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Senior Aria Zhang and sophomore Sophie Poon (bottom right) perform in their SSAA ensemble among other talented students from other schools
Nine students qualify for the Coastal Regional Honor Choir
November 21, 2024
One of the school’s top-of-the-line AEDs
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
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
With a love for the warm weather in San Diego, Coghlan commits to UCSD and plans to major in molecular and cell biology.
Coghlan commits to Division I rowing at UC San Diego
November 21, 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
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

The Saratoga Falcon
All content by Andrew Jiang

Too short for shorts?

Andrew Jiang
May 30, 2016

Reporters recount growing up watching retiring basketball legend

Andrew Jiang and Allison Lin
January 21, 2016

Just another sorry case of Senioritis

Andrew Jiang
January 15, 2016

Senior works part time at Pizza Studio

Andrew Jiang
November 5, 2015

Boys’ water polo continues to dominate in league play

Andrew Jiang and Neil Rao
October 10, 2015

Boys’ water polo aims to win leagues

Andrew Jiang and Neil Rao
September 5, 2015

Miscommunication between ASB and commissions leads to hate messages on YikYak

Andrew Jiang and Ariel Liu
March 30, 2015

Ceramics and SHS TV programs working to boost numbers, interest

Andrew Jiang and Spring Ma
February 10, 2015

College Bound: Lu prepares for transition to Yale

Andrew Jiang and Ariel Liu
February 5, 2015

Reporters encourage crack: trivia crack, that is

Jade Bisht, Andrew Jiang, and Sherrilyn Ling
January 20, 2015

Senior opera singer wins Saratoga Idol

Simi Srivastava and Andrew Jiang
December 5, 2014

Football players make transition to basketball

Andrew Jiang and Jihau Yu
December 4, 2014

College Bound: Lu eases through app season

Andrew Jiang and Ariel Liu
December 2, 2014

Boys’ water polo ends season with fifth place finish in League Tournament

David Fan and Andrew Jiang
November 12, 2014

Fugitive: a game of instinct, agility and thrill

Helen Chen and Andrew Jiang
November 12, 2014

College Bound: Senior plans future in fashion

Ashley Chen, Andrew Jiang, and Ariel Liu
November 7, 2014

Seniors prefer private schools over public schools, a growing trend

Helen Chen and Andrew Jiang
October 30, 2014

College Bound: the myth, the legend, the Linosaur

Ashley Chen and Andrew Jiang
September 19, 2014

Boys’ water polo places third in first tournament of the season

Andrew Jiang
September 16, 2014

Students caught attempting office break-in

Andrew Jiang and Carolyn Sun
September 16, 2014

Boys’ swimming: Five individuals and four relays reach finals in CCS

Andrew Jiang and Arjun Ramanathan
May 22, 2014

Sophomore matures through parents’ divorce

Andrew Jiang and Ariel Liu
May 22, 2014

Underclassmen should be able to go off campus

Miles Albert and Andrew Jiang
May 1, 2014

Students visiting college at younger age

Miles Albert and Andrew Jiang
April 30, 2014
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Rules restricting tackling in football becoming ridiculous

Andrew Jiang
April 2, 2014

School spends $8,000 on new murals

Andrew Jiang and Jihau Yu
April 2, 2014

First annual High School Hacks sees record attendance of over 800

Andrew Jiang and Anant Rajeev
April 2, 2014

Boys’ swimming hangs tough despite rocky start

Andrew Jiang
April 1, 2014
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Why splitting California is a bad idea

Andrew Jiang and Anant Rajeev
March 31, 2014

Does Saratoga have less spirit than other schools?

Andrew Jiang and Ariel Liu
March 31, 2014

Leadership students travel to conference at Disneyland

Andrew Jiang
February 12, 2014

Boys’ basketball team faces difficult losses

Andrew Jiang
February 10, 2014
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SOPHOMORE IN NEED OF HELP: Flying addictions, dire predictions

Andrew Jiang
February 10, 2014

Dance team competes in first competition

Andrew Jiang
February 7, 2014

Senior high jumper signs with Division I school

Andrew Jiang and Miles Albert
February 7, 2014

Snapchat: Is it really private?

Andrew Jiang and Miles Albert
February 7, 2014

Boys’ swimming eager to start the season

Andrew Jiang
January 31, 2014

Reporter imitates the NBA skills challenge

Andrew Jiang
January 31, 2014

Life in Cole world: Junior basketball player hopes to lead team to success

Andrew Jiang
December 11, 2013

Like it or not, schools need to monitor students’ online lives

Anant Rajeev and Andrew Jiang
December 11, 2013

Can you hit on upperclassmen?

Andrew Jiang
December 11, 2013

Link Crew is not beneficial for entire year

Andrew Jiang and Miles Abert
October 29, 2013

Curves benefit classes

Andrew Jiang and Devin Zhao
October 29, 2013
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Boys’ water polo team tries to finish season strong

Andrew Jiang
October 29, 2013

Pool boiler broken, water polo teams finds other options

Andrew Jiang
October 29, 2013

ASB student store revamped

Andrew Jiang and Anant Rajeev
September 25, 2013

Sophomore rises up to varsity water polo

Andrew Jiang
September 23, 2013

Section 3, Question 2: Does standardized testing prepare you for college?

Deepti Kannan and Andrew Jiang
September 23, 2013
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