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Heath Rocha at the Nov. 12 board meeting after assuming the role of interim superintendent.
Interim superintendent seeks to bridge gap between district office, two schools
November 14, 2024
Juniors Jack Dong and Nathan Liu (left to right) interview Dr. Tony Masri about sleep.
Students receive expert advice at ‘Sleeping Can Be Your Secret Hack’ Q&A
November 11, 2024
The marching band and color guard take the field for their final performance of their 2024 field show, “The Show Must Go On.”
Marching band closes its season placing second at the WBA Regional Championships in LA
November 11, 2024
Students in the marching band and color guard perform their show “The Show Must Go On” at the Oct. 26 Cupertino Tournament of Bands.
Marching band takes fourth place at Cupertino High competition
November 4, 2024
A child presses on the button, triggering the smasher.
Robotics hosts its 3rd annual SMASH event, fueling Halloween excitement and offering new activities
November 3, 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
Out of the five chemical showers in the science hall, this chemical shower lies outside chemistry teacher Kathy Nakamatsu’s classroom.
Chemical showers act as essential safeguards in science wing
October 30, 2024
Show Peppa Pig — a childhood idol — some respect
Show Peppa Pig — a childhood idol — some respect
October 28, 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
Receiver Sawyer Chao driving through Gunn’s defense.
Injury-plagued Falcons limp to the end of season with three losses
November 11, 2024
Senior Sydney Riera makes a pass during the team’s senior night game on Oct. 30.
Field hockey misses CCS after tough loss vs Presentation High on penalty shots
November 7, 2024
Junior Sahaana Potti has committed to Pepperdine.
Sahaana Potti verbally commits to playing Division I soccer at Pepperdine
November 1, 2024
A Fantasy Premier League squad’s performance on game week 5
Sophomores find fantasy leagues make professional sports more entertaining to watch
October 28, 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
An assortment of differently colored onions — all of which taste terrible.
A 200-word perspective on the terrible taste of onions
October 28, 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 warmth of the holiday season can come from a variety of foods other than meaty dishes.
Vegetarian alternatives to staple Thanksgiving foods
October 31, 2024
We went to Costco to review their Halloween selections and were immediately drawn to this adorable squishmallow.
Costco’s Halloween essentials: our recommendations
October 30, 2024
My initial fervor started to decline in June, as my stress levels went down, and my days began to become very standardized.
New year, new me?: My journey through journaling
October 30, 2024

The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon
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ACHOO-sing the tree goes wrong

Caitlyn Chen
November 30, 2017

Senior’s team takes first place at international NASA competition

Caitlyn Chen
October 4, 2017

Junior drum major excels as a young leader

Caitlyn Chen and Eleanor Goh
September 13, 2017

Child during WWII and Chinese Civil War depicts the trauma of life in war

Caitlyn Chen
May 22, 2017

Seniors devise plan to build automated solar panel cleaner for engineering project

Caitlyn Chen and Claire Rhee
March 15, 2017

Dance Fitness no longer accepted as PE credit for juniors

Caitlyn Chen
March 8, 2017

Proposed new student center beneficial to Leadership class and students

Caitlyn Chen
March 8, 2017

English 11 teachers assign projects to encourage support of theater

Caitlyn Chen
January 25, 2017
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Biggest Benefit Show ever to hit the SHS runway in March

Caitlyn Chen
January 25, 2017
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Best friends on Falcon staff recreate their old childhood photo

Caitlyn Chen and Amy Tang
January 24, 2017

Dance: From dance studio to school team – Reporter changes for the better

Caitlyn Chen
January 22, 2017

In Palo Alto district, discussion heats up over GPA boost for Honors and AP classes

Caitlyn Chen and Michelle Lee
November 28, 2016
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WiSTEM members tour Google campus, learn importance of experience in tech industry

Caitlyn Chen and Sherrie Shen
November 20, 2016

Alumni camp on the streets of New York to see ‘Hamilton’ star in SNL

Caitlyn Chen
November 18, 2016

Score conversion of new SAT, old SAT is not fair

Caitlyn Chen
November 14, 2016

English 11 students learn importance of filtering offensive language

Caitlyn Chen
November 14, 2016

Reporters attempt to recreate Thanksgiving Pinterest treats

Caitlyn Chen and Elizabeth Lee
November 14, 2016

History teacher Jim Chin, now at Burlingame High, keeps in touch with his former students

Caitlyn Chen
October 11, 2016
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Now on Netflix, ‘Audrie & Daisy’ documentary sheds light on sexual assault issues

Caitlyn Chen and Elizabeth Lee
September 27, 2016

Students and teachers adjust to new rolling block schedule

Caitlyn Chen and Amy Tang
September 7, 2016

Senior experiences graphic designer life at RISD summer program

Caitlyn Chen
September 3, 2016
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Top 5 things to do with an extra 20 minutes in the morning

Caitlyn Chen
August 30, 2016

A dream come true: sophomore dances on national television

Caitlyn Chen
May 11, 2016
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A dream come true: sophomore dances on national television

Caitlyn Chen
May 10, 2016
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Saratoga chapter reflects on success at FBLA states

Caitlyn Chen
April 27, 2016

Financial literacy curriculum would educate students of essential life skills

Caitlyn Chen
April 26, 2016

Popular strawberry stand on Saratoga Ave. resumes business this season

Caitlyn Chen
April 21, 2016
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Bay Area Research Exposition inspires young women in STEM

Caitlyn Chen
April 21, 2016

Students excel in American Mathematics Competition series

Caitlyn Chen and Elizabeth Lee
March 10, 2016

Club Rush fundraises for clubs and sports teams

Caitlyn Chen, David Fan, Elizabeth Lee, and Neil Rao
March 10, 2016

Junior team captain contributes skill and dedication

Caitlyn Chen and Vibha Seshadri
March 10, 2016

‘Audrie and Daisy’ — a documentary for change — will be on Netflix

Caitlyn Chen and Elizabeth Lee
March 10, 2016

Physics regular offered to sophomores next year

Caitlyn Chen and Roland Shen
March 8, 2016

Juniors take the first redesigned SAT

Caitlyn Chen and Elizabeth Lee
March 8, 2016

Freshman participates in competitive racing with Sugar Bowl Ski Team

Caitlyn Chen and Charin Park
March 6, 2016

Volunteers at Stop Hunger Now event package 28,080 meals

Caitlyn Chen
March 3, 2016

Senior creates app, makes off campus lunches more efficient

Caitlyn Chen and Elizabeth Lee
February 26, 2016

Growing up as a Muslim American

Caitlyn Chen and Elizabeth Lee
February 4, 2016

Speak Up for Change aims to unite student body

Caitlyn Chen and Jay Kim
January 22, 2016

Sophomore battles eating disorder, learns to trust peers and family

Caitlyn Chen and Elizabeth Lee
January 22, 2016

Administration may implement GPA scale change for Class of 2020

Caitlyn Chen and Elizabeth Lee
January 21, 2016

ComedySportz: an ab workout for the audience, a mind workout for its members

Caitlyn Chen and Spring Ma
January 17, 2016

Winter Formal should be after finals

Elizabeth Lee and Caitlyn Chen
January 16, 2016

Blogilates challenge: exhausting but rewarding

Caitlyn Chen
January 11, 2016

Blogilates challenge: exhausting but rewarding

Caitlyn Chen
January 11, 2016

MAP guest speakers present their ‘Pathways to Success’

Caitlyn Chen
November 11, 2015

The evolution of rallies

Caitlyn Chen and Isabelle Yang
November 10, 2015

Sophomore welcomed back to SHS after semester at Mitty

Caitlyn Chen
November 9, 2015

Equestrian competes in regional and state riding shows

Caitlyn Chen
November 8, 2015

Saratoga Idol to showcase talented singers

Caitlyn Chen
November 8, 2015

New PSAT schedule not beneficial for students and teachers

Caitlyn Chen
November 6, 2015

Students should strive to make better connections with office staff members

Caitlyn Chen
October 9, 2015

Senior’s love for singing brings future performance opportunities

Caitlyn Chen
October 6, 2015

Alumnus’s self-segregation article generates conversation in community

Caitlyn Chen and Oksana Trifonova
October 6, 2015

Sophomore raises funds for Syrian refugee children

Caitlyn Chen and Vibha Seshadri
October 4, 2015

ESL student persists to overcome language barrier

Caitlyn Chen
October 2, 2015

Alumni Interviews (2014-2015)

Caitlyn Chen
August 30, 2015

Outside Lands: a concert, a festival, a community

Caitlyn Chen
August 30, 2015

When it comes to apps, the seventh time’s the charm

Caitlyn Chen
August 30, 2015

Sophomore teaches English to underprivileged students in Taiwan

Caitlyn Chen
August 29, 2015

Guidance and administration rearrange duties in hopes of benefiting students

Caitlyn Chen
August 29, 2015

Sophomore performs as backup dancer in Bollywood film

Caitlyn Chen
August 29, 2015
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