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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
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
Taka (Scar) falls in love with Sarabi, the lioness who accidentally causes his villain arc.
‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ offers a fulfilling backstory for the classic Disney movie
January 21, 2025
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
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
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
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
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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
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
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

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Seniors continue tradition of senior trips as conclusion to high school adventures

Michelle Lee and Katherine Zhou
March 20, 2018

Galentines: Nothing can be a disaster when you have good company

Michelle Lee and Katherine Zhou
January 26, 2018

YouTube Red faces mixed responses compared to counterpart services

Michelle Lee and Rahul Vadlakonda
January 25, 2018

Winter Formal to be held at the Hyatt in Santa Clara

Michelle Lee and Katherine Zhou
November 16, 2017

Senior foodies sample ice cream at Maven’s Creamery

Michelle Lee and Katherine Zhou
November 13, 2017
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Winter Formal to be held at the Hyatt in Santa Clara

Michelle Lee and Katherine Zhou
November 11, 2017

Friday Night Lights: football games

Michelle Lee and Katherine Zhou
October 19, 2017

Uber receives positive student feedback

Alex Wang and Michelle Lee
October 13, 2017

New music building opens to a chorus of praise

Michelle Lee and Mathew Luo
September 7, 2017

Junior Prom draws big turnout; some say venue too small

Jay Kim and Michelle Lee
May 8, 2017
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Freshman spends February break volunteering at Syrian refugee camp

Michelle Lee
May 3, 2017

Senior captain balances lacrosse with music, theater

Michelle Lee and Kyle Wang
May 1, 2017

Hit-and-runs leave victims feeling frustrated and angry

Ashley Feng and Michelle Lee
March 18, 2017

School finally adopts new GPA system for Class of 2020

Francesca Chu and Michelle Lee
March 11, 2017

School to offer State Seal of Biliteracy on diplomas

Michelle Lee and Michael Zhang
March 11, 2017

My grandfather survived the little-known horrors of the Korean War

Michelle Lee
March 9, 2017

Worth it?: Açaí Bowls

Michelle Lee and Katherine Zhou
March 7, 2017

Applying for FAFSA as a Saratoga Student

Ashley Feng and Michelle Lee
February 4, 2017

Freshman jump ropes her way to the national level

Jay Kim and Michelle Lee
January 27, 2017
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Sports playing alumni offer advice about the reality of college-level athletics

Michelle Lee
January 22, 2017

Incumbents retain school board positions

Michelle Lee
November 28, 2016

In Palo Alto district, discussion heats up over GPA boost for Honors and AP classes

Caitlyn Chen and Michelle Lee
November 28, 2016

Cuttlefish wins early competition

Leena Elzeiny and Michelle Lee
November 28, 2016

Boys’ soccer: Young team hopes to surpass last year’s success

Angela Lee and Michelle Lee
November 25, 2016

Hyde Park evolves as Color Guard’s second home

Elaine Fan and Michelle Lee
November 16, 2016

Boys’ water polo: Captain says Falcons need better teamwork

Jay Kim and Michelle Lee
October 17, 2016
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Former assistant principal maintains connections with students through college counseling

Michelle Lee
October 17, 2016

Junior from Houston undergoes culture shock

Michelle Lee
October 15, 2016

Robotics struggles to accommodate growing team

Leena Elzeiny and Michelle Lee
October 13, 2016

‘Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children’ fails to live up to books

Michelle Lee and Katherine Zhou
October 13, 2016

Scarytoga Cemetery haunts junior during cross country run

Michelle Lee
October 11, 2016

Freshman figure skater sets high goals

Jay Kim and Michelle Lee
October 11, 2016

Students anticipate future service in Korean military

Elizabeth Lee and Michelle Lee
October 11, 2016

New math teacher balances classes between two schools

Michelle Lee
September 11, 2016

Art teacher takes over ceramics course after Aguayo departs for Los Gatos High

Michelle Lee
September 10, 2016

Preparations for freshman Homecoming roll on

Leena Elzeiny and Michelle Lee
September 9, 2016

Boys’ Water Polo: Players work to fill in missing gaps

Jay Kim and Michelle Lee
September 9, 2016

Science research program teaches junior life lessons

Michelle Lee
September 9, 2016

#NotANumber: three girls and the movement they started at Lynbrook to combat

Michelle Lee and Kyle Wang
May 24, 2016
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Upperclassmen venture into another world on Wild West trip

Michelle Koo and Michelle Lee
April 28, 2016

March 25, 2016

Michelle Koo and Michelle Lee
March 25, 2016

New artist Charlie Puth releases disappointing album

Olivia Lu and Michelle Lee
February 8, 2016

Baseball sees league championship as a possibility

Michelle Koo and Michelle Lee
February 8, 2016

Falcons knocked out of CCS, proud of exciting campaign

Anant Rajeev and Michelle Lee
February 4, 2016

Amateurs take on first horror movie experience

Michelle Koo and Michelle Lee
February 4, 2016

Benefit fashion show prepares for upcoming event

Michelle Lee
February 3, 2016

Federal enforcement of regulations only way to solve country’s gun violence

Michelle Lee and Amulya Vadlakonda
February 2, 2016

Boys’ soccer: Captain looks forward to season alongside promising team

Anant Rajeev and Michelle Lee
December 7, 2015

Leadership class teams with club to provide tutoring for finals

Eleanor Goh and Michelle Lee
December 7, 2015

Committee works to finalize next year’s schedule

Michelle Lee and Ryan Kim
December 3, 2015

Oct. 2, 2015

Michelle Koo and Michelle Lee
October 2, 2015

Cheer and Dance teams take on the new year

Gwynevere Hunger and Michelle Lee
September 19, 2015

Quota motivates smaller clubs to recruit

Michelle Lee and Michelle Koo
September 17, 2015

‘Orange is the New Black’ rids stereotypes for LGBT community

Michelle Lee
September 15, 2015

Military summer camp teaches leadership, life lessons

Emily Chen and Michelle Lee
September 14, 2015
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