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Senior Aria Zhang and sophomore Sophie Poon (bottom right) perform in their SSAA ensemble among other talented students from other schools
Nine students qualify for the Coastal Regional Honor Choir
November 21, 2024
One of the school’s top-of-the-line AEDs
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
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
With a love for the warm weather in San Diego, Coghlan commits to UCSD and plans to major in molecular and cell biology.
Coghlan commits to Division I rowing at UC San Diego
November 21, 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
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

The Saratoga Falcon

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All content by Synthia Ling

Help Japanese in disaster

Synthia Ling
March 31, 2011
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Macesic rolls out copies and fondant

Synthia Ling and Anna Shen
February 10, 2011

Do not politicize a tragedy

Synthia Ling
February 10, 2011

Falcon Christmas Gift Guide

Shivani Chadha, Izzy Albert, Karen Yang, Kyumin Shim, Synthia Ling, and Rebecca Nguyen
December 15, 2010

League season ends with no trip to CCS

Synthia Ling and Ren Norris
November 7, 2010
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Field Hockey: Loss of key player, games sets back CCS goals

Synthia Ling and Ren Norris
October 25, 2010

Do you believe in magic? (Magic Club appears on campus)

Synthia Ling and Anna Shen
October 14, 2010

Field Hockey: Johnson fills spot left by injured Garland

Synthia Ling and Ren Norris
September 27, 2010

String of burglaries on campus ends in arrest

Mac Hyde and Synthia Ling
September 23, 2010

Car holds rally keepsakes

Synthia Ling and Rebecca Nguyen
September 23, 2010

What’s Waldo carrying?

Synthia Ling and Rebecca Nguyen
September 22, 2010

Younger players comprise field hockey team

Synthia Ling and Ren Norris
September 16, 2010

Girls Lacrosse still improving as second-year team

Synthia Ling
June 6, 2010

School experiments with different Wednesday schedule

Synthia Ling and Parul Singh
May 28, 2010

Girls’ lacrosse: Block leads the way

Synthia Ling
April 26, 2010
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Girls’ lacrosse improves despite tough losses

Synthia Ling
April 8, 2010

History in the making: 15 students qualify for state History Day competition

Parul Singh and Synthia Ling
April 6, 2010

Fast track application give colleges the upperhand

Synthia Ling
February 22, 2010

Dancer has a bright future

Mira Chaykin and Synthia Ling
December 14, 2009

Field hockey feels the pressure for CCS

Synthia Ling and Ren Norris
November 13, 2009

Field Hockey: Season turned around despite tough league start

Synthia Ling and Ren Norris
November 12, 2009

Students find different ways to study

Denise Lin and Synthia Ling
November 6, 2009

Team bonding brings field hockey together

Synthia Ling and Ren Norris
October 27, 2009

Field Hockey: Falcons come together through wholesome team bonding

Synthia Ling and Ren Norris
October 20, 2009

Field Hockey: Falcons already successful in pre-season

Synthia Ling and Ren Norris
September 16, 2009

SAT favors the affluent

Synthia Ling and Pia Mishra
September 14, 2009

Field Hockey: Team seeks CCS title under new head coach

Synthia Ling and Ren Norris
September 8, 2009

Bike to School month results in low turnout

Lauren Kuan and Synthia Ling
June 4, 2009

Economic situation takes its toll on SHS families

Synthia Ling and Tiffany Tung
May 18, 2009

Increasing class sizes should be a last resort

Synthia Ling and Pia Mishra
April 20, 2009
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Sadie Hawkins canceled last year, successful this year

Synthia Ling
March 5, 2009

Octuplet mother unfit to raise family

Mira Chaykin and Synthia Ling
March 5, 2009

Math Club excels at competition

Synthia Ling and Pia Mishra
February 26, 2009

Students qualify for regional, state, national choir

Synthia Ling and Pia Mishra
January 23, 2009

Holiday CD sold to fund Sports Boosters

Synthia Ling and Pia Mishra
January 5, 2009
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Holiday CD sold to fund Sports Boosters

Synthia Ling and Pia Mishra
December 12, 2008

Leadership class to host closed campus lunch

Lauren Kuan and Synthia Ling
December 11, 2008

GATE program undergoes changes

Synthia Ling and Saniha Shankar
November 20, 2008

Mock elections draw parallel to real elections

Synthia Ling and Saniha Shankar
November 18, 2008

Students should embrace hot fall weather

Synthia Ling and Tiffany Tung
October 30, 2008

School sees increase in number of National Merit semifinalists

Synthia Ling
September 16, 2008

Barbeque burns off new students’ nerves

Lauren Kuan and Synthia Ling
September 12, 2008
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