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There is one MOSAIC lesson remaining in the 2024-25 school year.
MOSAIC wins county-wide award for student impact
March 24, 2025
Sophomore Eric Liang and his VEX team 2041V pose for a photo after winning a competition
The road less traveled: choosing to do robotics outside of the school’s well-known teams
March 22, 2025
Juniors hike along the ocean view at the Año Nuevo State Park on March 13.
AP Environmental Science classes embark on the 14th annual Año Nuevo visit
March 22, 2025
Little by little, the animal rights movement continues to grow in both support and action.
Analysis: Animal rights movement shines light on humanity’s cruelty
March 22, 2025
The district is looking to replace the school’s security cameras, which were installed around campus in places like the corner of the music building as far back as 2016.
New district plans include updated facility rental policies and revamped campus security systems
March 21, 2025
Chowdri ices macaroons at El Chico in Prayaraj, India.
Sophomore pursues patisserie passion as her small business
March 22, 2025
Like thrillers, mathematics and history? Watch “The Imitation Game.”
WWII movie: ‘The Imitation Game’ shines light on a dark time
March 21, 2025
Haworth’s photo of pop artist Chloe George on March 5 of last year became the cover of George’s single “Heart of Glass.”
Junior gains confidence, praise for her concert photography
March 21, 2025
Sophomore Cuttlefish member Maxwell Tham works intently on his Phoenix Unlimbited Hand in order to get certified by e-NABLE.
MSET Cuttlefish expand efforts to help those in need across the globe
March 21, 2025
Timothy Wei presents at a NeurIPS Workshop in Vancouver on Dec. 14, 2024.
Senior gains research experience in wildfire prevention and fall detection
March 19, 2025
Brennan runs with the ball in a lacrosse game last season against Gunn.
Two paths, one team — siblings’ shared support transcends different sports
March 25, 2025
Sophomore Sina Mohtaj-Khorassani warms up before a scrimmage.
Promising freshmen primed boost boys’ tennis team’s chances
March 22, 2025
Iris gets some setter reps while practicing with her dad.
Athletes navigate sports with their fathers on the sideline as coaches
March 21, 2025
Students play girl’s flag football during the 2024 Falcon Puff competition.
Could flag football be a school sport next fall?
March 21, 2025
Swimmers compete at home on Feb. 28 against Lynbrook.
Swim team optimistic for coming season with many new freshmen
March 21, 2025
Nationwide voter turnout since 2002, blue is presidential, yellow is midterm
Sagging voter participation puts democracy at risk
March 22, 2025
Cutting the tree of the Department of Education in half.
DOGE’s cuts for educational programs cause instability and loss of research confidence
March 19, 2025
The average tuition and fees for public colleges have decreased, while increase in private college tuition has slowed.
Unlike critics of CollegeBoard suggest, the cost of attending public colleges will likely decrease
March 19, 2025
Students have varying opinions on MOSAIC’s effectiveness — how do we reduce the stigma around the issues it tackles?
Lessons to tackle: MOSAICs can be even more effective with a few tweaks and updates
March 18, 2025
Research shows that optimal learning temperatures lie between 68 and 79 degrees Fahrenheit.
Extreme classroom temperatures swings not conducive to effective learning
March 16, 2025
For nearly three decades, Mr. Tyler’s mugshots have looked so similar, yet so different. The one on the left is from 1996, his first year teaching here; the one on the right is from earlier this year.
Top 10: Tyler yearbook mugshots
March 25, 2025
Products of the business come in different categories such as bird collection, summer special, or custom choice
Sophomore transforms crocheting hobby into a new business in only a year
March 25, 2025
Club officers provide homemade baked goods for members to enjoy.
Brownies, cakes, cupcakes, cookies — what’s not to love about the new baking club?
March 22, 2025
The Falcon’s podium of top 10’s.
Top 10: Top 10’s
March 22, 2025
These Asian snacks are my guilty pleasures.
Weee! Asian snacks are my lifeline when trying to stay productive
March 22, 2025

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Grace Lin

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Seniors Shaan Janardhan and Naahur Sajwan face off in Bombay in the Bay’s All Male Dance.

Photo or Graphic for: Senior Indian Cultural Awareness club officers reflect on last month’s Bombay in the Bay performance

Shirina Cao and Sasha Prasad
March 21, 2025
All members of AGD pose in a final group photo.

Photo or Graphic for: Indian Cultural Awareness Club puts on 20th annual Bombay in the Bay show with stunning costumes and energetic music

Sanyukta Ravishankar
February 22, 2025
Junior Elizabeth Kline reading her English book.

‘Beloved’ and ‘Kindred’ offer juniors different paths to understanding the historic implications of slavery

Grace Lin
February 13, 2025
Our food spread, featuring Mendocino’s baby blue paper bag.

Mendocino Farms: great sandwiches, challenging wait times

Grace Lin and Ruiyan Zhu
February 11, 2025
Students from Future Business Leaders of America and Inspiring Future America work on survival kits Sacred Heart in the Student Center.

Bringing back service to campus on MLK Day

Grace Lin
February 4, 2025
I contemplate between two different Owala FreeSip colors at Target.

My journey to find the perfect water bottle ends with Owala

Grace Lin
December 13, 2024
Seniors Saatvik Kommareddi and Gautham Jasti act as commentators for the Nov. 1 football game.

3 home football games broadcast live this season thanks to efforts of student volunteers

Grace Lin
November 25, 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

Shirina Cao and Grace Lin
November 2, 2024
Teen Advisory Board holds their monthly meeting.

Saratoga Library’s Teen Advisory Board hosts activities to involve the community

Grace Lin and Evangelina Stepanchenko
October 28, 2024
Hendley and Mohr take a customer’s order at the cash register.

Diligent search lands friends new jobs at Vitality Bowls

Grace Lin
October 24, 2024
Moments before we (unfortunately) tasted our least favorite boba.

Our sweet adventure: uncovering the hidden boba gems in the Bay

Jane Lee and Grace Lin
September 16, 2024
Sophomore Alma Garniek begins her shift at TEAZENTEA.

New bubble tea store opens in downtown Saratoga

Grace Lin and Evangelina Stepanchenko
September 15, 2024
David Dobrik posing at the Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards.

The verdict on YouTuber David Dobrik’s wacky morning routine: not worth it

Christina Labban and Grace Lin
June 3, 2024
Leo Shetler rows at a competition in Boston.

Sports: 2023-2024 notable athlete achievements

Richard Fan, Bill Huang, and Grace Lin
May 21, 2024
Temu’s graphic for their slogan “Shop Like a Billionaire.”

Temu: a controversial site that lives up to its hype

Grace Lin
May 17, 2024
Sophomore ASB Secretary candidate Jena Lew first designed her poster and got approval from activities director Kristen Cunningham before hanging them up around campus.

Posters on campus come with restrictions, approval process

Grace Lin
May 15, 2024
Students collaborate for a scenetic painting project to learn how to paint bricks, wood, and marble.

Behind the scenes: What happens in Stage Tech 

Grace Lin
May 9, 2024
Costco Wholesale’s drawing of the new Prospect location with rooftop parking.

New proposed Costco near Prospect High School, Saratoga neighborhoods raises concerns about traffic 

Grace Lin and Ruiyan Zhu
March 28, 2024
Sophia Farone sprints after the ball during the girls lacrosse game against Los Gatos.

Girls’ lacrosse rebuilds with new team

Grace Lin
March 15, 2024
The countless “toga” accounts students can follow on Instagram.

A guide to navigating the countless ‘toga’ and ‘shs’ Instagram accounts

Grace Lin
March 14, 2024
Screenshot of “togaconfessions_,” one of the many confession-type pages run by Saratoga High School students.

Instagram pages like togaconfessions_ prove to be veiled breeding grounds for toxicity and cyberbullying

Grace Lin and Ruiyan Zhu
March 13, 2024
The crosswalks between Herriman Avenue and Lexington Court in front of the school.

Drivers need to slow down for the safety of students

Grace Lin
February 17, 2024
A Friday Letter was sent out announcing the return of lacrosse.

With coaches now hired, lacrosse makes a return

Grace Lin and Nika Svizhenko
January 26, 2024
During break time, students get distracted by their screens.

Breaking down breaks: There are better ways to stay refreshed in class

Grace Lin
January 21, 2024
The weight room has the equipment needed for conditioning and strength training.

Weight room reopens for all students after school

Grace Lin and Christina Labban
January 8, 2024
A bar graph of the survey results for multiple schools, comparing pre-covid levels in 2018 to post-covid levels in 2021.

Pandemic slowed substance use rates among teens; those numbers are rising again

Saachi Jain, Grace Lin, and Ruiyan Zhu
November 16, 2023
While sports can only rely on donations, they require a considerable amount of money to be able to run.

Parent donations crucial to keep sports running

Grace Lin
November 16, 2023
Ever since flipped classrooms came into play, our worlds turned upside down.

Flipping out: Why we can’t stand flipped classrooms

Grace Lin and Florence Wei
November 8, 2023
Players in the game “Total Roblox Drama” decide who to vote off their team.

Playing online games strengthens our friendship

Grace Lin
October 14, 2023
The cars at the homecoming halftime show line up while waiting for the homecoming court to be escorted into their cars.

What runs behind bringing old-fashioned cars to Homecoming halftime

Grace Lin and Mindi Hendley
October 1, 2023
Freshman Eva Cleland starts riding home on her $2000 e-bike.

Photo or Graphic for: More teens using sometimes risky e-bikes, raising safety concerns

Grace Lin & Ruiyan Zhu
September 28, 2023
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