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School ramps up AED count on campus
November 20, 2024
Students listen to Natasha Schatzman’s presentation in the student center on Nov. 15.
NASA aerospace engineer shares research in aeromechanics and aeroacoustics
November 20, 2024
Acting superintendent Heath Rocha speaks during the Nov. 12 board meeting.
New concerns arise over former superintendent Sanderson’s 2022 hiring
November 20, 2024
The flyer for this year’s Winter Formal hangs up around school and is posted on social media.
Tickets for Winter Formal sell out before purchase window closes
November 20, 2024
Saratoga Team 1, senior Alan Lu, junior Lawson Wang, sophomores Andy Lu and Seabert Mao, senior Skyler Mao and sophomore Vivian Zhong (left to right), hold their 3rd place trophy.
Math club places third at Berkeley tournament
November 17, 2024
Actress Naomi Scott playing Skye Riley brings to life a terrifying transformation through subtle changes.
‘Smile 2’ mixes traditional jump scare and psychological horror
November 20, 2024
BASIC officers at a boba fundraiser on Oct. 2.
BASIC club emphasizes youth action on humanitarian aid
November 18, 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
Senior Saira Ramakrishnan pitches for the Saratoga Falcons.
Senior softball player commits to University of Rochester
November 20, 2024
The team gathered around a fire during their retreat to enjoy s’mores and build team chemistry.
Girls’ basketball team aims to build winning culture in pre-season after eye-opening retreat
November 20, 2024
Recap of fall sports.
Fall Sports Recap: Toga teams fight hard to the end
November 16, 2024
The girls’ tennis team poses for a group photo.
Girls’ tennis finishes the regular season with a solid victory
November 16, 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
Cigarette packaging should depict frightening images on the front and sides, clearly communicating the consequences of smoking.
Cigarette packaging needs to be more graphic in its dire warnings
November 15, 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
Personally, I really need some noodle slippers.
My 8-year-old self would be sad to see ‘5-Minute Crafts’ go — but I’m not
November 20, 2024
A hearty stew such as a beef bourguignon is perfect for a cold winter day.
Winter break bucket list: cooking galore
November 18, 2024
Don’t hate until you try it.
Top 10: weirdly good food combos that might get you flamed
November 16, 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

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Lil Baby brings the heat with new album ‘My Turn’

Leo Cao and Kevin Sze
March 30, 2020
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The stigma of revealing mental health issues for professional athletes

Leo Cao and Ethan Lin
March 21, 2020

Why the San Francisco 49ers will win the Super Bowl

Leo Cao
January 28, 2020

It seems very rare to have customers at RareTea

Leo Cao and Jeffrey Xu
January 17, 2020

Football ends with loss to Carmel in CCS Quarterfinals

Siva Sambasivam and Leo Cao
November 25, 2019

Mario Kart Tour offers fun and simple take on classic series

Leo Cao
November 15, 2019

100 Word Rants

Kaitlyn Tsai, Kaasha Minocha, Manasi Garg, and Leo Cao
October 17, 2019

Football: Falcons lose first league game at home to Gunn

Leo Cao and Siva Sambasivam
October 15, 2019

There are many reasons to avoid Season 3 of ‘13 Reasons Why’

Leo Cao
October 14, 2019

The 49ers rebuild is over: It is time to win

Leo Cao
October 9, 2019

Football team looks build on 2-0 start

Siva Sambasivam and Leo Cao
September 10, 2019

Solar panels save money and are step toward greener schools

Leo Cao
September 9, 2019

Sony announces ‘Spider-man’ to leave Marvel Cinematic Universe

Leo Cao and Alan Zu
September 6, 2019
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From the archives: The Falcon looks back on the school’s first 60 years

Leo Cao
August 30, 2019

Golf team tops league standings, looks toward CCS

Leo Cao and Alex Wang
April 26, 2019

Teaching cursive outdated

Leo Cao
April 25, 2019

Why teachers should embrace technology in classrooms

Leo Cao
April 25, 2019

Golf: Talented team jumps to hot start

Leo Cao and Alex Wang
March 26, 2019

Facebook’s research app invades privacy

Leo Cao and Alex Wang
March 25, 2019

‘How To Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World’ exemplifies Dreamworks’ animation talent, impresses most

Leo Cao and Andrew Lee
March 11, 2019

‘Sex Education’: intimate and relatable

Leo Cao and Alex Wang
March 11, 2019

CCS: Boys take a disappointing loss against Hillsdale, ending season

Leo Cao and Jeffrey Xu
March 9, 2019

Too often self-help books enrich authors without benefiting readers

Leo Cao and Andrew Lee
January 31, 2019

Boys basketball: Wilcox tops Falcons in close game at home, try to rally for high seed at CCS

Leo Cao and Jeffrey Xu
January 30, 2019
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Why the Patriots will win Super Bowl LIII

Leo Cao
January 28, 2019

Boys’ basketball: A younger team faces a new season with optimism

Leo Cao and Jeffrey Xu
November 27, 2018
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Football team’s season ends on heartbreaking, high-scoring CCS loss

Leo Cao and Alex Wang
November 27, 2018

‘Creed II’ a predictable but satisfying sequel

Leo Cao and Alex Wang
November 27, 2018
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Falcons bounce back from early-season losses

Leo Cao and Alex Wang
October 16, 2018

California’s gender quotas for corporate boards unnecessary

Leo Cao
October 16, 2018

Favorite sports moment: Curry cooks up a miracle

Leo Cao
October 15, 2018

YouTubers Logan Paul and KSI fight to draw in boxing match

Leo Cao and Alex Wang
September 10, 2018
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Season preview: Football looks to succeed after moving down

Leo Cao and Alex Wang
September 4, 2018

‘The Wizard of Oz’: Will it be a great theme?

Leo Cao and Andrew Lee
September 4, 2018
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Boys’ golf ends CCS drought

Leo Cao and Alex Wang
May 6, 2018

Boys’ golf team looks to build on strong start

Leo Cao
April 1, 2018

Improved ‘Tomb Raider’ is still emotionally inadequate

Leo Cao
April 1, 2018

Movement participation: an individual, not group decision

Leo Cao
March 29, 2018

Boys’ basketball: Falcons pick up big wins to improve in league

Leo Cao and Patrick Li
February 13, 2018

Boys’ golf team ready for more successful season

Leo Cao
February 8, 2018

Columnist: Team sports teach important life lessons

Leo Cao
February 8, 2018

Mental toughness is key to athletes’ success

Kevin Sze and Leo Cao
February 8, 2018

Cafeteria’s new ID card payment method has some flaws, many benefits

Leo Cao and Michael Zhang
February 8, 2018

Jimmy Garoppolo leads a 49ers reawakening

Leo Cao and Kevin Sze
February 8, 2018

Boys’ basketball: Falcons pull off OT win vs. Branham

Leo Cao and Patrick Li
December 10, 2017
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Common Roots branches out

Andrew Lee and Leo Cao
December 9, 2017

Athletes do not deserve lighter punishments for crimes

Leo Cao and Jeffrey Xu
December 9, 2017

Holiday Rally helps cap a first semester

Andrew Lee and Leo Cao
December 9, 2017

Persistence, not protein, is key to fitness

Leo Cao and Jeffrey Xu
December 9, 2017

Strong familial relationships are vital to teenagers

Leo Cao
December 7, 2017

Column: When Trump bashes professional athletes, no one wins

Leo Cao and Kevin Sze
October 27, 2017

U.S. is losing its status as world power

Leo Cao and Michael Zhang
October 19, 2017

The culture of hypebeasts

Leo Cao and Kevin Sze
October 19, 2017

Why Adidas is surpassing the Swoosh

Leo Cao
October 19, 2017

Controversial ‘promposals’ at Los Gatos inspire district to take action against racism

Leo Cao
September 17, 2017

Sophomore Homecoming preparations can’t get a day off

Andrew Lee and Leo Cao
September 14, 2017

ASMR: A great experience unexplainable in words

Leo Cao
September 14, 2017
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