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The board outlined the pros and cons of three options to hire a new superintendent.
Board adopts new district election system, tables superintendent decision and announces the resignation of Trustee Alex Shultz
January 26, 2025
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
Chamber Music by the Bay spent a week touring around the bay area performing to students of different ages.
Chamber orchestra concert features students, alumna
January 26, 2025
Our tasty frozen yogurts.
The perfect dessert shop for soft frozen yogurt
January 25, 2025
Yeung trains at a Marine infantry tactic course the summer of 2024.
Following his calling, senior seeks military path at Naval Academy
January 21, 2025
(Left) Susan Wojcicki before an interview, (Right) Saratoga parent May Wang during a talk
Honoring the life of Susan Wojcicki: A visionary female’s legacy in the tech industry
January 21, 2025
Ayyagari's most complex drum loop yet takes center stage in his new album, Realization, released on Jan. 5.
Take a look inside junior multi-instrumentalist and composer Ishir Ayyagari’s songwriting process
January 21, 2025
Silicon Valley Soccer U17 Player Langdon Huynh dribbling to goal.
Soccer players weigh competing for at MLS Next or their high school
January 25, 2025
The current NFL playoff bracket ahead of conference finals
Playoff final four: Bills, Commanders will meet in the Super Bowl
January 23, 2025
The team poses for a group photo after the victory.
Girls’ soccer defeats Lynbrook, securing first place in El Camino
January 23, 2025
Mrs. Hasegawa, a predicted winner, is a well-known champion weightlifter (in our hearts).
What’s the strongest department on campus (physically)?
January 21, 2025
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
Silicon Valley Bank collapsed in just 2023, prompting a flurry of collapses within a few months.
Bank regulation is necessary to prevent financial crises
January 21, 2025
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
Shrines like the Kotoku-in Buddhist temple in Kamakura, Japan, are great sights, but they are also filled with tourists who take away from the location’s atmosphere.
Off the beaten streets: I spent my winter break visiting Japan’s hidden gems
January 23, 2025
A flurry of famous tunes barrage me during tests.
Top 10: Songs that play in my head during a test
January 22, 2025
Papa’s Scooperia is more than the embrace of American consumerism — it’s the perfect pastime.
Games to play when you’re mentally depleted, as the Speech and Debate team frequently is
January 21, 2025
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

The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon
All content by Michael Wong
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2020 Falcon to receive Crown Award

Michael Wong
January 19, 2021
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Top 10 things to do over winter break

Michael Wong
December 13, 2020

Hard-fought debate may ultimately not matter

Michael Wong
October 29, 2020
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NBA restarts season in the midst of coronavirus pandemic

Vinay Gollamudi and Michael Wong
September 6, 2020

A review of the iPhone SE: reasonably priced entry-level device

Michael Wong
May 29, 2020
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Democrats right the ship with moderate consolidation

Michael Wong
April 3, 2020
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Administration looks for temporary locations for robotics to relocate to during renovations

Michael Wong, Bill Yuan, and Kaasha Minocha
April 1, 2020

Saratoga High’s first 60 years: former Falcon turned College ‘Jeopardy!’ contestant in 2010

Michael Wong and Amanda Zhu
February 11, 2020

SAT vs. ACT: How do you know which is the right test to take?

Edwin Chen and Michael Wong
February 10, 2020

Withdrawing unexpected changes to school profile the correct decision

Michael Wong and Jeffrey Xu
February 8, 2020

In wealthy districts, parents should have to pay to have their kids participate in activities

Michael Wong
December 17, 2019

Late changes to finals schedule result from instructional minutes concerns

Alekhya Vadlakonda and Michael Wong
December 9, 2019

5-Minute crafts or 1-Hour craft?

Michael Wong and Amanda Zhu
December 6, 2019

Top ten things to do during the power outage

Edwin Chen and Michael Wong
October 30, 2019

How politicians utilize social media

Michael Wong
October 28, 2019

Attempt to troll Nigerian Prince scammers fails

Justin Guo and Michael Wong
October 17, 2019

AP registration moves up to Sept 27 from February

Edwin Chen and Michael Wong
September 22, 2019

Equipment: A look into athletes’ choices when purchasing gear

Michael Wong
May 23, 2019
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Science department uses funds to purchase and replace equipment

Michael Wong and Emilie Zhou
May 23, 2019

Despite long daily commute, Nicholson feels no regrets about teaching at SHS

Edwin Chen, Kevin Sze, Kaitlyn Tsai, and Michael Wong
May 22, 2019

Community colleges offer advantages beyond art credits

Michael Wong
May 22, 2019
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Badminton: Falcons prevail against Palo Alto, but fall to Lynbrook, Milpitas

Sherrie Shen and Michael Wong
April 3, 2019

The best of the best: Leaderboards recognize school’s historic sports accomplishments

Edwin Chen and Michael Wong
April 3, 2019

Five good things Trump has done

Edwin Chen and Michael Wong
March 26, 2019

AP Tests increase to $110, up from $100 last year

Edwin Chen and Michael Wong
February 26, 2019

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

Justin Guo and Michael Wong
February 12, 2019

Abe shares his Thai food with his students

Jun Lee and Michael Wong
December 10, 2018

Twitch.tv connects viewers through various streams

Justin Guo and Michael Wong
December 10, 2018
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Heritage orchard provides a reminder of the past

Kaylene Morrison 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

Club commission simplifies club creation process

Jun Lee and Michael Wong
October 30, 2018
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Athletics department enters third consecutive year in debt

Sherrie Shen and Michael Wong
September 27, 2018
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