The Student News Site of Saratoga High School

The Saratoga Falcon
A view of the Palisades fire from the seventh floor of Class of ‘24 Brielle Wong’s UCLA dormitory.
LA fires prompt alumni attending UCLA to return home at start of quarter
January 17, 2025
Donald Trump will be sworn in for his second four-year term in office on Jan. 20, 2025.
What will the next four years look like under a Trump presidency?
January 17, 2025
Jason Shiuan will be honored with the award at CASMEC on Jan. 16.
Music director named band educator of the year in California
January 15, 2025
Sophomore Lauren Song performs as Clara in Los Gatos Ballet’s production of “The Nutcracker.”
Dancers perform in ‘The Nutcracker’ with the Los Gatos Ballet
December 18, 2024
Casavant’s frequent drop-ins on water polo games and practices brought energy to the team.
In supporting student athletes, staff members make important connections
December 15, 2024
Sisters Richa Moorjani and Sheherazaad are both pursuing careers in the entertainment industry.
Sister alumni navigate complex world of Hollywood and the entertainment industry
January 9, 2025
Playing Grace Fryer and Tom Kreider respectively, senior Kat Aldrete and junior Larry O’Brien star in the SHS ‘Radium Girls’ fall play.
Senior Kat Aldrete shines as lead role in ‘Radium Girls’
December 14, 2024
A perfect sparkly Christmas decoration to get you in the festive mood.
Top 10: Christmas Decorations
December 13, 2024
There are various ways to approach studying math competitions such as the AMC.
Students prepare for math competitions with various methods and mediums
December 13, 2024
AP Physics teachers Tom Casavant and Matthew Welander discuss a change in their upcoming lesson plans.
Class-alike teachers collaborate to improve and standardize student experiences
December 13, 2024
The team poses for a picture on Jan. 16 after a home victory against MacDonald.
Boys’ soccer defeats MacDonald, marks three-game win streak
January 18, 2025
Crowd arises in ovation for Falcons’ impressive comeback
Boys’ basketball rallies back from 13-point deficit, securing top spot in El Camino
January 17, 2025
The boys basketball team poses after their game with American High School on Dec. 7.
Boys’ basketball secures second place at James Lick Invitational despite key injuries
December 14, 2024
Free throw attempt from the team's recent scrimmage against Wilcox on Dec. 7.
Freshman basketball team brought back for the first time since COVID
December 13, 2024
Senior Daniel Jadali shooting a freethrow
For Falcon players, basketball is a year-round commitment
December 13, 2024
Kash Patel
The weaponization of the presidential pardon ought to end
January 13, 2025
In a capitalist world, informed journalism takes second priority.
Billionaires should step back from publications they own
January 12, 2025
Acting Superintendent Heath Rocha is looking towards a year of cooperation.
Staff editorial: Acting Superintendent Heath Rocha is the right choice to lead the district out of recent turmoil
January 11, 2025
The logo of the Better Canvas extension for students to download.
100-word rave: “Better Canvas” is just better
December 13, 2024
Red lights are often run at the intersection of Highway 85 and Saratoga Avenue.
Saratoga drivers: Simmer down and use more caution, please
December 13, 2024
The three best dishes we ordered at Ippudo: Akashu Modern, Chicken Karaage, and Pork Buns
Our visit to Ippudo: A cozy experience with tastes beyond ramen
January 17, 2025
If all of our icks culminated into one man, this is what he would look like.
Top 10: Icks
January 17, 2025
Piling on ten layers of clothing is not a comfortable experience.
Skiing? s-NO-w thank you.
January 15, 2025
The three bears often travel, stacked on top of each other.
‘We Bear Bears’ are still the bear-y best trio
January 12, 2025
We tasted and reviewed the arrangement of six Thanksgiving pies.
Are Crumbl’s holiday desserts worth the hype?
January 12, 2025

The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon
All content by Kaitlyn Wang

Minority writers need not avoid ‘stereotypical’ topics

Kaitlyn Wang
May 23, 2019

Acclaimed expert warns against dangers of overparenting in McAfee talk

Kaitlyn Wang
April 2, 2019

Montalvo resident artist explores meaning of home

Kaitlyn Wang
February 12, 2019

Beth Lisick: New York Times-bestselling author, actress and banana

Kaitlyn Wang
December 10, 2018

Stunt doubles deserve more recognition

Kaitlyn Wang
December 10, 2018
tacos

Tacos for Paradise brings Saratoga, Los Gatos together to support Camp Fire victims

Kaitlyn Wang and Phoebe Wang
December 4, 2018

Hydration stations reduce plastic water bottle use

Kaylene Morrison and Kaitlyn Wang
October 29, 2018

Arts and culture clubs draw fewer members but reflect genuine interest

Kaitlyn Wang
October 29, 2018

Administration emphasizes old and new safety measures

Edwin Chen and Kaitlyn Wang
September 22, 2018

Pro: Print textbooks provide advantages online textbooks lack

Kaitlyn Wang
September 19, 2018

Green Team digs deep to put on an engaging Earth Week

Kaitlyn Wang and Jayne Zhou
May 30, 2018

A writer’s lesson: Social anxiety is nothing to be ashamed of

Kaitlyn Wang
May 25, 2018

Parents’ and students’ perceptions of millennial music clash

Kevin Sze and Kaitlyn Wang
May 24, 2018

A daily Pledge of Allegiance should not be required

Kaitlyn Wang
May 23, 2018

Annual Soundings magazine provides platform for student artists and writers

Kaitlyn Wang
May 23, 2018

Senior plans to pursue graphic design at UCLA

Kevin Sze and Kaitlyn Wang
May 23, 2018

FBLA to send four members to nationals

Shreya Katkere and Kaitlyn Wang
May 23, 2018

Maintenance crew and Environmental Club address littering problems on campus

Chelsea Leung and Kaitlyn Wang
April 1, 2018

FBLA prepares for states

Shreya Katkere and Kaitlyn Wang
April 1, 2018

Students reflect on experiences with stuttering

Karen Chow and Kaitlyn Wang
April 1, 2018

What so proudly we (might not) hail: A lack of pride in America is acceptable

Kaitlyn Wang
March 29, 2018

Perfect Pals Club unites students

Shreya Katkere and Kaitlyn Wang
February 11, 2018
facadde

Teacher finds joy in oil painting

Kaitlyn Wang
February 9, 2018

Agriculture and Environmental clubs seek to improve campus

Chelsea Leung and Kaitlyn Wang
February 8, 2018

An older sister’s lesson: Self-love matters most

Kaitlyn Wang
February 8, 2018

Racial double standards distort perspectives on athletes

Kaitlyn Wang
December 12, 2017

Senior expresses passion for Chinese Club

Shreya Katkere and Kaitlyn Wang
November 27, 2017
water bottle 113 183

Photo or Graphic for: Staff editorial: With water bottles, reusing trumps recycling

Jeffrey Xu
October 27, 2017

Maintenance staff works to keep trees, plants healthy and also beautify neglected areas

Karen Chow and Kaitlyn Wang
November 1, 2017

New clubs provide unique opportunities for students to explore their interests

Shreya Katkere and Kaitlyn Wang
October 30, 2017

African Americans address cultural labels

Kaitlyn Wang and Jeffrey Xu
October 27, 2017

Juniors volunteer at East Palo Alto YMCA

Patrick Li and Kaitlyn Wang
September 14, 2017

Complacency undermines support for Asian artists

Kaitlyn Wang
September 14, 2017

Back to the past: Comparing the ‘70s and ‘80s to now

Kaitlyn Wang
September 14, 2017
Load More Stories
Donate to The Saratoga Falcon