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During their first meeting on Sept. 12, Slime Club members mix a large bowl of glue with an activator to make slime.
New Slime Club is drawing over 60 members each meeting
September 26, 2024
At the first Speech and Debate club practice of the year, speech coach Jenny Cook delivers announcements.
Speech and debate members excel at June’s Nationals, adding momentum to fall competitions
September 24, 2024
Junior Nicole Hao works on her team’s robot on her lift mechanism.
All 5 VEX Robotics teams gear up for first competition on Oct. 13
September 22, 2024
Freshmen Arjun Vijaykumar, Samir Sharma and Adrian Etter play Ping Pong during lunch.
Falcon Nest upgrades continue into the new school year
September 21, 2024
Panian enjoys a weekly outing with his learners.
Blake Panian strives to teach students independence as the new school resource aide
September 20, 2024
The crevice is widening between the ideologies of America’s two leading parties.
Deepening political divides are fragmenting America
September 26, 2024
History classes rely on using reliable sources when discussing political events.
When politics intrude into the classroom
September 26, 2024
Big data corporations like Disney are more involved in data stealing than you may think.
Behind a curtain of ‘transparency,’ many companies process user data undercover
September 25, 2024
A name like that might just give poor X a case of torrential bullying.
Elon Musk cursed his son by naming him X æ A-xii Musk
September 24, 2024
The inside of the Palace is equipped with a kitchen, plenty of desks, a paper cutting machine and a massive bookshelf — much cozier than it appears from the outside.
From drab office to palatial Palace: the story behind the English department’s office space
September 23, 2024
In last year’s matchup with Santa Clara, senior Sydney Riera controls the game from the middle of the field.
Field hockey team hopes to find improvement during rebuild
September 24, 2024
Senior Kaylee Yeung performs in a 2023 Nutcracker production with her dance studio.
A leap of faith: Senior hopes to pursue ballet beyond high school
September 21, 2024
Sadie climbing at a Qualification Event (QE) competition, at Metal Mark in Fresno
Freshman climber works to elevate her skills
September 20, 2024
In May of 2022, baseball player Samanyu Ram stands on Saratoga’s home field after a CCS win against St. Thomas More.
Senior commits to NYU’s Division III baseball program
September 19, 2024
The dance team sells homemade baked goods at their bake sale at the Sept. 5 home football game against El Camino to fundraise for competition and costume costs.
Dance team welcomes new assistant coach who focuses on their technique and fitness
September 19, 2024
No phone use on campus will prove to be a health and safety hazard.
Cell phones have a healthy and necessary role in schools
September 26, 2024
In the dark reality of social media, family channels have let money and fame blind them.
YouTube Family channels too often lead to child exploitation
September 24, 2024
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump engaged in a heated debate last week.
Presidential candidates duke it out on the debate stage — who won?
September 23, 2024
K-pop has shifted from a genre of music to a lifestyle and cultural phenomenon.
K-pop draws millions of fans even though many of its teenage idols suffer behind the scenes
September 20, 2024
Junior Nirvan Shah faces off against junior Brady Liang at lunch on Sept. 16.
Student irresponsibility undermines the Falcon Nest’s true potential
September 18, 2024
The library is the perfect place to work
100-word rave: A love letter to tutorials
September 26, 2024
An example of a WeTip poster depicting the impact of negative comments hangs in Meghan Laws’ English classroom.
WeTip posters aim to provide a way to report harassment, bullying and other issues
September 26, 2024
Stationery products from Muji
Top 10 best stationery brands
September 24, 2024
A paper knife is like trying to become an academic weapon — it’s not as magnificent or sustainable as it appears.
New year, new habits: I tried to become an academic weapon
September 24, 2024
Making friendship bracelets was the highlight of our night.
Is it possible to have the perfect sleepover with your best friend?
September 23, 2024

The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon

Jane Lee, Lifestyles Editor

Jane Lee, Class of '26, is a Lifestyles Editor and Social Media Manager for the 2024-25 school year. Jane has reported on topics such as student athletes, academic competitions and the music program. She also received a JEANC Honorable Mention Award for her posts on The Falcon's Instagram. Outside of journalism, Jane enjoys performing as a part of the color guard, visiting cafes with her friends and crocheting.
All content by Jane Lee
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
We spent hours of our time in the music building practice rooms to film for our group projects.

Readings, role plays and really last-minute study sessions — a beginner’s guide to succeeding in AP Euro

Jane Lee and Anthony Luo
September 10, 2024
Messages such as this one will make you an academic weapon.

Photo or Graphic for: Burned out? Here are three study methods you’ve never heard of to help you bring your A-game

Ruiyan Zhu
September 7, 2024
Jean Hsu, pictured holding up her cat Dreamer, will be replacing Robert Wise as the new registrar.

New registrar quickly adjusts after major career change

Jane Lee
August 31, 2024
Try it before you judge me…

Photo or Graphic for: Try a strange but delectable food combination: Doritos dipped in cupcake frosting

Alec Guan
May 29, 2024
Junior Aiden Chen winds up for a pitch against Santa Clara on May 9.

Baseball falls short of CCS but builds for the future

Richard Fan and Jane Lee
May 23, 2024
Seniors Sophia Deng, Cherilyn Hu and Grace Li pose for a selfie together on the deck.

Prom 2024: An evening full of amazing sights and lasting memories

Jane Lee and Anthony Luo
May 22, 2024
Ece Guvener leaps into a split during one of her competitions

Freshman excels at rhythmic gymnastics 

Jane Lee
May 19, 2024
Percussion students from Redwood Middle School and Saratoga High School blow bubbles at the end of the combined band concert.

50 years of Saratoga Music Boosters celebrated at annual Pancake Breakfast

Saachi Jain, Anika Kapasi, Jane Lee, Anthony Luo, and Angela Tan
May 6, 2024
The taste of happiness sadly lasted only one day.

Photo or Graphic for: 100-word rant: Please bring back beef stew for school lunch

Richard Fan
April 30, 2024
Junior Doug Bettinger pitches during a home game against Santa Clara on March 21.

Baseball struggles with young roster and inconsistent execution 

Jane Lee
April 3, 2024
The flyer for the second annual Martha’s Kitchen Food Fight.

Second annual Martha’s Kitchen Food Fight pits SHS vs. local schools

Jane Lee
March 29, 2024
I always spent hours making bracelets with my sister on the weekends.

Rainbow Loom: the childhood hobby that led to crochet

Jane Lee
March 24, 2024
The Class of ‘24 girls practice for the senior girls’ act during rehearsal on Feb. 8. 

Bombay in the Bay is pushed back to Saturday and Sunday, but ticket sales remain strong

Jane Lee and Neal Malhotra
February 10, 2024
Senior Esabella Fung tosses a flag to senior Angelique Delacroix during CCGC Evaluations on January 20, 2024 at James Logan High School.

Winter Guard splits into two teams for the first time since 2019

Jane Lee
February 8, 2024
Planning my day with colorful highlighters always brings me joy.

Bullet journaling: the planning system I fell in love with

Jane Lee
February 6, 2024
Students wish their parents would show up for them physically, mentally and emotionally.

Parenting advice from teens: I wish…

Anika Kapasi and Jane Lee
February 6, 2024
Senior Simarya Ahuja and Class of ‘23 alumni Adam Xu, Anthony Wang, Siddharth Kamannavar, Nithya Krishna and Nilay Mishra (left to right) hold up the schedule card of the team they beat on May 27, 2023, the first day of prelims at Nationals.

Quiz Bowl team works to rebound from loss of stellar alumni

Jane Lee
February 6, 2024
EconBowl participants competed over a Zoom call, starting at 9 a.m.

Economics Club members branch out through their first competition experience

Jane Lee
December 14, 2023
My favorite activities to celebrate the holiday season!

A guide to Christmas: making the most out of the best holiday

Jane Lee
December 1, 2023
One of Green Committee’s projects last year was creating posters for the trash bins around campus.

Green Committee takes aim at single-use plastics, advocates for water refill stations and solar power

Jane Lee
October 21, 2023
Simarya Ahuja, George Hu, Alexa Shuey, and Caitlin Weber pose during the end-of-year MAP awards, SMASH’N, on June 2.

Seniors honored for their environmental documentary at international contest

Jane Lee
October 19, 2023
Junior Nathan Lee, senior Gabe Shyh, junior Aiden Chen and senior Cameron Nguyen lead the school’s Marching Band and Color Guard to the football field on Sept. 1, where they performed during halftime.

Keeping the band in time and on top: A peek into the responsibilities of the four drum majors

Jane Lee and Anthony Luo
October 16, 2023
Behavioral therapist Sora Kang works on her computer in one of the special education classrooms on Sept. 21.

New behavioral therapist aids other special education teachers

Jane Lee and Amy Luo
October 11, 2023
Senior Advaith Avadhanam and Class of 2023 alumni Anthony Wang, alongside other gold medalists, pose for a picture at the Math Olympiad Award Ceremony held in Tampa, Florida on Aug. 5.

National honors add up for school’s elite mathletes

Jane Lee
September 26, 2023
I love doing my homework in cafes like Starbucks while sipping coffee.

Studygram — guilt-inducing hoax or valuable academic lifeline?

Jane Lee
September 19, 2023
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