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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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All content by Brandon Wang

Department chairs play an important role on campus

Ethan Lin and Brandon Wang
March 22, 2020
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The school’s first 60 years: Swimmer competes in 1971 U.S.S.R. International Invitational

Brandon Wang and Jessica Wang
March 21, 2020

The Falcon embraces astrology

Allen Chen and Brandon Wang
March 9, 2020

A teacher’s work never goes away: ‘You don’t clock out’

Allison Hartley and Brandon Wang
February 12, 2020

Two students qualify for county regional Poetry Out Loud competition

Brandon Wang and Oliver Ye
January 28, 2020

Wrestlers recommended to not cut weight

Brandon Wang and Tiffany Wang
January 28, 2020
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Eshoo recognizes senior Sidney Hough recognized for creating app that helps farmers fight weeds 

Brandon Wang
January 28, 2020

The school’s first 60 years: 2008 Sounding Publication

Brandon Wang and Jessica Wang
January 28, 2020

Peer-grading expedites corrections, learning process

Allison Hartley and Brandon Wang
January 17, 2020

Classes can include political discussion while avoiding indoctrination

Brandon Wang
November 22, 2019

The school’s first 60 years: Band and Guard march in 2012 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

Brandon Wang and Jessica Wang
November 20, 2019

A major choice: Alumna pursues design at USC’s Iovine and Young Academy

Brandon Wang and Oliver Ye
November 18, 2019

The real cost of falling donations

Apurva Chakravarthy, Angelina Chen, Brandon Wang, and Oliver Ye
October 24, 2019

Top 10 ways to become a National Merit Semifinalist

Jeffrey Ma and Brandon Wang
October 17, 2019
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Senior experiments with subtly flexing his fashion

Brandon Wang
October 17, 2019

Athletes adopt new training technology

Brandon Wang
October 15, 2019

Foreign language clubs plan mural

Brandon Wang
October 15, 2019

7 Leaves worth the drive

Allen Chen and Brandon Wang
October 4, 2019
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The school’s first 60 years: Seven students arrested in 1985 in school-wide drug bust

Brandon Wang and Oliver Ye
September 20, 2019

Voting not enough to improve democracy alone

Brandon Wang
September 11, 2019

Identification cards contain reforms that aim to address student mental health

Brandon Wang and Nitya Marimuthu
September 10, 2019

Relaunched Creative Writing class to function as writers’ workshop

Kaitlyn Tsai and Brandon Wang
September 9, 2019

Top 10 social-emotionally appropriate activities for tutorial

Jeffrey Ma and Brandon Wang
September 9, 2019

Flip flops flop: School introduces new hall passes

Brandon Wang
August 31, 2019
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