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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
The high school Jazz Band performs their set on Jan. 17.
18 musicians accepted into state-wide conference
February 14, 2025
Sunder Pichai remains CEO of Google despite his countless blunders.
Workers lose their jobs when CEOs fail at their jobs
February 14, 2025
Kim performs “Romeo and Juliet” Fantasy Overture by Tchaikovsky with the NYO2 orchestra in Dallas on Aug. 6.
Practice takes senior musician to Carnegie Hall and beyond this summer
February 13, 2025
Junior Arjun Krish, Class of `23 alumnus Adam Xu and his mentor Dr. Liang Li stand in front of Krish’s lab station in the summer of 2024.
Junior researches for a cure for glaucoma
February 16, 2025
Free Luigi” merchandise has been growing rapidly on online shopping platforms.
Analysis: Luigi Mangione’s case of vigilante justice reflects American glorification of violence
February 15, 2025
Matt Walsh’s brand new documentary reveals the dark side of DEI movements.
‘Am I Racist?’ — mockumentary takes a deep dive into DEI and presents ideas worth considering
February 14, 2025
Senior Michelle Ho poses in her lab coat holding a small flask.
Senior explores genetic underpinnings of arthritis in her research
February 14, 2025
“Nature’s Chance Encounter” along with many others of senior Amy Pan’s paintings adorn the Saratoga Library Group Study Room.
Senior represents nature through texture, visuals, and ambiance through both physical and digital mediums
February 13, 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
The seniors pose for a picture after winning 3-1 against Cupertino.
Boys’ soccer qualifies to CCS after 3-1 victory over Cupertino on Senior Night
February 14, 2025
Students utilize the school’s weight room to keep fit during the season and off-season.
Student athletes adapt to avoid “falling off” during the offseason
February 13, 2025
Senior Saatvik Kommareddi spins past a defender at a game on Jan. 18.
Boys’ basketball team suffers first loss but clinches CCS qualification
February 11, 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
The progressive movement reached its peak in 2020, during COVID-19.
The Progressive movement is on the outs
February 12, 2025
2024 electoral map
In a splintered U.S., consecutive two-term presidents may become rare
February 11, 2025
AI Safety is not a joke.
To prevent disastrous outcomes, inherently evil AI growth needs to halt
February 11, 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
It’s time to use those cold emailing skills (and your $29.99 monthly LinkedIn Premium subscription) to get LinkedUp.
Top 10: ways to get a valentine next year
February 14, 2025
I practice the guitar in my room during my free time.
This is a PSA to take up a new instrument (in my case, a guitar)
February 14, 2025
Hello.
A letter to my senior year self
February 13, 2025
Some wonderful new year's resolutions that you should try out!
Top 10: New Year’s Resolutions
February 13, 2025

The Saratoga Falcon

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All content by Esther Luan

With declining numbers, track hopes to excel by training new recruits

Esther Luan and Harshini Velchamy
March 20, 2022
Don’t believe the narrative of ‘saving kids from sex ed’

Don’t believe the narrative of ‘saving kids from sex ed’

Esther Luan
March 18, 2022
From left to right: senior Christian Li, juniors Julian Berkowitz-Sklar and Mateusz Palusinski, senior Christopher Liu. The athletes celebrate after Liu scored an “and-one” layup on a fast break to give the Falcons a 49-39 lead over the Wildcats with one minute remaining.

Boys’ basketball team wins four straight to start league season

Esther Luan and Howard Shu
January 21, 2022
Then sophomore varsity player Christian Li dribbles the ball upcourt during a home game in the 2019-20 season

Boys’ basketball: Senior-led group aims to dominate El Camino

Benjamin Li, Esther Luan, and Howard Shu
November 19, 2021
Delayed SAT scores prove hassle for seniors

Delayed SAT scores prove hassle for seniors

Esther Luan
November 16, 2021
Does studying with friends actually work?

Does studying with friends actually work?

Esther Luan
November 12, 2021
From left to right: Varsity players seniors Daniel Jiang, Chris Wu and Marcus Kuo perform warm up drills during practice

Boys’ water polo currently undefeated

Sam Bai, Andrew Lin, and Esther Luan
October 8, 2021
Senior Morgan Bettinger stands outside the NYU Stern School of Business during her college visit tour. 

College visits offer insights but are still limited

Esther Luan and Kaasha Minocha
September 20, 2021

Staff editorial – Title IX: topic too big for tutorial

Andy Chen and Esther Luan
September 19, 2021
Freshman ASB officers pose for a photo, ready for the coming year.

Freshman class officers selected through interviews, not an election

Esther Luan and Tiffany Wang
September 17, 2021
Zorba the Greek-style madness saner than it might seem

Zorba the Greek-style madness saner than it might seem

Esther Luan
September 5, 2021
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Music program wraps up remote year with ending concert and senior night

Esther Luan
May 21, 2021
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Friendships in sports keep athletes motivated

Esther Luan
May 17, 2021
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Oddly specific campus phenomena that you may not have realized you missed

Esther Luan
April 18, 2021
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One step closer to ‘normal,’ school steps into hybrid mode

Esther Luan and Nicole Lu
April 3, 2021
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Team reflects on successful season despite COVID-19 challenges

Esther Luan
April 2, 2021
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A time to stand together for Asian Americans

Esther Luan
April 1, 2021
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Photo or Graphic for: Students and teachers adjust to an increased use of cellphones in class

Anouk Yeh & Esther Luan
April 1, 2021
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Leave students and their Snapchat F-bombs alone

Esther Luan
February 4, 2021
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New dynamic for students working jobs during quarantine

Nicole Lu and Esther Luan
October 18, 2020
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Students and alumni from LG, SHS team up in light of #MeToo Movement

Nicole Lu and Esther Luan
September 19, 2020
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Link Crew adjusts to virtual format

Esther Luan
September 4, 2020
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District establishes new protocols for distance learning

Andy Chen and Esther Luan
August 26, 2020

ASB hosts online competition to connect students and boost school spirit

Esther Luan and Samantha Yee
May 2, 2020

Colleges should not have required all students to leave campus

Esther Luan
April 20, 2020
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Leadership to introduce changes to club system

Andy Chen and Esther Luan
April 16, 2020

School adjusts to post-coronavirus reality 

Esther Luan, Harshini Velchamy, and Tiffany Wang
March 13, 2020

Senior bikes to LA over course of seven days

Esther Luan
March 11, 2020

Sophomore takes on the runway

Esther Luan and Tiffany Wang
March 9, 2020

Allnighters and instant regret

Esther Luan
March 6, 2020
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Author returns to Chinese roots in debut novel

Esther Luan
March 1, 2020

Speak Up For Change informs students about consent, making tough decisions

Apurva Chakravarthy and Esther Luan
January 29, 2020

Falcons season off to a slow start after loss of key defender

Shama Gupta and Esther Luan
January 28, 2020

SUFC shouldn’t force speakers to conform to an arbitrary theme

Esther Luan and Siva Sambasivam
January 28, 2020
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Campus vandalism and graffiti a little-known but harmful problem, says maintenance staff

Esther Luan and Anouk Yeh
January 28, 2020

Low on fuel: In face of mounting pressures, student athletes burn out

Esther Luan and Kaitlyn Tsai
January 24, 2020

TOP 10 list: the best of the past decade

Esther Luan and Tiffany Wang
January 17, 2020

How books are chosen for English classes

Esther Luan and Oliver Ye
November 22, 2019

Girls’ soccer: Team must fill the defensive line to be successful again this season

Shama Gupta and Esther Luan
November 22, 2019

More vending machines with healthy offerings implemented around campus

Esther Luan and Kaasha Minocha
November 15, 2019

Revisiting Animal Jam: social inequality

Esther Luan
November 15, 2019

Thanksgiving break should be lengthened

Esther Luan
November 15, 2019

Phone-free spaces are effective but unnecessarily restrictive

Esther Luan and Anna Novoselov
November 15, 2019
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String quartet feature in marching band show provides new experience

Esther Luan
October 30, 2019

Falcons win Homecoming football game against Homestead, Homecoming dance well attended

Esther Luan
October 17, 2019

Memo to teachers: SHSTV should actually be shown in classrooms

Andy Chen and Esther Luan
October 15, 2019

Stop. Eating. In. The. Library.

Esther Luan
October 15, 2019

K-pop idol auditions not taken seriously

Esther Luan and Tiffany Wang
October 14, 2019

E-sports club achieves wide popularity but has no traditional meetings

Esther Luan and Andy Chen
October 14, 2019

Field trips foster social and applicational learning

Esther Luan
October 9, 2019

Lynbrook was right to fire Persky, the judge who was recalled as a result of the Brock Turner case

Nitya Marimuthu and Esther Luan
October 9, 2019

Class of ‘18 alumni march for world champion Blue Devils

Esther Luan and Maddie Jin
September 9, 2019

How TikTok created a new app market for itself

Esther Luan
September 9, 2019

Changes to bathroom policy unnecessary

Esther Luan and Shreya Katkere
September 9, 2019

New club policy limits growth

Esther Luan and Andy Chen
September 9, 2019
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