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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 Kelly Liu

Art teacher’s remembered by students and fellow teachers

Kelly Liu and Sophie Mattson
February 4, 2013

Sexist attitudes result from both societal pressure, family upbringing

Kelly Liu and Sophie Mattson
February 2, 2013

Athletes accept smack-talking as a part of playing sports

Kelly Liu
February 2, 2013
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Art teacher Steve McCue remembered by students and fellow teachers

Kelly Liu and Sophie Mattson
January 21, 2013
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Expect to cry, laugh, wonder: ‘The Fault in Our Stars’

Kelly Liu
December 7, 2012
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Sophomore’s passing stuns and saddens community

Edward Dong and Kelly Liu
September 24, 2012

Students embrace meme mania on Facebook

Kelly Liu and Karen Sung
March 10, 2012
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The sound of silence

Kelly Liu
January 17, 2012

Torrens takes APUSH students to San Francisco walking tour

Kelly Liu
January 12, 2012
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New student noted for stellar photography

Kelly Liu and Grace Ma
November 13, 2011

Juniors pave a successful yellow brick road toward a cleaner Homecoming

Kelly Liu
October 16, 2011

Juniors pave a successful yellow brick road toward a cleaner Homecoming

Kelly Liu
October 6, 2011

Students work to surmount scheduling struggles on a more crowded campus

Allison Chang, Amy Jan, Kelly Liu, and Akshara Sekar
September 9, 2011

Retweet this: Oxford’s new addition of words are outlandish

Kelly Liu
September 9, 2011

Mavericks owner too harsh about lack of real online journalism

Kelly Liu
May 24, 2011

Vaccination required for students by state law

Kelly Liu
May 14, 2011

Class offerings predicted to remain the same for next year

Kelly Liu
April 27, 2011

Class offerings predicted to remain the same for next year

Kelly Liu
April 27, 2011
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‘Race to Nowhere’ exposes over-the-top high school pressures

Grishma Athavale and Kelly Liu
April 26, 2011
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‘Race to Nowhere’ exposes over-the-top high school pressures

Grishma Athavale and Kelly Liu
April 26, 2011

Swimming: Swim team holds chin high after defeat against Monta Vista

Kelly Liu and Stanley Yip
April 26, 2011

Swimming: Swim team holds chin high after defeat against Monta Vista

Kelly Liu and Stanley Yip
April 26, 2011

UCLA girl should not be punished for racist remarks

Kelly Liu and Allison Toh
April 6, 2011

Poll concludes a ‘yes’ from students to have AP tests and finals close together

Kelly Liu
March 30, 2011

A scope on the education system: An ideal curriculum for students

Paul Jung and Kelly Liu
March 23, 2011

The methods of avoiding traffic demand a proper solution

Kelly Liu
March 1, 2011

Girls’ swimming: Bright goals even with small numbers

Kelly Liu and Ashwini Velchamy
February 23, 2011

Tasers can be the solution, but with caution

Kelly Liu
February 15, 2011

E-learning does not trump real learning

Denise Lin and Kelly Liu
February 10, 2011

School Scope online extra: The hidden rooms of Saratoga High

Nandini Ruparel, Sabrina Cismas, Kelly Liu, Denise Lin, and Arnav Dugar
January 16, 2011

Hidden rooms on campus: the science hallway and the boiler room

Kelly Liu
January 12, 2011

Winter Guard and Percussion seasons kick off with adjustments

Kelly Liu and Michelle Shu
December 20, 2010

Organization, hard work key to textbook room’s success

Will Edman and Kelly Liu
December 7, 2010

When the melting pot heats up…

Anoop Galivanche, Anika Jhalani, Kelly Liu, Anshu Siripurapu, and Elijah Yi
November 10, 2010
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Deathly Hallows anticipated to top all previous movies

Kelly Liu
November 7, 2010

HC rules need another look

Kelly Liu and Michelle Shu
November 6, 2010

What you’re missing… The College and Career Center

Denise Lin and Kelly Liu
November 3, 2010

How it feels to be preggo

Denise Lin and Kelly Liu
October 4, 2010
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Learning challenges for foreign students

Kelly Liu
September 26, 2010

Pakistan deserves aid from UN

Kelly Liu and Apeksha Sharma
September 25, 2010
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