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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

The Saratoga Falcon
All content by Ethan Lin
Timing was right to lift mask mandate, but caution still important

Timing was right to lift mask mandate, but caution still important

Ethan Lin
March 20, 2022
The U.S should not pursue direct military action in Russo-Ukrainian crisis

The U.S should not pursue direct military action in Russo-Ukrainian crisis

Ethan Lin
March 18, 2022
The field hockey team runs onto the field at the beginning of their game against Homestead.

Fall recap: Successful seasons were rare, but athletes were happy to be back in the game

Christina Chang and Ethan Lin
December 6, 2021
The released finals schedule is set for the week of Dec. 13.

New finals schedule released

Ethan Lin
November 17, 2021
During college visits, colleges should not repeat information easily found on their website. 

College visits should humanize the admission process, focus less on numerical data

Ethan Lin
October 7, 2021
A typical four square layout at a school — surrounded by basketball courts and play structures. 

Four square: a monochromatic battleground of nostalgia

Ethan Lin
October 6, 2021
Senior Ethan Lin performing at the St. James Episcopal Parish in Wilmington, North Carolina.

Music summer camp teaches unexpected lessons

Ethan Lin
September 20, 2021
The new bell schedule in all its glory.

New bell schedule lacks consistency and wastes too much time

Ethan Lin
September 8, 2021
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Yoga for All club provides de-stressing exercises

Ethan Lin and Joann Zhang
May 28, 2021
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School has put adequate COVID-19 protocols in place

Ethan Lin
May 14, 2021
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Boys’ water polo tries to adapt after unexpected passing of coach

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
April 2, 2021
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Entering hybrid model elicits mixed reactions from students

Ethan Lin
April 2, 2021

Lockdowns in the U.S. can be made more effective

Ethan Lin
March 18, 2021
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WASC gives school maximum six-year term

Ethan Lin
March 8, 2021
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Diversity survey reveals views of ethnic and cultural representation in classes

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
January 21, 2021
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How to put more heart in HAERT modules

Ethan Lin
January 21, 2021
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Plans for hybrid schooling elicits mixed student reactions

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
January 21, 2021
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School hires new long-term subs, staff for second semester

Andy Chen and Ethan Lin
January 17, 2021
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Consumers should frown on Amazon for its treatment of workers

Ethan Lin
December 17, 2020
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Teachers find alternative ways to administer finals

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
December 14, 2020
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New advisory period elicits mixed reaction from students

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
October 22, 2020
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Team maintains COVID-19 guidelines as on-campus practice resumes

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
October 18, 2020
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‘Among Us’: enjoyable and rewarding

Benjamin Li and Ethan Lin
October 16, 2020
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ASB implements new club policies for virtual learning

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
September 10, 2020
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WASC, delayed by COVID-19, resumes in online format

Ethan Lin and Aaria Thomas
September 9, 2020
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District implements new remote learning bell schedule

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
August 26, 2020
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National History Day state finalists announced

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
May 19, 2020
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Transition to online learning continues

Andy Chen and Ethan Lin
May 10, 2020
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P.E. classes accommodate new quarantine conditions

Ethan Lin
May 10, 2020
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Students and teachers navigate online classes

Ethan Lin and Cici Xu
April 30, 2020
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Gen Z teens should not be blamed for addiction to phones

Ethan Lin and Tiffany Wang
April 1, 2020
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Teachers should not set deadlines at 11:59

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
March 25, 2020

Department chairs play an important role on campus

Ethan Lin and Brandon Wang
March 22, 2020
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The stigma of revealing mental health issues for professional athletes

Leo Cao and Ethan Lin
March 21, 2020
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Emotions should not be shared on social media after tragedy

Ethan Lin
March 9, 2020

Despite having some high-performing districts, California gets a C- in education

Ethan Lin and Tiffany Wang
January 28, 2020

Using tech, teachers start stream-lining process of tutorial check-ins

Ethan Lin and Oliver Ye
November 24, 2019

Boys’ water polo loses CCS first round

Ethan Lin and Alan Zu
November 24, 2019

California Healthy Kids Survey reveals alarming results

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
November 22, 2019

The invisible line that comedy should not cross

Ethan Lin
October 17, 2019

Boys’ water polo pushes for CCS

Ethan Lin and Alan Zu
October 17, 2019

Sophomore’s mother balances family life with piano career

Benjamin Li and Ethan Lin
October 16, 2019
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Boys’ water polo pushes for CCS 

Ethan Lin and Alan Zu
October 11, 2019

Boys’ polo players shoulder new responsibilities with changed roster

Ethan Lin and Alan Zu
September 9, 2019

So far lunch changes seem to waste time rather than saving it

Benjamin Li and Ethan Lin
September 9, 2019
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Clubs look to recruit new members amid tighter restrictions

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
September 9, 2019

Tutorial changes elicit mixed reactions

Ethan Lin and Kaitlyn Tsai
September 5, 2019
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