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Student art being showcased at last year’s Soundings exhibition in the SHS Library.
Soundings’ April 18. Exhibition will feature works from The Wildcat Review
April 17, 2025
Allied teams 95071X (right) and 1000A (left) celebrate after advancing to grand finals at the U.S. Open National Championship.
VEX Robotics team makes finalists in U.S. Open National Championship
April 10, 2025
Rally commissioners act out a skit inspired by “Beauty and the Beast.”
‘Beauty and the Beast’ rally builds hype before prom
April 10, 2025
Trustee Shawn Mortensen (far left) listens to a presentation at the district office during the school board’s March 11 meeting.
Meet Shawn Mortensen: LGSUHSD’s newest school board trustee
April 5, 2025
The Philharmonic Strings orchestra combined with the Freshman orchestra to play together in the non-competitive category of the conference.
SHS orchestras travel to Atlanta for National Orchestra Festival
April 4, 2025
I’ve imagined myself in 10 years in countless ways, and I’m still unsure where I’ll be.
A letter to me in 10 years
April 21, 2025
Junior Kiana Saadieh makes a latte for a customer at Big Basin Cafe.
Students’ reality of working in restaurants, fast food and cafes
April 20, 2025
Caption: Despite now mostly working as a writer, Mandell has acted in various productions — most recently, he starred in the self-written one-man-show “It’s a Phase” in 2022.
SHS alumnus pursues screenwriting career amid a turbulent Hollywood landscape
April 20, 2025
Jain poses during a dive in the Neutral Buoyancy Lab, her first rotation at the Johnson Space Center during fall 2022.
Alumni reflect on the benefits of college co-op programs that place them in workplace settings for extended periods
April 17, 2025
Cochrum helps a student during tutorial.
Cochrum reflects on educational journey with learning disability
April 5, 2025
Bonner instructs swimmers to start the set off the block.
Christian Bonner’s journey from non-swimmer to longtime swimming coach
April 17, 2025
Ning launches a three against Sacred Heart as his teammates prepare to celebrate.
From 13th man to 3rd team all league — Steven Ning’s basketball journey
April 3, 2025
The beam training area at Gold Star Gymnastics.
Paying it forward for the next generation of gymnasts
March 31, 2025
Bossow wrestles against Bellarmine at Overfelt High on Dec. 6.
Wrestling team shows significant improvement this season
March 27, 2025
Coach Brian Liao talks game strategy with sophomores Andy Lu and Teegan Seid-Pham.
New head badminton coach brings valued guidance for players
March 27, 2025
The issue of modern feminism: Don’t mistake progress for exploitation
April 20, 2025
Mangione’s alleged actions were wrong, but the diagnosis of America’s failing health-care system wasn’t
Mangione’s alleged actions were wrong, but the diagnosis of America’s failing health-care system wasn’t
March 31, 2025
Stay safe.
In a dark time, it’s time to know your rights
March 27, 2025
Starting next school year, more students are able to study at MIT without worrying about tuition.
Educational institutions are wise to offer free tuition to low-income families
March 26, 2025
Nationwide voter turnout since 2002, blue is presidential, yellow is midterm
Sagging voter participation puts democracy at risk
March 22, 2025
The infamous “criss cross chair” from TikTok Shop, ranging from $40-70, has taken over social media feeds.
Is TikTok Shop another marketing trap or actually have legitimate products?
April 17, 2025
Students gather to eat and talk on the upper deck.
Prom 2025: A grape evening at the Mountain Winery
April 6, 2025
Courtesy of Imgflip If you’re going to stop reading this story right here, this meme sums up my entire high school experience (I been chilling with boba but it’s close enough). Seriously, though, John Cena’s Chinese is elite.
My high school life in memes
April 5, 2025
Courtesy of Neha Sharan Students compete in a co-ed tournament held at the India Community Center in Milpitas.
A sophomore’s gambit: encouraging more girls to take up chess
April 4, 2025
Top 10 celebrity baby names over the years
April 3, 2025
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Volume 49, Issue 1
Volume 49, Issue 1
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The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon
All content by Ashley Tang

Scavenger hunt helps MAP juniors explore SF

Ashley Tang

Students reveal their inner divas at Saratoga Idol

Anshu Siripurapu and Ashley Tang

As music department expands, students prepare for All-State

Ashley Tang

Students fight against the Asian stereotype

Ashley Tang

Finals before break not worth the extra stress

Sierra Smith and Ashley Tang

Finals before break not worth the extra stress

Sierra Smith and Ashley Tang
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Senior finds calling in world of songwriting

Sophie Mattson and Ashley Tang

Grow your money

Ashley Tang

Senate simulation stimulates students

Ashley Tang

Choir traveling to Italy; band, orchestra seniors welcome

Denise Lin and Ashley Tang
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Students enjoy day in pajamas

Ashley Tang

SF music trip worthwhile despite crowds

Ashley Tang

New buddy system helps students feel more welcome

Ashley Tang

School therapist available to support students

Ashley Tang
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Band to compete in new circuit

Michelle Shu and Ashley Tang
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Marching band to join Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade in 2012

Ashley Tang

Carnegie Hall a success; students love New York life

Ashley Tang

Boys’ tennis: Team wins tournament and hopes for further success

Evaline Ju and Ashley Tang

Crab Feed raises money for new track

Ashley Tang

Childfund Alliance improves lives

Ashley Tang

Math club prepares for AMC

Ashley Tang

Dedication leads to success: How to be a leader in band, orchestra, or both

Ashley Tang
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Library enforces ridiculous rules

Ashley Tang

Freshman class problems become focus of concern

Kyumin Shim and Ashley Tang

Mainstream and underground music: what’s the difference?

Ashley Tang

Formspring restrains cyberbullies

Ashley Tang and Kyumin Shim
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Homecoming quad day: Sophomores unite, improve from last year

Ashley Tang

“Glass Menagerie” performance benefits students

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School’s gardener marches to the beat of his own drum

Ashley Tang and Kyumin Shim
Cafeteria Changes

Cafeteria adds faster lines, new items

Ashley Tang

Road to fame online

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang

Boys’ Volleyball Season Recap: After season-long struggles, boys wrap it up with a ‘W’

Ashley Tang

Behind the Scenes of Soundings

Kyumin Shim and Ashley Tang

Year comes to a close for music dept

Kyumin Shim and Ashley Tang

Native speakers can bring down language classes

Kyumin Shim and Ashley Tang

7 Students successful at science fair

Ashley Tang

Back to the past: students return to see teachers from years ago

Nandini Ruparel and Ashley Tang

Winterguard performs in winter conditions

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang
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Choir joins Lynbrook to perform Schubert’s Mass in G

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang

Famous violinist Midori works with orchestra

Kyumin Shim and Ashley Tang

Music thefts burst school’s illusion of safety

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang

SHS hosts annual SCCBDA Honor Band Concert

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang

Orchestra and symphonic band delight audiences at winter concerts

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang

A Gallon of Gas: Indulge your sweet side at Powell’s Sweet Shoppe, 4.6 miles.

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang

Band marches to success

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang

How to ask your date to winter formal

Serena Chan and Ashley Tang

Orchestra holds successful Halloween concert with Lynbrook

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang
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Junior just break dances—surprising friends with his hidden talent

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang

Band gains big win in Clovis competition

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang

Teachers walk 60 miles to support search for a cure to breast cancer

Sarah Hull and Ashley Tang
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