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At the very minimum, active advertising of harmful, addictive substances shouldn’t be constantly exposed to children going to school.
In a bad sign, ever more marijuana shops are popping up near schools
February 14, 2025
The high school Jazz Band performs their set on Jan. 17.
18 musicians accepted into state-wide conference
February 14, 2025
Sunder Pichai remains CEO of Google despite his countless blunders.
Workers lose their jobs when CEOs fail at their jobs
February 14, 2025
Kim performs “Romeo and Juliet” Fantasy Overture by Tchaikovsky with the NYO2 orchestra in Dallas on Aug. 6.
Practice takes senior musician to Carnegie Hall and beyond this summer
February 13, 2025
From campus beautification activities, like picking up trash, to quiet homework time.
This year, work-focused Treasure Toga punishment replaced by traditional detention for efficiency
February 11, 2025
Junior Arjun Krish, Class of `23 alumnus Adam Xu and his mentor Dr. Liang Li stand in front of Krish’s lab station in the summer of 2024.
Junior researches for a cure for glaucoma
February 16, 2025
Free Luigi” merchandise has been growing rapidly on online shopping platforms.
Analysis: Luigi Mangione’s case of vigilante justice reflects American glorification of violence
February 15, 2025
Matt Walsh’s brand new documentary reveals the dark side of DEI movements.
‘Am I Racist?’ — mockumentary takes a deep dive into DEI and presents ideas worth considering
February 14, 2025
Senior Michelle Ho poses in her lab coat holding a small flask.
Senior explores genetic underpinnings of arthritis in her research
February 14, 2025
“Nature’s Chance Encounter” along with many others of senior Amy Pan’s paintings adorn the Saratoga Library Group Study Room.
Senior represents nature through texture, visuals, and ambiance through both physical and digital mediums
February 13, 2025
Competitions like the World Cup are popular in both soccer and futsal respectively.
What makes futsal the kicker for soccer players?
February 15, 2025
The seniors pose for a picture after winning 3-1 against Cupertino.
Boys’ soccer qualifies to CCS after 3-1 victory over Cupertino on Senior Night
February 14, 2025
Students utilize the school’s weight room to keep fit during the season and off-season.
Student athletes adapt to avoid “falling off” during the offseason
February 13, 2025
Senior Saatvik Kommareddi spins past a defender at a game on Jan. 18.
Boys’ basketball team suffers first loss but clinches CCS qualification
February 11, 2025
Senior David Kim practices archery at the Stevens Creek County Park Archery Range.
Olympic coverage, social media stars and increasing college scholarship opportunities make archery more popular than ever
February 11, 2025
In large classes, it’s difficult to share my opinions often.
Why class sizes should not exceed 30
February 14, 2025
With the release of more AI language models like Deepseek, we are hopeful to see a future of the industry with more diverse options for users.
Public attention on DeepSeek fuels discussion about AI development
February 14, 2025
The progressive movement reached its peak in 2020, during COVID-19.
The Progressive movement is on the outs
February 12, 2025
2024 electoral map
In a splintered U.S., consecutive two-term presidents may become rare
February 11, 2025
AI Safety is not a joke.
To prevent disastrous outcomes, inherently evil AI growth needs to halt
February 11, 2025
Junior Ishir Ayyagari flexes after an arm workout.
New year, new goals: Three juniors give advice about how to stick to your workout resolutions
February 15, 2025
It’s time to use those cold emailing skills (and your $29.99 monthly LinkedIn Premium subscription) to get LinkedUp.
Top 10: ways to get a valentine next year
February 14, 2025
I practice the guitar in my room during my free time.
This is a PSA to take up a new instrument (in my case, a guitar)
February 14, 2025
Hello.
A letter to my senior year self
February 13, 2025
Some wonderful new year's resolutions that you should try out!
Top 10: New Year’s Resolutions
February 13, 2025

The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon
Clara Choi

Clara Choi, Reporter

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At the very minimum, active advertising of harmful, addictive substances shouldn’t be constantly exposed to children going to school.

Photo or Graphic for: In a bad sign, ever more marijuana shops are popping up near schools

Anthony Luo
February 14, 2025
What I thought would happen as a second-semester senior.

Photo or Graphic for: I’m a second-semester senior — where’s my well-deserved senioritis?

Caitlin Stoiber
February 13, 2025
On Jan. 7, Redwood’s JV flag football team celebrates their win against Monroe Middle.

Two juniors coach the Redwood’s flag football team

Clara Choi
February 7, 2025
Ramirez and Miller-Ramirez on the day of their high school graduation.

Class of ‘17 alumni couple praise their experience in special education

Clara Choi
February 7, 2025
Starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, “Wicked” film is a massive success.

Photo or Graphic for: ‘Wicked’ is deserving of all its praise

Evangelina Stepanchenko
January 31, 2025
The 2023-24 leadership class poses for a group photo during their trip to Disneyland.

Leadership class to learn leadership the Disney way

Clara Choi
January 29, 2025
Playing Grace Fryer and Tom Kreider respectively, senior Kat Aldrete and junior Larry O’Brien star in the SHS ‘Radium Girls’ fall play.

Senior Kat Aldrete shines as lead role in ‘Radium Girls’

Clara Choi and Ethan Lee
December 14, 2024
The result of the poll conducted by our Falcon Instagram account.

Photo or Graphic for: What songs top the charts for all-time favorite holiday music?

Ethan Lee
December 13, 2024
I feel jealous of Santa Claus because he gets to enjoy holiday treats from around the world on Christmas Eve.

Photo or Graphic for: I’m a lost Clause for holiday treats

Evangelina Stepanchenko
December 10, 2024
California’s recently signed legislation AB 3216 is a follow up to AB 272 from 2019.

Photo or Graphic for: What the new state-wide cell phone mandate means for the district

Madhura Natarajan
December 8, 2024
On Nov. 18 at the m101, the percussion students rehearse from 5:30-7:30 p.m. under the instruction of percussion director Sean Clark in preparation for their preview concert and the Midwest Clinic.

Percussion group prepares to attend the Midwest Clinic for the first time in school history

Clara Choi
December 2, 2024
Don’t hate until you try it.

Top 10: weirdly good food combos that might get you flamed

Clara Choi
November 16, 2024
A girl cries as she realizes her wallet is empty.

Photo or Graphic for: Resisting the urge to splurge: regulating money spent on lunchtime outings

November 11, 2024
We all know that feeling of dread and anger when writing up a lengthy essay.

Photo or Graphic for: 100-word rant: Projects are superior to in-class essays

Seabert Mao
October 27, 2024
On the left, the students in Neha Tadikamalla’s Dental Assisting course study. On the right, Lisa Chow and her classmates are in the Animation class.

SVCTE offers opportunities for career education

Clara Choi and Ethan Lee
October 27, 2024
I’m more than ready to bash up the vegetables with my spoon and fork.

Photo or Graphic for: 100-word rant: Vegetables are disgusting

Ethan Lee
October 27, 2024
In the novel, Roz decides to leave the island in order to protect the animals from the robots trying to find her.

Photo or Graphic for: ‘The Wild Robot’ movie adaptation lives up to the novel

Evangelina Stepanchenko
October 27, 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

Clara Choi
October 21, 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

Ashni Pillai and Clara Choi
October 20, 2024
To conserve paper and reduce the risk of cheating, College Board has made the decision to transition toward an almost fully digital testing model for their Advanced Placement (AP) courses.

Changes to AP testing procedures set to take effect in 2025

Clara Choi and Anthony Luo
October 5, 2024
On Aug. 24, Zhang competes in the 50-meter freestyle in the preliminary round at Junior Pan-Pacific Championships.

Talented swimmer goes to Australia to compete at 2024 Junior Pan-Pacific Championships

Clara Choi and Caitlin Stoiber
September 30, 2024
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