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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
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
Free speech is censored in certain countries
Analysis: Censorship to the point of murder, courtesy of two world powers
February 28, 2025
The common settings that SHS students use as third places.
From relaxing natural spots to quiet library corners: how having a so-called third place can relieve stress and boost productivity
February 27, 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
Competitions like the World Cup are popular in both soccer and futsal respectively.
What makes futsal the kicker for soccer players?
February 15, 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

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All content by Justin Guo
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Experienced boys’ basketball team hopes to set the pace in league

Justin Guo and Ben Li
March 26, 2021
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TikTok-themed picnic goes awry

Justin Guo and Amanda Zhu
March 4, 2021

Top ten letters of the English alphabet

Justin Guo and Allison Hartley
March 1, 2021

Top 10 things to do after COVID-19

Andy Chen and Justin Guo
January 26, 2021
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Professional athletes shouldn’t jump the line for vaccine

Justin Guo
January 14, 2021
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Frisbee is the best quarantine sport

Justin Guo
December 7, 2020
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Why I don’t close my internet tabs

Justin Guo
December 7, 2020

Top 10 things to give Santa this Christmas

Eileen Bui and Justin Guo
December 3, 2020
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Video games connect friends during coronavirus pandemic

Andy Chen and Justin Guo
October 18, 2020

Please consider centralizing college information

Justin Guo
October 16, 2020
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Sports teams adjust to new CIF schedule that starts in December

Justin Guo
September 9, 2020
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I let a coin decide my fate for a few days

Justin Guo
September 5, 2020

Top 10 ways to spend your quarantined summer

Andy Chen and Justin Guo
May 21, 2020
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Students discover new ways to exercise during quarantine

Justin Guo
April 17, 2020
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Getting good at competitive Pokemon

Justin Guo and Christine Zhang
April 16, 2020

Yes, you really are going to go survive this quarantine

Justin Guo
April 16, 2020
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Boys’ basketball: Not like this . . . how one junior’s season ended in pain

Justin Guo
March 25, 2020

How to soft reject someone you still want as a backup

Justin Guo and Amanda Zhu
February 1, 2020

How to buy love

Justin Guo
January 24, 2020

OK, Boomers, it’s time to calm down

Justin Guo
December 13, 2019

How to never disappoint anyone ever again

Justin Guo
November 24, 2019

Should eSports be considered a sport?

Justin Guo
October 23, 2019

Attempt to troll Nigerian Prince scammers fails

Justin Guo and Michael Wong
October 17, 2019
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Freshmen prepare dances early, skit late

Justin Guo
September 26, 2019

Finding the best bathrooms on campus

Justin Guo and Eileen Bui
September 20, 2019
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In the blood: Morini Bianzino trio excels in athletics

Justin Guo
May 22, 2019

Classroom simulations are effective for students

Justin Guo
May 20, 2019

Learning to write with my non-dominant hand

Justin Guo
April 25, 2019

Annual March Madness tournament culminates in close game

Jun Lee and Justin Guo
April 3, 2019

Yearbook staff works hard to preserve memories

Justin Guo and Siva Sambasivam
April 2, 2019

Falcons struggle to adapt to as they adjust to new coaching

Justin Guo and Oliver Ye
April 1, 2019

Lo-fi hip hop offers a unique listening experience

Justin Guo
March 27, 2019

After late-season skid, team will have to embrace a harder path in CCS

Siva Sambasivam and Justin Guo
March 26, 2019

Doing chores has plentiful benefits

Justin Guo
March 26, 2019

Rector and Wang step up to coach Girls JV Basketball after Davey steps away from coaching

Justin Guo and Colleen Feng
February 12, 2019

Detention doesn’t deter

Justin Guo
February 12, 2019

Abe returns as wrestling head coach after a 10-year hiatus

Justin Guo and Michael Wong
February 12, 2019

Boys’ volleyball: Despite losing majority of starting lineup to graduation, team remains strong

Justin Guo and Oliver Ye
February 12, 2019

Don’t feel pressured to apply to summer camps

Justin Guo and Samantha Yee
February 12, 2019

Basketball: After early-season struggles, Falcon boys rebound with consolation championship at Los Gatos tourney

Siva Sambasivam and Justin Guo
December 12, 2018

Fundraisers evolve with new laws and less volunteerism

Edwin Chen and Justin Guo
December 10, 2018

Twitch.tv connects viewers through various streams

Justin Guo and Michael Wong
December 10, 2018

On the twelve days before finals, my true love gave to me . . .

Justin Guo and Michael Wong
December 10, 2018

Senior balances time commitments for go-karting

Justin Guo and Michael Wong
November 27, 2018

Local burglaries lead to more Neighborhood Watch groups

Justin Guo and Kaylene Morrison
October 30, 2018

Alarmed at the direction of politics? Don’t give up. Vote.

Edwin Chen and Justin Guo
October 29, 2018

Volunteer for what you want

Justin Guo
October 26, 2018

Pro/Con: Minimalism

Justin Guo and Rohan Kumar
October 23, 2018

Spanish transfer student has easy transition to SHS through basketball program

Justin Guo and Kaylene Morrison
September 23, 2018

VTA bus route changes would impact students

Justin Guo and Anna Novoselov
September 23, 2018

Unpopular Opinions: Spotify isn’t all that great

Justin Guo
September 20, 2018

Don’t be fooled by a four-day school week

Justin Guo
September 20, 2018
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