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School ramps up AED count on campus
November 20, 2024
Students listen to Natasha Schatzman’s presentation in the student center on Nov. 15.
NASA aerospace engineer shares research in aeromechanics and aeroacoustics
November 20, 2024
Acting superintendent Heath Rocha speaks during the Nov. 12 board meeting.
New concerns arise over former superintendent Sanderson’s 2022 hiring
November 20, 2024
The flyer for this year’s Winter Formal hangs up around school and is posted on social media.
Tickets for Winter Formal sell out before purchase window closes
November 20, 2024
Saratoga Team 1, senior Alan Lu, junior Lawson Wang, sophomores Andy Lu and Seabert Mao, senior Skyler Mao and sophomore Vivian Zhong (left to right), hold their 3rd place trophy.
Math club places third at Berkeley tournament
November 17, 2024
Actress Naomi Scott playing Skye Riley brings to life a terrifying transformation through subtle changes.
‘Smile 2’ mixes traditional jump scare and psychological horror
November 20, 2024
BASIC officers at a boba fundraiser on Oct. 2.
BASIC club emphasizes youth action on humanitarian aid
November 18, 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
Senior Saira Ramakrishnan pitches for the Saratoga Falcons.
Senior softball player commits to University of Rochester
November 20, 2024
The team gathered around a fire during their retreat to enjoy s’mores and build team chemistry.
Girls’ basketball team aims to build winning culture in pre-season after eye-opening retreat
November 20, 2024
Recap of fall sports.
Fall Sports Recap: Toga teams fight hard to the end
November 16, 2024
The girls’ tennis team poses for a group photo.
Girls’ tennis finishes the regular season with a solid victory
November 16, 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
Cigarette packaging should depict frightening images on the front and sides, clearly communicating the consequences of smoking.
Cigarette packaging needs to be more graphic in its dire warnings
November 15, 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
Personally, I really need some noodle slippers.
My 8-year-old self would be sad to see ‘5-Minute Crafts’ go — but I’m not
November 20, 2024
A hearty stew such as a beef bourguignon is perfect for a cold winter day.
Winter break bucket list: cooking galore
November 18, 2024
Don’t hate until you try it.
Top 10: weirdly good food combos that might get you flamed
November 16, 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 Saratoga Falcon

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All content by Hannah Lee
Idan takes a selfie during his first week at SHS

Senior Mag 2023: How a transfer student found his place in Saratoga

George Huang and Hannah Lee
August 30, 2023
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Senior Mag 2023: Twin Trouble

George Huang and Hannah Lee
August 30, 2023
High school do’s and don’ts for dummies

High school do’s and don’ts for dummies

Jason Cheng and Hannah Lee
March 15, 2023
Wave to earth are a South Korean indie-rock band and debuted on Aug. 23, 2019 with the single “wave” followed by “light” on Nov. 18.

Underrated artist spotlight: wave to earth

Hannah Lee
March 7, 2023
SZA performs on tour in 2017 following the release of “Ctrl.”

SZA saves souls on ‘SOS’

Jason Cheng and Hannah Lee
January 31, 2023
Several clips of frontman Matty Healy from the North American leg of The 1975 tour, “The 1975: At Their Very Best,” have gone viral.

The 1975’s ‘Being Funny in a Foreign Language’ is a love-fueled blend of genres

Jason Cheng and Hannah Lee
January 26, 2023
Swift released a total of 20 new songs on her new soundtrack “Midnights.”

‘Midnights’ will keep you wide awake even after the clock strikes 12

Jason Cheng and Hannah Lee
November 7, 2022
Rapper Tory Lanez performs at the 2016 WayHome Music and Arts Festival.

Tory Lanez broadens horizons on ‘Alone at Prom’ despite legal trouble

Jason Cheng and Hannah Lee
November 6, 2022
Sophomore Megha Horantur hits the ball at a tennis game.

Girls’ tennis: Falcons have mixed results in quest to return to De Anza

Hannah Lee and Victoria Lin
September 30, 2022
Laufey’s debut album was released on Aug. 26.

Laufey takes hopeless romantics on a ride with ‘Everything I Know About Love’

Hannah Lee
September 20, 2022

Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more than just women’s lives

Hannah Lee
May 30, 2022
73 questions: conversations with the school community

73 questions: conversations with the school community

Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Sarah Zhou
May 30, 2022
Grad Night to be hosted at school on June 2

Grad Night to be hosted at school on June 2

Hannah Lee and Stephanie Sun
May 26, 2022
No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1.

Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players

Hannah Lee and Aiden Ye
March 18, 2022
Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities

Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities

Hannah Lee
March 16, 2022
Producer of ‘Butter’ explains how its making was a family affair

Producer of ‘Butter’ explains how its making was a family affair

Hannah Lee and Stephanie Sun
March 16, 2022

My life’s a blur

Hannah Lee
March 12, 2022
Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture

Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture

Hannah Lee
November 22, 2021
Jaz’s Blog: Junior experiments with emotion-packed poetry on self-made blog

Jaz’s Blog: Junior experiments with emotion-packed poetry on self-made blog

Hannah Lee
November 12, 2021
The struggles of being unfunny

The struggles of being unfunny

Hannah Lee and Stephanie Sun
November 1, 2021
New Texas abortion law targets poor woman and sidesteps the Constitution

New Texas abortion law targets poor woman and sidesteps the Constitution

Hannah Lee
October 7, 2021

@artby_apoorva: a documented journey for an aspiring artist

Atrey Desai and Hannah Lee
October 6, 2021
Robotics members excited by new facilities funded by Measure E

Robotics members excited by new facilities funded by Measure E

Atrey Desai and Hannah Lee
September 9, 2021
Time’s up for overlooking sexual misconduct in rekindling of China’s #MeToo movement

Time’s up for overlooking sexual misconduct in rekindling of China’s #MeToo movement

Hannah Lee
September 8, 2021
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The Golden Age of Hollywood wasn’t obscene — and for a good reason

Hannah Lee
May 13, 2021
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Pandemic gratitude: reflecting on the good, bad and ugly

Hannah Lee
May 6, 2021
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NBA holds All-Star game, events despite controversy

Vinay Gollamudi and Hannah Lee
March 18, 2021
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Bringing back iconic Nickelodeon show is a smart move for Netflix

Hannah Lee
March 18, 2021
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Q&A: Winter can usher in seasonal depression

Hannah Lee
January 29, 2021
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New year, new ‘You’

Hannah Lee
January 13, 2021
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Music department launches virtual final performance after unprecedented semester of adjustment

Jason Cheng and Hannah Lee
December 11, 2020
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Proposition 16 failed due to being underdeveloped and not inclusive of all POC

Hannah Lee
December 9, 2020
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1960s James Bond sensibility out-of-touch with #MeToo era

Hannah Lee
December 1, 2020
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It’s raining cats and dogs: Seeking a furry companion in the midst of a pandemic

Hannah Lee and Amanda Zhu
November 4, 2020
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Toxic TikTok: Self-love and body image on the ‘For You’ page

Hannah Lee
October 16, 2020
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Thrifting is NOT as easy as others make it seem

Hannah Lee
October 10, 2020
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Despite big-time cast, Netflix thriller ‘The Devil All the Time’ disappoints

Hannah Lee
October 10, 2020
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College admissions induce anxiety amidst pandemic

Hannah Lee
September 17, 2020
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Music program utilizes editing software to replicate ensemble while in online setting

Jason Cheng and Hannah Lee
September 14, 2020
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Quarantine helps reporters develop healthy habits and fun self-care tasks

Kaasha Minocha and Hannah Lee
August 29, 2020
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