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Mothers of middle and high school students from across the Bay Area listen to MomsConnect 2024 panelists on Sept. 22.
Safine among panelists for non-profit Chai with Moms inaugural event
October 10, 2024
Ward talks to a representative from Hult International Business School as part of a college fair on Sept. 23
The CCC’s services are here to help students through the application process
October 5, 2024
To conserve paper and reduce the risk of cheating, College Board has made the decision to transition toward an almost fully digital testing model for their Advanced Placement (AP) courses.
Changes to AP testing procedures set to take effect in 2025
October 5, 2024
“A Dark Future” currently holds three titles: Lift-off Global Network Sessions Official Selection, Official Winners of the One Earth Film Festival Young Filmmakers Contest and Regeneration International Youth Film Selection.
MAP grade 11 project “A Dark Future” wins International Environmental Film Award
September 29, 2024
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
A screenshot of SHS Fizz where students post content ranging from academics to shower thoughts
New SHS-focused Instagram confessions page stirs concerns
October 4, 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
Young NFL stars James Cook and Marvin Harrison Jr. celebrated their breakout campaigns in blowout victories.
Fantasy Football Overview Weeks 1-4: Wild breakout performances and disappointing injuries
October 5, 2024
On Aug. 24, Zhang competes in the 50-meter freestyle in the preliminary round at Junior Pan-Pacific Championships.
Talented swimmer goes to Australia to compete at 2024 Junior Pan-Pacific Championships
September 30, 2024
Freshmen Delsin Dizoglio and Kaylee Ren play physical tic-tac-toe in period 6 P.E.
New mandatory P.E. rule for freshmen goes into effect
September 29, 2024
The Falcons huddle before their first scrimmage of the season against Evergreen on Sept. 5th.
Football team sees hard work pay off as a dominant 42-7 win against the Pioneers places them 2-0 in league
September 29, 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
The balance of power at the school sites is heavily outweighed by the district.
Staff editorial: As the board levels up on district office personnel, LG and SHS staff suffer negative impacts
October 10, 2024
The Monopoly theme is a mere shadow of what it could have been.
This year’s Homecoming theme for the senior class is a major disappointment
October 10, 2024
Kamala Harris represents the U.S. in international politics.
Kamala Harris brings long-awaited and indispensable gender and ethnic representation to U.S. politics
September 30, 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
Real-life image of my friend with AirPods while studying.
Top-10 classical music pieces to take a listen to
October 5, 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

The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon
All content by Jay Kim

Top 10 April fools pranks

Ava Hooman and Jay Kim
April 1, 2018

Seniors continue passion for basketball through rec league

Siva Sambasivam, Alex Wang, and Jay Kim
January 31, 2018

Boys’ soccer overcomes injuries to key players

Jay Kim and Sandhya Sundaram
January 29, 2018

Top 10 ways for a non-fan to survive Super Bowl LII

Jay Kim and Victor Liu
January 29, 2018

Unqualified chefs make apple rose puff pastries

Jay Kim and Alex Wang
January 23, 2018

Ten tips for a great formal asking

Jay Kim and Victor Liu
November 27, 2017

Chen and Morelle join the Sharks

Jay Kim and Elaine Toh
October 19, 2017

Girls tennis: Players prepare for another winning season with 4 new players

Jay Kim and Annissa Mu
September 5, 2017

Golf team ends Paly’s five-year winning streak

Jay Kim
May 24, 2017

Junior Prom draws big turnout; some say venue too small

Jay Kim and Michelle Lee
May 8, 2017
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Boys’ tennis: Team finishes second in league, prepares for CCS

Jay Kim and Elizabeth Lee
May 3, 2017

Annual March Madness tournament promotes school unity

Jay Kim and Roland Shen
March 11, 2017

AMC to take place; math club looks forward to foster interest

Jay Kim and Michael Zhang
January 29, 2017

Freshman jump ropes her way to the national level

Jay Kim and Michelle Lee
January 27, 2017

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

Frederick Kim and Jay Kim
January 17, 2017

Students seek recognition at first off-campus math competition

Jay Kim and Michael Zhang
December 15, 2016

Do you really know your limit?

Jay Kim, Elizabeth Lee, and Amy Tang
November 18, 2016

Boys’ water polo: Captain says Falcons need better teamwork

Jay Kim and Michelle Lee
October 17, 2016
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Band a time-consuming but valuable aspect of senior’s life

Elizabeth Lee and Jay Kim
October 15, 2016

Senior discovers his passion through the internet

David Fan and Jay Kim
October 14, 2016

Teachers transition back in from maternity leave

Harshini Ramaswamy and Jay Kim
October 13, 2016

Senior MAP class travels to San Francisco, learns culture, history

Jay Kim
October 12, 2016

Freshman figure skater sets high goals

Jay Kim and Michelle Lee
October 11, 2016
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Homecoming royalty honored

Jay Kim
October 9, 2016

‘Vampire Diaries’ superfan travels out of state

Jay Kim
September 10, 2016

Alumnus returns to serve school’s music program

Jay Kim
September 9, 2016

Former district office worker takes role as principal’s secretary

Jay Kim
September 9, 2016

Seniors create database with students’ perspectives, notes on classes

Jay Kim
September 9, 2016

Boys’ Water Polo: Players work to fill in missing gaps

Jay Kim and Michelle Lee
September 9, 2016
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Yim steps down as Math Club adviser

Jay Kim and Michael Zhang
September 8, 2016

Softball team perseveres through regular season, qualify for CCS

Jay Kim and Julia Miller
May 24, 2016
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Before teaching, econ teacher spent years as glazier and soldier

Jay Kim and Charin Park
May 11, 2016

Baseball team works harder as CCS approaches

Jay Kim and Roland Shen
April 27, 2016

Team has rough start to season, things looking up for CCS

Julia Miller and Jay Kim
April 27, 2016
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Drama student’s skills make him a versatile performer

Jay Kim and Neehar Thumaty
April 24, 2016

NYU provides balance between academics and entertainment

Jay Kim
April 23, 2016

Boys’ volleyball plans to return with another stellar season

Roland Shen and Jay Kim
March 16, 2016

APES students visit Año Nuevo to observe elephant seals

Frederick Kim and Jay Kim
March 11, 2016

Sophomore hopes for successful season despite delay

Julia Miller and Jay Kim
March 11, 2016

New sophomore the ‘Seoul’ of baseball team

Jay Kim and Amith Galivanche
March 8, 2016

Freshman synchronized figure skater gets motivation and comfort from team

Jay Kim
February 6, 2016

Speak Up for Change aims to unite student body

Caitlyn Chen and Jay Kim
January 22, 2016

Students need more lenient make-up work policy

Frederick Kim and Jay Kim
December 14, 2015

Students prepare for rigorous course load over the summer

Jay Kim and Katherine Zhou
October 10, 2015

Community commission hosts Second Harvest Food Drive

Jay Kim
October 9, 2015

FIFA corruption disappoints soccer fans

Jay Kim
October 8, 2015

Rieber joins staff to assist students with learning differences

Jay Kim
September 4, 2015

Axelsson substitutes for teacher out on maternity leave

Jay Kim
September 4, 2015
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