Events take on new life under leadership of first-year activities director
Mark Higashioka is aiming to increase the physical vigor and social aspect of activities on campus in his new role.
Clara Choi, Lifestyles Editor
Archer perseveres through injuries and technique changes
Junior Sophie Poon has sought to overcome struggles with target panic and impact on her shots.
District reshuffles staff positions to reduce deficit spending
For the 2026-27 school year, the district plans to reorganize several staff positions, as outlined in the March 5 board meeting.
District reshuffles staff positions to reduce deficit spending
For the 2026-27 school year, the district plans to reorganize several staff positions, as outlined in the March 5 board meeting.
Junior commits to Division III basketball at Bryn Mawr College
Having started the recruiting process early this school year,Emma Williams committed to her top choice school in late February.
A closer look at the school’s sometimes toxic academic culture
Students report experiencing comparatively higher levels of academic stress and pressure.
Wrestling builds on last season with a bigger team
With 11 wrestlers, four more than last season, the Falcons have seen some strong results this year.
School struggles to find a permanent athletic trainer
With former athletic trainer Kevin Attard leaving earlier this semester, the school is working on getting a permanent athletic trainer.
LGSUHSD — the only district to earn perfect score on California School Dashboard
Louie warns to be sure to see the results in context.
Local research program ASDRP continues to be popular choice
With more high schoolers interested in STEM research, the program offers research opportunities in fields such as biochemistry, pharmacokinetics and AI.
Saratoga: a home for people and nature
The city has lots of wildlife to offer — you just have to know where to look.
New AP Chemistry textbook to be adopted next year
A textbook change at both SHS and LGHS will be necessary in light of the College Board’s AP Chemistry textbook requirements.
Ethnic Studies to be mandatory starting with Class of ‘30
Currently, freshmen have the option between a semester of World Geography or Ethnic Studies, but everyone will take Ethnic Studies starting next year.
Young teachers find range of obstacles as they enter profession
While the district has successfully recruited young teachers in recent years, many districts struggle in staffing their classrooms.
Easy outfits for the fall season
With autumn in full swing, here are seven outfits perfect for a regular week in the fall season.
As Kirk assassination video shows, traditional journalism is down but shouldn’t be out
With the rise of the internet, people are finding that social media has TV news beat for speed but not quality.
Imagining the worst day ever: Saratoga edition
Think of this as a hypothetical Friday the 13th from hell.
Falcon Focus: Junior pursues his passion for music through guitars — six of them
Eyal Landau has always enjoyed music, having played several different instruments in the school band. Of them all, guitar is his favorite and newest obsession.
Spanish and French classes plan combined spring break trip to Madrid and Paris
The language classes hope to combat a lack of signups from last year by avoiding scheduling conflicts.
A must-watch for history classes: ‘Schindler’s List’ for its heart-rending depiction of the Holocaust
While it focuses on just one story of survival, the collective Jewish experience portrayed is a memorial to what should never be repeated.
End of an era: School removes lockers after years of decreasing use
The newly created spaces will be used for other purposes that benefit students, assistant principal Matt Torrens says.
Years of training pay off as two seniors commit to college football
With hopes to make the NFL, Keion Ashjaee-Marshall and Tevita Pahulu will majoring in business administration and psychology respectively.
To aspiring Leadership students: Campaigning early is a must
Like it or not, building popularity is the key to success.
Music department to tour Japan in summer of 2026
This trip will mark its first one to an Asian country.
Friends encourage self-taught and sophomore nail artist to open her own business
Through Instagram, Aanya Shrivastava has begun crafting and selling custom nail designs.
Wrestling team shows significant improvement this season
Of the six SHS wrestlers, sophomore Quinn Bossow placed tenth of 23 athletes in the 106-112 lbs weight class.
Analysis: Animal rights movement shines light on humanity’s cruelty
The movement calls for animal protection legislation on factory farming and animal testing.
WWII movie: ‘The Imitation Game’ shines light on a dark time
A riveting tale about the heroes who cracked the Nazi’s infamous Enigma code, this movie explores themes of homophobic prejudice, efforts for recognition and the greater good.
Sonarus Quartet takes saxophone performance to the next level
Since they formed nearly two years ago, this skilled school-independent group has found notable musical successes.
Senior immortalizes memories through her vlogs
Since her sophomore year, Eunseo Eo has been vlogging parts of her life to create an archive of memories for herself.
Failing New Year’s resolutions like a pro
Sometimes, it’s better to just make no new resolutions at all.
Two juniors coach the Redwood’s flag football team
Having wanted to connect with high school football players when they were in middle school, Jayden Kwong and Brennan Pak now provide that connection for younger students as assistant coaches for both the JV and varsity flag football teams.
Class of ‘17 alumni couple praise their experience in special education
Now 25 years old and married with active careers, Tony Ramirez and Tina Miller-Ramirez remain grateful for the people and support they found at the school.
Leadership class to learn leadership the Disney way
To strengthen bonds within the leadership team, the class will be attending the amusement park and workshop from Jan. 30 to Feb. 2.
Senior Kat Aldrete shines as lead role in ‘Radium Girls’
Aldrete has been performing in drama productions since elementary school, and has found an incredible passion for the art form.
Percussion group prepares to attend the Midwest Clinic for the first time in school history
After a successful but competitive selection process, the percussion studio is rigorously rehearsing for the Midwest Clinic, which will be held from Dec. 18-21.
Top 10: weirdly good food combos that might get you flamed
Don’t be startled by the unexpected food mash-ups! I swear, they aren't nearly as bad as what people think.
SVCTE offers opportunities for career education
For three hours every weekday, Neha Tadikamalla takes classes in Dental Assisting and Lisa Chow takes classes in Animation in Silicon Valley Career Technical Education.
From trash can to happy home: a tale of two teddy bears
Our relationship began near an apartment dumpster in South Korea.