuels discussion about AI development
February 14, 2025
The progressive movement reached its peak in 2020, during COVID-19.
The Progressive movement is on the outs
February 12, 2025
2024 electoral map
In a splintered U.S., consecutive two-term presidents may become rare
February 11, 2025
AI Safety is not a joke.
To prevent disastrous outcomes, inherently evil AI growth needs to halt
February 11, 2025
Junior Ishir Ayyagari flexes after an arm workout.
New year, new goals: Three juniors give advice about how to stick to your workout resolutions
February 15, 2025
It’s time to use those cold emailing skills (and your $29.99 monthly LinkedIn Premium subscription) to get LinkedUp.
Top 10: ways to get a valentine next year
February 14, 2025
I practice the guitar in my room during my free time.
This is a PSA to take up a new instrument (in my case, a guitar)
February 14, 2025
Hello.
A letter to my senior year self
February 13, 2025
Some wonderful new year's resolutions that you should try out!
Top 10: New Year’s Resolutions
February 13, 2025

The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon
All content by Allen Luo

Dear colleges, I don’t accept your rejection letter

Derek Hsu and Allen Luo
March 31, 2022
Portrayed in a sketched by a courtroom artist, senior mock trial president Nicole Lu competes at the Santa Clara County Mock Trial Competition.

Students see success in competitions, scholarships

Selina Chen, Allen Luo, Jonny Luo, and Nikhil Mathihalli
March 2, 2022

A global tapestry: Students share experiences with international sports cultures

Preston Fu and Allen Luo
February 1, 2022
Sophomore Bettafish members Kai Otsuka and Rishab Melkote work on their robot in preparation for the scrimmage. 

Robotics team holds first in-house scrimmage in two years

Alexander Kan and Allen Luo
December 1, 2021
Fix the bathroom air dryers

Fix the bathroom air dryers

Allen Luo
October 8, 2021

Top 10 ways to avoid COVID-19

Allen Luo and Preston Fu
September 9, 2021
Senior Henrik Zhang prepares to serve in a match at the Spartans Butterfly Open in Santa Clara on June 11 this past summer.

Senior qualifies for U-17 national table tennis team

Preston Fu and Allen Luo
September 5, 2021
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Students should be fully vaccinated before returning to school

Allen Luo
May 11, 2021

Top 10 excuses for turning your camera off on Zoom

Andy Chen and Allen Luo
April 14, 2021
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Boys’ water polo tries to adapt after unexpected passing of coach

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
April 2, 2021
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No escaping testing this year — juniors set to take online SBAC

Allen Luo
April 1, 2021
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Lying for vaccinations is unethical, diverts resources to unneeded areas

Allen Luo
March 30, 2021
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Black History Month curriculum opt-out should have never been offered

Benjamin Li and Allen Luo
March 24, 2021
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AP test schedule changes receive mixed reactions

Allen Luo and Aaria Thomas
March 18, 2021
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Diversity survey reveals views of ethnic and cultural representation in classes

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
January 21, 2021
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Plans for hybrid schooling elicits mixed student reactions

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
January 21, 2021
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Teachers and other school staff should be required to vaccinate for COVID-19 before returning to school

Apurva Chakravarthy and Allen Luo
January 21, 2021
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Teachers find alternative ways to administer finals

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
December 14, 2020
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Welander adjusts curriculum to virtual learning through variety of approaches

Benjamin Li and Allen Luo
December 9, 2020
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Ceramics classes adjust to online learning

Allen Luo and Anjali Nuggehalli
December 4, 2020
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Weight room loses $7,000 worth of equipment, reflecting larger security problem across campus

Andy Chen and Allen Luo
December 1, 2020
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Elementary schools should not reopen, even in hybrid mode

Allen Luo
November 5, 2020
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New advisory period elicits mixed reaction from students

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
October 22, 2020
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Team maintains COVID-19 guidelines as on-campus practice resumes

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
October 18, 2020
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SAT and PSAT test dates postponed until end of October

Benjamin Li and Allen Luo
October 15, 2020
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SHSTV shifts curriculum to fit virtual learning

Benjamin Li and Allen Luo
October 13, 2020
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ASB implements new club policies for virtual learning

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
September 10, 2020
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Sports seasons changed due to safety concerns

Ben Li and Allen Luo
August 29, 2020
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District implements new remote learning bell schedule

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
August 26, 2020
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National History Day state finalists announced

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
May 19, 2020
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Meme culture takes a concerning turn during troubling times

Ben Li and Allen Luo
May 19, 2020
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Credit-no-credit system would fail to accurately represent students’ abilities

Allen Luo
April 16, 2020
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Teachers should not set deadlines at 11:59

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
March 25, 2020

PE Testing is unnecessary and unbeneficial

Alan Zu and Allen Luo
March 11, 2020

Meme culture among Gen Z takes a darker turn

Ben Li and Allen Luo
March 6, 2020

Single entry points in schools not as effective as they sound

Allen Luo
January 28, 2020

“OK Boomer”: offensive or just a joke?

Allen Luo and Benjamin Li
January 26, 2020

California Healthy Kids Survey reveals alarming results

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
November 22, 2019

Lip Dub to be earlier this year

Jackson Green and Allen Luo
November 22, 2019

ASB combines with Relay for Life and Turkey Trot for pre-holiday event

Harshini Velchamy and Allen Luo
November 20, 2019

ID scanners more viable than current sign-out system

Allen Luo
November 20, 2019

‘Joker’ movie: stunning but shallow

Allen Luo and Benjamin Li
November 15, 2019

Starting school later will be ineffective

Allen Luo and Alan Zu
October 15, 2019

iPhone 11: Is it worth it?

Allen Luo and Benjamin Li
October 15, 2019
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SHSTV now has guest instructors from professional broadcasting

Allen Luo and Benjamin Li
October 14, 2019

AP Statistics students interview students, analyze response bias

Andy Chen and Allen Luo
October 14, 2019

Cafeteria changes cause confusion; staff works to speed up lines

Benjamin Li and Allen Luo
September 9, 2019
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Clubs look to recruit new members amid tighter restrictions

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
September 9, 2019

Falcon Fest changes fail to hit their mark

Andy Chen and Allen Luo
September 9, 2019
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