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A view of the Palisades fire from the seventh floor of Class of ‘24 Brielle Wong’s UCLA dormitory.
LA fires prompt alumni attending UCLA to return home at start of quarter
January 17, 2025
Donald Trump will be sworn in for his second four-year term in office on Jan. 20, 2025.
What will the next four years look like under a Trump presidency?
January 17, 2025
Jason Shiuan will be honored with the award at CASMEC on Jan. 16.
Music director named band educator of the year in California
January 15, 2025
Sophomore Lauren Song performs as Clara in Los Gatos Ballet’s production of “The Nutcracker.”
Dancers perform in ‘The Nutcracker’ with the Los Gatos Ballet
December 18, 2024
Casavant’s frequent drop-ins on water polo games and practices brought energy to the team.
In supporting student athletes, staff members make important connections
December 15, 2024
Taka (Scar) falls in love with Sarabi, the lioness who accidentally causes his villain arc.
‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ offers a fulfilling backstory for the classic Disney movie
January 21, 2025
Sisters Richa Moorjani and Sheherazaad are both pursuing careers in the entertainment industry.
Sister alumni navigate complex world of Hollywood and the entertainment industry
January 9, 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’
December 14, 2024
A perfect sparkly Christmas decoration to get you in the festive mood.
Top 10: Christmas Decorations
December 13, 2024
There are various ways to approach studying math competitions such as the AMC.
Students prepare for math competitions with various methods and mediums
December 13, 2024
Mrs. Hasegawa, a predicted winner, is a well-known champion weightlifter (in our hearts).
What’s the strongest department on campus (physically)?
January 21, 2025
The team poses for a picture on Jan. 16 after a home victory against MacDonald.
Boys’ soccer defeats MacDonald, marks three-game win streak
January 18, 2025
Crowd arises in ovation for Falcons’ impressive comeback
Boys’ basketball rallies back from 13-point deficit, securing top spot in El Camino
January 17, 2025
The boys basketball team poses after their game with American High School on Dec. 7.
Boys’ basketball secures second place at James Lick Invitational despite key injuries
December 14, 2024
Free throw attempt from the team's recent scrimmage against Wilcox on Dec. 7.
Freshman basketball team brought back for the first time since COVID
December 13, 2024
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The weaponization of the presidential pardon ought to end
January 13, 2025
In a capitalist world, informed journalism takes second priority.
Billionaires should step back from publications they own
January 12, 2025
Acting Superintendent Heath Rocha is looking towards a year of cooperation.
Staff editorial: Acting Superintendent Heath Rocha is the right choice to lead the district out of recent turmoil
January 11, 2025
The logo of the Better Canvas extension for students to download.
100-word rave: “Better Canvas” is just better
December 13, 2024
Red lights are often run at the intersection of Highway 85 and Saratoga Avenue.
Saratoga drivers: Simmer down and use more caution, please
December 13, 2024
Papa’s Scooperia is more than the embrace of American consumerism — it’s the perfect pastime.
Games to play when you’re mentally depleted, as the Speech and Debate team frequently is
January 21, 2025
The three best dishes we ordered at Ippudo: Akashu Modern, Chicken Karaage, and Pork Buns
Our visit to Ippudo: A cozy experience with tastes beyond ramen
January 17, 2025
If all of our icks culminated into one man, this is what he would look like.
Top 10: Icks
January 17, 2025
Piling on ten layers of clothing is not a comfortable experience.
Skiing? s-NO-w thank you.
January 15, 2025
The three bears often travel, stacked on top of each other.
‘We Bear Bears’ are still the bear-y best trio
January 12, 2025

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All content by Derek Sun

Students influenced by social media and popular entertainment to try marijuana

Allison Lin and Derek Sun
March 3, 2014

Take heed: APES isn’t an easy AP

Jade Bisht and Derek Sun
January 31, 2014

College interviews prove enigmatic

Derek Sun
January 23, 2014

Frequency of ticketing frustrates student drivers

Allison Lin and Derek Sun
November 19, 2013

Government shutdown: students disillusioned by media

Allison Lin and Derek Sun
November 10, 2013

PS4 wins next-gen console crown

Derek Sun
November 5, 2013

College sports recruiting spirals out of control

Derek Sun
October 28, 2013

Lunch trucks should be allowed on high school campuses

Derek Sun
October 28, 2013

Great SHS sports moments: Walkoff winners take De Anza League Crown

Derek Sun
October 15, 2013

New books turned movies hope to have success in theatres

Derek Sun
October 15, 2013

Drivers weigh consequences of ‘one-year’ license rule

Trung Vandinh and Derek Sun
October 8, 2013

Following Google’s lead, schools should offer students creative relief

Allison Lin and Derek Sun
September 26, 2013

New year comes with a new field

Nikil Ramanathan and Derek Sun
September 10, 2013
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Amiss dismal season, Giants’ star Posey stands out

Derek Sun
September 4, 2013

Banner baseball season ends in first round CCS loss

Derek Sun
May 22, 2013
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Baseball team wins league playoffs, crowned as league co-champs with Palo Alto

Derek Sun
May 16, 2013
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Star player Stevie Berman Santa Clara University bound

Derek Sun
May 10, 2013

Three sport athlete Kyle Dozier decides on baseball at Loyola Marymount University

Derek Sun
May 8, 2013

CCS-bound Falcons heat up at the right time right before league playoffs

Derek Sun
May 8, 2013

Summer heats up with multiple blockbuster sequels

Derek Sun
May 8, 2013

Can you rhyme all the time?

Derek Sun
March 14, 2013

Boys’ baseball: Hanks and his quiet confidence hope to lead Falcons to success

Derek Sun
March 12, 2013
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Saratoga beats Redwood in interstaff charity basketball game that raises $10,000

Samuel Liu and Derek Sun
March 11, 2013

Spoof: Reporter details life post-apocalypse

Derek Sun
January 24, 2013

Armstrong stripped of athletic fame and public respect

Jonathan Young and Derek Sun
November 18, 2012

Football players start tradition in ceramics room

Derek Sun
November 15, 2012
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Freshmen establish presence with quad day performance

Derek Sun
October 14, 2012

Sum comes within 2 seconds of course record

Aasim Naqvi and Derek Sun
October 10, 2012

Students believe non-block schedule deserves second look

Derek Sun
October 10, 2012
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Giants hope to carry the success in the season into the postseason

Derek Sun
October 5, 2012
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MLB must clean up tainted game

Dylan Jew and Derek Sun
September 4, 2012

XC: Boys look to continue recent success

Aasim Naqvi and Derek Sun
August 31, 2012

Juniors win $10,000 in film competition

Derek Sun
May 23, 2012
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Yim to take MathCounts team to nationals

Matt Foley and Derek Sun
May 9, 2012

Best of Saratoga

Derek Sun
May 1, 2012
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Saratoga beats Los Gatos in baseball for first time in 15 years

Derek Sun
May 1, 2012
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Bountygate, the biggest controversy in sports

Derek Sun
April 30, 2012
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Giants likely to rebound from disappointing 2011 season

Derek Sun
April 27, 2012

Falcons go 3-1 in a 2 week span

Derek Sun
April 11, 2012

Baseball: Falcons split series against Los Altos

Derek Sun
March 21, 2012

Baseball: Senior finds his place after overcoming struggles

Derek Sun
March 6, 2012

Boys baseball: Falcons confident despite tough loss

Derek Sun
March 5, 2012

Best friends college bound together

Derek Sun
March 3, 2012
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Senior’s Tumblr reply gives her 15 minutes of Internet fame

Derek Sun
January 12, 2012
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Old resolutions come back in new ways

Derek Sun
January 12, 2012

Christmas comes early for sophomore biker

Derek Sun
January 10, 2012

Girls’ Golf: Falcons fly high, with three players making it to CCS

Derek Sun
November 21, 2011

Facilities unfairly off limits to students

Derek Sun
November 21, 2011

Girls’ golf: Season ends in success

Derek Sun
November 15, 2011

Falcon focus: Born in the early 1960s, Sparky the golf cart is still chugging along

Brandon Judoprasetijo and Derek Sun
November 10, 2011

Freshman at Berkeley finds comfort zone

Derek Sun
November 7, 2011

SF Giants’ season ends in a mix of disappointment and high hopes

Derek Sun
October 16, 2011

Homecoming turns PG, for the better

Derek Sun
October 14, 2011

Thareja’s hard work pays off

Derek Sun
October 10, 2011

The crazy class of Cochrum: A look at the history behind her room

Derek Sun
October 6, 2011

Girls’ Golf Preview 2011

Derek Sun
September 13, 2011

38 seniors named as National Merit scholars

Jonathan Young and Derek Sun
September 12, 2011

New finals schedule provokes mixed responses

Anushree Dugar and Derek Sun
September 9, 2011
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