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Cuttlefish drivers strategize before their match.
FTC robotics teams flex their strength at Regionals
March 2, 2025
Members of the Saratoga debate team pose for a group picture during the James Logan Invitational.
Speech and debate rocks the circuit in the new year
March 1, 2025
Field setup starts off with marking the perimeter of the field with a wooden wall
MSET’s First Robotics Competition team gears up for upcoming season
February 27, 2025
The Class of ‘25 lines up to take their final bow at the end of the first show.
Indian Cultural Awareness Club puts on 20th annual Bombay in the Bay show with stunning costumes and energetic music
February 22, 2025
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
Sonic, Tails and Knuckles team up against the mysterious Shadow the Hedgehog in an action-packed movie.
’Sonic the Hedgehog 3:’ fast and fun but forgettable
March 2, 2025
A tier list of the top nominations from the 97th Academy Awards.
The 2025 Oscars: predictions and most deserving films
March 1, 2025
After controversial lawsuits, photos of Beyoncé, Jay-Z, and Diddy resurfaced on the internet.
Gratitude with fear: grappling with all the Beyoncé conspiracy theories
March 1, 2025
Free speech is censored in certain countries
Analysis: Censorship to the point of murder, courtesy of two world powers
February 28, 2025
The common settings that SHS students use as third places.
From relaxing natural spots to quiet library corners: how having a so-called third place can relieve stress and boost productivity
February 27, 2025
Team pictures of each of the four winter sports teams, girls’ basketball, girls’ soccer, boys’ basketball and boys’ soccer.
This winter marks historic seasons for both basketball and soccer
March 2, 2025
The team huddles during their CCS quarterfinals game against Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory
Boys’ basketball team falls to Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory in CCS Division-III quarterfinals
March 2, 2025
Some of the most notable players who have been traded during this year’s trade deadline. (Left to Right: Zach Lavine, De’Aaron Fox, Luka Doncic, Anthony Davis and Brandom Ingram)
NBA thrown into chaos due to shocking high-profile trades
February 25, 2025
Members of the dance team hold a pose in their competition pom routine, performing at the girls’ basketball game on Jan. 17.
Dance team brings back traditional halftime basketball performances
February 22, 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
America’s mental health crisis does not receive the attention it deserves
America’s mental health crisis does not receive the attention it deserves
March 2, 2025
Seniors lock your cars before the underclassmen sneak in.
100-word rant: Underclassmen, wait your turn and stop sneaking off campus during lunches
March 2, 2025
It’s about time to rebalance the scale of power.
America’s allies must limit Trump’s power grab
March 1, 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
An accurate depiction of me on the verge of getting pulled into my screen when watching K-dramas.
Confession: My relationship with the imaginary characters on-screen has become integrated into my daily routine
March 2, 2025
New year’s goals are written down, surrounded by the mess of daily life.
‘New Year, new me’ is sadly a myth
March 1, 2025
It’s time to rethink some of our original goals…
Failing New Year’s resolutions like a pro
March 1, 2025
Everything showers are one of the best ways to reset.
February: The perfect time to show yourself some love
February 26, 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

The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon
All content by Edward Dong

Response of administration to Pott situation draws criticism

Edward Dong and Devin Zhao
May 8, 2013

Rape culture: an issue on campus

Edward Dong and Aashna Mukerji
March 14, 2013

Forty-nine students trek to Mexico, find second alma mater

Edward Dong and Nikil Ramanathan
March 12, 2013
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Sophomore’s passing stuns and saddens community

Edward Dong and Kelly Liu
September 24, 2012

Why do you love sports?

Edward Dong and Sanj Nalwa
April 11, 2012

Is downtime necessary for success?

Edward Dong
April 11, 2012

School allows double AP English enrollment

Edward Dong and Sanj Nalwa
March 14, 2012

District follows November election, considers contingency plans if Brown’s plan fails

Edward Dong, Joanna Lee, and Sanj Nalwa
March 10, 2012

Spanish department anticipates visitors from Cuernavaca

Edward Dong
March 10, 2012

Students win awards in national art and writing contest

Edward Dong and Grace Ma
March 6, 2012
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Davis settles to teach after years in engineering, business

Edward Dong
March 3, 2012
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Is cheating on the rise?

Edward Dong
January 24, 2012

Honors courses demand more time, effort

Jonathan Young and Edward Dong
January 18, 2012

Saratoga graduate’s work published in Australia

Edward Dong
January 18, 2012

Math: a talent or a skill?

Edward Dong and Anushree Dugar
January 18, 2012

One year later, parking lot fence gains acceptance

Edward Dong
January 17, 2012

Students pursue mathematics in community college courses

Edward Dong
January 17, 2012

Facebook forges new era of communication

Edward Dong and Grace Ma
January 13, 2012

Modern American culture should not trash tradition

Edward Dong
January 10, 2012

Falcon Focus: Senior achieves miracles, one step at a time

Edward Dong
January 10, 2012
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Triathlete achieves miracles, one step at a time

Edward Dong
December 16, 2011

Girls’ volleyball: team pleased with overall performance despite season’s setbacks

Edward Dong and Matt Foley
November 17, 2011

Spanish Club celebrates Mexican holiday

Edward Dong and Minu Palaniappan
November 15, 2011

Small school advantages at Swarthmore

Edward Dong
November 12, 2011

A women’s school, not a girls’ school

Edward Dong
November 12, 2011

School considers repairing 52-year-old gym windows

Edward Dong and Dylan Jew
November 12, 2011

Can you speak in a foreign language in class?

Edward Dong
November 7, 2011

Boutique to kick off holiday season

Sanj Nalwa and Edward Dong
November 7, 2011

Students consider drugs in Saratoga inappropriate

Roy Bisht and Edward Dong
October 18, 2011
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New district superintendent announced

Edward Dong and Sanj Nalwa
October 15, 2011

Girls’ Volleyball: Mollahan sets team up for victory

Edward Dong and Matt Foley
October 14, 2011

Attendance office hires new secretary

Edward Dong and Sanj Nalwa
October 14, 2011

Universities bring back early action: a blessing for all students?

Edward Dong
October 14, 2011

Runner meets high school pace

Edward Dong
September 9, 2011

Girls’ Volleyball Preview 2011

Edward Dong and Matt Foley
September 9, 2011
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Matsuoka becomes superintendent in Milpitas, district seeks new leader

Edward Dong and Sanj Nalwa
September 9, 2011

Traveled teachers to embark on educational journey

Edward Dong and Grace Ma
September 9, 2011
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