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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 Daniel Wu
Running is a great way to recharge your batteries

Senior Mag 2024: When I can’t focus, I run for the hills

Daniel Wu
May 29, 2024
Senior captain Luke Stratakos loads a forehand return on March 27 against Gunn.

Boys’ tennis blazes undefeated path through early division season

Daniel Wu
March 29, 2024
District nurse Lisa Tripp and principal Greg Louie pass out Narcan kits to students after a Narcan training meeting on Feb. 28.

Fentanyl crisis prompts district Narcan training aimed at students

Derek Liang and Daniel Wu
March 28, 2024
School’s 6 VEX Robotics teams gear up for upcoming competitions in quest for world championships

School’s 6 VEX Robotics teams gear up for upcoming competitions in quest for world championships

Daniel Wu and Sarah Zhou
February 6, 2024
Admins reeling us back from escaping to our cars in the parking lot.

Let us skip our non-essential classes

Daniel Wu and Sarah Zhou
January 30, 2024
Though controversial, tech billionaire’s pioneering approach to aging shows promise

Though controversial, tech billionaire’s pioneering approach to aging shows promise

William Cao and Daniel Wu
December 5, 2023
Junior Caleb Yu practices drills with senior Bryan Wang during an open gym session in preparation for the season.

Boys’ basketball teams to participate in winter break tournament in Canada

Daniel Wu
December 2, 2023
Students and staff attend climate conference in Taiwan

Students and staff attend climate conference in Taiwan

Agastya Vitaldevara and Daniel Wu
October 21, 2023
Where the heck is Tajikistan?

Geo-prodigy: Memorizing the locations of every country in the world

Daniel Wu
September 24, 2023
The crows especially enjoy delicacies such as pepperoni pizza.

100-word rant: Dear crows, please stop stealing my lunch

Daniel Wu
August 31, 2023
Freshman Somei Ogata prepares a backhand in a match against Bellarmine

Boys tennis’ ends CCS run with semifinal loss to tough Menlo Park team

Daniel Wu and Ariel Zhou
May 16, 2023
Junior Shane Timmons prepares for a pitch during a game against Milpitas on April 20.

Varsity baseball secures CCS bid following turnaround

Saachi Jain and Daniel Wu
May 11, 2023
The newly completed field features a fully artificial turf surface.

Following seven months of work and $4 million renovations, new baseball field opens for season

Saachi Jain and Daniel Wu
March 31, 2023
Freshman Nikhil Srivatsa completes a forehand while warming up for a match against Los Altos

Despite rainouts and injuries, boys’ tennis team forges ahead

Daniel Wu and Aiden Ye
March 16, 2023
SpeakEasy’s technology architecture

Junior develops award-winning AI-powered browser extension

Anirudh Iyer and Daniel Wu
March 15, 2023
BodyArmor wins the gold among sports drinks competitors

BodyArmor wins the gold among sports drinks competitors

Daniel Wu
February 9, 2023
The varsity boys soccer team poses for a photo prior to their home game against Fremont on Jan. 24.

Boys’ soccer encounters hiccups but gears up for a comeback

Victoria Lin and Daniel Wu
January 31, 2023
Playing squash at the national level, junior Dhruv Nemani practices countless hours every week.

Shedding light on the thrilling racquet sport of squash

Saachi Jain and Daniel Wu
January 29, 2023
Kapoor (in front) rounds a sharp corner with another racer following close behind.

The need for speed: Junior races go-karts at an elite level

Eric Shi and Daniel Wu
November 20, 2022
Senior Olivia Smith as Abigail and junior Ella Tamas-King as Mercy Lewis and other ensemble members, which included middle schoolers, pretend to be bewitched in the courtroom scene during dress rehearsal. 

Fall play audience attendance rebounds to pre-COVID numbers

Jonny Luo and Daniel Wu
November 20, 2022
Sophomore Dylan Wilson runs a footwork drill during the boys’ soccer tryouts.

Season preview: Boys’ soccer aims to use teamwork to make up for lack of returning juniors

Victoria Lin and Daniel Wu
November 18, 2022
The vegetarian meal Anirudh got in its full form.

Mediterranean cuisine: an underrated delicacy

Anirudh Iyer and Daniel Wu
November 14, 2022
Juniors celebrate after a successful quad day performance

Homecoming: Juniors awe the crowd with ingenious stunts and solos

Daniel Wu
September 30, 2022
This year’s bell schedule rings with approval from students and staff.

New bell schedule met with approval from students and staff

Daniel Wu
September 22, 2022
Sophomore Owen Liang answers questions for a scouter from another FRC team during the FRC World Championship

Robotics teams clash against the world’s best teams in Houston

Nikhil Mathihalli and Daniel Wu
May 30, 2022
Nikhil Mathihalli and Aiden Ye

Photo or Graphic for: Pickett retires after 9 years of teaching math at the school

Nikhil Mathihalli and Aiden Ye
May 20, 2022
Collage of the games listed in story: Clash Royale (Top Right), GamePigeon 8Ball (Top Left), Brawl Stars (Bottom Left), Wordle (Bottom Right)

Get ready to procrastinate: The top mobile games to play during tutorial

Alexander Kan and Daniel Wu
April 28, 2022
The bandits' Instagram with a post of their mark on a Tesla

Buzzworthy: 2 ‘bandits’ employ controversial method to promote car washes

Kavya Patel and Daniel Wu
April 28, 2022
Kyle Scola hits a jump off a ramp at the Northstar slopes while snowboarding.

A Tahoe life: Skier and snowboarder relish their time on the slopes

Tara Natarajan and Daniel Wu
April 9, 2022
Senior Sajiv Shah holding a glider during a glider competition for new hires during his first week at WhisperAero.

Senior helps develop next-generation aviation technology

Serena Li and Daniel Wu
March 31, 2022
Freshman soars in high school speech tournaments after middle school success

Freshman soars in high school speech tournaments after middle school success

Serena Li and Daniel Wu
March 31, 2022

What you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine

Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin, and Daniel Wu
March 18, 2022
Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

Students, teachers weigh in on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

Lynn Dai, Andrew Lin, and Daniel Wu
March 16, 2022
February Break: the best time of year

February Break: the best time of year

Benjamin Li and Daniel Wu
February 3, 2022
Intro to Engineering and Intro to CS to be merged next year

Intro to Engineering and Intro to CS to be merged next year

Mitchell Chen and Daniel Wu
February 3, 2022
Common mistakes in disease diagnosis which Gupta’s gene signature aims to resolve.

Senior wins finalist status at prestigious science conference

Serena Li and Daniel Wu
December 1, 2021
Senior Vicky Bai received the LGSUHSD Board Student Recognition during the school board meeting on Nov. 16.

Senior receives district recognition for volunteer work to fight hunger

Serena Li and Daniel Wu
November 30, 2021
Proposed Spending on Transportation Infrastructure

Infrastructure and Jobs Act gives much-needed funding to California transportation systems

Daniel Wu
November 30, 2021
Number of applicants to select schools 2020 and 2021

Amid COVID-19 pandemic, some seniors adopt new college application strategies

Benjamin Li and Daniel Wu
November 24, 2021
Students in Seema Patel’s classes discuss and work together in pod arrangements.

School purchases more collaborative furniture for classrooms to increase student participation

Daniel Wu
November 6, 2021
Roof tile collapses due to excess water, and sags the one next to it.

Part of robotics building’s ceiling collapses during recent storm

Sarah Thomas and Daniel Wu
October 31, 2021
Norris slides off the track allowing Hamilton to take the lead.

British racing driver first to take 100th Formula 1 victory in dramatic race

Daniel Wu
October 19, 2021
Senior Vignav Ramesh presents his research at the 2021 Society for Imaging Informatics in Medicine 2021

Senior becomes first high school student to receive prestigious medical AI award

Serena Li and Daniel Wu
October 12, 2021
Biden’s Afghanistan pullout is a spectacular failure

Biden’s Afghanistan pullout is a spectacular failure

Daniel Wu and Alexander Kan
October 9, 2021
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