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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 Leena Elzeiny

Generation Z: the climate change neglectors

Leena Elzeiny
May 26, 2017

Just leave the temperature alone

Leena Elzeiny
May 24, 2017

Robotics team ends season at Las Vegas, falling just short of qualifying for worlds

Leena Elzeiny
May 3, 2017

Freshmen on varsity softball adjust to team

Leena Elzeiny and Elaine Fan
May 3, 2017

Bill to demote students’ digital privacy

Leena Elzeiny
April 28, 2017

Fall into yet another form of obsessive fiction

Adina Bidel and Leena Elzeiny
April 25, 2017

Pickett learns the key of success lies with organization

Leena Elzeiny
April 25, 2017

Egg hunt race leaves competitors with un-eggs-pected egg-xiety

Leena Elzeiny and Elaine Fan
April 24, 2017
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Senior creates ‘Hamlet’-themed card deck

Leena Elzeiny and David Fan
March 8, 2017

Textbook mistake: Classroom history can’t prevent missteps of the past

Leena Elzeiny
March 8, 2017

Two faces of the Obama coin

Leena Elzeiny
February 28, 2017

Students pursue passions for reasons beyond college resume

Leena Elzeiny
February 9, 2017

Speaker describes what boys need in their development

Leena Elzeiny
January 30, 2017

As the world looks the other way, Aleppo continues to suffer

Leena Elzeiny
January 27, 2017

Christmas-only charity falls short of filling needs

Leena Elzeiny
January 27, 2017

New Tutoring Center seeks to reduce stigma and offer help to all

Leena Elzeiny
January 27, 2017

Cuttlefish wins early competition

Leena Elzeiny and Michelle Lee
November 28, 2016

Field hockey: Intensity key to meeting goals

Emily Chen and Leena Elzeiny
October 19, 2016

Robotics struggles to accommodate growing team

Leena Elzeiny and Michelle Lee
October 13, 2016

Paranormal meets the physical in sophomore’s everyday life

Leena Elzeiny and Sherrie Shen
October 12, 2016

Proposition 67: Please ban the plastic

Leena Elzeiny
October 11, 2016

Community college: the smart way to go

Leena Elzeiny
October 11, 2016

Preparations for freshman Homecoming roll on

Leena Elzeiny and Michelle Lee
September 9, 2016

Expensive housing makes the Bay Area a tough fit for teachers and other government employees

Leena Elzeiny and Claire Rhee
September 9, 2016

Canvas transition receives mixed responses

Leena Elzeiny and Elaine Fan
September 8, 2016
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