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Cuttlefish drivers strategize before their match.
FTC robotics teams flex their strength at Regionals
March 2, 2025
Members of the Saratoga debate team pose for a group picture during the James Logan Invitational.
Speech and debate rocks the circuit in the new year
March 1, 2025
Field setup starts off with marking the perimeter of the field with a wooden wall
MSET’s First Robotics Competition team gears up for upcoming season
February 27, 2025
The Class of ‘25 lines up to take their final bow at the end of the first show.
Indian Cultural Awareness Club puts on 20th annual Bombay in the Bay show with stunning costumes and energetic music
February 22, 2025
At the very minimum, active advertising of harmful, addictive substances shouldn’t be constantly exposed to children going to school.
In a bad sign, ever more marijuana shops are popping up near schools
February 14, 2025
Zinman (bottom right) poses with Tufts’ Mock Trial team.
Serendipity: Alumnus finds national success in Mock Trial in his first year
March 4, 2025
Both social and academic peer pressure play a prominent role in students' decisions and lives at SHS.
Navigating the school’s web of academic, parental and social pressures
March 4, 2025
Sonic, Tails and Knuckles team up against the mysterious Shadow the Hedgehog in an action-packed movie.
’Sonic the Hedgehog 3:’ fast and fun but forgettable
March 2, 2025
A tier list of the top nominations from the 97th Academy Awards.
The 2025 Oscars: predictions and most deserving films
March 1, 2025
After controversial lawsuits, photos of Beyoncé, Jay-Z, and Diddy resurfaced on the internet.
Gratitude with fear: grappling with all the Beyoncé conspiracy theories
March 1, 2025
Jeremy Lin on Time Magazine.
Linsanity sparked a legacy beyond basketball for me and others
March 4, 2025
Team pictures of each of the four winter sports teams, girls’ basketball, girls’ soccer, boys’ basketball and boys’ soccer.
This winter marks historic seasons for both basketball and soccer
March 2, 2025
The team huddles during their CCS quarterfinals game against Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory
Boys’ basketball team falls to Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory in CCS Division-III quarterfinals
March 2, 2025
Some of the most notable players who have been traded during this year’s trade deadline. (Left to Right: Zach Lavine, De’Aaron Fox, Luka Doncic, Anthony Davis and Brandom Ingram)
NBA thrown into chaos due to shocking high-profile trades
February 25, 2025
Members of the dance team hold a pose in their competition pom routine, performing at the girls’ basketball game on Jan. 17.
Dance team brings back traditional halftime basketball performances
February 22, 2025
America’s mental health crisis does not receive the attention it deserves
America’s mental health crisis does not receive the attention it deserves
March 2, 2025
Seniors lock your cars before the underclassmen sneak in.
100-word rant: Underclassmen, wait your turn and stop sneaking off campus during lunches
March 2, 2025
It’s about time to rebalance the scale of power.
America’s allies must limit Trump’s power grab
March 1, 2025
In large classes, it’s difficult to share my opinions often.
Why class sizes should not exceed 30
February 14, 2025
With the release of more AI language models like Deepseek, we are hopeful to see a future of the industry with more diverse options for users.
Public attention on DeepSeek fuels discussion about AI development
February 14, 2025
An accurate depiction of me on the verge of getting pulled into my screen when watching K-dramas.
Confession: My relationship with the imaginary characters on-screen has become integrated into my daily routine
March 2, 2025
New year’s goals are written down, surrounded by the mess of daily life.
‘New Year, new me’ is sadly a myth
March 1, 2025
It’s time to rethink some of our original goals…
Failing New Year’s resolutions like a pro
March 1, 2025
Everything showers are one of the best ways to reset.
February: The perfect time to show yourself some love
February 26, 2025
Junior Ishir Ayyagari flexes after an arm workout.
New year, new goals: Three juniors give advice about how to stick to your workout resolutions
February 15, 2025

The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon
All content by Jonathan Si

Senior Mag 2023: Seniors cross borders for new educational opportunities

Jonathan Si
June 6, 2023

Senior Mag 2023: Seniors suffer from chronic tardiness 

Jonathan Si and Stephanie Sun
June 6, 2023
An unexpected partner in crime

An unexpected partner in crime

Jonathan Si
April 5, 2023
MAP students gather at the entrance of the track field to film a thank you scene for the SHS Foundation on March 9, 2023.

MAP students film promotional video for SHS Foundation

Jonathan Si and Stephanie Sun
March 28, 2023
Junior Caitlin Weber prepares to bat in a scrimmage during practices on Feb. 9.

Season preview: Despite less participation, softball team hopes to return to CCS

Jonathan Si
February 10, 2023
The district’s twitter account will no longer be utilized.

District drops Twitter usage as hate speech increases following Musk’s takeover

Jonathan Si
November 30, 2022
A Pixellot camera installed at the lower field.

Cameras installed around campus sports allow families to watch games virtually

Jonathan Si and Stephanie Sun
November 16, 2022
Saratoga downtown Starbucks closing down.

Downtown Starbucks closes its doors

Atrey Desai, Jonathan Si, and Andy Zhu
October 21, 2022
Substitute Chris Rasmussen, who teaches U.S. history and History in Film, works with a student during fourth period on Oct. 19.

Subs fill in for history and math teachers on leave

Nikhil Mathihalli, Nilay Mishra, and Jonathan Si
October 19, 2022
Sophomore Victoria Le and Senior Mahi Ravi kickboard next to each other during practice.

Swimmers take on CCS, advance to finals

Avani Kongetira and Jonathan Si
May 22, 2022
APUSH students compete at the 2022 National History Day State Finals in Sacramento

APUSH students compete at the 2022 National History Day State Finals in Sacramento

Shannon Ma and Jonathan Si
May 22, 2022
School sees rise in COVID cases

School sees rise in COVID cases

Jonathan Si
May 18, 2022
Riot’s ‘Arcane’ delivers a storyline enjoyable for any audience

Riot’s ‘Arcane’ delivers a storyline enjoyable for any audience

Christopher Chen and Jonathan Si
January 18, 2022
Struggling through school half-asleep

Struggling through school half-asleep

Jonathan Si
October 22, 2021

Chess champion Andrew Hong earns elite grandmaster title

Christina Chang and Jonathan Si
October 19, 2021
After school, athletes swim in the school pool for girls water polo practice.

Those who opted out of sports relish their return

Jonathan Si and Minsui Tang
September 17, 2021
Secret Sky Graphic

Secret Sky digital music festival features creative and flashy sets

Christopher Chen and Jonathan Si
June 5, 2021
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Spring sports dilemmas: Previous one-sport-rule prompted students to make tough choices about what to play

Jonathan Si and Minsui Tang
May 25, 2021
The Line Tender

‘The Line Tender’: A heartfelt and personal journey

Jonathan Si
March 1, 2021

Top 10 ways to prepare yourself for Daylight Savings

Jonathan Si
February 11, 2021
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Social studies courses need changes to combat growing ethnic divisions

Christopher Chen and Jonathan Si
January 11, 2021
gradNight

Future of Grad Night for Class of 2021 remains unknown

Jonathan Si and Minsui Tang
November 12, 2020
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COVID-19 causes difficulty in finding volunteer opportunities

Jonathan Si
November 5, 2020
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Student overcomes struggle to stay fit in quarantine

Viraaj Reddi and Jonathan Si
November 3, 2020
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Chadwick Boseman: the hero we never deserved

Shaan Sridhar and Jonathan Si
September 17, 2020
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