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Student art being showcased at last year’s Soundings exhibition in the SHS Library.
Soundings’ April 18. Exhibition will feature works from The Wildcat Review
April 17, 2025
Allied teams 95071X (right) and 1000A (left) celebrate after advancing to grand finals at the U.S. Open National Championship.
VEX Robotics team makes finalists in U.S. Open National Championship
April 10, 2025
Rally commissioners act out a skit inspired by “Beauty and the Beast.”
‘Beauty and the Beast’ rally builds hype before prom
April 10, 2025
Trustee Shawn Mortensen (far left) listens to a presentation at the district office during the school board’s March 11 meeting.
Meet Shawn Mortensen: LGSUHSD’s newest school board trustee
April 5, 2025
The Philharmonic Strings orchestra combined with the Freshman orchestra to play together in the non-competitive category of the conference.
SHS orchestras travel to Atlanta for National Orchestra Festival
April 4, 2025
Jain poses during a dive in the Neutral Buoyancy Lab, her first rotation at the Johnson Space Center during fall 2023.
Alumni reflect on the benefits of college co-op programs that place them in workplace settings for extended periods
April 17, 2025
Cochrum helps a student during tutorial.
Cochrum reflects on educational journey with learning disability
April 5, 2025
An advertisement poster Leung made for the company.
Senior takes on remote social media job in New York
April 5, 2025
Courtesy of Montalvo Arts Center Often rented for weddings, the beautiful grounds of the Montalvo Arts Center is a popular place for hosting social events.
A nearby gem: the Montalvo Arts Center
April 3, 2025
Combining multiple skill-sets fosters collaboration and growth in ceramics class
April 2, 2025
Bonner instructs swimmers to start the set off the block.
Christian Bonner’s journey from non-swimmer to longtime swimming coach
April 17, 2025
Ning launches a three against Sacred Heart as his teammates prepare to celebrate.
From 13th man to 3rd team all league — Steven Ning’s basketball journey
April 3, 2025
The beam training area at Gold Star Gymnastics.
Paying it forward for the next generation of gymnasts
March 31, 2025
Bossow wrestles against Bellarmine at Overfelt High on Dec. 6.
Wrestling team shows significant improvement this season
March 27, 2025
Coach Brian Liao talks game strategy with sophomores Andy Lu and Teegan Seid-Pham.
New head badminton coach brings valued guidance for players
March 27, 2025
Mangione’s alleged actions were wrong, but the diagnosis of America’s failing health-care system wasn’t
Mangione’s alleged actions were wrong, but the diagnosis of America’s failing health-care system wasn’t
March 31, 2025
Stay safe.
In a dark time, it’s time to know your rights
March 27, 2025
Starting next school year, more students are able to study at MIT without worrying about tuition.
Educational institutions are wise to offer free tuition to low-income families
March 26, 2025
Nationwide voter turnout since 2002, blue is presidential, yellow is midterm
Sagging voter participation puts democracy at risk
March 22, 2025
Cutting the tree of the Department of Education in half.
DOGE’s cuts for educational programs cause instability and loss of research confidence
March 19, 2025
The infamous “criss cross chair” from TikTok Shop, ranging from $40-70, has taken over social media feeds.
Is TikTok Shop another marketing trap or actually have legitimate products?
April 17, 2025
Students gather to eat and talk on the upper deck.
Prom 2025: A grape evening at the Mountain Winery
April 6, 2025
Courtesy of Imgflip If you’re going to stop reading this story right here, this meme sums up my entire high school experience (I been chilling with boba but it’s close enough). Seriously, though, John Cena’s Chinese is elite.
My high school life in memes
April 5, 2025
Courtesy of Neha Sharan Students compete in a co-ed tournament held at the India Community Center in Milpitas.
A sophomore’s gambit: encouraging more girls to take up chess
April 4, 2025
Top 10 celebrity baby names over the years
April 3, 2025
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April 15, 2025
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April 15, 2025
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The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon
All content by David Fan

Career Day cancelled due to scheduling conflicts

David Fan
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Senior creates ‘Hamlet’-themed card deck

Leena Elzeiny and David Fan

Falsifying residency remains an alternative for moving into Saratoga schools

David Fan and Kyle Wang

Music building on track to be completed in August

Kevin Chow and David Fan

The college decision horse race: Students need to focus on themselves

David Fan

CASSY presentation provides information about dating violence

David Fan

Senior Siemens finalist researches dental stem cells

Kevin Chow and David Fan

Too rich for FAFSA? Still apply.

Kevin Chow and David Fan

Senior claims spot in Siemens regional finals

David Fan

Crossword Answers

David Fan

Senior discovers his passion through the internet

David Fan and Jay Kim

Legalization of marijuana would benefit law enforcement

David Fan

Top 10 things to do during the beginning of the school year

David Fan

Colleges: Can we start writing essays yet?

David Fan
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Big ideas explored at 2nd TEDxSaratogaHighSchool

David Fan

Teachers adjust workloads to lessen stress

David Fan and Neil Rao

Full Canvas implementation provides easier accessibility for students

David Fan

Despite multiple losses, Falcons hope to be competitive at league meet

David Fan and Ami Nachiappan

Epic Rap Battles make history memorable

David Fan

Junior sprinter leads team with experience

David Fan and Ami Nachiappan

Club Rush fundraises for clubs and sports teams

Caitlyn Chen, David Fan, Elizabeth Lee, and Neil Rao

Indian culture, dance enthusiasm spread through travel groups

David Fan and Neil Rao

Junior learns life lessons from competitive table tennis

David Fan and Jason Zhao

Speaker stresses student independence

David Fan

School works to prepare for new security technology

David Fan and Claire Rhee

Sophomore athlete exhibits great skills in three sports

David Fan

EDM’s increasing popularity reshapes music culture

David Fan

Boys’ cross country wins Division III at CCS; team advances to states

David Fan and Ami Nachiappan

Peterson paces XC to CCS victory

David Fan and Ami Nachiappan

Top 10 things to be thankful for

David Fan and Oksana Trifonova

Enrollment drops as freshman class numbers decline

David Fan and Frederick Kim

Celebratory breakfast honors 39 National Merit semifinalists

David Fan

Schedule changed for PSAT week

David Fan

New boys’ cross country coach propels team

David Fan and Ami Nachiappan

Girls’ cross country loses key runners to injuries

David Fan and Ami Nachiappan

Cross Country aspires to improve

David Fan and Ami Nachiappan

New courses emphasizing creativity and music bring more variety to curriculum

David Fan

New ‘Star Wars’ movie and attractions excite fans

David Fan

Cross country meet schedule affected by construction

David Fan and Ami Nachiappan

MAP teacher will teach at Mitty next year

David Fan and Jason Zhao

Rotary Art Show amazes visitors once again

David Fan

Senior servant day means raising money for a good cause and embarrassment

David Fan and Jason Zhao

Jon Stewart leaves ‘The Daily Show’: what now?

David Fan and Helen Wong

Early start, early release on March 4 for collaboration with Redwood

David Fan and Jason Zhao

M-SET tackles recycle rush

Aditya Chaudhry and David Fan

Elite summer programs might not be worth the thousands they cost

David Fan

Mod Pizza delivers in taste and satisfaction

David Fan and Jason Zhao

Lol, League is a sport?

David Fan and Jason Zhao

Sum runs to 2nd-place finish

David Fan and Ami Nachiappan

English Department’s tutoring guide aims to clarify standards

David Fan

Boys’ water polo ends season with fifth place finish in League Tournament

David Fan and Andrew Jiang

Junior pursues airsoft as hobby

David Fan and Isabelle Tseng

Sophomore fencer competes internationally

David Fan and Jason Zhao

Robotics rebuilds for a new year

Aditya Chaudhry and David Fan
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