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Allied teams 95071X (right) and 1000A (left) celebrate after advancing to grand finals at the U.S. Open National Championship.
VEX Robotics team makes finalists in U.S. Open National Championship
April 10, 2025
Rally commissioners act out a skit inspired by “Beauty and the Beast.”
‘Beauty and the Beast’ rally builds hype before prom
April 10, 2025
Trustee Shawn Mortensen (far left) listens to a presentation at the district office during the school board’s March 11 meeting.
Meet Shawn Mortensen: LGSUHSD’s newest school board trustee
April 5, 2025
The Philharmonic Strings orchestra combined with the Freshman orchestra to play together in the non-competitive category of the conference.
SHS orchestras travel to Atlanta for National Orchestra Festival
April 4, 2025
During the summer of 2026, the music department will be traveling to perform in Japan.
Music department to tour Japan in summer of 2026
April 3, 2025
Cochrum helps a student during tutorial.
Cochrum reflects on educational journey with learning disability
April 5, 2025
An advertisement poster Leung made for the company.
Senior takes on remote social media job in New York
April 5, 2025
Courtesy of Montalvo Arts Center Often rented for weddings, the beautiful grounds of the Montalvo Arts Center is a popular place for hosting social events.
A nearby gem: the Montalvo Arts Center
April 3, 2025
Combining multiple skill-sets fosters collaboration and growth in ceramics class
April 2, 2025
Kinoshita films a fight scene for her college sophomore-year passion project, “The Veil” — her first time as Director of Photography
Stories that matter: Alumna pursues cinematography to inspire through storytelling
April 2, 2025
Ning launches a three against Sacred Heart as his teammates prepare to celebrate.
From 13th man to 3rd team all league — Steven Ning’s basketball journey
April 3, 2025
The beam training area at Gold Star Gymnastics.
Paying it forward for the next generation of gymnasts
March 31, 2025
Bossow wrestles against Bellarmine at Overfelt High on Dec. 6.
Wrestling team shows significant improvement this season
March 27, 2025
Coach Brian Liao talks game strategy with sophomores Andy Lu and Teegan Seid-Pham.
New head badminton coach brings valued guidance for players
March 27, 2025
President Riley Adler demonstrates yoga moves on the March 20 meeting, focused on the benefits of the practice.
Sports Medicine Club strives to teach athletes to be more aware of their body
March 26, 2025
Mangione’s alleged actions were wrong, but the diagnosis of America’s failing health-care system wasn’t
Mangione’s alleged actions were wrong, but the diagnosis of America’s failing health-care system wasn’t
March 31, 2025
Stay safe.
In a dark time, it’s time to know your rights
March 27, 2025
Starting next school year, more students are able to study at MIT without worrying about tuition.
Educational institutions are wise to offer free tuition to low-income families
March 26, 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
Students gather to eat and talk on the upper deck.
Prom 2025: A grape evening at the Mountain Winery
April 6, 2025
Courtesy of Imgflip If you’re going to stop reading this story right here, this meme sums up my entire high school experience (I been chilling with boba but it’s close enough). Seriously, though, John Cena’s Chinese is elite.
My high school life in memes
April 5, 2025
Courtesy of Neha Sharan Students compete in a co-ed tournament held at the India Community Center in Milpitas.
A sophomore’s gambit: encouraging more girls to take up chess
April 4, 2025
Top 10 celebrity baby names over the years
April 3, 2025
Students take a test in Mrs. Marks’ Spanish 3 class.
Spanish teacher Stephanie Marks connects language learning to current events
April 2, 2025
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The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon
All content by Gwynevere Hunger

Mock trial sketch artist wins county competition for second straight year

Gwynevere Hunger and Cassandra King

New murals in Large Gym aim to raise school spirit

Gwynevere Hunger

Second-semester seniors find inspiration

Anant Rajeev and Gwynevere Hunger

Dance team confident after big win

Gwynevere Hunger and Tiffany Zheng

Mock Trial team weighs wins and losses

Cassandra King and Gwynevere Hunger

Kardashian Q & A with senior Meera Rachamallu

Gwynevere Hunger

‘Frozen in Time’ dance draws high attendance

Gwynevere Hunger and Kyle Wang

Music department delights at winter concerts

Gwynevere Hunger

Girls’ volleyball comes back after coaching switch

Gwynevere Hunger

Homecoming week wraps up with crownings

Gwynevere Hunger

Spirit leaders pump up student body during Homecoming

Gwynevere Hunger and Tiffany Zheng

Sophomore dedicates time to go karting

Tiffany Zheng and Gwynevere Hunger

Women’s colleges foster close community

Gwynevere Hunger and Hannah Payne

Cheer and Dance teams take on the new year

Gwynevere Hunger and Michelle Lee

Senior wins national animation competition

Gwynevere Hunger

Choir, orchestra, band celebrate end of year with concerts

Claire Chou and Gwynevere Hunger

Team loses in first round of playoffs; finishes season strong

Emily Chen and Gwynevere Hunger

Juniors show love of sports by working as referees

Gwynevere Hunger

Sophomore builds strong connections through tech

Gwynevere Hunger and Vibha Seshadri

Winter percussion travels to Ohio for its first WGI competition

Claire Chou and Gwynevere Hunger

Fourth annual MESH concert bonds together music family

Gwynevere Hunger

United start into new girls’ lacrosse season

Gwynevere Hunger

Rose Bowl concert and fundraiser held for upcoming parade

Gwynevere Hunger

Burger joint smashes expectations

Gwynevere Hunger and Tiffany Zheng

Villa Montalvo a hidden, quick getaway

Gwynevere Hunger

Fresh start with new coaches for girls’ lacrosse

Gwynevere Hunger

Pop music snubs other genres of recognition at award shows

Gwynevere Hunger

Rowers enjoy serenity, benefits of sport

Gwynevere Hunger, Nidhi Jain, and Vibha Seshadri

Junior starts YouTube channel to showcase Bay Area

Gwynevere Hunger and Vibha Seshadri

ASB’s Winter Formal warms up student life

Gwynevere Hunger

Girls’ water polo secures spot in CCS despite missing players

Gwynevere Hunger and Stefanie Ting

Band invited to march at 2016 Rose Parade

Claire Chou and Gwynevere Hunger

Some younger students opting to take old SAT over revamped version

Gwynevere Hunger and Shreya Tumu

Girls’ water polo hurt by lack of key players in first tournament

Gwynevere Hunger and Stefanie Ting

No freaking policy not working

Gwynevere Hunger and Oksana Trifonova

Strong finish to the track season

Gwynevere Hunger and Nupur Maheshwari

Behind the scenes of prom

Gwynevere Hunger

New TV shows aim to be big hits

Gwynevere Hunger

Track: Team looks to bounce back after rough season

Gwynevere Hunger and Nupur Maheshwari

Much Buzz for Buzzfeed

Gwynevere Hunger
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Freshman jumps her way onto volleyball magazine

Gwynevere Hunger

The thought behind every gift

Gwynevere Hunger
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Beloved choir instructor Jim Yowell bids goodbye to Saratoga

Allison Lin and Gwynevere Hunger

Brain behind the coxswain

Gwynevere Hunger and Nupur Maheshwari

Freshman finds passion through Magic

Gwynevere Hunger

District hopes breaks offer enough relief to arduous October

Helen Chen, Gwynevere Hunger, and Oksana Trifonova

High School addiction: Instagram

Helen Chen and Gwynevere Hunger

Hispanic sophomores discuss their heritage

Atirath Kosireddy and Gwynevere Hunger

Falcon staffers crowned Homecoming royalty

Gwynevere Hunger, Nupur Maheshwari, and Gitika Nalwa

Costumes more provocative due to social media

Helen Chen and Gwynevere Hunger

Seniors pursue careers in music

Gwynevere Hunger

“Cafe LaCool” worth the trip

Vibha Seshadri and Gwynevere Hunger

The Vine vortex: social media app gains popularity

Gwynevere Hunger and Oksana Trifonova

Band welcomes new year with band camp and ‘annual informance’

Jade Bisht and Gwynevere Hunger
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