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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
The high school Jazz Band performs their set on Jan. 17.
18 musicians accepted into state-wide conference
February 14, 2025
Sunder Pichai remains CEO of Google despite his countless blunders.
Workers lose their jobs when CEOs fail at their jobs
February 14, 2025
Kim performs “Romeo and Juliet” Fantasy Overture by Tchaikovsky with the NYO2 orchestra in Dallas on Aug. 6.
Practice takes senior musician to Carnegie Hall and beyond this summer
February 13, 2025
Junior Arjun Krish, Class of `23 alumnus Adam Xu and his mentor Dr. Liang Li stand in front of Krish’s lab station in the summer of 2024.
Junior researches for a cure for glaucoma
February 16, 2025
Free Luigi” merchandise has been growing rapidly on online shopping platforms.
Analysis: Luigi Mangione’s case of vigilante justice reflects American glorification of violence
February 15, 2025
Matt Walsh’s brand new documentary reveals the dark side of DEI movements.
‘Am I Racist?’ — mockumentary takes a deep dive into DEI and presents ideas worth considering
February 14, 2025
Senior Michelle Ho poses in her lab coat holding a small flask.
Senior explores genetic underpinnings of arthritis in her research
February 14, 2025
“Nature’s Chance Encounter” along with many others of senior Amy Pan’s paintings adorn the Saratoga Library Group Study Room.
Senior represents nature through texture, visuals, and ambiance through both physical and digital mediums
February 13, 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
The seniors pose for a picture after winning 3-1 against Cupertino.
Boys’ soccer qualifies to CCS after 3-1 victory over Cupertino on Senior Night
February 14, 2025
Students utilize the school’s weight room to keep fit during the season and off-season.
Student athletes adapt to avoid “falling off” during the offseason
February 13, 2025
Senior Saatvik Kommareddi spins past a defender at a game on Jan. 18.
Boys’ basketball team suffers first loss but clinches CCS qualification
February 11, 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
The progressive movement reached its peak in 2020, during COVID-19.
The Progressive movement is on the outs
February 12, 2025
2024 electoral map
In a splintered U.S., consecutive two-term presidents may become rare
February 11, 2025
AI Safety is not a joke.
To prevent disastrous outcomes, inherently evil AI growth needs to halt
February 11, 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
It’s time to use those cold emailing skills (and your $29.99 monthly LinkedIn Premium subscription) to get LinkedUp.
Top 10: ways to get a valentine next year
February 14, 2025
I practice the guitar in my room during my free time.
This is a PSA to take up a new instrument (in my case, a guitar)
February 14, 2025
Hello.
A letter to my senior year self
February 13, 2025
Some wonderful new year's resolutions that you should try out!
Top 10: New Year’s Resolutions
February 13, 2025

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Badminton: Falcons prevail against Palo Alto, but fall to Lynbrook, Milpitas

Sherrie Shen and Michael Wong
April 3, 2019

Badminton returns to De Anza League

Connie Liang and Sherrie Shen
March 28, 2019
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Little Free Library: national phenomenon spreads to Saratoga

Angelina Chen and Sherrie Shen
February 14, 2019
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Tea Ceremony at Hakone Gardens: a glimpse into Japanese culture

Colleen Feng and Sherrie Shen
December 11, 2018
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Athletics department enters third consecutive year in debt

Sherrie Shen and Michael Wong
September 27, 2018

Badminton: Key addition helps Falcons seize early victories

Sherrie Shen and Callia Yuan
March 20, 2018

34 students qualify for the American Invitational Mathematics Examination (AIME)

Frederick Kim and Sherrie Shen
March 20, 2018

Junior creates YouTube channel as part of artistic journey

Sherrie Shen and Elicia Ye
March 7, 2018

Boys’ lacrosse: New coaches help build up team

Sherrie Shen
February 13, 2018

75 students to take AMC math contest

Frederick Kim and Sherrie Shen
January 29, 2018

Keeping up with the Kumars: senior-freshman siblings pursue competitive math

Sherrie Shen and Kyle Wang
November 28, 2017

For Chen, DACA repeal hits close to home

Sherrie Shen and Elicia Ye
November 27, 2017

Letting the caged bird sing: English teacher revitalizes poetry on campus

Sherrie Shen
October 19, 2017
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Athletics department fighting debt after lack of donations

Sherrie Shen and Elicia Ye
October 12, 2017

Inducing fear to cause change is ethical when based upon facts

Anna Novoselov and Sherrie Shen
October 3, 2017

RISE Club sends six members to nationals, places sixth in nation

Alexandra Li and Sherrie Shen
September 18, 2017

Once-in-a-century solar eclipse viewed on campus

Sherrie Shen and Elaine Sun
September 1, 2017

The changing of tides: Inaction in combating climate change will lead to an irreversible future

Sherrie Shen
May 30, 2017

Student suspended due to threats of violence; additional security added on campus

Sherrie Shen
May 26, 2017

WiSTEM participates in Bay Area Research Exposition (BARE)

Sherrie Shen
May 3, 2017

Badminton: Falcons end season 1-11, will likely move down to El Camino league next year

Sherrie Shen and Michael Zhang
May 3, 2017

Explicit consent: A flawed system when concerning organ donation

Sherrie Shen
April 24, 2017

‘Thirteen Reasons Why’ a reminder to pay attention to the world around us

Sherrie Shen
March 11, 2017

Badminton: Falcons drop early matches as new players fill varsity positions

Sherrie Shen and Rahul Vadlakonda
March 11, 2017

Family time at school: The highs and the lows

Elaine Fan and Sherrie Shen
March 9, 2017

Competitive student-athletes forced to give up training after concussions

Harshini Ramaswamy, Sherrie Shen, and Amy Tang
January 30, 2017

FBLA prepares to compete at Bay Section

Sherrie Shen
January 27, 2017

Aspiring professional ballerina spends junior year training in Houston

Ashley Feng and Sherrie Shen
January 24, 2017

Bridging the nationwide divide: The election that shocked the world

Sherrie Shen
November 21, 2016
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WiSTEM members tour Google campus, learn importance of experience in tech industry

Caitlyn Chen and Sherrie Shen
November 20, 2016

Falcon newspaper staff learns from NorCal Media Day conference

Sherrie Shen
October 13, 2016

Sophomore shares joys of hiking through new club

Sherrie Shen
October 13, 2016

Art in the past, present and future: A sophomore’s passion for drawing extends beyond the now

Sherrie Shen
October 13, 2016

Paranormal meets the physical in sophomore’s everyday life

Leena Elzeiny and Sherrie Shen
October 12, 2016

Wu takes second place in national math competition

Sherrie Shen
September 26, 2016

Ups and downs: A junior’s passion for building

Sherrie Shen
September 9, 2016

Viruses attack students’ emails

Emily Chen and Sherrie Shen
September 5, 2016
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