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Heath Rocha at the Nov. 12 board meeting after assuming the role of interim superintendent.
Interim superintendent seeks to bridge gap between district office, two schools
November 14, 2024
Juniors Jack Dong and Nathan Liu (left to right) interview Dr. Tony Masri about sleep.
Students receive expert advice at ‘Sleeping Can Be Your Secret Hack’ Q&A
November 11, 2024
The marching band and color guard take the field for their final performance of their 2024 field show, “The Show Must Go On.”
Marching band closes its season placing second at the WBA Regional Championships in LA
November 11, 2024
Students in the marching band and color guard perform their show “The Show Must Go On” at the Oct. 26 Cupertino Tournament of Bands.
Marching band takes fourth place at Cupertino High competition
November 4, 2024
A child presses on the button, triggering the smasher.
Robotics hosts its 3rd annual SMASH event, fueling Halloween excitement and offering new activities
November 3, 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
Out of the five chemical showers in the science hall, this chemical shower lies outside chemistry teacher Kathy Nakamatsu’s classroom.
Chemical showers act as essential safeguards in science wing
October 30, 2024
Show Peppa Pig — a childhood idol — some respect
Show Peppa Pig — a childhood idol — some respect
October 28, 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
Receiver Sawyer Chao driving through Gunn’s defense.
Injury-plagued Falcons limp to the end of season with three losses
November 11, 2024
Senior Sydney Riera makes a pass during the team’s senior night game on Oct. 30.
Field hockey misses CCS after tough loss vs Presentation High on penalty shots
November 7, 2024
Junior Sahaana Potti has committed to Pepperdine.
Sahaana Potti verbally commits to playing Division I soccer at Pepperdine
November 1, 2024
A Fantasy Premier League squad’s performance on game week 5
Sophomores find fantasy leagues make professional sports more entertaining to watch
October 28, 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
An assortment of differently colored onions — all of which taste terrible.
A 200-word perspective on the terrible taste of onions
October 28, 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 warmth of the holiday season can come from a variety of foods other than meaty dishes.
Vegetarian alternatives to staple Thanksgiving foods
October 31, 2024
We went to Costco to review their Halloween selections and were immediately drawn to this adorable squishmallow.
Costco’s Halloween essentials: our recommendations
October 30, 2024
My initial fervor started to decline in June, as my stress levels went down, and my days began to become very standardized.
New year, new me?: My journey through journaling
October 30, 2024

The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon
All content by Joann Zhang
We love astrology!

We love astrology!

Shreya Rallabandi and Joann Zhang
December 1, 2021
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Culture of Consent’s trigger warning email incites teacher backlash

Christopher Chen and Joann Zhang
November 19, 2021
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Atrey Desai and Viraaj Reddi
October 7, 2021
Foot injury pushes freshman to try golf and now she’s the school’s No. 1 player

Foot injury pushes freshman to try golf and now she’s the school’s No. 1 player

Harshini Velchamy and Joann Zhang
October 7, 2021

Prejudice against rap is stupid

Joann Zhang
October 6, 2021
‘Currents’: galactic synth elevates earthly concerns of today

‘Currents’: galactic synth elevates earthly concerns of today

Joann Zhang
September 5, 2021
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Yoga for All club provides de-stressing exercises

Ethan Lin and Joann Zhang
May 28, 2021
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Getting a summer body through esports

Joann Zhang
March 22, 2021
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Jonathan Li
December 3, 2020
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Speech and debate novices navigate their way through an online season

Selina Chen and Joann Zhang
December 2, 2020
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A dummy’s guide to tarot

Joann Zhang
December 1, 2020
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Shreya Rallabandi
November 4, 2020
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Photo or Graphic for: ‘Radio Silence’: A book about becoming who you are

Lily Zhang
November 3, 2020
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The Ordinary: gas or trash?

Joann Zhang
September 5, 2020
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How I built better habits with Headspace

Joann Zhang
September 5, 2020
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For speech and debaters, national tournaments bring excitement and stress

Serena Li and Joann Zhang
February 13, 2020

Athletes say healthy bulking bolsters performance

Joann Zhang and Amanda Zhu
February 10, 2020

How to pretend you’re not single on Valentine’s Day

Joann Zhang and Amanda Zhu
February 7, 2020

Gucci flip flops? More like Glucci!

Joann Zhang
December 9, 2019

Pure passion for badminton fuels Mar

Lihi Shoshani and Joann Zhang
December 9, 2019

Rejection? More like self-affection!

Joann Zhang
November 20, 2019

Tough luck in New York: Speech and debate team doesn’t perform as hoped in Bronx competition

Joann Zhang and Serena Li
October 30, 2019

Freshman ice dancer places fourth at national competition

Joann Zhang
October 30, 2019

Chains, TikTok, beanies and more

Jonathan Li and Joann Zhang
October 30, 2019

Pumpkin spice: overbearing or a fall essential?

Joann Zhang
October 17, 2019

Oh Wonder is wOHfully WO(u)NDERrated

Joann Zhang
October 14, 2019

Is Tastea tasty?

Joann Zhang
October 4, 2019

Riding a four-game winning streak, girls’ volleyball players aim to keep vibe going

Serena Li and Joann Zhang
September 24, 2019

Cheer alumna returns to coach, will allow team to compete

Jeanette Zhou and Joann Zhang
September 19, 2019
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