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Sophomores Alma Garniek and Sia Bharadhwaj performed during the group dance.
Sophomore quad day thrives with a boost in participation
October 20, 2024
Seniors wave goodbye to students and staff in the audience after successfully delivering a stunning performance.
Seniors ends week of Quad Day performances with an energetic display
October 20, 2024
Group dance carries the show with energetic dance moves and smiles on their faces.
Juniors navigate low rehearsal attendance and participation for their quad day
October 20, 2024
Assistant superintendent of business services Ruben Fernandez, superintendent Bill Sanderson, director of human resources Dagmar Derickson, assistant superintendent of student services Heath Rocha and public information officer Tanya De La Cruz listen to public comment against the amendments to Sanderson’s contract. The new contract was approved by the board in a unanimous decision.
Widespread criticism over district leadership leads to community meetings and attempts at rebuilding trust
October 18, 2024
Sporting green jerseys, Joseph Yu, Elaine Luo, Sophie Qi and Serena Hu went all out for their performance.
Freshmen pull through despite fewer than 30 participants in their first quad day performance
October 18, 2024
Judges receive rubrics to score each performance out of 160 possible points.
How are Homecoming performances ranked?
October 20, 2024
The once-great Marvel and Pixar trend toward decline, as multiple factors drag them down.
The hidden factors behind Pixar and Marvel’s downfall
October 18, 2024
With an endless stream of online content, students find themselves overwhelmed by the temptation of smartphones.
In a world of short-form videos, long-term focus becomes a challenge
October 18, 2024
Each teacher reflected on their growth since they first started teaching at the school.
25 Years later: Educators reflect back on their first year at SHS
October 18, 2024
Gru Junior successfully tames Gru’s high school mascot—the honey badger Lenny.
‘Despicable Me 4’ is getting too much hate
October 18, 2024
With a shock offseason trade, Karl Anthony-Towns joins the New York Knicks to play alongside tenured Knick Jalen Brunson.
The Knicks are on course to finally bring a championship to New York
October 22, 2024
Leagues like Overtime Elite allow high school athletes to display their talents on a giant online platform.
How young athletes have started using social media for success
October 21, 2024
The constant cycle of practice and school leaves little free time during the day.
Competitive athletes balance rigorous sports schedule with academics
October 21, 2024
Falcons lineup in front of the endzone preparing to rush forward for another touchdown.
Football boasts 49-0 Homecoming win over Lynbrook, maintains undefeated record
October 21, 2024
Alice Vaughan balances in the flag position while practicing her solo performance at Garrod Farms.
Sophomore equestrian vaults to destress, despite dangerous nature of sport
October 15, 2024
Results shown on Google Map after searching up “housing developments nearby,” which doesn’t include those that didn’t publicize themselves on the map.
A gentler approach to growth: Why ADUs offer a middle ground in housing development
October 21, 2024
Though the school lunch applesauce is good, I prefer the ones that come in a pouch, since I don't need a spoon to eat them.
100-word rave: Applesauce is my go-to snack
October 18, 2024
To fight an upward battle, students struggle against time
100-word rant: classes without breaks
October 14, 2024
The balance of power at the school sites is heavily outweighed by the district.
Staff editorial: As the board levels up on district office personnel, LG and SHS staff suffer negative impacts
October 10, 2024
The Monopoly theme is a mere shadow of what it could have been.
This year’s Homecoming theme for the senior class is a major disappointment
October 10, 2024
There are some items I can’t leave behind on a ski trip.
Trip essentials from a yearly Tahoe-goer
October 22, 2024
My favorite teddy bears and I have made plenty of good memories over the years — and their origin story is better than mine.
From trash can to happy home: a tale of two teddy bears
October 21, 2024
Kratt brothers, Chris and Martin, hold their creature power discs.
Nostalgia for ‘Wild Kratts’ hits strong as it remains to be one of my core shows of childhood
October 21, 2024
School starts at 8:30! Thankfully I still have 31 minutes to get there.
Top 10: excuses for being late
October 18, 2024
A particular scent can tug at your nostalgic feelings.
An ode to my favorite ‘scent-sibilities’
October 18, 2024

The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon

Annika Gho, Entertainment Editor

All content by Annika Gho
K-pop has shifted from a genre of music to a lifestyle and cultural phenomenon.

K-pop draws millions of fans even though many of its teenage idols suffer behind the scenes

Annika Gho
September 20, 2024
Combining my wall prints and Polaroids above my bed replaced the boring ambience of my room.

Transforming my room from visual cacophony to a pleasant balance

Annika Gho
September 15, 2024
The runners explore many routes in Saratoga, venturing to roads such as Elva Avenue.

Cross country season preview: Tippetts returns to coach boys while professional runner steps up to coach the girls

Annika Gho, Jessica Li, and Amy Miao
August 31, 2024
Living a day like Queen Elizabeth.

Trying Queen Elizabeth II’s disciplined routine for a day

Annika Gho
May 15, 2024
Ligeti was let go from the team on April 1.

Track head coach Ligeti leaves before season ends, leads to new sprints coach 

Annika Gho and Caitlin Stoiber
May 7, 2024
Showering at night promotes good hygiene.

Just get it over with — it’s best to shower at night

Annika Gho
May 3, 2024
Attendees of the trip pose in front of the famous Stravinsky Fountain in Paris.

French trip continues annual visit to France over spring break

Annika Gho
April 29, 2024
The photography showcase featured members’ work printed on print-outs and tote bags.

Photography Club holds first annual showcase

Annika Gho
April 29, 2024
Sophomore Vedant Padhi runs the 1600m during a home meet against Fremont High on March 7. 

Track coaching change signals a season of adjustments 

Sunny Cao and Annika Gho
March 19, 2024
Sophomore Mridhula Vudali poses for the camera as she spreads and flips the batter.  

Long-standing tradition of crepe parties in French classes continue to spark interest in the language

Amelia Chang and Annika Gho
March 7, 2024
I promise that I will become more productive and happier when spring rolls around.

Goodbye seasonal depression; hello sunshine

Annika Gho
March 3, 2024
Students shake hands with the Sharks after making their pitch.

Nearly a decade later, MAP seniors continue to showcase skills in Shark Tank project

Amelia Chang and Annika Gho
January 25, 2024
Friends and school life are among the things Chang, Solimani, and Ahmad missed most and found to be unfamiliar at first  in Saratoga.

Students make adjustments after moving here from across the globe

Annika Gho and Florence Hu
January 24, 2024
Saratoga team hoodies offer a wide variety of designs

Hoodie bonanza: Sports team merch emphasizes school pride

Annika Gho
January 16, 2024
Contrary to Asha and Valentino’s reactions, we were not at all impressed by ‘Wish’, which had nothing new to offer.  

Underwhelming ‘Wish’ reveals problem with traditional Disney formula

Amelia Chang and Annika Gho
January 9, 2024
I never knew I clapped so much — there’s a lot to celebrate, I guess.

If you’re happy and you know it, clap your hands (or not)

Annika Gho
December 2, 2023
 Jostens’ rings are fully customizable and made from real metals.

Class rings, letterman jacks and other merchandise find few buyers among seniors

Annika Gho and Victoria Lin
November 15, 2023
‘Mulan’ brought out my true reflection and taught me to appreciate it.

‘Mulan’ brought honor to my identity

Annika Gho
November 13, 2023
Seniors gather at Sept. 18 rally.

Photo or Graphic for: Rallies, let’s have something new

Amelia Chang
October 31, 2023
Senior Kayla Jung works on an untitled piece for her portfolio, “Textures of Home.”

AP 2D and 3D Design classes added alongside AP Drawing enrich art curriculum

Amelia Chang and Annika Gho
October 23, 2023
If only we had the key to unlock these cages.

Free sheet music should be easier to obtain for young musicians

Florence Wei and Annika Gho
September 27, 2023
Sophomore Navya Chawla practices using Adobe Photoshop with the new iMacs.   

New Mac lab for MAP classes replaces aging equipment

Annika Gho
September 27, 2023
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