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Heath Rocha at the Nov. 12 board meeting after assuming the role of interim superintendent.
Interim superintendent seeks to bridge gap between district office, two schools
November 14, 2024
Juniors Jack Dong and Nathan Liu (left to right) interview Dr. Tony Masri about sleep.
Students receive expert advice at ‘Sleeping Can Be Your Secret Hack’ Q&A
November 11, 2024
The marching band and color guard take the field for their final performance of their 2024 field show, “The Show Must Go On.”
Marching band closes its season placing second at the WBA Regional Championships in LA
November 11, 2024
Students in the marching band and color guard perform their show “The Show Must Go On” at the Oct. 26 Cupertino Tournament of Bands.
Marching band takes fourth place at Cupertino High competition
November 4, 2024
A child presses on the button, triggering the smasher.
Robotics hosts its 3rd annual SMASH event, fueling Halloween excitement and offering new activities
November 3, 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
Out of the five chemical showers in the science hall, this chemical shower lies outside chemistry teacher Kathy Nakamatsu’s classroom.
Chemical showers act as essential safeguards in science wing
October 30, 2024
Show Peppa Pig — a childhood idol — some respect
Show Peppa Pig — a childhood idol — some respect
October 28, 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
Receiver Sawyer Chao driving through Gunn’s defense.
Injury-plagued Falcons limp to the end of season with three losses
November 11, 2024
Senior Sydney Riera makes a pass during the team’s senior night game on Oct. 30.
Field hockey misses CCS after tough loss vs Presentation High on penalty shots
November 7, 2024
Junior Sahaana Potti has committed to Pepperdine.
Sahaana Potti verbally commits to playing Division I soccer at Pepperdine
November 1, 2024
A Fantasy Premier League squad’s performance on game week 5
Sophomores find fantasy leagues make professional sports more entertaining to watch
October 28, 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
An assortment of differently colored onions — all of which taste terrible.
A 200-word perspective on the terrible taste of onions
October 28, 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 warmth of the holiday season can come from a variety of foods other than meaty dishes.
Vegetarian alternatives to staple Thanksgiving foods
October 31, 2024
We went to Costco to review their Halloween selections and were immediately drawn to this adorable squishmallow.
Costco’s Halloween essentials: our recommendations
October 30, 2024
My initial fervor started to decline in June, as my stress levels went down, and my days began to become very standardized.
New year, new me?: My journey through journaling
October 30, 2024

The Saratoga Falcon

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All content by Eleanor Goh

Long takes a deep dive into filmmaking

Eleanor Goh
May 4, 2018

Junior drum major excels as a young leader

Caitlyn Chen and Eleanor Goh
September 13, 2017

Winter percussion looks forward to successful wrap-up

Eleanor Goh
March 28, 2017

More than just a fundraiser: Jazz Cabaret brings community together

Eleanor Goh and Esha Lakhotia
March 24, 2017

AP signups moved a month earlier to avoid ‘Bubble Fest’

Eleanor Goh
February 14, 2017

Colleges welcome students on special weekend programs

Eleanor Goh and Ashley Su
February 9, 2017

AP signups moved a month earlier to avoid ‘Bubble Fest’

Eleanor Goh
February 8, 2017

SHS Spanish classes provide a smooth transition to college-level courses

Eleanor Goh and Ava Hooman
February 6, 2017
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Self-taught sophomore singer places third at Saratoga Idol

Eleanor Goh and Elicia Ye
December 8, 2016

Accelerated BA/MD and BS/MD programs: a ticket to medical school

Eleanor Goh and Esha Lakhotia
November 29, 2016

Polling: a generalization unrepresentative of voters’ opinions

Eleanor Goh
November 26, 2016

Senior racer takes driving to the extreme

Eleanor Goh and Charin Park
October 27, 2016

Mohnike recounts joys and challenges of raising a child with special needs

Cassandra King and Eleanor Goh
October 25, 2016

Senior hammer thrower recounts five years of throwing

Eleanor Goh and Charin Park
September 23, 2016
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Sophomore chess champion shares expertise

Eleanor Goh and Ami Nachiappan
September 21, 2016

Snapchat’s ‘anime’ lens: a show of poor judgment

Eleanor Goh
September 14, 2016

The Olympics are an elitist institution

Eleanor Goh and Cassandra King
September 8, 2016

Torrens to assume Marshburn’s duties as activities director next year

Eleanor Goh
May 19, 2016

Attendance secretary to return from maternity leave

Eleanor Goh
April 27, 2016

Zero Robotics: the junction between coding and astronomy

Eleanor Goh
April 27, 2016

Yizkor, to remember: Third-generation Holocaust survivor recounts family history

Helen Chen and Eleanor Goh
February 5, 2016

Electives Night gives Class of 2020 insight into school programs

Eleanor Goh
February 3, 2016

Unwell or unprepared? Attendance rates suffer as students call in ‘sick’

Eleanor Goh and Michelle Koo
January 31, 2016

Reporters take closer look at Golden Gate City

Eleanor Goh and Michelle Koo
January 26, 2016

Mock funerals not the answer to Silicon Valley suicides

Olivia Lu and Eleanor Goh
January 25, 2016

Junior wins Saratoga Idol

Eleanor Goh and Trevor Leung
December 7, 2015

Leadership class teams with club to provide tutoring for finals

Eleanor Goh and Michelle Lee
December 7, 2015

High heels and haute couture

Nupur Maheshwari and Eleanor Goh
November 26, 2015

Holiday gift guide for everyone in your life

Eleanor Goh and Caitlin Ju
November 17, 2015

PSAT to be administered during school hours

Eleanor Goh
September 17, 2015

Photography Club restructured after restarting

Eleanor Goh and Rachel Zhang
September 17, 2015

YouTube: where career opportunities are created

Eleanor Goh and Michelle Koo
September 9, 2015
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