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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 Frederick Kim

34 students qualify for the American Invitational Mathematics Examination (AIME)

Frederick Kim and Sherrie Shen
March 20, 2018

Saratoga High National School Walkout

Frederick Kim
March 15, 2018

Lunar New Year Korean Club Performance

Frederick Kim
March 15, 2018

Raquel Boales Speak Up For Change Speech

Frederick Kim
February 16, 2018

Iman Laique Speak Up For Change Speech

Frederick Kim
February 15, 2018

Solomon Bailey Speak Up For Change Speech

Frederick Kim
February 14, 2018

Prashant Malyala Speak Up For Change Speech

Frederick Kim
February 14, 2018

75 students to take AMC math contest

Frederick Kim and Sherrie Shen
January 29, 2018

Highlights from Senior Quad Day 2017

Frederick Kim
November 6, 2017

Highlights from Freshmen Quad Day 2017

Frederick Kim
November 6, 2017

Falcon highlights of staff Quad Day 2017

Frederick Kim
October 3, 2017

Junior adapting well after recent move from Korea and Japan

Frederick Kim and Lina Kim
May 25, 2017

Solar panels should be required in California

Frederick Kim and Alexandra Li
May 16, 2017

M-SET team finishes build season, begins competitions

Frederick Kim and Roland Shen
March 30, 2017

ASB to amend school constitution in anticipation of upcoming election

Frederick Kim and Spring Ma
March 30, 2017

Campus conservatives remain steadfast on beliefs despite liberal environment

Frederick Kim and Victor Liu
March 24, 2017

As the NFL’s ratings drop, so do the chances of cable remaining viable

Frederick Kim and Alex Yang
March 19, 2017

Teachers enforces school’s tardy policy differently

Frederick Kim and Chelsea Leung
February 10, 2017

Straight out of Hollywood: the exploding light switch

Frederick Kim
February 6, 2017

Hollywood heroes have the right to political commentary; we have the right to disagree

Frederick Kim and Ryan Kim
February 6, 2017

Junior sees makeup as an art form, not a daily task

Frederick Kim and Jay Kim
January 17, 2017

School’s social media provides a window to school life

Frederick Kim and Elaine Sun
December 8, 2016

The early results are in: New schedule decreases number of tardies

Frederick Kim and Ryan Kim
October 27, 2016

Is six too many? All current compsci clubs are necessary

Frederick Kim and Roland Shen
October 26, 2016

Life Hack: Plastic water bottle reuse is cute but useless

Frederick Kim
October 23, 2016

Some students struggle with new APCS prerequisites

Frederick Kim and Vivien Zhang
September 29, 2016

Measure E projects take shape throughout the school

Frederick Kim and Ethan Ko
September 23, 2016
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Class of 2017 become first to take all four engineering courses

Frederick Kim and Neil Rao
September 22, 2016

Instagram stealing the show with same feature as Snapchat

Frederick Kim
September 18, 2016

Golf prepares for leagues after strong season

Frederick Kim, Trevor Leung, and Neil Rao
April 27, 2016

‘Bill Nye the Science Guy’ comical but outdated

Frederick Kim
April 25, 2016

‘The Jungle Book’ revival transforms comical animation

Frederick Kim
April 25, 2016

Golf tees up for new season

Frederick Kim, Neil Rao, and Trevor Leung
March 13, 2016

Engineering in Design and Development completes four-year program

Frederick Kim
March 13, 2016

APES students visit Año Nuevo to observe elephant seals

Frederick Kim and Jay Kim
March 11, 2016

Basketball: Girls’ motivation soars with victories against strong opponents

Frederick Kim and Jenny Qian
January 25, 2016

Burglars strike Saratoga neighborhoods

Frederick Kim, Angela Liu, Rachel Zhang, and Jason Zhao
January 21, 2016

New schedule comes with many concerns

Frederick Kim
January 21, 2016

Aspiring Marine pursues body-changing dream

Frederick Kim
January 18, 2016

Students need more lenient make-up work policy

Frederick Kim and Jay Kim
December 14, 2015

Irish dancing takes senior all over the world

Frederick Kim
November 11, 2015

Enrollment drops as freshman class numbers decline

David Fan and Frederick Kim
November 9, 2015

New cafe to be opened with handmade ceramicware

Frederick Kim
October 10, 2015

Costa Rica trip exceeds students’ expectations

Frederick Kim
October 8, 2015

PTSO Coffee meeting welcomes new and old parents, updates about the school

Frederick Kim
September 4, 2015

Both at-home essays and in-class essays are necessary

Frederick Kim
September 3, 2015
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