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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

The Saratoga Falcon

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All content by Tim Rollinson

Academy needs to open its mind

Tim Rollinson
March 21, 2011

Monta Vista swim coach’s death saddens local athletes

Tim Rollinson
February 10, 2011

Girls’ soccer has high hopes after strong preseason

Olivia Chock and Tim Rollinson
January 7, 2011

Fish out of water: swimmer switches from pool to pitch

Tim Rollinson
December 15, 2010

Two seniors to swim at college level

Tim Rollinson
December 15, 2010

Boys’ water polo ends season strong, just misses CCS

Will Edman and Tim Rollinson
November 10, 2010
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Swank Farms Corn Maze provides a spooky adventure

Tim Rollinson
October 27, 2010
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History of Rivalry: The ups and downs of SHS football

Tim Rollinson and Anoop Galivanche
October 25, 2010

Boys’ Water Polo: Peake leads Falcons to 2-1 league record

Will Edman and Tim Rollinson
September 27, 2010

Top Ten Reasons to be excited for Homecoming

Tim Rollinson
September 24, 2010

Boys’ waterpolo: New faces look to be important part of the equation

Tim Rollinson
September 24, 2010

Swimmers earn third consecutive top 5 finish in CCS

Tim Rollinson and Emily Williams
June 6, 2010

Boys’ swimming: CCS qualifier make waves toward top three

Tim Rollinson and Emily Williams
April 26, 2010

Where is the love? Top swimming team deserves more recognition

Tim Rollinson
April 2, 2010

Boys’ swimming: Bittersweet senior day ends in loss

Tim Rollinson
April 1, 2010

Boys’ Swimming: Bittersweet senior day ends in loss

Tim Rollinson
April 1, 2010

Can You ask someone to prom by ‘kidnapping’ them?

Tim Rollinson
March 31, 2010

Boys’ swim team reaches for another CCS record

Emily Williams and Tim Rollinson
March 16, 2010

Wrestling: Mediocre season ends with disappointing CCS

Tim Rollinson
February 24, 2010
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30 boys vow not to shave in November

Grishma Athavale and Tim Rollinson
November 28, 2009

Columnist: Agassi deserves forgiveness

Tim Rollinson
November 23, 2009

Wrestling: Team looks extremely promising

Tim Rollinson and Jordan Waite
November 23, 2009

Boys’ water polo: Falcons finish bittersweet season with solid league tournament

Tim Rollinson
November 18, 2009

New methods lead to strong play by boys’ water polo team

Tim Rollinson
November 4, 2009

Top-of-the-line scoreboard installed at pool

Tim Rollinson
September 21, 2009

Boys’ swim team named Swimming World Magazine National Champions

Tim Rollinson
September 21, 2009

Boys’ Water Polo: Falcons hope to keep ball rolling

Cullan McChesney and Tim Rollinson
September 18, 2009

Michael Vick deserves right to fight his way back into the NFL

Roy Bisht and Tim Rollinson
September 8, 2009

Swimming: Swim team flourishes at CCS meet

Tim Rollinson
June 2, 2009

Alison Norris to attend Santa Clara

Tim Rollinson
May 26, 2009

Thank goodness it’s Thursday

Tim Rollinson
May 26, 2009

Boys’ Swimming: Falcons break national record at CCS meet

Tim Rollinson
May 19, 2009

New restaurant locations intrigue students

Tim Rollinson
May 12, 2009

Swim team surges in first meet

Lauren Kuan and Tim Rollinson
March 23, 2009

Top swimmers get recruited

Karthik Annaamalai and Tim Rollinson
March 10, 2009

“Little People, Big World” reality star delivers big speech at McAfee

Brian Kim and Tim Rollinson
March 10, 2009

Girls’ soccer finishes second in De Anza League

Aditi Jayaraman and Tim Rollinson
February 13, 2009

Anzalone fills in as varsity girls’ soccer coach

Tim Rollinson and Aditi Jayaraman
January 27, 2009

Chamber choir sells Carol Grams

Sophia Cooper and Tim Rollinson
December 17, 2008

Girls’ soccer uses preseason to adjust to changes

Aditi Jayaraman and Tim Rollinson
December 12, 2008

Girls’ soccer uses preseason to adjust to changes

Aditi Jayaraman and Tim Rollinson
December 12, 2008

Students win competition at local business camp

Tim Rollinson and Jordan Waite
November 18, 2008

Girls’ golf’s first season swings to a halt

Uttara Sivaram and Tim Rollinson
November 3, 2008

New Facebook layout confuses teens

Saniha Shankar and Tim Rollinson
October 15, 2008

Girls’ golf shows promising future

Tim Rollinson and Uttara Sivaram
October 14, 2008

New girls’ golf team takes a swing

Tim Rollinson and Uttara Sivaram
September 19, 2008

Drinking minor issue at first dance

Tim Rollinson
September 11, 2008
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