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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 Ethan Ko

Bursting the bubble: ‘Unsafe’ communities differ most in education

Daniel Bessonov and Ethan Ko
June 6, 2017

‘Attack on Titan’ returns with a spark after four-year hiatus

Ethan Ko and Christopher Lee
May 31, 2017

Tennis: Bells quash team’s CCS dreams

Ryan Kim and Ethan Ko
May 30, 2017

Youth Commissioners improve connection between city council and kids

Ethan Ko and Navin Tiwary
May 26, 2017

Tennis: Top-flight Monta Vista team defeats Falcons twice

Ryan Kim and Ethan Ko
March 30, 2017

New ID card system aims to make buying lunch more efficient

Cassandra King and Ethan Ko
March 23, 2017

Boys’ tennis prepares for CCS with new team

Ryan Kim and Ethan Ko
February 14, 2017

Former SHS English teacher returns to area as Argonaut principal

Ethan Ko and Christopher Lee
February 14, 2017

PTSO speaker discusses the effect of the digital age on students

Ethan Ko and Elaine Sun
February 13, 2017
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Retired soccer legend to join MAP Speaker Series

Ethan Ko
February 13, 2017

Former SHS English teacher returns to area as Argonaut principal

Ethan Ko and Christopher Lee
February 13, 2017

‘Zootopia’ attracts broader audiences with deep messages

Ethan Ko
December 9, 2016

Father of SHS freshman runs for high school district board position

Ethan Ko and Alexandra Li
October 26, 2016

Measure E projects take shape throughout the school

Frederick Kim and Ethan Ko
September 23, 2016

Prop 47 not ideal solution for reducing jail overpopulation

Ethan Ko and Alexandra Li
September 22, 2016

Kaepernick’s actions unnecessary

Ethan Ko and Neil Rao
September 20, 2016
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