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Students studying for physics, math and computer science competitions
Students fuel their academic passions with Olympiad competitions
March 27, 2025
MAP 11 students outside of Warner Bros. Studios
MAP 11 students explore the film wonders of LA
March 27, 2025
Seniors Aria Zhang and Niraali Garg rehearse “The Little Mermaid.”
Featuring a large ensemble, new actors and musical pieces, ‘The Little Mermaid’ classic hopes to garner a larger audience
March 27, 2025
There is one MOSAIC lesson remaining in the 2024-25 school year.
MOSAIC wins county-wide award for student impact
March 24, 2025
Sophomore Eric Liang and his VEX team 2041V pose for a photo after winning a competition
The road less traveled: choosing to do robotics outside of the school’s well-known teams
March 22, 2025
The teachers’ preferences range from fantasy to magical realism.
Free-time reads — books your English teachers recommend
March 27, 2025
Carpenter with her co-star Rowan Blanchard on the set of “Girl Meets World.”
Sabrina Carpenter’s slow rise to stardom
March 26, 2025
Astronauts return after being stranded on the ISS for nine months.
Second space race era sparks new discoveries and hopes and some fears
March 26, 2025
Seniors Alan Cai, Agastya Vitalvedera, Akshat Bora and Karthik Sangameswaran team up at Nationals Round 5 in Atlanta in 2024.
Quiz Bowl team prepares for upcoming National tournament
March 26, 2025
Shopping app and extension honey gets exposed as a fraudulent scam.
Honey scandal reveals the dark side of cashback and coupon services
March 26, 2025
Bossow wrestles against Bellarmine at Overfelt High on Dec. 6.
Wrestling team shows significant improvement this season
March 27, 2025
Coach Brian Liao talks game strategy with sophomores Andy Lu and Teegan Seid-Pham.
New head badminton coach brings valued guidance for players
March 27, 2025
President Riley Adler demonstrates yoga moves on the March 20 meeting, focused on the benefits of the practice.
Sports Medicine Club strives to teach athletes to be more aware of their body
March 26, 2025
Brennan runs with the ball in a lacrosse game last season against Gunn.
Two paths, one team — siblings’ shared support transcends different sports
March 25, 2025
Sophomore Sina Mohtaj-Khorassani warms up before a scrimmage.
Promising freshmen primed boost boys’ tennis team’s chances
March 22, 2025
Stay safe.
In a dark time, it’s time to know your rights
March 27, 2025
Starting next school year, more students are able to study at MIT without worrying about tuition.
Educational institutions are wise to offer free tuition to low-income families
March 26, 2025
Nationwide voter turnout since 2002, blue is presidential, yellow is midterm
Sagging voter participation puts democracy at risk
March 22, 2025
Cutting the tree of the Department of Education in half.
DOGE’s cuts for educational programs cause instability and loss of research confidence
March 19, 2025
The average tuition and fees for public colleges have decreased, while increase in private college tuition has slowed.
Unlike critics of CollegeBoard suggest, the cost of attending public colleges will likely decrease
March 19, 2025
Shrivastava’s nail designs come in a range of colors and add-ons — she tries to deliver whatever the customer wants.
Friends encourage self-taught and sophomore nail artist to open her own business
March 27, 2025
“Feng Sheng 2” movie poster
‘Feng Sheng 2’: A cinematic showcase worth seeing
March 27, 2025
Teachers can help students by allowing more lenient deadlines and holding tutorial sessions for review.
Lost in translation: the empathy gap between teachers and students
March 27, 2025
The substance that has me stumped.
What is the true taste of water?
March 27, 2025
All of my school stationery fits comfortably inside a compact bag.
Stationery finds: three essentials for a neat pencil bag
March 27, 2025

The Saratoga Falcon

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All content by Stephanie Sun

Senior Mag 2023: Seniors suffer from chronic tardiness 

Jonathan Si and Stephanie Sun
June 6, 2023
My friends and I pose for a photo during our morning senior day ceremony.

Senior Mag 2023: Chlorine couldn’t sink my second semester

Stephanie Sun
June 6, 2023
Not just for academics — SHS has produced world-class athletes

Not just for academics — SHS has produced world-class athletes

Anika Kapasi, Neal Malhotra, Nidhi Mathihalli, and Stephanie Sun
March 30, 2023
MAP students gather at the entrance of the track field to film a thank you scene for the SHS Foundation on March 9, 2023.

MAP students film promotional video for SHS Foundation

Jonathan Si and Stephanie Sun
March 28, 2023
The swim team runs through a set during practice on Feb. 6.

Season preview: Swim team prepares for season with lower participation but promising newcomers

Stephanie Sun
February 12, 2023
Although not perfect, these delicious half-burnt cookies brought us much joy.

Fun holiday baking with friends turns into fiasco

Nidhi Mathihalli, Stephanie Sun, and Minsui Tang
December 14, 2022
Yearbook staffers crowd around as senior EIC Ritisha Byri copy-edits a layout.

Yearbook works to meet deadlines with young staff

Atrey Desai and Stephanie Sun
December 14, 2022
Class of ‘65 alumnus Steven Spielberg’s new movie, “The Fabelmans,” covers much of his experience at the school.

Photo or Graphic for: ‘The Fabelmans’ puts spotlight on antisemitic abuse directed at school’s most famous alumnus

Shreya Rallabandi and Shaan Sridhar
December 12, 2022
A Pixellot camera installed at the lower field.

Cameras installed around campus sports allow families to watch games virtually

Jonathan Si and Stephanie Sun
November 16, 2022
Junior wing Amaris Charton looks down the pool for a releasing player.

Girls’ water polo ends season with victories

Stephanie Sun and Sarah Zhou
October 21, 2022
Junior varsity member Amaris Charton prepares for a shot in a game against Santa Clara on Sept. 22.

Photo or Graphic for: Girls’ water polo team seeks to improve after loss of key players

Jonny Luo
October 7, 2022
Senior goalie Rosie Kline looks across the pool for an open player

Girls’ water polo prepares for upcoming season with new head coach

Stephanie Sun and Sarah Zhou
September 14, 2022
Grad Night to be hosted at school on June 2

Grad Night to be hosted at school on June 2

Hannah Lee and Stephanie Sun
May 26, 2022
Girls’ lacrosse prepares for upcoming season with new coach

Girls’ lacrosse prepares for upcoming season with new coach

Stephanie Sun
March 20, 2022
Newly branded ‘Falconpuff’ suggests positive step forward for gender inclusivity

Newly branded ‘Falconpuff’ suggests positive step forward for gender inclusivity

Stephanie Sun
March 18, 2022
Producer of ‘Butter’ explains how its making was a family affair

Producer of ‘Butter’ explains how its making was a family affair

Hannah Lee and Stephanie Sun
March 16, 2022
Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion

Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more fundamental rights than just abortion

Stephanie Sun
January 18, 2022
Freshman Krishnen Khanna plays Lysander, who has fallen in love with senior Gianna Cagliostro’s character Helena.

In masks but on stage: Drama students put on fall play ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’

Lena Aribi, Christopher Chen, and Stephanie Sun
November 19, 2021
Hiring coaches was always hard; it grew harder because of the pandemic

Hiring coaches was always hard; it grew harder because of the pandemic

Stephanie Sun
November 19, 2021
Senior Mahi Ravi winds up to shoot during the girls’ water polo senior game against Cupertino on Oct. 19. 

After frustrating season, girls’ water polo looks to improve next year

Victoria Hu and Stephanie Sun
November 18, 2021
Mathway was a commonly used website that many students used to cheat during remote learning.

From cheating online to struggling in person

Shannon Ma and Stephanie Sun
November 15, 2021
The struggles of being unfunny

The struggles of being unfunny

Hannah Lee and Stephanie Sun
November 1, 2021
Freshman Cassidy Coghlan winds her arm back in preparation for a shot during a game against Santa Clara on Oct. 5.

Freshman rises to challenge of varsity water polo team

Victoria Hu and Stephanie Sun
October 7, 2021
The football team practices after school with no masks and minimal distancing. 

Student athletes anticipate return to normalcy

Stephanie Sun and Martin Xu
September 10, 2021
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Boys’ soccer finishes the season strong with new goals for next year

Stephanie Sun and Martin Xu
May 21, 2021
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Boys’ and girls’ water polo teams aim to end tumultuous season on a memorable note

Nicole Lu, Stephanie Sun, and Martin Xu
May 13, 2021
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Administration launches academic integrity campaign

Stephanie Sun
May 12, 2021
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What is the extent of the First Amendment in schools?

Stephanie Sun and Martin Xu
April 2, 2021
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Diamonds in the rough: Softball team works to rebuild skills after losing nine seniors to graduation

Stephanie Sun
April 1, 2021
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New CASSY therapist hopes to promote wellness for students

Stephanie Sun and Martin Xu
March 24, 2021
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Social media aesthetic picnic: not as easy as it looks

Stephanie Sun and Mina Yeap
March 18, 2021
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‘Unconventional’ names lead to challenges in daily life

Stephanie Sun and Martin Xu
February 7, 2021
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The death penalty must be abolished

Stephanie Sun
January 13, 2021
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Rants

Amanda Zhu and Stephanie Sun
December 7, 2020
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Sophomore rises up to challenging position of varsity polo goalie

Kavita Sundaram and Stephanie Sun
December 3, 2020
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Photo or Graphic for: Remote learning or remote cheating?

Martin Xu and Mina Yeap
November 19, 2020
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‘The Social Dilemma’: Questioning the manipulation of social media

Stephanie Sun
November 16, 2020
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Gender reveal parties need to stop

Stephanie Sun
November 8, 2020
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Team begins practices in hopes of a winter season

Kavita Sundaram and Stephanie Sun
October 12, 2020
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Friendships fade and pandemic isolation drags on

Stephanie Sun
September 17, 2020
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